Senior National Reporter

Senior National Reporter REF#: JG34980 The NarwhalLocation: remote - anywhere in Canada, 0Posted: May 15, 2026Deadline: June 7, 2026Salary: $82,400-$93,266DescriptionAbout The NarwhalThe Narwhal is an award-winning online magazine that publishes in-depth and investigative journalism about the natural world in Canada.Think of us as part newsroom, part non-profit and part startup. As a non-profit, reader-funded news organization, our goal isn’t to sell advertising or to please corporate bigwigs — it’s to bring evidence-based news and analysis to the surface for our readers. We’re part of a revolution in public-interest journalism that is reinvigorating the relationship between readers and the journalists who work on their behalf — and we want you to join us.About The RoleLocation: Anywhere in Canada, remoteHours: 37.5 hours/weekSalary: $82,400-$93,266.67 FTEType: Full-time, permanentStart date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026Application deadline: Sunday, June 7, 2026The Narwhal is hiring a Senior National Reporter to pursue ambitious journalism about the natural world in Canada.We’re looking for someone who is excited to produce high-quality journalism with a national lens — whether that means following federal policy decisions, investigating powerful institutions, keeping an eye on industry influence or bringing readers into places and communities they wouldn't otherwise get to know.This is a role for a reporter who can move between investigations, narrative features, analysis and news to produce stories that might otherwise go untold. You should be comfortable reporting across multiple formats, meeting deadlines, filing freedom of information requests, cultivating long-term sources and collaborating with our audience team to make journalism that is rigorous, accessible and makes more people want to engage with The Narwhal across platforms.The ideal candidate has at least eight years of reporting experience and a strong track record of telling complicated stories beautifully and with care. You have a firm grasp of environmental issues, Indigenous Rights in Canada, resource industries and climate science — and how those issues are connected with communities and everyday people. You also bring a strong understanding of federal policy related to the environment, climate change, biodiversity, agriculture and development, as well as the relationships between Canada’s federal government and the provinces, First Nations, Inuit and Métis governments and communities, the United States and other international players.Beyond reporting, you're looking to positively contribute to a collaborative newsroom, acting as a mentor for other reporters, providing guidance, sharing knowledge, supporting team processes and upholding The Narwhal’s values. The right person for this role will be committed to a high level of responsibility and demonstrate clear leadership.Responsibilities ReportingResearch, develop and produce high-quality journalism, including long-form features, news, investigations, video and other multimediaExhibits a mastery of a specific beat(s), superior judgement and ability to break stories and get scoopsConsistently produce a minimum of three published pieces per monthDeliver impactful in-depth reporting, including at least six investigations and/or on-the-ground stories annuallyManage multiple leads and assignments, prioritize effectively and meet deadlinesGenerate original story ideas aligned with editorial priorities, while also enthusiastically taking on assignments from their bureau chief and other handling editors Contribute to cross-team projects or cross-newsroom collaborations or co-publicationsUse freedom of information systems and public data to support reportingBuild, develop and maintain a network of diverse sourcesKeep organized records of reporting materials and files in designated team foldersCoordinate with photojournalists, including on travel for reporting tripsAttend in-person conferences, legislative sessions, press conferences, interviews, etc., as requiredEnsure reporting is factually accurate and meets legal and editorial standardsSource images and load articles to the website, as required Impact and audience growth Produce reporting that consistently delivers exceptional impact, such as: use by experts; republication; collaboration with other media outlets; invitations to panels and broadcast shows; policy discussion and changeSupport audience goals and engagement initiatives, newsletters, including webinars, member and community events Team building and leadershipProvide mentorship and guidance to other reportersShare knowledge, tools and reporting best practices with the team, including occasionally leading staff workshops and trainingFoster a collaborative work environment by sharing ideas and credit generouslyLead and support team processes and internal systemsStay updated on journalism best practices and industry standards, pursue ongoing professional development, sharing insights and recommendations to improve team and editorial processesProvide editorial support in the absence of a bureau chief, as requiredQualificationsMinimum eight years of reporting experience or equivalentDemonstrated experience in investigative and field-based reportingExperience reporting on climate, environment, energy, biodiversity, Indigenous Rights, conservation, land use or related topics Extensive experience reporting in and about diverse or underrepresented communities Extensive experience producing stories that incorporate multiple perspectives and avoid binary framingExperience working in a collaborative newsroom, including remote and cross-functional teams Knowledge, skills and abilitiesStrong writing skills across news, features and investigative workStrong research and investigative skills, including freedom of information processes, data analysis and public records research Demonstrated success building and maintaining a source network, with an emphasis on diversity across geography, lived experience and backgroundStrong understanding of environment, climate, biodiversity, energy and policy issuesStrong understanding of federal environmental and climate policy, and the relationships between Canada’s federal government, provinces, First Nations, Inuit and Métis governments and communities, the Unites States and international playersWorking understanding of Indigenous Rights and issues and a demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and relationship-based reportingFamiliarity with solutions journalism and trauma-informed journalism practicesDemonstrates a mastery of The Narwhal’s style of journalism, editorial focus and tone, including “complicating the narrative” and reporting that bridges divides of all varietiesStrong communication, organization and time management skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a collaborative, distributed teamProficiency with digital newsroom tools and content management systemsExperience providing mentorship to peers and less experienced journalists Demonstrates an understanding of how reporting supports The Narwhal’s non-profit funding model and related audience goalsWorking conditionsWork schedule may vary including occasional evenings and weekendsRegular travel required, including overnight and to remote locations. The successful candidate should have reasonable access to a major airport to support reporting travel across Canada Work will involve field reporting, events and time-sensitive assignmentsWe offer the following benefitsGroup health, vision and dental benefits and a health spending accountA flexible workplace with a vibrant, collaborative cultureWork-from-home stipend or from a shared office in Victoria, Vancouver or TorontoEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)GRSP base contributions after three months20 vacation days per year, your birthday off10 personal days per yearOrganization-wide holiday shutdownProfessional development opportunities and fund When it comes to compensation, research shows wide disparities in how candidates negotiate, which is partially responsible for wage gaps between groups of people. At The Narwhal we have a transparent and competitive salary grid for our entire team. We developed this approach because we wanted to remove the guesswork around compensation and put everyone on an equal footing. The posted salary range is in line with our grid and is not negotiable.How To ApplyPlease submit a cover letter, résumé and three samples of your work by Sunday, June 7th 11:59 p.m. PT, at the latest, via our Bamboo page. Please state in your application you found this job on Jeff Gaulin's Journalism Job Board. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at hiring@thenarwhal.ca.Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.The Narwhal is working to build an inclusive and equitable team that reflects the communities we serve. People who identify as being from marginalized communities, including Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people identifying as 2SLGBTQ+, and people from low-income backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply. Disability-related accommodations are available for candidates taking part in our hiring process. We will ask candidates selected for an interview about any accessibility needs ahead of the scheduled interview.What To ExpectSelected candidates will be invited to a phone interview the week of June 14thSelected candidates will be invited to a first-round interview by mid-June. Following that, there will be a paid assignment, and final candidates will be invited to a second interviewThe hiring committee will consist of three interviewers in each sessionAll interviews will be conducted online via ZoomThe start date for this position is October 13, 2026Kyla FitzgeraldThe NarwhalSuite 634, 185-911 Yates St.Victoria , B.C.V8V 4Y9 , CanadaTel: (250) 743-6316E-mail: hiring@thenarwhal.ca