Administrator (French Services) (On-site)

CBC / Radio-Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian public broadcaster in Ottawa is seeking an Administrator for the Production and Resources department. This temporary, full-time position involves coordinating service requests and implementing administrative solutions. Candidates must be bilingual in English and French and have at least three years of relevant experience. The role is essential to ensuring operational efficiency and effective communication within diverse teams.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience as an administrative assistant.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment is essential.
• Familiarity with CBC / Radio-Canada institutional policies is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate processing of service requests.
• Design and implement administrative solutions.
• Serve as a key resource for employees on administrative matters.

Skills

Bilingualism (English and French)

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Post-secondary education in office administration

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Title

Administrator (French Services) (On-site)

Status of Employment

Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term)

Position Language Requirement

English French

Language Skills

English (Reading - B - Intermediate) English (Speaking - C - Advanced) English (Writing - C - Advanced) French (Reading - B - Intermediate) French (Speaking - C - Advanced) French (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.

Your Role

CBC / Radio-Canada in Ottawa is looking for an Administrator for the Production and Resources department. This is a 7‑month assignment starting in January 2026.

You will be responsible for coordinating the processing of internal and external service requests, ensuring the proper application of relevant procedures and policies, and performing administrative tasks essential to the department. In this role you will plan, organise, coordinate, monitor and optimise administrative and operational procedures, activities, and documentation. You will also use the Workday system as part of your daily duties; some tasks will involve supporting the onboarding of new employees at the station.

Main Responsibilities

• Design and implement administrative solutions tailored to the station’s needs.
• Help define performance indicators and monitor project progress; report this information to the Director.
• Serve as a key resource for employees on administrative matters (payroll, attendance, leave, etc.).
• Work closely with the Finance, Communications and Human Resources departments to ensure effective communication between teams.
• Perform other related administrative tasks to support managers and ensure the efficient operation of station activities.
• Oversee the purchase of office supplies for all Ontario locations.
• Follow up on projects or action items assigned to the management and supervisory teams.
• Gather data and create tables, presentations, charts and documents to track projects and priorities as required.
• Draft emails and internal communications in both English and French.
• Maintain and update multiple contact lists and databases.
• Carry out day‑to‑day office and administrative tasks as needed.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Ensure the proper indexing and archiving of operational documents in line with corporate requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the team across departments and with external stakeholders.
• Plan and/ or organise group meetings and internal or external events.
• Provide administrative support to colleagues as needed.
• Perform any other related duties as required.

Your Profile

• Post‑secondary education in office administration or a related field.
• At least three years of experience as an administrative assistant or departmental assistant in a fast‑paced environment.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is essential.

Knowledge of Administrative Systems and Processes

• Strong working knowledge of standard office software including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and the Google suite.
• Ability to organise and manage office activities clearly and efficiently in a high‑volume environment.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with tact and diplomacy.
• Proven ability to handle all tasks with confidentiality and discretion.
• Accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Sound judgement and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Initiative, creativity and strong problem‑solving skills.
• Availability and flexibility to work beyond regular hours when required.

Assets

• Basic knowledge of financial or budget management.
• Experience working in a unionised environment.
• Experience providing support to management.

Interest in Public Service

Familiarity with CBC / Radio‑Canada institutional policies (HR, Finance, Business Affairs, etc.) is an asset.

Knowledge of office software such as SAP, ScheduALL, Workday, Livelink and Mailchimp.

Candidate Assessment

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 recognised 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 not provided).

You are invited to consult and familiarise 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. Should 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

181 Queen Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 1K9

Employment Details

Work Schedule: Full time

Required Experience: Unclear Seniority

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Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years (unspecified)

Vacancy: 1