National Editor

At SBS, we embrace difference and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

We also acknowledge the unique contribution Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace through their enduring and continued connection to land, sea, sky and community.

This role is classified as Level 6 role under SBS Australia's current Enterprise Agreement (with a base salary range of $126,040 - $130,000). The successful applicant will be offered remuneration that is commensurate with their skills and experience and in alignment with this framework.

This role is classified as a shift worker; however, the current working pattern is Monday – Friday 7:00am – 4:00pm. This may be subject to change with business needs.

As a rostered shift worker, additional shift penalty payments may apply for work performed outside of ordinary hours, including weekends and public holidays, as per the SBS Enterprise Agreement (EA). SBS may also require you to work reasonable overtime, where overtime will be paid at applicable rates in accordance with the EA.

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 communities.

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 Role

Reporting to the Managing Editor, World News, as a core member of the News and Current Affairs Editorial leadership team you will:  

• Lead coverage of domestic events with a primary focus on national affairs, including politics, economics and finance, social affairs including indigenous and multicultural affairs.

• Inspire, initiate and oversee the production of compelling and relevant domestic content for Australian audiences and amplify diverse cultural and linguistic perspectives.

• Play a key role in the strategic planning for coverage of locally-based events and issues which meet the SBS Charter.

• Be the key contact with our content-sharing partners and other networks.

• Assign and manage journalists, video journalists and camera crews considering SBS's editorial responsibilities, priorities, budgets and deadlines.

• Assign and manage a team of journalists across Australia and manage deployments.

• Maintain knowledge of technology for the most-effective and cost-effective production and delivery of news content across television, audio and digital platforms.

About You

• An experienced journalist with a keen interest in stories of interest to a national audience and a creative, adaptable approach to covering news. 

• A manager with a collaborative, collegiate style and an editorial leader.

• A clear and open communicator.

• You will have a sound understanding of stories which resonate with our diverse audiences, and knowledge of SBS Charter and SBS Code of Conduct.

Some of the reasons to consider working with us:

• The people We genuinely 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 93% of our employees have stated that they are proud to work for SBS

• We offer a range of benefits; from health checks, salary packaging, an employee assistance program and for our Sydney-based employees, free gym membership and parking (subject to availability).

• 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.

Want to learn more? Then hit apply and take the first step to applying not just for another job but a possible whole new career in a purpose led organisation.

For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers website SBS Careers - Working at SBS

Reasonable adjustments

SBS recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and put your skills forward for consideration. If we can make some adjustments to the SBS recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, then please contact and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to; alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times and more.

We are shortlisting applications as they come in so don't delay, apply today

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