Farming Reporter

About Us: The Irish Examiner, part of the Irish Times Group, is Ireland's leading independent quality news publishing organisation.
We focus on providing quality journalism and content for our readers and media solutions for our clients.
The Role: Working under the direction the Irish Examiner's Farming Editor, the successful candidate will have a knowledge of and an interest in Irish agriculture and issues affecting farmers and their families/ businesses and preferably a track record in reporting and analysis across print and digital platforms.
Based in the Irish Examiner's offices in Cork, this role requires a high degree of flexibility, adaptability and an ability to produce first-class work in an accurate, timely and efficient manner to digital and print deadlines.  Applicants will be asked to demonstrate a high degree of personal initiative, excellent judgement and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team.
The role will have a requirement to represent the company at various agricultural events.
Desired Skills and Experience: Experience of print and digital reporting preferable Extensive network of contacts In-Depth knowledge of Irish agriculture and issues affecting farmers' affairs Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills Ability to represent the company professionally in various settings Benefits: Company Pension Contribution Income Continuance Cover Hybrid Working Sick Leave Pay Digital Subscriptions to Group Publications Bike to Work Scheme