THE OPPORTUNITY

Join NZME's Gisborne Herald team as a Local Democracy Reporter, a role supported by RNZ and NZ On Air. You'll play a crucial role in the newsroom ensuring matters, decisions and issues relating to publicly appointed or elected officials or bodies are covered in a timely, accurate and impartial fashion.

HOW YOU'LL DO IT

You’ll create engaging, timely content for our platforms that upholds our commitment to quality, accuracy, and trustworthiness. You’ll generate unique, compelling story ideas that not only capture the audience’s attention but set us apart from the competition. You’ll bring curiosity, courage, and a clear, authentic voice to everything you write.

ABOUT YOU

• You'll have a relevant journalism qualification, and be committed to delivering high-impact, authentic, relentlessly interesting journalism.
• You’ll have a keen interest in democratic issues, especially at a local level.
• Your attributes...