Nitv Political Correspondent

2 weeks ago


Sydney, Australia SBS People and Culture Full time

Work for Australia's only dedicated First Nations channel
- Do you have a passion for Politics?
- Work with SBS Canberra Bureau in Parliament House

**About Us**
NITV is a First Nations led organisation that holds a special place in the Australian Media Landscape. The team fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment and is passionate about the growth of Indigenous stories and story tellers. We're now looking for a* Political Correspondent.*
**The Department**
NITV’s vision is to be recognised as having meaningful and positive impact on the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
NITV’s purpose is to support and strengthen the oldest living culture in the world.
Celebrate and champion the place of unique, inspiring storytelling through Indigenous voices.
Share culture, language and lessons today to develop strong leaders and champions tomorrow.
Use our strengths to foster change, champion equality and make an impact.
Build a legacy of strong, sustainable Indigenous Media for the future._

**The Role**
Reporting into the Executive Editor of NITV’s news and current affairs team the Political Correspondent will be based within the SBS Canberra Bureau in Parliament House and will be responsible for politically focused, cross-platform reporting.
NITV is committed to driving a national conversation around Indigenous Affairs and increasing the presence of Indigenous voices and perspectives in the nation's media. Through programs like The Point, Living Black and NITV News, and across our growing digital platforms, we are investigating the issues and events that impact First Nations peoples.
This is a 12 month full-time opportunity for a talented and highly motivated Journalist who's up for a challenge.
**About you**
We are looking for someone who has a passion for politics and the desire to deliver ground-breaking, original journalism. Someone who is a committed Political Correspondent who's prepared to venture beyond the daily news cycle. In addition to this the right applicant will have;
- A solid understanding of Indigenous Affairs and the broader issues that affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Proven experience as a journalist with a good knowledge of television production techniques and the ability to deliver to deadline.
- The ability to initiate and develop story ideas with mínimal supervision and deliver to the highest editorial standard across multiple platforms as NITV's sole Political Correspondent.
- The ability to operate as a Video Journalist is preferred with a working knowledge of camera operation
- Digital editing for news is important as this role will require you to use an editing program to deliver your television stories

Applicants must identify as being of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (the filling of this employment opportunity is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under subsection 8 (1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975.)
Feel like you meet most, but perhaps not all, the criteria listed? Then send through your details; whilst we have specific requirements in mind, we can look at how we may be able to bridge any gaps.
**Some of the reasons to consider working with us**
- The people We truly celebrate and welcome difference at SBS and encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work, you’ll be part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia
- The culture and the engagement of our workforce SBS is ranked in the top 25% of all media companies for employee engagement
- We’re agile and innovative in the way we work, as well as being a trusted and established brand. At SBS we have been broadcasting for over 40 years and our future is packed with many more exciting developments
- We also love to promote from within We have allocated training funds to do just that and help bridge the gaps when moving from role to role.

For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers website SBS Careers - Working at SBS
**Reasonable adjustments**
At SBS, it’s not just what you do but how you do it. We’re looking for people who share our passion and hold our strong values, diverse workforce and inclusive culture.
**_The filing of this employment opportunity is intended to constitute a special measure under subsection 8 (1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975_**.**

**Job Type**: Contract



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