Job Information
CBC/Radio-Canada Host, Igalaaq (English Services) (On-Site) in Iqaluit, Territory of Nunavut
Position Title:
Host, Igalaaq (English Services) (On-Site)
Status of Employment:
Permanent
Position Language Requirement:
English, Inuktitut
Language Skills:
English (First Official Language), English (Reading), English (Speaking), English (Writing), Inuktitut (Reading), Inuktitut (Speaking), Inuktitut (Writing)
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:
2025-02-09 11:59 PM
This role requires full time on site presence.
Click here (http://docs.google.com/document/d/1-M7BOjYBdOqAyvY6PUpWn8yfVE8Nulbwa73dip3ENPU/edit?tab=t.0) for a version of this posting in Inuktitut.
CBC Nunavut delivers news and current affairs through our digital, radio and television platforms in both Inuktitut and English.
Your role
CBC Igalaaq is looking for a dynamic new TV Host for our Igalaaq program. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in Nunavut storytelling with a compelling online presence, active on social media.
We are looking for:
A great listener and storyteller, someone with the ability to connect with people from all walks of life and experience.
You have demonstrated live hosting experience in a variety of different situations.
Curiosity, openness to diverse perspectives and ideas, and a positive attitude are a must in our successful candidate.
Function:
Performs a variety of tasks associated with the preparation and on-air presentation of program material on TV.
The Host plays a collaborative role in writing, producing and the development and execution of the program.
Work is governed by CBC programming and/or journalistic policies and standards.
There is a requirement for creativity, initiative and independent judgment.
Key Tasks:
Contributes to the planning, design, organization and presentation of Igalaaq
Maintains their subject matter expertise in fields relevant to the focus of TV program(s).
Participates in public and/or community relations activities as appropriate, to promote the program(s) and/or the Corporation.
Qualifications
We are looking for a candidate with the following:
Excellent Inuktitut language is required, with strong English.
Relevant experience that demonstrates knowledge of the broadcasting industry and an understanding and awareness of issues and events particular to Nunavutmmiut and Igalaaq.
Demonstrated knowledge, engagement and use of social media and digital platforms to connect with audiences. Well-established digital and social media presence.
Proven storytelling skills on all media platforms.
Broad experience and interests from news and current affairs and the understanding of the value of these to our Northern audience.
Broad knowledge of Nunavut communities with experience living and travelling in different parts of the North is considered an asset.
Interest and knowledge of:
The social, political and cultural life of Nunavut, the North and Canada.
Inuit culture, values, language and history, current events and happenings in the communities.
Broadcasting, social media, digital communications
Interest in new tools and technology (example: radio, audio, video, social media)
Working in teams, mentoring and inspiring others.
Subjective Criteria:
Engaging, warm, curious and bold on-air and online personality.
Highly-developed ability to write engaging stories and engage in social media in their own voice.
Ability to ad lib, be spontaneous on the air.
Knowledgeable journalist and nuanced thinker. Commitment to public broadcasting.
Ability to function effectively and cooperatively in a small team and under a high level of stress.
Ability to work effectively under deadline pressure and in live programming.
Ability to build relationships and contacts inside and outside CBC Nunavut.
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.
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 Diversity and Inclusion section (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en/working-with-us/jobs/diversity-inclusion-cbc-rc) 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 recruitment@cbc.ca .
You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en/vision/governance/corporate-policies/values-ethics/conduct) . All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en/vision/governance/corporate-policies/human-resources/conflicts) . 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:
101-350 Queen Elizabeth Way, Iqaluit, Nunavut, X0A 2H0
Work Schedule:
Full time
At CBC/Radio-Canada (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en) , 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.
