Application deadline: Jan 2, 2025

Scroll is looking for a political correspondent with strong reporting, writing and analytical skills to join its award-winning team.

What the job will involve

Scroll is a small newsroom. Our reporters are expected to be all-rounders, playing multiple roles. 

It is a unique opportunity for a motivated journalist since the breadth of the role is very wide and the potential to make an impact in the Indian newspace high.

You will be expected to produce:

1. Quick but in-depth ground reports

2. Reports from Delhi/via phone

3. Analyses of political developments for readers

What you must bring to the table

We want you to be highly knowledgeable when it comes to Indian politics while having the ability to report from the ground as well as write lucid, analytical copy.

Some of the requirements are:

1. A deep understanding of Indian politics

2. A keen interest in following the news

3. Excellent writing and analytical skills

4. Ability to hit the ground immediately and report

5. Beat knowledge and contacts among parties and civil society, as well as an ability to quickly develop new contacts

6. At least three years of reporting experience. Preferably covering politics

7. Highly motivated. Scroll reporters drive their own work

8. Based in Delhi

Please submit your application to jobs@scroll.in with “Political correspondent” in the subject line along with four things:

1. A 300-word cover letter explaining why we should hire you

2. Your resume

3. A 600-word writing sample that analyses what you think is a major political development of Modi’s third term so far

4. Two ground report pitches related to Indian politics (from any state/multiple states)

Application deadline is Jan 2, 2025.