Catholic Archdiocese of Adelaide Adelaide, South Australia, Australia2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsSenior Journalist – Catholic Archdiocese of AdelaideThe OrganisationThe Catholic Archdiocese of Adelaide is home to more than 250,000 Catholics representing more than 15.7 per cent of the population. The Catholic Church employs more than 10,500 South Australians working across its network of parishes, schools, and agencies providing aged care, health, and social services. The Church also has thousands of volunteers who assist and support their communities.Central to our mission is sharing the gospel message through various communication platforms, including the award-winning monthly newspaper, The Southern Cross.The RoleReporting to the Director of Communications, your primary responsibility will be to generate, write, and edit stories for The Southern Cross newspaper, which is available in parishes and schools in print and online. Currently, two editions per year are inserted in The Advertiser at Easter and Christmas to reach a wider audience.You will actively report on news and current affairs (including written stories, video content, and social media posts) relevant to the Archdiocese, with an emphasis on social justice and people living their faith.You will assist the Director in managing media queries and developing communication strategies for activities and programs in the Archdiocese. In the Director’s absence, you will act as editor of The Southern Cross.You will support diocesan agencies and ministries by producing content for their respective campaigns, including print and online promotions, and for diocesan pastoral initiatives, ministries, and events.This role is a four-day/week or full-time position based in the Diocesan Centre at 39 Wakefield Street, city.Key RequirementsYour extensive communications and media experience, exceptional work ethic, and interest in significant issues affecting the Church, as well as sound knowledge of the ethos and values of the Catholic Church, will be key to this role.Specifically, you will possess the following qualifications, knowledge, experience, and attributes:Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role covering traditional and social mediaEditing, subediting, and proofreading experienceAn ability to meet multiple demanding deadlinesMedia, communication, PR, or journalistic experience is essentialOnline and digital media experience and skills, with knowledge of WordPress preferredVideo, podcast, photography, and multimedia production skills would be highly desirableFor a confidential discussion or to request a copy of the position description, please contact Michelle Cini at recruitment@adelaide.catholic.org.auApplication ProcessApplications must include a Cover Letter addressing the above Key Requirements and a Resume and be sent to Jenny Brinkworth at recruitment@adelaide.catholic.org.au. Applications close 03 March 2025.It is a requirement that a Working with Children Check of all staff is undertaken prior to employment.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionMarketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
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