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Programme Editor TV (News) (I)
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3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
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Application Deadline:
30 September 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
RTÉ is Irelands national public-service mediaorganisation. We are embarking upon an ambitious and exciting 5-year transformation strategy to update the way we run theorganisation. Our mission is to serve as an independent source of stories newsinformationand entertainment for Ireland reflecting the diversity of its people and providing experiences that enrich the lives of all.
This sense of purpose motivates us to deliver to the highest standards in an environment that is collaborativesupportiveand engaging. Attracting andretainingthe best talent is key in delivering to our audiences. We want our people to thrive in an environment that values their output.
Meet the team
As Irelands national public service mediaorganisationRTÉ News and Current Affairs provides independent and trusted news and current affairs content across multiple platforms.
We are looking for a Programme Editor TV (News).
Reporting to the Series Editor Television News the Programme Editor TV (News) is a senior editorial presence in the Newsroom with responsibility for all aspects of the programmes to which they are assigned.
About the role:
About you:
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity please submit the below as one combined document:
Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday 9th July 2026.
This vacancy is open to internal candidates only.
CuirfearfáilteroimhiarrataisódhaoinegobhfuildearcadhdearfachacuileithnaGaeilge. Applications are welcome from people who have a positive outlook to Irish.
Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do both on-screen and behind the scenes. We are committed to building a more inclusive environment and tackling under-representation while embedding inclusion at every stage of the employee journey.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds without regard to gender sexual orientation gender identity age social experience race and ethnicity disability civil and family status religiousbeliefand membership of the Traveller Community.
We are eager to provide reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with any kind of disability. Should you wish to requestan accommodationfor your interview we encourage you to let us know when youapply.
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This sense of purpose motivates us to deliver to the highest standards in an environment that is collaborativesupportiveand engaging. Attracting andretainingthe best talent is key in delivering to our audiences. We want our people to thrive in an environment that values their output.
Meet the team
As Irelands national public service mediaorganisationRTÉ News and Current Affairs provides independent and trusted news and current affairs content across multiple platforms.
We are looking for a Programme Editor TV (News).
Reporting to the Series Editor Television News the Programme Editor TV (News) is a senior editorial presence in the Newsroom with responsibility for all aspects of the programmes to which they are assigned.
About the role:
- senior management and editorial position working as part of the wider Newsroom team to deliver the strategic priorities of the RTÉ News and Current Affairs division.
- responsible for the preparation production editorial content and presentation of the daily TV News Programmes weekend bulletins news specials and output as it arises.
- responsible for line managing and leading reporters and TV News programme teams including rostering.
- engage in forward planning the development of TV News and wider Newsroom output and contribute to the drafting of policies for the division.
- engage with correspondents reporters and programme teams and provide ongoing appraisal and development of news output.
About you:
- proven track record in journalism and possess a keen news sense and an understanding of the challenges of TV news.
- exercise sound editorial judgement across a wide range of subject matters and be acquainted with all aspects of national life and institutions.
- demonstrate a vision for developing television bulletins and the digital transformation of all our content.
- fully committed to the provision of a fair impartial and comprehensive news service.
- guarantee standards of journalism and presentation.
- capable and competent under pressure display energy flair and original thinking.
- capable of line-managing rostering leading and motivating a creative team of journalists and production staff and will be in a position to assess performance.
- ideally have previous gallery experience.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity please submit the below as one combined document:
- your CV
- an introduction paragraph of no more than 750 words outlining your suitability interest and vision for this role
Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday 9th July 2026.
This vacancy is open to internal candidates only.
CuirfearfáilteroimhiarrataisódhaoinegobhfuildearcadhdearfachacuileithnaGaeilge. Applications are welcome from people who have a positive outlook to Irish.
Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do both on-screen and behind the scenes. We are committed to building a more inclusive environment and tackling under-representation while embedding inclusion at every stage of the employee journey.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds without regard to gender sexual orientation gender identity age social experience race and ethnicity disability civil and family status religiousbeliefand membership of the Traveller Community.
We are eager to provide reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with any kind of disability. Should you wish to requestan accommodationfor your interview we encourage you to let us know when youapply.
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RTÉ news brings you the latest Irish news, world news, international news and up to the minute reports on breaking Irish news stories and news from around the world. Watch and listen to Irish news stories on our video and audio streams.
