Host, The Weekender (English Services) (On-Site)

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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.

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CBC North is looking for an experienced Host for The Weekender our weekend morning radio program broadcasting to audiences in the Northwest Territories and Yukon. Reporting to the Managing Editor the Host is responsible for finding researching preparing and presenting interviews packaged items and weather as well as operating and directing for the program.

You will join our team of current affairs producers and associate producers based in Yellowknife. Youll be working in a deadline-driven environment while adhering to CBCs Journalistic Standards and Practices. You may also be asked to contribute to our other English-language radio programs: The Trailbreaker Trails End and Northwind.

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

• Post secondary education in a relevant field or equivalent years of experience.
• Minimum three years experience in daily broadcast production in News and Current Affairs.
• Excellent on-air presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to perform live e.g. public speaking and skill at ad-libbing.
• Strong interviewing skills.
• A critical thinker with strong editorial judgment.
• Strong writing skills.
• An understanding and awareness of issues and events particular to the Yukon and the Northwest Territories.
• A positive attitude and an ability to contribute to a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform at a high level in a high pressure tight deadline environment.
• Valid drivers license.

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 countrys diversity. Thats 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. Thats 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 Canadas 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 .

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 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.

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