OSV News Vatican Correspondent (Independent Consultant), Rom

OSV News is seeking a highly experienced Independent Consultant Vatican Correspondent and Analyst to provide coverage of the pontificate of Pope Leo XIV to an American and International audience. Must be a dedicated self-starter and a consummate professional who can work under pressure and in challenging and sometimes rapidly changing circumstances. Essential Job Functions: Provide daily coverage of the Vatican, specializing in news and analysis Report via multiple media channels, with a priority on writing Develop contacts and sources at the Vatican and globally, with a particular eye to the American Church and the Leonine pontificate Create, edit and publish a daily newsletter from the Vatican Post and assist in growing of social media presence for OSV News from the Vatican Post content to content sites Represent OSV News well as a member of the Vatican press corps Participate in a positive, faith-filled team-centric environment Adhere to the Catholic Media Association's Fair Publishing Practices Code Requirements: Bachelor's degree, with major in Journalism, Communications or English Detailed knowledge of the Catholic Church and the Vatican Proficiency in multimedia and social media reporting Ability to juggle multiple projects, priorities and deadlines Ability to thrive in high-speed, high-pressure environment Excellent time management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail Willingness and ability to travel and report from around the world Fluent in both Italian and English Experience working at the Vatican preferred Excellent writing and editing skills Ability to think creatively and independently Independent worker, but also thrives in a multidisciplinary team environment Minimum 5 years of experience Must be based in Rome, Italy To submit materials expressing interest in this Independent Consultant role, please visit: Apply tot his job