The CRFC is Hiring: Programs Officer – Maternity Leave Replacement

JOB POSTING: PROGRAMS OFFICER (Bilingual position) – Maternity Leave Replacement


Closing date: July 28th, 2025


Status: Term – Full-Time
Start date: August 5th, 2025
End date: August 31, 2026
Salary: $35/hour,  37.5 hrs/week
Language: Bilingualism (English and French) is required
Location: Ottawa – remote work available

 

The Community Radio Fund of Canada (CRFC) is an independent, not-for-profit funding organization based in Ottawa. The CRFC seeks and secures resources to fuel the production, distribution and sustainability of Canada’s community audio broadcasters through dynamic funding programs. The CRFC advocates and supports their contribution to the media sector in Canada, reflecting the diversity of their listeners, promoting independent local content, and building their capacity to connect and inform the population they serve.

 

About the role

The Programs Officer is responsible for overseeing the overall operations of the CRFC’s Canadian Content Development Funding Programs. This includes the allocation of funding, as well as promotions, communications, and overseeing and reporting to the CRTC. The Program Officer also provides support as needed in other CRFC activities. 

 

Specific responsibilities

Implementation of programs

In collaboration with the Programs Director and other members of the Programs Team, the Program Officer will:

  • Revise or modify, as necessary, program guidelines, application forms, evaluation grids and other materials relevant to application submissions and evaluation processes.
  • Support applicants in the preparation of their applications to ensure eligibility, relevance, and quality.
  • Support the work of the selection committee, including coordination of meetings and preparation of documents.
  • Follow up with applicants at the end of the evaluation process, including notifying applicants of refusal or acceptance of their application (verbal or written feedback).
  • Draft and send contribution agreements and communications to recipients and provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants upon request.
  • Provide support to recipients during the funding period, evaluate reports and ensure that recipients meet the requirements and deadlines as stipulated in the contribution agreements.
  • If required, evaluate and recommend requests for amendments to contribution agreements and prepare related documents.
  • Evaluate and compile reporting information, including analyses of mid-term reports, report any issues to the Program Director, analyze final reports for compliance, recommend payments and compile tangible results of completed projects to be shared with the communications specialist.
  • Compile information and ensure proper operation of the application management system.
  • Develop meeting materials including briefing notes, supporting documents, and provide materials to support engagement with public and private funding agencies.
  • Assist in preparing press releases and annual reports on matters of importance to the CRFC.
  • Assist with the development and presentation of strategies to engage private funders to support programming initiatives.
  • Other tasks as required.

 

Administrative support 

  • Perform various administrative duties related to the proper functioning of the CRFC, including documentation, updating of members’ directory, mail management, mailing and correspondence writing.
  • In collaboration with the Executive Director, coordinate and respond to requests for material resources related to office maintenance. 
  • Provide logistics for statutory activities, including Board of Directors meetings and the Annual General Meeting. 

 

Education and Experience  

Requirements

  • Post-secondary degree in a field related to funding and not-for-profit operations, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience related to the key responsibilities of the position.
  • At least 3 years of experience in management, administration, and/or evaluation of programs or projects.

 

Assets

  • Knowledge of the campus and community radio sector, media and broadcasting sectors, and/or funders and funding programs

 

Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French and English
  • Data Management and Analysis
  • Excellent understanding of budgets and financial statements associated with projects
  • Knowledgeable, experienced, and capable of building relationships with diverse communities underrepresented in the broadcasting industry
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, teamwork, problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Excellent judgment, time and priority management, organizational and leadership skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Creative thinking and innovation

 

Terms and Benefits 

This is a temporary, full-time (37.5 hours per week) position with a salary range of $55,000 to $60,000, commensurate with skills and experience. The anticipated start date is August 5th. The contract end date is August 31, 2026. 

 

How to Apply 

Applicants are asked to send a cover letter, a resume or CV, as well as two references before 5:00 p.m. ET on July 28th, 2025. Applicants will apply by email to info@crfc-fcrc.ca.

We thank all candidates for applying, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

 

Community Radio Fund of Canada
130 Albert St, Suite 606 Ottawa, ON
Phone: 613-321-3513
Email: info@crfc-fcrc.ca

 

The CRFC encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates, including (but not limited to) women, people of colour, those who identify as 2SLGBTQI+, and people with disabilities.