Senior Content Manager, ICI Radio-Canada PREMIÈRE (French Services) (Telework/Hybrid)

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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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This is a hybrid position with a mix of in-office and remote work. Work arrangements will be discussed with hiring managers per departmental guidelines.

Your role

Reporting to the Senior Director ICI PREMIRE you plan direct and monitor program production and development activities in line with programming objectives and the organizations strategic priorities.

You are also responsible for creating developing and overseeing the production of individual programs or program series within established budget parameters. You support production teams on a day-to-day basis ensuring the successful delivery of programming in line with the editorial mandate you have given them.

Your ability to lead and bring people together allows you to clearly see the big picture contribute to strategic discussions and demonstrate a high degree of creativity. You know how to get the best out of your team and thrive in a constantly changing work environment.

Working collaboratively with the Senior Director you contribute to the evolution of our programming schedule address the emerging needs of our listeners and create high-impact programs that are consistent with the public broadcasters mandate. You regularly analyze radio shows to provide constructive feedback to our teams and ensure our programmings ongoing relevance for listeners.

Keeping a close eye on broadcasting and media trends you make recommendations and propose both short- and long-term strategies that enable ICI PREMIRE to strengthen its positioning in a highly competitive market while maintaining its distinct identity.

What you bring:

• University degree in communications or a related field or equivalent experience

• Ten (10) years relevant experience in the media industry (radio background an asset) including a minimum of five (5) years in management (in a unionized environment is an asset)

• Project management experience

• Excellent knowledge of audience behaviour

• In-depth knowledge of radio production and programming

• Strong knowledge of digital platforms and content

• Demonstrated ability to develop short- and long-term strategies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to lead engage and inspire teams

• Strong ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment and a proven track record of managing change within teams

• A strong sense of innovation and creativity

• Strong ability to work well under pressure and manage tight deadlines

• Openness and flexibility

• Passion for current events and local culture

• Solid command of spoken and written French

• Good knowledge of English is an asset

• Understanding of CBC/Radio-Canadas Journalistic Standards and Practices is an asset

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.

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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