Senior Political Reporter - Government Contracting Beat
Job Title: Senior Political Reporter – Government Contracting Beat
Location: Ottawa, Canada Hybrid minimum three days in office.
Salary: 50-55k depending on experience
About The Hill Times: The Hill Times is Canada’s most influential political publication, providing timely and comprehensive coverage of the country’s political landscape. With a commitment to delivering high-quality journalism, we aim to inform, engage, and empower our readers by offering unique insights into the world of Canadian politics. We are currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated Political Reporter to join our team and cover the critical beat of government contracting.
Job Description: Are you a passionate and driven journalist with a keen interest in Canadian politics and the intricacies of government contracting? If so, The Hill Times has an exciting opportunity for you to become our new Political Reporter, focused on the government contracting beat. We are searching for a reporter with previous experience covering politics.
Key Responsibilities:
- Investigate, analyze, and report on government contracting processes and decisions, providing our readers with in-depth coverage and insights into this crucial aspect of Government work and spending.
- Develop a strong network of sources within government agencies, private contractors, and advocacy groups to gather exclusive information and scoops.
- Write engaging, well-researched articles that highlight the impact of government contracting on Canadian society, the economy, and government operations.
- Write a weekly newsy column that will be published as a newsletter, building a community among readers passionate about these topics.
- Stay up-to-date on policy developments, regulatory changes, and political events related to government contracting.
- Collaborate with colleagues to contribute to the overall political coverage of The Hill Times.
- Participate in editorial meetings and pitch story ideas that align with the publication’s editorial strategy.
- Maintain The Hill Times ethical standards for journalists.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years journalism experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, political science, or a related field.
- Proven experience in political reporting or investigative journalism, with a track record of breaking news stories.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
- A deep understanding of Canadian politics and government operations.
- Familiarity with government contracting processes and regulations is a plus.
- Willingness to adapt to new reporting technologies and tools.
- Mastery of CP style.
Why Join The Hill Times: At The Hill Times, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where creativity and innovation are celebrated. As a Political Reporter covering government contracting, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the way decision-makers perceive and understand the implementation of policy in this crucial area.
How to Apply: If you are passionate about political reporting and believe you have what it takes to excel in this role, please submit your resume, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience, and three writing samples to jobs@hilltimes.com.
Join us at The Hill Times and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality political journalism that matters.
The Hill Times strives to hire employees who come from the many diverse communities in Canada. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Application Deadline: November 3 ,2023