Director of Internal Communications at CBC News designing multi-year communication strategies. Leading effective messaging and internal communications for diverse teams across Canada.
Responsibilities
The Director of Internal Communications, CBC News designs strategic communication plans for the General Manager and Editor-in-Chief of CBC News and the News senior leadership team to ensure effective achievement of key operational, muti-year objectives.
Prepares high-level strategies for the execution of the Division’s objectives along with briefings and support documents for News Managers to support their change leadership of CBC News teams.
Ensures communication to staff is consistent across locations and departments, supporting leaders with coaching and communication materials.
Advises the General Manager/ Editor-in-Chief and CBC News senior leadership team on all messaging and internal communications, bringing a high-level of expertise and a comprehensive knowledge of media industry trends to help shape the future direction of CBC News.
Leads the harmonization of internal communications across all local, regional, and national teams to ensure a unified voice and clarity on strategic priorities.
Acts as the lead for internal communication during critical or sensitive situations, providing senior counsel to mitigate reputational risk.
Requirements
Post secondary education in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
A minimum of 10 years progressive experience in corporate or internal communications, including at least 3-years in a senior management role.
Demonstrated success designing high-level communications strategies and a deep understanding of the media industry and the unique operational landscape of CBC News.
Proven ability to translate complex organizational strategies into sophisticated communications materials and high-impact delivery plans that ensure clarity, coordination and consistency.
Knowledge of the business of public affairs, marketing and communications and corporate communications at CBC and Radio-Canada.
Experience with crisis communication management
Experience with coaching and mentorship of senior leaders
Demonstrated experience in executive-level communication leadership, including the delivery of complex briefings and management of sensitive information
Proven ability to influence and direct co-creation of strategic plans with a multi-year horizon
Creative thinker able to produce compelling and clear communication materials
Sophisticated presentation skills including effective and persuasive executive level briefings
Knowledge of communication software, graphics software and AI tools, along with Google suite and Workday
High-level of English fluency in written and spoken communication
Ability to distill varied and complex materials into clear and effective communications
Exceptional writing and editing, strategic thinking, storytelling, and proficiency with digital communication platforms.
Benefits
A hybrid position
Professional development opportunities
Background checks including mandatory Criminal record check
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