Position Title:
Advisor, Internal Communications (Corporate Communications) (Hybrid/Telework)
Status of Employment:
Permanent
Position Language Requirement:
English, French
Language Skills:
English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - C - Advanced), English (Writing - B - Intermediate), French (Reading - C - Advanced), French (Speaking - C - Advanced), French (Writing - B - Intermediate)
Unposting Date:
2026-11-24 11:59 PM
This role is a hybrid work arrangement. Work schedule to be discussed with the Hiring Manager according to the guidelines defined by the department.
Job Description Summary
We are seeking an Adviser, Internal Communications to join the Corporate Communications team. Your primary focus in this role will be on creating and leading internal communication strategies and employee engagement initiatives centered on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI), Accessibility, and Accommodation. Additionally, you will deliver internal communications support for the Indigenous Office and key corporate priorities, such as the environmental plan.
The employee experience is central to our strategy, and we strive to achieve this by:
- Making equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility a priority.
- Creating agile, customizable programs that focus on the needs of the business.
- Providing integrated, high-impact service offerings.
- Deploying technology that contributes to building a modern, agile and safe workplace.
- Providing an engaging, ethical work environment that reflects the public broadcaster’s values.
Reporting to the Director, Internal Communications, you are a skilled communicator, strategist and content creator who excels at advising corporate leaders and navigating complex internal messaging. You also possess a strong cultural and emotional intelligence, passionate about building an accessible, equitable, and inclusive workplace.
Your Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive corporate-wide internal communications strategies and plans to support and position CBC/Radio-Canada’s initiatives in Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI), Accessibility, Accommodation and other related areas.
- Support internal communications and engagement strategies for Indigenous files and projects, ensuring respectful, culturally grounded messaging aligned with organizational commitments and Indigenous initiatives.
- Create and produce engaging, high-impact internal communications plans and content, including key messages, intranet stories, leadership messaging, employee newsletters, presentations, town halls, and FAQs.
- Advise senior leaders, managers, and working groups on internal communications best practices within an inclusive, multicultural environment, helping them navigate complex change messaging and sensitivity considerations.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and consistent messaging across English Services, French Services and other parts of the organization.
- Ensure representation, accessibility standards, accommodation best practices, and inclusive language are integrated into all communications channels and projects, amplifying a diversity of voices across the public broadcaster.
- Manage internal communications projects end-to-end, including content development, presentation design, and coordination with internal production teams (design, web, translation, accessibility services).
- Measure the reach and impact of internal comms initiatives regarding EDI and accessibility, using feedback and analytics to continually refine strategies.
What We’re Looking For:
- University degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Five to seven years of relevant internal or corporate communications experience in a large, complex, or multi-site organization.
- Considerable knowledge and demonstrated experience managing projects and communication strategies involving Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI), Accessibility, and Accommodation.
- Experience with Indigenous files, projects, or cultural engagement initiatives is considered a significant asset.
- Excellent written, reading, and oral communication skills in both official languages (English and French).
- Strong writing and editing skills with a proven ability to translate complex policies, frameworks, and cultural topics into engaging employee messaging.
- Strong interpersonal, stakeholder management and critical thinking abilities, paired with high emotional and cultural intelligence, an open mindset, and a demonstrated aptitude for influencing key stakeholders.
- Solid project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment.
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.
Primary Location:
181 Queen Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 1K9
Number of Openings:
1
Work Schedule:
Full time
