Newsreader (Weekdays)
Te Tūranga – The opportunity
This is an opportunity to develop your skills and improve on your craft at a unique organisation. RNZ aims to develop a life-long relationship with all the people of Aotearoa by enriching, reflecting and connecting the communities of Aotearoa and the Pacific through informative, challenging and entertaining storytelling.
Te Mahi – About the job
We’re looking for a talented newsreader to present news, weather and sport across RNZ National programmes, primarily Checkpoint with Lisa Owen. This position involves shift work, but you will not be expected to work during the weekend.
Ōu Pūkenga – About You
Working as part of a team in a high energy programming environment, you’ll need:
- The experience to present live news bulletins on our platforms, with a strong engaging presence on air.
- The ability to gain an on-air pass at RNZ, with a broadcast quality voice, including strong Māori and Pacific pronunciation skills.
- The ability to be calm under pressure while working to tight deadlines.
- A strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail in your preparation and on-air delivery.
- A commitment to working rostered shifts primarily in the afternoon and evenings.
Ngā Hua - What we offer
- A welcoming and inclusive team/organisation
- Development and training opportunities
- Will match an employee’s KiwiSaver contribution up to 4%
- Comprehensive parental leave over and above standard legislation
- Comprehensive wellbeing support including access to a confidential support, guidance and counselling service
Te Ahurea – Our Culture
At RNZ we are committed to fostering an inclusive and constructive culture. This means creating a place where our people feel like they belong and can do their best work. We do this through our attitudes; Be Bold, Better Every Day and Extend Manaakitanga.
This is a permanent, part-time role based in Auckland.
Applications close: Sunday, 5 April 2026 unless filled prior.
To apply for this role please complete your application on our careers site, including your covering letter and a CV. If applying through Seek you will be able to view and download a copy of the job description for this role after clicking Apply.
If you'd like to speak to someone about this role, please get in touch with the recruitment team on jobs@rnz.co.nz.
RNZ is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and welcomes applicants reflecting New Zealand’s cultural and ethnic diversity.