Bilingual AI Training & Business Transformation Specialist (2026-0198)

ICTC•Remote, ON

45d•CA$70,000 - CA$90,000•Remote

About The Position

The Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC) is seeking a Bilingual AI Training & Business Transformation Specialist to lead the facilitation and delivery of AI and digital transformation training to both post-secondary students and their Work Integrated Learning (WIL) host employers. This is a facilitation-first role where the primary program lead teaches the core AI content, keeps student and employer cohorts engaged, tracks their progress, and runs alongside the coaches for eight weeks. The ideal candidate is a skilled bilingual facilitator and adult educator with real AI fluency, someone who makes technical concepts accessible and actionable for participants who are newer to building and using AI tools. They work alongside industry coaches and sector SMEs, drawing on that depth where needed.

Requirements

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Adult Education, Instructional Design, Education Technology, Business, or a related field. Equivalent experience as a facilitator, trainer, or adult educator will be considered.
A background in Computer Science, Engineering, or a technical discipline is an asset.
Formal credentials or certifications in AI, machine learning, prompt engineering, data analytics, automation, IoT, or digital transformation are an asset.
Instructional design, adult education, or corporate training credentials are considered an asset.
Minimum 5 years of experience in AI, data science, automation, or digital transformation, with demonstrated practical application, not theory alone.
Minimum 3 years of experience facilitating technical AI or digital transformation training to diverse audiences including students, business leaders, and non-technical professionals.
Proven experience delivering corporate or workforce training programs in a bilingual (English/French) context.
Demonstrated experience translating complex AI and technology concepts into accessible, actionable learning for varied audiences.
Experience working with or within Canadian SMEs, priority industrial sectors (manufacturing, defence/aerospace, natural resources), or WIL programs is a strong asset.
Experience developing curriculum or training content for technology-focused programs is an asset.
Experience in a non-profit, government-funded, or national initiative environment is an asset.
Bilingual proficiency in English and French (written and spoken) is required.
Solid, applied AI fluency including working knowledge of automation, prompt engineering, workflow integration, and data analytics, paired with the ability to teach these concepts accessibly to early-stage learners.
Strong understanding of business transformation, AI adoption barriers, and sector-specific use cases for Canadian SMEs.
Exceptional facilitation and instructional skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to design and deliver applied learning experiences that build practical, job-ready skills.
Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and relationship management skills.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple cohorts and delivery streams, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Strong problem-solving mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
Knowledge of ICTC's priority sectors and Canada's digital economy landscape is a strong asset.
Experience with LMS platforms and virtual facilitation tools.

Nice To Haves

A background in Computer Science, Engineering, or a technical discipline.
Formal credentials or certifications in AI, machine learning, prompt engineering, data analytics, automation, IoT, or digital transformation.
Instructional design, adult education, or corporate training credentials.
Experience working with or within Canadian SMEs, priority industrial sectors (manufacturing, defence/aerospace, natural resources), or WIL programs.
Experience developing curriculum or training content for technology-focused programs.
Experience in a non-profit, government-funded, or national initiative environment.
Knowledge of ICTC's priority sectors and Canada's digital economy landscape.

Responsibilities

Deliver a high-impact AI training sessions for both student and employer cohorts.
Facilitate synchronous virtual bootcamp sessions and workshops that go beyond surface-level overviews to provide practical, applied AI skills.
Guide students in developing hands-on AI projects and capabilities relevant to their WIL placement contexts.
Coach employers and business leaders on translating AI concepts into measurable operational improvements and sector-specific use cases.
Serve as the primary technical subject matter expert (SME) for AI content across ICTC's training programs.
Ensure training is grounded in real-world AI applications and current industry practices.
Lead live virtual bootcamp sessions for student and employer cohorts, keeping participants engaged, progressing, and connected to the applied work of their placements.
Teach the core AI content with a focus on practical, hands-on application rather than surface-level overviews.
Translate AI concepts into language and use cases that make sense to non-technical learners and business audiences.
Guide students as they build hands-on AI projects tied to their WIL placement context.
Monitor learner progress across cohorts, identify who needs support, and adjust delivery to keep people moving.
Serve as the consistent AI-fluency anchor across the program, working alongside the industry coaches and SMEs.
Provide expert-level guidance to employer and student cohorts on AI readiness assessments, transformation roadmaps, and priority use case identification.
Coach SMEs in priority industrial sectors on practical AI adoption, from workflow automation to data-driven decision-making.
Support employers in structuring meaningful AI-focused projects for their WIL student placements.
Identify and share sector-specific case studies, tools, and frameworks that make AI adoption tangible for non-technical business audiences.
Facilitate peer learning, group problem-solving, and applied exercises that build employer AI confidence and capability.
Collaborate with the Manager and e-learning team to develop, review, and continuously evolve technically current AI training content.
Ensure all curriculum reflects the latest developments in AI, automation, and digital transformation.
Contribute to the design of assessments, capstone projects, and applied learning challenges.
Recommend emerging tools, platforms, and pedagogical innovations that enhance the learning experience.
Provide technical review and quality assurance of all AI-related training materials.
Engage with industry coaches, sector experts, and employer stakeholders to ensure training reflects current and emerging business needs.
Contribute to ICTC's thought leadership by staying current on AI trends, labour market forecasting, and Canadian industry transformation.
Support outreach and engagement activities in both English and French.
Collaborate with post-secondary partners and ecosystem stakeholders as needed to align training with student and employer outcomes.
Track and report on training delivery, learner outcomes, and technical engagement metrics.
Provide technical input into funder reporting, program documentation, and continuous improvement cycles.
Support ICTC's evaluation function by contributing insights on learner progress and content effectiveness.