Provincial Affairs Reporter (French Services) (On Site)

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Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting ever-changing industry Whether it be in front of the camera on air online or behind the scenes you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

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This role requires full time on site presence.

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Radio-Canada Acadie is looking for an experienced Provincial Affairs Reporter for a permanent position based in Fredericton New Brunswick.

The Provincial Affairs Reporter is responsible for assignments for digital radio and television. This person plays a central role in highlighting the decisions and political issues of the New Brunswick government and their impact on the population. Endowed with great curiosity the chosen person must have an overview of the Legislative Assembly and its functioning the politicians and their political parties public services Crown corporations all levels of governments as well as obviously the citizens.

The incumbent reports to the Moncton newsroom and has access to editorial guidance but must demonstrate initiative and autonomy possess a sharp news sense and solid judgment.

The Provincial Affairs Reporter must comply with CBC/Radio-Canadas journalistic and programming policies standards and practices.

Main tasks:

• Establish and maintain a network that includes contacts at the provincial level as well as a range of recognized experts capable of providing explanations on issues or events that may arise.

• Build trusting relationships with parliamentarians civil servants and everyone involved in government to uncover exclusive news and interviews.

• Keep abreast of press events of parliamentarians and political parties and plan them with the assignment desk.

• Keep their knowledge up-to-date concerning provincial politics its history and its main actors.

• Research and gather information on political or governmental issues and events; follow the evolution of important issues over long periods.

• Use their expertise to cover important news or events on the provincial scene.

• Systematically cross-reference the information gathered with different sources to verify the clarity and accuracy of their content.

• Regularly present multiplatform reports to describe events and issues; popularize and explain the context in depth on all platforms to help listeners better understand.

• Organize and conduct interviews.

• Collaborate closely with the newsroom to plan coverage of upcoming events for all platforms.

• Conceive and produce in close collaboration with production staff informative and original content for all platforms to support the explanations presented in the report.

• Show leadership and provide advice to colleagues; lead by example.

• You will also be required to cover certain local Fredericton issues as needed.

• Perform any function or task of a reporter/writer upon request.

• The successful candidate will become a member of the legislative press gallery.

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• The work schedule will include rotating weekend shifts.

• An excellent understanding of English both written and spoken is required.

• You must be proficient in spoken and written French (production in French).

We are looking for a candidate with the following profile:

• University degree or equivalent.

• Five years of direct related experience demonstrating proven ability in the field.

• Comfortable with live presenting.

• Excellent reporting and interviewing skills across all platforms.

• Bilingualism (French-English) is necessary.

• Ability to work with various teams but also demonstrate great autonomy.

• Demonstrate a critical mind.

• Proven ability to work under high stress in a tight-deadline environment.

• Experience working on multiple files at once.

• Asset: knowledge of Radio-Canada production tools: Dalet Scoop iNews Media Central Hindenburg.

• Asset: knowledge of New Brunswick politics.

• Asset: studies in political science.

• Understanding of the role and responsibilities of the public broadcaster.

• Knowledge of CBC/Radio-Canada journalistic standards and practices.

• Possess a valid drivers license and a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canadas insurance company.

Please provide a résumé in French samples of reporting work relevant to this position and a hyperlink to your demo.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of our recruitment process candidates who advance to the next

step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:

• A mandatory Criminal record check.

• Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our countrys diversity. Thats because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. Thats why we as an employer value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canadas public broadcaster. For more information visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to .

You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of the event that you become an employee it will be important to inform us as quickly as possible of any situation that because of your hiring constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.

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