Indigenous Community Ambassador

2 weeks ago

Victoria, Canada Rogers Communications Full time

 

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.

 

Indigenous Community Ambassador

 

What we're looking for: 

We’re looking for an Indigenous Community Ambassador to empower and enable Indigenous-led community programming, preferably based in Victoria, BC. By engaging with local First Nations, Inuit, and Metis, sharing information about available opportunities at the community channel and removing roadblocks to content creation. You will help create an important new talent incubator for the next generation of Indigenous storytellers.  

 

What you'll do: 

  • 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.


What you'll bring: 

  • 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 for our Indigenous employees include, but are not limited to: 

  •  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.

 

​To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

 

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Variable
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 861 Cloverdale Avenue (7823), Victoria, BC
Travel Requirements: Up to 25%
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & Programming
Requisition ID: 313809

 

 

At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ.

 

 

Posting Notes:  Rogers Sports & Media

 

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