Parliament House, Canberra Location Join the 7.30 team Base salary $100K - $123K depending on experience The Role In this demanding yet rewarding role, you'll have the opportunity to shape the national political discourse by delivering in-depth coverage of the Australian political landscape.
Your investigative prowess and uncompromising pursuit of facts will drive you to unearth stories that matter, shedding light on the inner workings of government and the decisions that impact millions of lives.
As a member of our team, you'll work alongside a talented group of journalists and researchers, collaborating to produce hard-hitting, award-winning journalism.
Your responsibilities will include cultivating sources, conducting thorough investigations, and crafting compelling narratives that captivate audiences across multiple platforms.
The Job You will: Research, write, compile, and present news and current affairs content that is accurate, timely and innovative covering a range of subjects and issues.
Research story material, identify suitable sources, and arrange and conduct interviews to support own and others' output.
Suggest and pitch regular story ideas for the program.
Keep well informed and aware of local and global economic issues along with maintaining an intimate knowledge of domestic and international corporate, social, economic, and political issues.
Position Description: 50046998 POLITICAL REPORTER 7.30.pdf About You To excel in this position, you must possess exceptional writing and storytelling skills, an unwavering commitment to ethical journalism, and the ability to thrive under pressure.
A deep understanding of Australian politics and a keen eye for identifying newsworthy angles are essential.
Additionally, you must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and impartiality.
If you're ready to join a team that values integrity, excellence, and the pursuit of truth, we want to hear from you.
This is an opportunity to shape the national conversation and hold those in power accountable.
Apply now and be part of the team that sets the standard for investigative journalism in Australia.
What we can offer you: 15.4% ABC Nominated Super.
Paid parental, carer's and supporting partner leave.
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ABC Mentoring About ABC News Quality 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 Joel Tozer, Executive Producer 7.30 via ****** For more information about working at the ABC visit: ABC Careers Page We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.
Applications Close: 11:55pm, Sunday 1 December