Communications Officer(English Services) (On-Site)

Position Title:

Communications Officer(English Services) (On-Site)

Status of Employment:

Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term)

Position Language Requirement:

English

Language Skills:

English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - C - Advanced), English (Writing - C - Advanced)

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance.

Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

Unposting Date:

2026-04-16 11:59 PM

Communications Officer (English Services) (On-Site)

Your Role:

CBC British Columbia is looking for a Communications Officer, Building Development for a one-year contract starting in April 2026 to join the local Communications and Marketing team. This specialized role focuses on executing internal and external communications for significant building preservation and sustainability initiatives, such as building envelope replacement and green energy transitions, while supporting general marketing and communications.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter who can quickly become an integral part of our operations, acting as the primary point person for staff and stakeholder concerns during construction-related disruptions. Reporting to the regional Senior Manager, Marketing and Communications, this position requires someone with a flair for engaging with people, expert in order and organization, and a passion for maintaining brand integrity in a dynamic environment. This position is full time on-site in Vancouver,with travel to regional bureaus as required.

Duties for this position may include:

Building Development & Internal Liaison (Primary Focus)

• Initiating and managing internal staff communications regarding service disruptions, relocations, and project updates.

• Monitoring dedicated project email accounts and social media for feedback and media coverage.

• Serving as the point person for questions and concerns, including updating project FAQs.

• Physically touring local on-site departments weekly to engage staff, understand concerns, and provide real-time updates.

• Liaising with Real Estate, Project Management, maintenance teams, and other CBC and community stakeholders to ensure project alignment.

• Coordinating with printers and graphics teams for project-related signage and materials.

• Supporting operations and building teams when required, attending necessary meetings and distributing minutes.

Communications & Marketing Support

• Researching, writing, and editing communications materials, which may include staff newsletters, news releases, program listings, and content for .

• Assisting with integrated marketing plans and/or brand activations to promote CBC programming across social, digital, radio, and TV.

• Executing fan engagement and outreach initiatives, brand activations and contesting, to foster ongoing relationships with audiences.

• Creating and posting creative social media content, which may require basic photography and design skills.

• Working with Audience Relations to develop official responses to audience inquiries and controversial issues.

• Researching information for special projects and administrative matters, such as stakeholder lists, coordinating newsroom tours, and procurement of branding materials.

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

• Three (3) years’ relevant experience demonstrating superior writing, editing, and proofreading skills and a working knowledge of internal and external communications and marketing materials.

• Post-secondary certificate, diploma, or degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Excellent working knowledge of Google Suite tools (Docs, Drive, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Meet).

• Strong desire to live and promote the values of diversity and an inclusive and respectful work culture.

• Active and highly skilled on multiple digital and social media platforms.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work under the pressure of tight deadlines.

• Demonstrated customer service and problem-solving ability.

• Ability to take initiative, demonstrate creativity, and exercise sound judgment in line with CBC journalistic policies.

• Flexibility in work hours as operations demand, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Willingness to travel when required.

• Prior experience in project management is an advantage but not required.

• Knowledge of languages such as Mandarin, Tagalog, Arabic, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish, or Indigenous languages is considered an asset.

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.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next

step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:

• A mandatory Criminal record check.

• Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to .

You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our . All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on . In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.

Primary Location:

700 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 4A2

Number of Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Full time