Canberra Parliament House BureauCreate news stories for the ABCOngoing full-time positionThe RoleThe ABC is looking for a National Affairs Correspondent to lead national affairs coverage on a wide range of subjects across all ABC platforms and play a lead role in key breaking news events across politics and stories of national interest The JobCreate high impact, accurate stories across platforms, adhering to ABC Editorial Policies.Break stories of national importance and develop original content that is distinctive and audience focussedLead insightful and well-informed coverage of federal politics across platforms, including high-quality live reports, complex Q&As and 'rolling' news coverageShape program style and guide high-profile coverage, including innovative and creative contentProduce diverse, nationally relevant stories, engaging with communities.Research, source, and conduct interviews for compelling content.Spearhead editorial initiatives to enhance ABC's profile and audience engagement.Maximize content value through multi-platform adaptation and social media.Develop and maintain a broad network of high-level contacts across government and industry.Assume senior production roles, focus on team leadership, and assist in staff development and assessment.Position Description: 504393 NATIONAL AFFAIRS CORRESPONDENT.pdfAbout YouYou will have extensive senior reporting experience with exceptional journalistic skills and sound research and editorial judgment. Your collaborative leadership in team environments will ensure your effectiveness in the role.You'll also have:Proven ability to consistently break original stories.Exceptional government contacts and a deep understanding of federal politics, parliamentary procedures and policy.Excellent multimedia presentation and production skills, including high-level TV writing and Live presenting skills.Thorough understanding of digital news and cross-platform filing.Strong networks and knowledge of major issues; understanding of audience needs across all demographics, throughout metro, suburban and rural/regional settings.Passion for diverse storytelling reflecting Australia's makeup.What we can offer you:15.4% ABC Nominated Super.Paid parental, carer's and supporting partner leave.Salary packaging.ABC MentoringAbout ABC NewsQuality journalism, powerful investigations, outstanding production, and a collaborative, engaged and supportive workplace that offers opportunities and career development across regional and metropolitan Australia. Make a positive contribution to the national conversation, help set the agenda and build your skills, by joining Australia's most trusted and diverse news organisation.More info: In line with our focus on diversity and inclusion, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce. If you want to know more, please contact David Lipson, Editor, Politics CPH, ****** more information about working at the ABC visit: ABC Careers PageWe respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position. Applications Close: 11:55pm, 24th November 2024.