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Senior Journalist, Auckland (Fixed Term) Te Turanga–The opportunity An opportunity to work at New Zealand's award-winning public media company. RNZ aims to provide comprehensive, independent, trusted regional and national news and current affairs.
Te Mahi – About the job RNZ is looking for an experienced journalist with a demonstrated ability to cover breaking news and generate original stories for radio bulletins, current affairs programmes and digital and social media platforms. You will be organised, efficient and reliable, using your initiative to report on a mix of stories that matter, along with strong, comprehensive coverage of breaking news in the Auckland region. You will be ready to hit the road, relying on key contacts and sources to drive story ideas and deliver first-class journalism.
You will:
Have superior writing, interviewing and live broadcasting skills
Have experience working as a journalist at a senior level
Bring accuracy, attention to detail, curiosity and creativity to your work
File written, audio and visual content to tight radio and digital deadlines
Understand the issues affecting Auckland
Be flexible and able to commit to shift work
Nga Hua: What we offer A welcoming and inclusive team/organisation
Development and regular training opportunities for our people
Will match an employee's KiwiSaver contribution up to 4%
Additional leave provisions for some roles and the option to buy extra leave
Comprehensive parental leave over and above standard legislation
RNZ supports work/life balance for our people including working from home initiatives where possible
Comprehensive wellbeing support including access to a confidential support, guidance and counselling service
Te Ahurea – Our Culture At RNZ we are committed to fostering an inclusive and constructive culture. This means creating a place where our people feel like they belong and can do their best work. We do this through our attitudes; Be Bold, Better Every Day and Extend Manaakitanga.
Please note: A complete application includes your covering letter and a CV.
This is a Fixed-Term full-time role, 40 hours per week until October 2025
Applications close: Tuesday 5th November, 2024 unless filled prior.
RNZ is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and welcomes applicants reflecting New Zealand's cultural and ethnic diversity.
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