General News Reporter

The Jakarta Post; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Indonesian media company is seeking an experienced General News Reporter to produce engaging news content about politics and general affairs in Indonesia and internationally. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of journalism experience, strong English writing skills, and a proactive approach in storytelling. Flexibility to work irregular hours and travel is required. The company values ethical journalism and aims to drive transformative change through responsible reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in journalism, preferably in English writing.
• Strong English writing samples or portfolio is beneficial.
• Ability to work under pressure with multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research for news stories and pitch timely ideas.
• Interview key sources to obtain accurate information.
• Attend events and report on real-time developments.
• Write engaging news articles following editorial standards.
• Produce basic multimedia elements to enhance stories.

Skills

Journalism experience

Excellent English language skills

Strong verbal and written communication

Ability to meet tight deadlines

Professionalism

Education

Degree in Journalism or related field

Job description

The Jakarta Post is one of Indonesia’s most influential newspapers that provides content and services in line with its role as leading media in the country and Southeast Asia (SEA) region. We have been growing since 1983 and have visions to drive transformative change in Indonesia and for Indonesia, through critical reporting; influence; and bold, ethical, responsible, and independent reporting.

The General News Reporter is responsible for reporting and writing news related to politics and general affairs in Indonesia and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to gather information for news stories and proactively pitch relevant, timely story ideas.
• Interview experts, witnesses, officials, and other key sources to obtain accurate, credible insights.
• Attend events, press conferences, and meetings to report on real-time developments.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with experts and stakeholders to develop a strong network of reliable sources and potential scoops.
• Write clear, engaging, and ethical news articles that follow The Jakarta Post’s editorial standards and journalistic guidelines.
• Craft compelling headlines and leads that capture readers’ attention.
• Ensure all stories are accurate, well-structured, and submitted within deadlines.
• Verify facts, cross-check data, and confirm the reliability of all information gathered.
• Work closely with editors to revise content for clarity, accuracy, grammar, and style consistency.
• Produce and edit basic multimedia elements such as photos or data visualization graphics to enhance written stories.

Requirements

• Has 2 years of experience in journalism. Candidates with experience in an English writing position will be prioritized.
• Candidates with educational backgrounds in Journalism, Communications, English, International Relations, or related fields are prioritized.
• Excellent English language skills, especially in writing. Candidates with English writing samples or portfolios will be prioritized.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Able to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Flexible to work irregular hours and available for domestic and international travel when required.
• Strong work ethic, professionalism, and a positive attitude.

Thank you for applying to The Jakarta Post!

Notes: Our company has never levied any fees for the recruitment process nor has it required to order tickets and accommodation through a certain travel agent or certain person.