Senior Advisor, Community Engagement

Radio-Canada

Senior Advisor leading community engagement strategy for newcomers at CBC/Radio-Canada. Building partnerships and developing recommendations to enhance services for diverse communities.

Posted 7/29/2026contractToronto • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategy development and relationship management, with a strong focus on engaging newcomers and diverse communities. Proficient in project management, budget oversight, and effective communication with senior leadership and stakeholders.

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Strategy DevelopmentRelationship ManagementProject ManagementBilingual Proficiency in English and FrenchCommunity Engagement

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Hard Skills

Strategy DevelopmentProject ManagementMarket ResearchBudget ManagementQuantitative ResearchQualitative ResearchPresentation SkillsNegotiation SkillsCommunication PreparationLogistical Planning

Soft Skills

Emotional IntelligenceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCollaborationAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Public Service MediaNewcomer EngagementCanadian Media LandscapeCommunity InitiativesStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development and execution of CBC/Radio-Canada’s collaborative strategy to reach and serve newcomers and other important communities in Canada.
Develop an understanding of the realities of newcomers to Canada
Build relationships, and continually liaise, with external partners (e.g. newcomer agencies, partners, organizations, other public service media)
Explore potential opportunities through the use of market research, interviews and input from external partners and internal departments
Develop and implement strategies and tactics to create meaningful engagement and connection with newcomers
Continually evolve the strategy based on the changing needs of these communities and the partners who serve them, focusing on mutual growth
Monitor macro activities, trends and research related to newcomers and other important communities
Ensure effective tracking of daily activities and broader project progress to facilitate ad-hoc reporting and long-term planning
Work closely with senior leadership in Corporate Development
Maintain visibility on all current and past community initiatives across both CBC and Radio-Canada, ensuring institutional alignment and shared learning
Develop best practices that can be shared across the Corporation
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 as required
Manage the operating budget

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–7 years of relevant experience in strategy development, relationship management, project management, marketing, and/or public service media
Experience working with newcomers to Canada is considered a strong asset
Relevant lived experience is highly valued and considered an asset for this role
Full proficiency in English and French (reading, writing, and oral)
Experience in relationship management and liaising with third parties
Ability to translate complex information into clear, actionable plans
Exceptional organizational, logistical, and planning skills
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)
Ability to negotiate with and present to senior leaders
Comfortable working with quantitative and qualitative research materials
Comfortable working with legal documents
Comfortable working with budgets
Understanding of the Canadian media landscape and the unique position of CBC/Radio-Canada
High emotional intelligence and the ability to work independently and effectively across diverse components and departments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusive workplace
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities