• Role can be based at any of our regional bureaux in Victoria
• Ongoing, full-time role
• Salary commensurate with experience

The Role
We are looking for a Deputy Regional Editor based in regional Victoria to oversee regional editorial, management and organisational functions in line with ABC strategy to support the achievement of ABC News’ objectives.

The Job
In this role you will:

• Provide senior editorial leadership and judgement across all platforms for regional content to ensure the highest editorial standards are met in accordance with ABC Editorial Policies.
• Monitor and sustain editorial controls to ensure Regional content is aligned with ABC News’ strategy and objectives, as well as audience and community expectations.
• Collaborate with Editors to drive, develop and implement content strategies and initiatives that align with ABC strategy and supports the achievement of News’ objectives.
• Provide highly specialised feedback, support and leadership to the Editors and statewide radio programming teams to foster a culture of high-performance.
• Build a capable, motivated and skilled workforce by identifying learning and development needs of regional staff.

Position Description: 50062579 DEPUTY REGIONAL EDITOR.pdf

About You
You are an experienced leader with highly developed editorial skills, a passion for regional storytelling and a deep understanding of what matters to audiences.
You'll have:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, or significant equivalent skills, knowledge, and experience working in a media organisation.
• A proven track record at a senior level in content planning, development, production and delivery.
• Outstanding editorial skills and the ability to exercise reliable judgement under pressure.
• Highly developed relationship management skills, with experience in negotiating, influencing, and liaising with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders.
• Significant experience in leading teams, developing talent, and driving a high-performance culture.
• Demonstrated highly developed organisational, planning and communication skills, with the ability to prioritise and problem solve.
• ABC Values: Demonstrated personal commitment to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment, grounded in integrity and aligned with the ABC Values of aiming high, thinking differently, taking ownership, and delivering together.

 What we can offer you:

• 15.4% ABC Nominated Super.
• Paid parental, carer's and supporting partner leave.
• Salary packaging.
• ABC Mentoring.

About ABC News
Quality journalism, powerful investigations, outstanding production, and a collaborative, engaged and supportive workplace that offers opportunities and career development across regional and metropolitan Australia. Make a positive contribution to the national conversation, help set the agenda and build your skills, by joining Australia's most trusted and diverse news organisation.

More info: 
 In line with our focus on diversity and inclusion, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.

To request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or if you have accessibility requirements please contact accessibility@abc.net.au

 If you want to know more, please contact Toni Hetherington, Regional Editor, VIC on Hetherington.Toni@abc.net.au
We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.

For more information on working at the ABC visit abc.net.au/careers
 Applications Close: Sunday 14th June @ 11:55 pm