Associate Editor

National Observer

7d • CA$80,000 - CA$90,000 • Remote

About The Position

Canada's National Observer (CNO) is an award-winning independent newsroom that began in 2008 and launched its current publication in 2015. CNO is known for its excellent reporting and accountability journalism, particularly in covering Canada's changing climate, energy, and politics. The organization has received numerous awards, including a National Newspaper Award and a Michener citation. CNO investigations have led to significant outcomes, such as government resignations and exposure of systemic issues. The newsroom operates with a focus on impactful storytelling and has published over 35,000 articles. Recently, CNO launched Civic Searchlight and has been recognized with multiple journalism award nominations.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience in journalism
• Strong understanding of politics, climate change and disinformation
• Excellent editorial skills with a track record of impactful storytelling
• Experience in a leadership or management role
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and manage deadlines
• Ace headline, story packaging and copy editing skills
• Able to navigate a fast-paced work environment with flexibility, professionalism, and kindness

Responsibilities

• Manage reporters in the afternoons
• Supervise evening copy/newsletters
• Focus on writing compelling headlines
• Manage project budgets
• Negotiate freelance contractor agreements
• Manage editorial calendar, ensuring deadlines are met and quality is maintained
• Help design and implement CNO’s project work
• Fill in for EIC as required during vacations and sick days
• Find compelling visuals, improve photography photo editing tools
• Package stories for social media
• Provide vacation relief for editors and newsletter editor
• Recruit, hire and manage journalists and editors

Benefits

• Sun Life extended health package
• Employer matching RSP
• One month of vacation
• Personal and sick days
• Equipment budget
• Career development
• Mentorship
• Opportunity to take on a larger leadership role in the organization
• Conference and training support
• Subscriptions to other news sources and industry magazines

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed