Specialist, Project Coordinator (Corporate Development) (Hybrid/Telework)

CBC/Radio-Canada•Montreal, QC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Specialist is a highly organized professional who supports the implementation, progress monitoring, and reporting of the National Indigenous Strategy (NIS) within the Corporate Development Department. In this role, the incumbent is responsible for the day-to-day coordination of various strategic initiatives, tracking project progress, and ensuring smooth operational flows. The position focuses on growing trusting partnerships with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis, while cultivating capacity and facilitating positive change across the public broadcaster. Operating under the guidance of the Senior Advisor, the role ensures that NIS objectives are met across the organization while working independently with some guidance from management. This position exists strictly to provide project coordination support and does not participate in editorial decision-making or provide sensitive cultural advisory on specific protocols. Directly impacts the execution, operational flow, and timeline management of projects within the Indigenous Office and Corporate Development. Indirectly facilitates positive change, internal engagement, and cultural competency across the entire public broadcaster (CBC/Radio-Canada). Impacts external relations and the growth of trusting partnerships with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities across the country.

Requirements

University or equivalent degree in Communications, Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field.
3 to 5 years of experience in project coordination or a similar professional support role.
Experience working with the realities of Indigenous communities across the country, with specific familiarity regarding the Quebec and Atlantic contexts and their unique specificities.
Ability to communicate and work fluently in both official languages (English and French).
Deep understanding of and connection to the realities of Indigenous communities.
Strong ability to organize multiple project tasks, manage timelines, meet strict deadlines, and keep formal documentation updated in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in project tracking tools and standard office software to effectively manage data and reporting requirements.
Proactive and highly creative mindset with the capability to propose innovative ideas for strategic initiatives.
High level of organization, passion for coordination, strong collaboration skills, and an ability to act as a supportive team player across diverse departmental groups.
Mandatory Criminal record check.
Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

Nice To Haves

Relevant lived experience will be strongly considered and valued.

Responsibilities

Support the ongoing implementation, progress monitoring, and reporting of the National Indigenous Strategy (NIS)
Provide coordination support for key Office projects such as the Reconciliation Fund, the Indigenous Visionaries Award, PAIR Certification, and the NIS renewal process.
Coordinate internal meetings meant to advance the NIS, ensuring up-to-date agendas are maintained, meeting minutes are taken, and participants are invited.
Coordinate logistics for external meetings and engagement sessions with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis partners.
Ensure project timelines are monitored and documentation is organized to support the Office's reporting requirements to Corporate Development.
Help maintain and update internal resources, such as the iO resource page, ensuring staff have access to tools needed for respectful engagement.
Assist in maintaining organized records of external partnerships and contacts.
Support the delivery of internal communications and learning opportunities designed to strengthen cultural competency and awareness of the NIS among staff.
Support the Espaces Autochtones team and regional stations teams by providing content expertise or helping with inclusion initiatives, if required.
Represent Radio-Canada at outreach events and activities.