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Job Description: Journalist
Industry: Print Media
Location: Nairobi Kenya (with travel across Africa)
Salary: KESper month
Benefits:
- Endyear bonus
- Transport fuel or taxi allowance
- Medical insurance
- Airtime allowance
Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Journalist to join a print media team. The successful candidate will be responsible for writing compelling stories that are printed and circulated across 15 countries in Africa. The role requires a keen eye for detail exceptional storytelling ability and the flexibility to cover various topics including politics business/trade and culture with a focus on Kenya and Africa.
Client Description: Our client is a prominent subsidiary of a leading Englishlanguage newspaper in China. Established with the goal of fostering better understanding and cooperation between China and Africa it operates as a vital bridge providing comprehensive coverage of news culture politics and business from both continents.
Key Responsibilities:
- Write and deliver 30 highquality stories each week for the newspaper and social media platforms.
- Conduct thorough research and interviews following the guidance of the head office for story planning.
- Cover breaking news and emergency situations onsite across Africa.
- Maintain and foster good relations with research institutions think tanks government bodies and universities.
- Report on a diverse range of topics including politics business/trade and culture.
- Utilize multimedia skills to take photographs edit content and write articles.
- Perform administrative tasks when not in the field.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Journalism from an accredited institution.
- At least 1 year of experience in mainstream media.
- Physically healthy and capable of handling the demands of fieldwork.
- Demonstrated sense of responsibility and ability to handle pressure.
- Flexibility to travel across Africa and adapt to changing situations.
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
- Strong multimedia skills including photography and content editing.
- Ability to follow the direction and guidance of the head office.
Preferred Attributes:
- Proven ability to deliver highquality content under tight deadlines.
- Strong network and relationshipbuilding skills with key stakeholders in research government and academic circles.
- Enthusiasm for covering diverse and challenging topics.
How to Apply:
Excited about this incredible opportunity Take the first step towards joining a dynamic team by following these instructions:
Submit your updated CV and cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience.
Also state your availability and salary expectation.
Application Deadline: Friday 17th January 2025.
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Employment Type
Full Time
