Journalist - Editorial

The Salvation Army Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP salary packaging

Flexible working conditions

Health, fitness and financial benefits

Paid parental leave - 12 weeks

Up to 5 days paid leave per year tovol

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Salvation Army Australia is seeking a skilled Journalist - Editorial for our publications team in Blackburn, VIC. This permanent part-time role (22.8 hours/week) supports the organisation’s mission by researching and writing content for magazines, reports and online channels in line with our values.

Key responsibilities include gathering news from corps and THQ, preparing story components, obtaining release forms, and attending events for reporting.

Qualifications

• 3 years' experience as a journalist or similar.
• Understanding of the print process.
• Tertiary qualifications in the media/communications.
• Insight and understanding of The Salvation Army’s procedures and operations is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Gather news from corps, centres, divisions and THQ departments for inclusion in publications, reports, online and social media channels.
• Prepare all components for stories (eg. research ideas, interviews, fact checking, writing) for the magazines and associated online channels.
• Secure release forms for all subjects interviewed, photographed, filmed in support of content published.
• Attend events for reporting and information gathering for stories as required.
• Proofreading duties as part of the proofreading process – excellent attention to detail.

Skills

Interviews

News gathering

Editing

Fact checking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Media/Communications

3 years journalist experience

Understanding of Salvation Army procedures (advantage)

Job description

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here - providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Journalist - Editorial to join our publications team and play a crucial role in supporting The Salvation Army’s diverse initiatives nationwide. This is a Permanent Part time role (22.8 Hours/ week), location - Blackburn, VIC.

Purpose of the Role:

To research and write content for TSA magazines, reports and online channels in line with the mission and values of the Salvation Army

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Gather news from corps, centres, divisions and THQ departments for inclusion in publications, reports, online and social media channels.




• Prepare all components for stories (eg. research ideas, interviews, fact checking, writing) for the magazines and associated online channels.




• Secure release forms for all subjects interviewed, photographed, filmed in support of content published.




• Attend events for reporting and information gathering for stories as required.




• Proofreading duties as part of the proofreading process – excellent attention to detail.

Education and Qualifications Required:

• 3 years' experience as a journalist or similar




• Understanding of the print process




• Tertiary qualifications in the media/communications (Bachelor of Arts or Communications and/or equivalent industry experience)




• Insight and understanding of The Salvation Army’s procedures and operations is an advantage

Requirements of the role:

• National Police Check




• Valid Drivers license




• Working with childrens check - location specific




• This position involves occasional weekend work to cover events as required

What we offer

• As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;




• NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)




• Flexible working conditions




• Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits




• Paid parental leave - 12 weeks




• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme




• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to 'volunteer' in a TSA program or activity




• Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes




• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service, opportunity for career development;




• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members




• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration