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The Globe and Mail Deputy Foreign Editor (Editorial) in Toronto, Ontario
Deputy Foreign Editor (Editorial)
Editorial, 351 King Street East,Suite 1600, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Req #330
Thursday, September 19, 2024
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
The Globe and Mail is a national icon and one of Canada's most recognized media brands. We proudly serve as a trusted destination for Canadians seeking the highest caliber of journalism, and we've garnered international acclaim for our data visualization, design, and creative storytelling.
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity by reflecting all Canadians in both the stories that we tell and the composition of our workforce. We are proud partners with organizations like Indigenous Works, Pride at Work, the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and we are a signatory of the BlackNorth Initiative. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, we offer flexible work arrangements and support programs. We also invest in our employees' growth through training and mentorship opportunities, enabling you to expand your skills and embrace new challenges.
No matter your position at The Globe, you'll be an integral part of an organization dedicated to making a positive difference in Canada. Join us.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Globe and Mail is seeking an ambitious editor to join our foreign desk and help guide our world news coverage. The Deputy Foreign Editor will work with the Foreign Editor and reporters around the world to determine which stories to cover as well as the best ways to tell them.
The ideal candidate is an excellent collaborator and communicator with strong editing skills who will offer fresh ideas on story angles and formats, be open to new ways of presenting our journalism, and advocate for the high-impact journalism that defines The Globe.
The role requires some flexibility in work hours, as we cover different time zones and breaking news. As Deputy Foreign Editor, you’ll be at the centre of our mission-driven journalism and help readers make sense of history as it unfolds.
RESPONSIBILTIES:
Assign daily and breaking news coverage
Brainstorm ideas and angles for world news coverage
Edit stories in a variety of formats
Collaborate with reporters and editors across the newsroom
QUALIFICATIONS:
At least five years working in daily news
Strong news judgment
Strong editing skills
Previous experience in a supervisory role is an asset
Previous experience working with a Foreign bureau desk is an asset
Ability to work some evening and weekend hours
This position is based in our Toronto office.
SALARY: This position is classified as an Assistant Editor in Group AA of theEditorial Collective Agreement (https://www.unifor87m.org/globe-and-mail) .
WHY CHOOSE THE GLOBE:
The Globe’s mission is to deliver essential content – news, information, analysis and insights – for aspiring individuals and strong communities. The Globe is committed to providing a respectful and inclusive workplace that upholds our values of integrity, collaboration, innovation and accountability.
As Canada’s most respected media brand The Globe is dedicated to making a difference to Canada and you can make a difference by working with us.
WE OFFER:
Competitive compensation to ensure we hire, retain and reward team members
Hybrid work environment that promotes work-life balance
Generous vacation and flexible work arrangements
Parental leave top-up
Competitive health and dental benefits
Defined Benefit pension plan
Annual wellness subsidy
On-site chiropractor and registered massage therapist
Employee and family assistance program
Free digital subscription to globeandmail.com and 40% off other Globe products
Education assistance for external training courses
SUPPORTING YOUR GROWTH:
We are committed to creating equitable opportunities for all employees, to enable everyone to reach their full potential. This commitment is embedded in our strategic plan and core values.
There are lateral and upward advancement opportunities for rewarding and developing careers.
We believe in mentorship and collaborative peer-to-peer learning and have both formal and informal programs in place to encourage knowledge-sharing.
We support continuing education and provide both internal and external opportunities for training and development.
VACCINATION POLICY:
All offers of employment with The Globe and Mail are conditional upon the candidate being Fully Vaccinated. To be Fully Vaccinated is defined as someone who has received the full series of a vaccine or a combination of vaccines accepted by the Government of Canada (currently Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Janssen) and has received the last dose at least 14 days prior to their start date. To prove they are Fully Vaccinated, all new hires will be required to provide evidence by emailing a copy of their vaccine dose administration receipt(s) to Human Resources prior to their start date. Those seeking exemption based on one or more of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code will need to provide their request for accommodation to Human Resources for approval. If the accommodation request is not approved and the candidate is not Fully Vaccinated, any offer of employment will be revoked.
THE GLOBE AND MAIL IS DEDICATED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACE
The Globe and Mail is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We believe this strengthens our business and our journalism. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all groups, regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, age, and physical ability. As required by the Federal Contractors Program, The Globe also tracks the proportion of staff in the four Employment Equity categories (Women, Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, and Members of Visible Minorities) to ensure we are reflecting the areas in which we work.
The Globe and Mail offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview, please advise us if you require an accommodation.
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Editorial, 351 King Street East,Suite 1600, Toronto, Ontario, Canada