Accessibility Analyst, Indigenous Pathways Program, CBC Digital Strategy & Product (English Services) (Hybrid/Telework)
Accessibility Analyst, Indigenous Pathways Program, CBC Digital Strategy & Product (English Services) (Hybrid/Telework)
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Position Title:
Accessibility Analyst Indigenous Pathways Program CBC Digital Strategy & Product (English Services) (Hybrid/Telework)Status of Employment:
Contractee Long-Term (Fixed Term)Position Language Requirement:
EnglishLanguage Skills:
English (Reading - C - Advanced) English (Speaking - C - Advanced) English (Writing - C - Advanced)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:
:59 PMIndigenous Pathways is a paid full-time 9-month learning and development opportunity that supports First Nations Inuit or Mtis to hone their skills at CBC. Indigenous Pathways provides training as part of an all-Indigenous cohort career development support and work experience. Education in digital development or media education or job experience are not required to apply. The program starts in October 2025 and runs until June 2026.
One successful candidate will be based with each of this years host teams. This position can be based anywhere in Canada. This role is within the CBC Digital Strategy & Product (DS&P) department with the Accessibility team.
This role is full-time. The team works in a hybrid model working from home and in the office orworking 100% remotely if preferred.
This Pathways role is for you if you are:
First Nations Inuit or Mtis
Disabled or neurodivergent (your lived experience is an asset and not a requirement)
Deeply interested in digital experiences like websites and apps
Keen to develop technical and digital accessibility skills
Connected to your community and passionate about its digital needs
Familiar with:
Digital accessibility and user experience
Assistive technologies such as screen readers and screen magnifiers
Standards (such as WCAG EN 301 549)
Empathetic and proactive about solving problems for users
A critical thinker who demonstrates ethics and integrity
A good communicator who can work in teams from different areas
Comfortable with creating reports dashboards and slide presentations using simple language
Your role and impact:
In this program participants will:
Develop skills and tools for advancing a career in digital products specifically digital accessibility
Work on events of national importance like the Olympics and Paralympics
Explore how to include under-represented users when researching and creating digital experiences
Grow relationships with and be supported by mentors trainers peers and Indigenous colleagues
You will report to the Senior Manager of Product Accessibility.
Tasks:
Make digital products accessible by:
Learning how accessibility is relevant through the design and development of websites and apps
Conducting accessibility reviews
Participating in usability tests with users with disabilities
Participating in champions meetups conferences and training
How you will be supported:
Onboarding and training as part of an all-Indigenous Pathways cohort
A daily checkpoint with the entire Accessibility team
A workmate who will be there to answer any questions and guide with tasks
Bi-weekly 1:1 check ins with your manager to discuss community supports and wellbeing
Adhoc chats with members within and outside DS&P such as Equity & Inclusion lead Product Managers senior members researchers content accessibility and other peers to learn about CBCs purpose and strategy
Opportunity to participate in CBC Employee Resource Groups and department wide events such as monthly demos
Opportunity to attend conferences and events of interest to the candidate e.g. A11yTO conference in October
How to apply:
Please submit a resume.
Include a cover letter video or a slide deck presentation and tell us a bit about yourself: Why would you like to be part of this program Why are you interested in working in digital What hobbies volunteer work or cultural activities do you take part in
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.
Primary Location:
Broadcast Centre 205 Wellington St. W. Toronto Ontario M5V 3G7Number of Openings:
1Work Schedule:
Full timeRequired Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
