Position Title: Senior Advisor, International Relations (Telework/Hybrid) Status of Employment: Permanent Position Language Requirement: English, French Language Skills: English (First Official Language), English (Reading), English (Speaking), English (Writing), French (First Official Language), French (Reading), French (Speaking), French (Writing) 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. Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians. Unposting Date: 2025-06-18 11:59 PM This role is a hybrid work arrangement. Work schedule to be discussed with the Hiring Manager according to the guidelines defined by the department. The location for this position is Toronto, Ottawa, or Montreal Your role As Senior Advisor, International Relations, you will support the Executive Director, Policy and International Relations, and work closely with the entire Corporate Development management team as well as with individuals across the Organization. You will contribute to an interesting and important range of projects and initiatives, including international conferences and agreements with Public Service Media (PSM) organizations in other jurisdictions. You will be expected to: Help develop and nurture relationships with a wide assortment of PSM organizations around the world through regular contact and communications. Liaise with Senior personnel from foreign PSM on various files; and participate on various Committees and working groups (as required). Provide logistical and organizational support for key projects and initiatives. Provide strategic counsel to the Executive Director, Policy and International Relations with respect to international activities and trends, and related policies for the Corporation. Develop and implement strategies and tactics to maximize CBC/Radio-Canada’s visibility on the international stage and among other PSM organizations. Ensure effective tracking and reporting of the initiatives related to our International activities. Plan, lead, and organize discussions, meetings, presentations, events, and tours with representatives of international PSM organizations. Monitor PSM activities, trends, and research undertaken in other jurisdictions, provide strategic advice, and prepare and present internal reports accordingly. Contribute to the development of internal policy, and regulatory and advocacy positions, with learnings and best practices from other jurisdictions. Liaise with relevant domestic government departments and agencies as required to support the international work. As required, prepare and present relevant materials to the Corporate Development Team, Senior Executive Team, Board of Directors, and other key internal stakeholders. As required, act as a representative of CBC/Radio-Canada to various meetings to advance the Corporation’s public service priorities. We are looking for a candidate with the following: University degree or certificate in administration, project management, communications, policy development, international relations, or any other related field. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and French. Knowledge of a third-language(s) is an asset. Exceptional organizational, logistical, and planning skills, including with respect to event planning. Experience in relationship management and liaising with third-parties. Knowledge of public service media and broadcasting environments is required. Ability to balance multiple time-sensitive files concurrently. Ability to organize, set agendas, manage, and lead meetings (in-person and virtual settings). Highly skilled in the preparation and presentation of communications and meeting materials (including information decks). Comfortable dealing with senior levels of authority, both internally and externally. Comfortable working with quantitative and qualitative research materials. Ability to develop persuasive arguments and influence decision-makers. Ability to conceive and implement communications plans. Judgment, diplomacy, and tact. Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate discussions, meetings, and events in multiple time zones. Some travel within Canada – primarily Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal – with potential for a limited amount of international travel. Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes: A mandatory Criminal record check. Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position. CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. 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 as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to recruitment@cbc.ca. You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest. In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest. Primary Location: 1000, Rue Papineau, Montreal, Quebec, H2K 0C2 Number of Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Full time 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.
