Journalist

Job Brief

Journalist

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough research to identify and report on significant news stories.
• Gather, verify, and analyze data to ensure factual accuracy.
• Interview key individuals, including witnesses and sources, to obtain firsthand insights.
• Craft well-structured and engaging articles based on findings.
• Maintain an awareness of audience perspectives and interests.
• Be on the ground to cover breaking news and important events.
• Investigate leads and follow up on news tips.
• Uphold journalistic integrity and adhere to ethical reporting standards.
• Maintain detailed notes and audio recordings for accuracy.
• Collaborate with editors, journalists, and media producers.
• Build and sustain a network of contacts and sources for future reporting.
• Stay up to date with current affairs by reviewing news sources and attending key events.

Requirements & Skills

• Proven experience as a

  Journalist

  or

  Reporter

  with a portfolio of published work.
• Strong ability to meet deadlines and fact-check information rigorously.
• Up-to-date knowledge of current news and global affairs.
• Proficiency in digital tools, including

  MS Office, web research, digital editing, and databases

  .
• Excellent communication and networking skills with the ability to extract crucial information.
• Strong observational and analytical abilities.
• High ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism.

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.

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