Manager, Content Planning, Management and Acquisition (French Services) (Telework/Hybrid)

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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.

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Based in Montreal, this position reports to the Director of Content Planning, Management and Acquisition, Documentaries. In this role, you will evaluate and recommend high-potential documentary projects for Radio-Canada in alignment with established strategic priorities and editorial guidelines. You will also oversee all aspects of project execution — from external partner productions to cross-departmental co-ordination — to maximize content exposure and discoverability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and co-ordinate all stages of documentary production, from development through broadcast.
• Guide content selection and exercise sound editorial judgment to enhance projects, ensuring alignment with the public broadcaster’s values, mandate and strategic objectives.
• Manage production finances and budgetary aspects in close collaboration with the Business & Rights team.
• Engage and align internal Radio-Canada divisions (Communications, Marketing, Digital Products & Innovation, Social Media, Content Marketing, etc.) to optimize content reach and discoverability.
• Work in tandem with independent producers and key external partners to maximize content impact.
• Represent the department to foster strong professional relationships with producers, distributors and internal teams.
• Assume additional responsibilities as needed to support department operations.

This is a hybrid position with a mix of in-office and remote work. Work arrangements will be discussed with hiring managers per departmental guidelines.

What You Bring:

• University degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum five (5) years’ relevant industry experience.
• Proven track record of managing multiple concurrent projects while meeting tight deadlines.
• Deep knowledge of national television programming across Radio-Canada and competitor networks.
• Experience in content acquisition is an asset.
• Experience in broadcast programming is an asset.
• Ability to analyze and interpret audience metrics and television market research.
• Broad general knowledge base.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to analyze and synthesize information.

• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to navigate unexpected challenges effectively.
• Meticulous attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Strong initiative and the ability to work independently.
• High degree of accountability.
• Creative mindset.
• Open and collaborative working style.
• Intermediate English proficiency in reading, beginner English proficiency in writing and speaking (BAA).

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 Diversity and Inclusion section 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 [email protected].
 
You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. 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. 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.

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