Position Title:

Director, AI Innovation Enablement (T & I) (Telework/Hybrid)

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)

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

 

As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms how organizations create, collaborate and generate value, CBC/Radio-Canada is accelerating its digital transformation through the creation of a new corporate function dedicated to AI and data strategy, enablement and governance. The creation of the Director, AI Innovation role is central to this ambition. This individual will play a key role in identifying, prioritizing and implementing innovative initiatives that support business objectives and strengthen organizational performance.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Strategy & Pipeline Management

• Build and maintain a disciplined AI innovation pipeline and operating model to accelerate time-to-value for validated concepts.
• Establish instrumentation, KPIs, and observability frameworks to measure pipeline efficacy and report progress to executive leadership.
• Monitor global AI trends and translate research insights into strategic recommendations for capability development.

 

Portfolio Execution & AI Accelerator

• Oversee and grow the corporate AI innovation accelerator program.
• Orchestrate select strategic AI initiatives from initial experimentation through MVP incubation to full operational rollout.
• Maintain a central, shared registry of active AI tools, pilots, and initiatives across the enterprise.

 

Internal Collaboration, Governance & Advisory

• Consult with corporate and unit leaders to identify operational needs and translate them into actionable AI projects.
• Serve as the primary bridge connecting operations, technology, digital, content, legal, and security teams.
• Partner with legal, information security, and governance leads to ensure AI innovation projects meet corporate risk thresholds and policies.

 

Vendor Relations & Technology Partnerships

• Influence internal and external partners to establish AI technology and platform agreements.
• Participate in Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and roadmap planning with major AI vendors.
• Collaborate with internal engineering and business solution leads to align backlogs and monitor in-house builds.

 

Enablement, AI Literacy & Playbooks

• Champion responsible AI practices and partner with People & Culture to drive employee empowerment.
• Develop playbooks, best practices, and assessment frameworks for AI experimentation and pilot delivery.
• Co-create training materials and learning initiatives with the L&D team to upskill staff Corporation-wide.

 

Industry Thought Leadership & Representation

• Represent CBC/Radio-Canada within domestic and international media and AI ecosystems.
• Create case studies, participate in research networks, and present at industry events to highlight corporate innovation.

 

What You Bring

 

Qualifications, experience & skills

• 8+ years of experience in innovation, digital transformation, MVP/ Proof of Value development, or emerging technology roles, with strong exposure to AI/ML.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; advanced degree (Masters or equivalent) preferred.
• Deep understanding of generative AI, machine learning concepts, data-driven product development, and modern AI technologies.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale innovation initiatives and translate ideas into scalable business solutions.
• Demonstrable experience leading cross-functional initiatives and teams, leading by influence, managing long-term stakeholder relationships, and industry partnerships.
• Strong experience building and managing external partnerships.
• Demonstrated success influencing senior executives and communicating complex AI concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Media or technology industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Bilingualism (English and French).
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and change management capabilities in ambiguous environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with a collaborative leadership style.

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:

1000, Rue Papineau, Montreal, Quebec, H2K 0C2

Number of Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Full time