Indigenous Community Liaison

3 weeks ago

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada Rogers Communications Full time

We are seeking an Indigenous Community Ambassador to empower and enable Indigenous-led community programming at Rogers Sports & Media. This role will engage with local First Nations, Inuit, and Metis communities to share information about available opportunities and resources at the community channel, and remove roadblocks to content creation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leverage your passion for visual storytelling to drive engagement and awareness of opportunities and resources available at Rogers tv for First Nations, Inuit, and Metis.
  • Act as a liaison between Indigenous content creators and the community channels to establish production partnerships.
  • Coordinate tools and training for community requestors and volunteers to make meaningful contributions to local community channels.
  • Develop mentorship opportunities for aspiring Indigenous content producers, pairing them with experienced staff producers.
  • Serve in various production roles as needed.
  • Manage receipt of 3rd party productions, ensuring they meet technical standards, industry codes and regulations.
  • Help organize and participate in approved social events for volunteers, staff, and company functions, including National Volunteer Week celebrations.

Requirements:

  • Great pride and passion for Indigenous culture.
  • Strong connections to local and provincial Indigenous issues and communities.
  • Independent self-starter with a proactive and positive attitude.
  • Demonstrated ability to create a safe and inclusive environment for Indigenous people of all backgrounds and needs.
  • Excellent communication skills and a willingness to train volunteers.
  • An understanding of community television and the video production process is considered an asset.
  • Adaptability and flexibility, including being prepared to work some evenings and weekends.
  • A valid driver's licence and clean driving record are required.

Additional Supports:

  • Access to a formal Employee Family Assistance Plan.
  • Tax exemptions for First Nations living or working on reserve.
  • Traditional Indigenous Practice Leave.
  • A company that is part of the Progressive Aboriginal Relations certification program via Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business.
  • An executive leadership team that humbly supports a corporate journey toward truth & reconciliation.
  • An Indigenous Peoples Network, an internal support network for Indigenous employees and Indigenous cultural preservation.
  • Gord Downie-Chanie Wenjack Legacy Space Program.

What's in it for you?

We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you'll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:

  • Discounts: Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.
  • Company matching contributions to charities you support.

Growth & Development Opportunities:

  • Self-driven career development programs (E.g. MyPath program).
  • Rogers First: priority in applying to internal roles of interest.

Wellness Programs:

  • Homewood employee & family assistance program.
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions.
  • Low or no-cost fitness membership with access to virtual classes.

Our commitment to the environment and diversity:

  • Work for an organization committed to environmental protection.
  • Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.

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