Host, Weekend, Inuktitut (English Services) (On-Site)

CBC/Radio-Canada; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CBC North in Iqaluit is seeking a Host for weekend morning radio programs in Inuktitut and English. Reporting to the Managing Editor, you will research, prepare and present interviews, weather updates, and live program segments.

You will host weekend morning programs in Inuktitut and English, with potential to support other programs as needed while upholding CBC journalistic standards and reflecting Inuit culture in content.

Qualifications

• Excellent on-air presentation and communication skills.
• Strong command of Inuktitut reading, writing and speaking.
• Deep understanding of Inuit culture and northern issues.
• Mature, positive attitude and ability to work well in a team.
• Strong interview and research skills.
• Proficient in English.
• Solid computer skills for newsroom use.
• Ability to meet daily deadlines.
• Willingness to work early mornings.
• Employer values a combination of education and work experience.
• Previous on-air experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate broadcast and computer equipment to present programs on air.
• Participate in community relations activities to promote the CBC.
• Maintain an appropriate level of communication with the audience.
• Perform incidental technical functions to ensure smooth station operation.
• Archive programs, scripts and lineups.

Skills

On-air presentation

Inuktitut proficiency

Inuit culture understanding

Team collaboration

Interview and research

English proficiency

Computer skills

Deadlines

Early morning availability

Education/experience balance

On-air experience

Job description

Position Title:

Host, Weekend, Inuktitut (English Services) (On-Site)

Status of Employment:

Permanent

Position Language Requirement:

Inuktitut

Language Skills:

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:

2026-09-25 11:59 PM

This role requires full time on site presence.

Your role

CBC North in Iqaluit is looking for a Host for our weekend morning radio programs. Reporting to the Managing Editor, the Host is responsible for finding, researching, preparing and presenting interviews, recorded and live program segments, weather, public announcements and other information.

You will host the Nunavut/Nunavik weekend morning programs in Inuktitut and English. The work can include presentation of news on-air in Inuktitut. In addition to the weekend duties, you may also assist other programs by providing material and performing backup up hosting for other programs.

This is a full-time position with a 5-day work week that includes Saturdays and Sundays. You ensure that CBC journalistic standards are met and that our stories are fair, balanced, accurate, thoughtful, and appeal to the communities we serve. You’re interested in creating a wide range of content for our radio, television, digital and social platforms. You’re not afraid to take creative risks, and you inspire others to do the same. You enjoy working closely with other staff. You understand the diverse and changing population across Nunavut and Nunavik, and the importance of reflecting our communities in our content. You live and promote an inclusive and respectful work culture. You understand the diversity of people and places in Inuit Nunangat. You have a strong desire to assist in the on-going promotion and use of Inuit language and culture.

Key Tasks:

• Operating broadcast and computer equipment to present programs on air.
• Participating in community relations activities to promote the CBC.
• Maintaining an appropriate level of communication with members of the audience.
• Performing incidental technical functions necessary to ensure the smooth and continuous functioning of the station.
• Archive programs and program scripts and lineups.

You are responsible for providing an updated resumé and highlighting the qualifications and skills required for this position. We are looking for a candidate with the following:

• Excellent on-air presentation skills.
• Excellent Inuktitut skills.
• A strong understanding of Inuit culture and northern issues.
• Mature, positive attitude and an excellent ability to contribute to a team environment.
• Good interview and research skills.
• Good skills in English.
• Good computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet daily deadlines.
• Willingness to work early mornings.
• An acceptable combination of education and work experience.
• Previous on-air experience in radio or television would be 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 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 [e-mail].

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.

Primary Location:

101-350 Queen Elizabeth Way, Iqaluit, Nunavut, X0A 2H0

Number of Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Full time