Senior Advisor

Senior Advisor - Emergency Preparedness, Business Continuity, Corporate Security and Crisis Management (Legal Services) (Telework/Hybrid) Join to apply for the Senior Advisor - Emergency Preparedness, Business Continuity, Corporate Security and Crisis Management (Legal Services) (Telework/Hybrid) role at CBC/Radio‑Canada. Position Title: Senior Advisor - Emergency Preparedness, Business Continuity, Corporate Security and Crisis Management (Legal Services) (Telework/Hybrid)Status of Employment: PermanentPosition Language Requirement: English, FrenchLanguage Skills: English (Reading – C – Advanced), English (Speaking – C – Advanced), English (Writing – B – Intermediate), French (Reading – C – Advanced), French (Speaking – C – Advanced), French (Writing – B – Intermediate) Work at CBC/Radio‑Canada: At CBC/Radio‑Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. We seek individuals who have the ability and drive to keep up with this ever‑changing industry, whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes. This role is a hybrid work arrangement. The work schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager according to the guidelines defined by the department. Your role: As the Senior Advisor you will develop and update policies, standards, procedures and training related to emergency preparedness, business continuity and corporate security, presenting them to the Emergency, Continuity & Security Team (ECST) before submission to senior management. You will also serve as a permanent member of the National Crisis Management Team and act as coordinator to support CBC/Radio‑Canada during a crisis response, working closely with operational and corporate functions and external vendors. Advise the corporation on emergency preparedness, business continuity and corporate security to develop proactive programs that prevent incidents and enable efficient response when incidents occur. Work with departments and support functions to develop recovery steps from key threats to operational continuity, tailoring steps to relevant risks. Chair the ECST team to address related topics and ensure alignment of all groups with corporate goals. Support operational representatives in implementing policies, procedures and standards. Establish and maintain relationships with third‑party vendors to meet emergency preparedness requirements. Develop and provide regular status reports, maintain key performance indicators and dashboards on CBC/Radio‑Canada’s preparedness level. Maintain relationships and communication with the Privy Council Office Crisis Management Cell and coordinate responses to government emergency and security requests. Develop emergency preparedness, business continuity and corporate security training programs for operations and special events, conducting regular exercises and simulations for corporate services including the National Crisis Management Team. Conduct audits and assessments (emergency preparedness, business continuity and security) and recommend appropriate corrective measures and action plans. Develop and implement a security and emergency awareness program for employees. Lead, support and implement health and safety projects, including developing training and supporting Advisors for Health and Safety in Montreal and Toronto. Develop and maintain high‑risk deployment guidelines, training contracts with suppliers, standards, tools, and propose appropriate security measures with the High Risk deployment managers. Participate and provide updates to the national Policy Health and Safety Committee and local Health and Safety Committees. We are looking for a candidate with the following: University diploma in a relevant discipline. At least 10 years of experience in a similar function. Obtaining and maintaining a Business Continuity Professional certification (asset). Excellent knowledge of emergency preparedness, business continuity and corporate security and health and safety. Extensive expertise in structuring, organizing, and managing complex information, and developing and leading training initiatives. Superior problem solving and communication skills; able to clearly articulate issues and make recommendations to all levels of management. Project management experience. Excellent communication skills. Leadership experience. Bilingual (French and English spoken and written). Availability to travel on occasion. Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing. We thank all applicants for their interest; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. As part of the recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next step will be asked to complete a background check, including a mandatory criminal record check and other checks as required. Primary location: 1000, Rue Papineau, Montreal, Quebec, H2K 0C2Number of openings: 1Work schedule: Full time CBC/Radio‑Canada is committed to reflecting Canada’s diversity. We value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where individual differences are recognized and valued. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us by sending an e‑mail to We invite you to consult the Code of Conduct on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to it as a condition of employment. We also invite you to review our policy on conflicts of interest. If you become an employee, inform us promptly of any situation that could constitute a conflict of interest. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior levelEmployment type: Full‑timeJob function: Consulting, Information Technology, and SalesIndustries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution #J-18808-Ljbffr