The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It's why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It's why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it's why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it's worth paying for. Job Description We are looking for a reporter/researcher to join our bureau in Johannesburg, who will produce original work from southern Africa on a broad range of themes, including climate, politics, inequality, and geopolitical tensions. The primary responsibility will be to assist the bureau chief in reporting and writing, with an emphasis on supporting the accuracy and breadth of Times stories. In this role you will help to cover the story of South Africa, including its domestic challenges and role across the globe. You will cover the news accurately and efficiently for The Times's wide range of media, including online, print and audio. The job includes obtaining information through interviews, on-site reporting, research, and news services, and working with other reporters and stringers. As a reporter/researcher you will ascertain and evaluate the facts relevant to the assignment, presenting work clearly and in conformity with style, length or other requirements. You will revise copy as additional newsworthy material is received. This role will also be required to discover and cultivate news sources and contacts; and follow news trends closely, including providing a weekly roundup of news stories to the bureau chief and other Times journalists. The ideal candidate will be well organized and a self-starter. Main responsibilities: Work closely with the bureau chief, correspondents and editors to identify, research and write high-impact stories accurately and efficiently Present facts and analysis in clear written or other form and in conformity with style, length and other requirements, and develop high-impact stories from the broader themes that underpin incremental news developments Cultivate and maintain sources and contacts, especially for news related to the region Monitor current events across local news media, and provide updates and briefings for our correspondents and editors Obtain information through interviews, observations and research. Conduct interviews with sources, both independently and sometimes in collaboration with correspondents, in Johannesburg and on reporting trips in the region Provide translation from various South African languages to English and vice versa for correspondents and other journalists Monitor social media, traditional media and trends for story ideas, and to aid reporting Other tasks as required by newsroom management Our ideal candidate would have: Strong writing ability Newsgathering skills, including use of social media News judgment and knowledge of world affairs Facility with content management software Familiarity with research tools such as Factiva and Nexis, and ability to analyze data Fluency in English is essential, with proficiency in other South African languages preferred This is a full-time role reporting to the Bureau Chief, Johannesburg. Please note that although the working days for this role are usually Monday to Friday, you must be able to work occasionally on some Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, when news demands. The New York Times is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that reflects the varied global community we serve. Our journalism and the products we build in the service of that journalism greatly benefit from a range of perspectives, which can only come from diversity of all types, across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. Achieving true diversity and inclusion is the right thing to do. It is also the smart thing for our business. So we strongly encourage women, veterans, people with disabilities, people of color and gender nonconforming candidates to apply. The New York Times Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. The New York Times Company will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email ****** . Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response. The Company will further consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable "Fair Chance" laws. The New York Times Company follows the pay transparency and non-discrimination provisions outlined by the United States Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs. Click here for details.About Us Help shape the future of The New York Times Whether it's bringing new truths to light through reporting, optimizing products and formats to deliver a world-class digital and app experience, or analyzing data to better understand how we can best serve our readers, Times employees are part of a growing, unified team that is driven to build the best destination for journalism in the world. That's always been the case, but it is especially so today. In a time of uncertainty we've provided information and guidance to help readers navigate daily life — whether it's understanding health risks or getting advice on staying sane and productive at home. This would not be possible without our journalists, data scientists, marketers, designers, engineers, project managers and many, many more. Home to world-class talent To create journalism and supporting products that stand apart, we must recruit the finest talent in the world. Journalists, data designers, videographers, agile marketers, art directors, and many others, we're looking for people at all stages of their careers to bring different perspectives and practices to our teams. Together, we can make our journalism more insightful, meaningful and essential to the daily lives and understanding of people around the world. If you see a job opening here that might be a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. If you are an active employee at The New York Times or any affiliates, please do not apply here. Go to the Career Worklet on your Workday home page and View "Find Internal Jobs". Thank you! #J-18808-Ljbffr
