Local Democracy Reporter

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The Post, located in Palmerston North, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand, is seeking an enthusiastic journalist to cover local decision-making and civic matters.

Job Description

Do you have a deep passion for crafting high-quality journalism that enriches our communities?

We're on the lookout for an enthusiastic journalist to join our team as a Local Democracy Reporter.

You will be covering local authorities' decisions and other civic matters, going out and talking to the people affected, sharing their stories, and uncovering other stories of your own.

We are looking for someone with as many of the following qualities as possible.

You don't need all of these to apply, but you will need to have at least a year of experience in daily news journalism.

This role is fast-paced with each day offering new challenges.

Day to day, you will be

Generating and delivering accurate, engaging and well-written coverage of national and local interest.

Building and cultivating trusted contacts to deliver exclusive stories.

Using social media, including Neighbourly and other third parties, to drive community engagement.

Finding new ways of telling stories already in the mainstream media.

Unearthing local democracy stories that all New Zealanders will want to read.

Developing a comprehensive understanding of local body politics and managing agendas across Palmerston North, Manawatu, Horowhenua, Tararua and Rangitikei, as well as Horizons Regional Council.

This is a fast-paced role where no two days are the same.

To succeed you will need :

Strong journalism skills, including the ability to write, self-edit, take pictures and shoot basic videos.

To be a self-starter, able to work in a sole-charge capacity.

Ability to report on local democracy and translate this into content readers will care about.

Excellent time management and the ability to deliver several stories a day.

A strong social media presence.

A full driver's licence.

The ability to protect a positive, safe and inclusive workplace.

If you're ready to make an impact in the world of journalism and share our commitment to delivering quality news, we invite you to consider this exciting opportunity with us.

Your skills and dedication can help shape the future of journalism in Aotearoa.

Think you can do the job?

Then apply now and start your journey with Stuff today.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Writing and Editing

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