Education Correspondent
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Job Location:
North Sydney - Australia
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Australian Financial Review is seeking an Education Correspondent who will set the national agenda with insightful coverage of the Australian education this role you will hold institutions to account across the secondary and tertiary systems cover significant moves at the top of major providers and write creative features about significant trends or policy developments in education.
This position could be based in either Sydney or Canberra.
Day to day you will:
- Break major news and generate original story ideas to lead the national conversation on the education sector.
- Cover a diverse range of issues across all levels of Australian education including schools universities and vocational training.
- Maintain and expand a robust network of authoritative contacts to ensure your reporting remains ahead of the curve.
- Prepare accurate balanced and timely reports and analysis that conform to the high standards of the AFR style.
- Collaborate with editors and journalists across the newsroom to plan comprehensive coverage and innovative projects.
- Proactively manage the visual presentation of your stories by commissioning high-impact photography and graphics.
- Navigate strict digital deadlines to ensure a consistent flow of high-quality content for our audience.
Qualifications :
What youll bring:
- Proven experience as an education or political reporter backed by a portfolio of high-quality writing.
- A deep understanding of the education sector and the key players influencing education policy.
- An established network of reliable contacts and the ability to build trusted professional relationships.
- Sharp editorial judgement with a demonstrated knack for nailing the right angle and pitching compelling stories.
- Exceptional writing skills across various formats including news features and sophisticated analysis.
- Strong interpersonal and organisational skills with the ability to work both independently and as a collaborative team player.
- Experience in digital article production including headline writing and image selection or a proactive willingness to learn.
Additional Information :
How we work
At Nine our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position this may include flexible hours hybrid work or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team.
Our employee benefits include:
- 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers.
- Access to Employee Exclusives program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands offering unique experiences behind-the-scenes access and awesome perks.
- Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads.
- Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription.
More info at Nine Careers.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
Were committed to a safe respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one youll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with disabilities and of all ages genders nationalities backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please advise us when you apply.
Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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