Position Title:
Senior Specialist, Learning and Development (Telework/Hybrid)Status of Employment:
Contractee Long-Term (Fixed Term)Position Language Requirement:
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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:
2025-02-17 11:59 PMThis role is a hybrid work arrangement. Work schedule to be discussed with the hiring Manager according to the guidelines defined by the department.
This is a 12 month contrac.
Your role
The Learning & Development team supports the professional development of staff at CBC/Radio-Canada, offering a wide range of services and programs adapted to the needs of employees, including training in leadership, professional skills, equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI), well-being, technical crafts and varied development opportunities.
In this position, you will play an important role in helping to deliver on outcomes of the CBC/Radio-Canada National Indigenous Strategy in the area of Learning & Development. You will conduct research, engagement, auditing, planning and communication activities to assess, implement and evaluate training initiatives that support strategic outcomes related to workforce Indigenous awareness and cultural proficiency.
You will report to the Senior Director, National Indigenous Strategy, working closely with the Senior Specialist/Project Coordinator, Indigenous Strategy and the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Manager/Senior Specialist, Learning & Development.
Your responsibilities:
Conduct research, propose and oversee the deployment of relevant training, learning and support initiatives for CBC/Radio-Canada staff membersin three key areas:
Localized Indigenous cultural awareness and proficiency training for CBC/Radio-Canada locations from coast-to-coast-to-coast
Training on First Nations, Inuit and Métis rights and history, including Treaties, UNDRIP, ADRIP, and paths to self-governance and self-determination, for CBC/Radio-Canada staff
Trauma-aware journalism from First Nations, Inuit and Métis perspectives
Engage and build relationships with external organizations and professional networks involved in Indigenous awareness training and education.
Solicit service offers from external suppliers, evaluate services and make appropriate recommendations to Indigenous Office and Learning & Development leadership.
Support and coach internal Indigenous trainers and non-Indigenous trainers involved in Indigenous peoples targeted training in development and delivery of training.
Plan evaluation strategies to measure the effectiveness and outcomes of initiatives.
Serve as an ambassador of the CBC/Radio-Canada Indigenous Office with internal and external training partners, nurturing a culture of awareness, mentorship and inclusion.
This is an opportunity to work with a high performing, collaborative team to achieve professional and personal development, engaging with strategic initiatives and industry best practices for Indigenous-led training and professional development.
Your profile
Experience advancing Indigenous cultural, language and/or leadership work within a large, complex organization, through education.
Experience cultivating relationships with Indigenous communities, trainers and educators.
Very good knowledge of facilitation techniques, both in person and virtually.
Very good knowledge of inclusive design and facilitation principles.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
Orientation towards continuous learning and a growth mindset.
Thorough understanding of issues related to accessibility, culture, disability, diversity, equity, gender, Indigeneity, race, spirituality and their intersections.
University degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Education, Human Resources, or Indigenous Studies.
Five (5) years or more of experience in Indigenous-led approaches to training, professional development, instructional design or group facilitation.
Strong knowledge of Google Workspace and Collaborative tools (Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Meet).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Bilingualism in French or an Indigenous language is an asset.
Knowledge of the broadcasting industry in Canada, and of the role and mandate of CBC/Radio-Canada as the national public broadcaster, is an asset.
Identification as First Nation, Inuk or Métis is preferred.
Occasional travel may be required.
This position can be based anywhere in Canada.
Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
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:
181 Queen Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 1K9Number of Openings:
1Work Schedule:
Full time