Indigenous Standards Editor

Applicants must identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. SBS considers that being Aboriginal and/or a Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

**About Us**

SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society.

Our purpose, for the last 40 years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the differences that make up Australia.

SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.

**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.'¯ Our 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**

The Indigenous Standards Editor is responsible for undertaking their work in a way that reflects SBS’s Charter, Vision and Values and complies with relevant SBS policies, procedures and practices.

At SBS, we expect you to be audience obsessed, be bold and brave, embrace difference, participate fully and ensure that we look out for one another. We are all working together to fulfil SBS’s purpose and create a more cohesive society.
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Production guidance and advice -** Provide guidance and advice to News and Current Affairs journalists and editorial leaders in the development of Indigenous content and or working with Indigenous practitioners, to help journalists and editors make robust editorial decisions, across all programs and platforms. This includes advice at planning, development and production stages.
- ** First Nations perspectives** - Ensure that SBS News and Current Affairs includes diverse First Nations stories and perspectives in the daily run down across TV, Online, Radio, and Social Media.
- ** **Editorial operational '“ **Respond to or delegate (as most appropriate in each case and following the workflows in place) to requests for subediting scripts and articles.
- ** Community relationship management** - Develop and maintain positive relationships with key Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders, particularly as they relate to issues of culture and knowledge, social cohesion, and the media.
- ** Liaison & Cultural Understanding** - Liaise with News and Current Affairs following the agreed workflows in an environment of growth for understanding First Nations perspectives.
- ** Elevated RAP implementation** '“ Understand and help implement SBS News and Current Affairs RAP Elevated plan and roadmap, ensuring report requirements, quality and deadlines are met. This includes assisting to develop a NACA First Nations content strategy and planning outline, delivery and post implementation reporting.

**About you**
- Demonstrated understanding of topics and issues of importance to First Nations Australians, the wider multicultural communities and where they intersect and align.
- Sound editorial experience in the production of Australian news and/or current affairs and delivering work to high standards and to time and budget.
- Deep understanding and appreciation of Indigenous cultures & knowledge of protocol.
- A deep commitment to reconciliation and keen understanding of the context of Australia’s Indigenous history.
- Ability to handle and manage sensitive and confidential information.
- Education in media, history, Indigenous studies, social or political science or related qualification or equivalent work experience.
- Excellent community contacts and strong long-standing relationships. Community engagement experience will be high valued.
- Well-developed interpersonal, influencing and relationship-building skills, including an ability to communicate effectively and persuasively.
- Well-developed organisational and administrative skills, including the ability to meet deadlines and determine priorities.
- Adaptability to manage changing priorities, comprehend complex and/or ambiguous information in a timely manner and provide sound advice.
- Demonstrated leadership competencies, including organisation-wide, inclusive thinking; personal accountability; respectful and collaborative approach t