Senior Political Reporter

Senior Political Reporter

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Senior Political Reporter Reference NumberREF#: JG35076

The Hill Times

Location: TownOttawa, ProvinceOntario

Posted: Posted DateNovember 9, 2026

Deadline: End DateDecember 6, 2026

SalarySalary: $50,000 to $60,000

Description

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Location:

• Ottawa, Canada. This role is based in-office in Ottawa; some remote work flexibility (up to two days per week) is currently available.

Compensation:

• $50,000–$60,000 plus benefits

About The Hill Times

The Hill Times is Canada's most influential political publication, providing timely and comprehensive coverage of the country's political landscape. We aim to inform, engage, and empower our readers with unique insights into Canadian politics.

The Role

We're looking for a dynamic, experienced political reporter to own the government contracting beat — investigating how government dollars are awarded and spent, and what it means for Canadians.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate, analyze, and report on government contracting processes and decisions, giving readers in-depth coverage of this crucial area of government spending.

• Develop a strong network of sources within government agencies, private contractors, and advocacy groups to break exclusive stories.

• Write engaging, well-researched articles on the impact of government contracting on Canadian society, the economy, and government operations.

• Write a weekly newsy column published as a newsletter, building a community of readers around this beat.

• Track policy developments, regulatory changes, and political events related to government contracting.

• Collaborate with colleagues on the broader political coverage of The Hill Times.

• Participate in editorial meetings and pitch story ideas aligned with our editorial strategy.

• Uphold The Hill Times' ethical standards for journalists.

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Qualifications

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• Minimum 5 years of journalism experience.

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, political science, or a related field.

• Proven experience in political reporting or investigative journalism, with a track record of breaking news.

• Strong research and analytical skills; excellent written and verbal communication.

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom.

• Deep understanding of Canadian politics and government operations; familiarity with government contracting processes is an asset.

• Willingness to adapt to new reporting technologies and tools.

• Mastery of CP style.

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Why Join The Hill Times

We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where creativity and initiative are celebrated. In this role you'll have real influence on how decision-makers and the public understand government spending.

The Hill Times strives to hire employees who come from the many diverse communities in Canada. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

How to Apply

Submit your resume, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience (and stating you found this job on Jeff Gaulin's Journalism Job Board), and three writing samples to:

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ContactTracey Wale

Contact CompanyHill Times Publishing Inc.

Contact Mailing Address200-246 Queen Street

Contact Town/ProvinceOttawa Contact Town/Province, ON

Contact Postal Code/CountryK1P 5E4 Contact Postal Code/Country, Canada

TelephoneTel: (613) 232-5952

E-mailE-mail: [email protected]

Company URLWeb address: http://www.hilltimes.com