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Scandinavian reporter

Status: Open

Type:
  • Employment

Organisation: Investigate Europe (IE)

Deadline: Ongoing

Location: Remote (Europe-based)

Investigate Europe is seeking a dynamic and experienced Scandinavian reporter with a focus on Norway and the surrounding region. The ideal candidate has exceptional investigative skills, deep knowledge of Norwegian politics, defence, and legal systems, and experience producing high-quality investigative journalism.

Key Responsibilities
  • Produce investigative scoops and mid- to long-term cross-border stories, revealing challenges in Norway and the region.
  • Build and maintain an extensive network of local, national, and global contacts and sources.
  • Collaborate with Norwegian national outlets and regional media to strengthen coverage.
  • Develop strong relationships with community groups, stakeholders, and media outlets to report underrepresented stories.
  • Work with editors and audience engagement teams to create multimedia content, social media reporting, and outreach strategies.
  • Collaborate flexibly with cross-border investigative teams across Europe.
  • Represent Investigate Europe at external meetings and partnerships as needed.
  • Identify opportunities for organisational growth and improvement.
Skills & Experience
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in investigative journalism, news, or long-form reporting.
  • Proven ability to generate original story ideas and present them in digital formats.
  • Strong understanding of national and European audiences.
  • Excellent time management, self-motivation, and ability to work independently.
  • Knowledge of media law and its application in reporting.
  • Experience in EU affairs.
  • Fluent in Norwegian and English (additional European languages a plus).
  • Strong investigative skills with a track record of scoops and in-depth analyses.
  • Expertise in using documents, data, and journalistic tools.
  • Ability to communicate clearly in audio, video, and social media formats.
  • Knowledge of and ability to report on other Nordic countries is a plus.

Deadline: Position open until filled (interviews begin early November)

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