Article and content creator & re-writer

Num. of articles: 4
Words per article: Various
Information for the blog/website: Niche topic blog, NOT 'XXX' related but 18+.
Topic: News related to website
Tone: Informal/Casual
Outline & Structure: I am seeking an article creator and re-writer on a trial basis with intention of offering a full time role.

What is required:
I require a competent candidate to provide consistent articles and news stories which are related to the website. Extensive research into news stories and topics would be a bonus however not required for this temporary position.

The articles will be mainly news stories and articles from reliable news outlets re-written in your own words for submission to the website.

Articles must be in your own words and written in a news format. There is no minimum word count and no maximum.

Frequency:
We are looking for 4 articles per month (1 a week if you wish).

The website:
The website is a niche website focussing mainly on narcotics, drug users and legal highs. The website hosts many stories of drug use, drug busts and information on legal highs. The website tries to promote harm reduction and avoid scams.

Articles will related to these topics - very easy almost everyday there is a news story related to a drug bust or another country legalising cannabis for example.

Delivery:
Stories will be delivered via e-mail, Eventually stories will be submitted by yourself from the website.

Prospects:
If we are happy with you and your work we would be interested in offering you a 1 year position. The frequency and quantity of articles are likely to increase but so would the pay.
Extensive research needed: no
Extra notes: In all this is "easy money" for someone who can spare a bit of time once a week. After a few articles you will find out about good places to get stories from and search for new topics.

We can supply some good sources which previous writers have used in the past for content if you require.