This position entails gathering, validating, and crafting news articles for a digital platform curated by seasoned journalists. Applicants should demonstrate a strong passion for Nigeria’s unfolding developments, coupled with the adaptability essential to a modern newsroom reporter.
Responsibilities
Collect and authenticate news stories to ensure their accuracy and credibility before publication.
Craft articles with precision and refine them independently before publication to ensure clarity, accuracy, and adherence to editorial standards.
Stay informed about key figures, emerging trends, and current events in Nigeria.
Engage in event attendance and facilitate interviews, ensuring comprehensive data collection and insightful participant interactions.
Create and update website content employing platforms such as WordPress.
Enhance the visibility and engagement of content through strategic optimization for search engine optimization (SEO) and social media channels.
Seeking a highly skilled professional with a minimum of five years of relevant experience in the designated field, along with a proven track record of delivering results. The ideal candidate must possess strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Proficiency in industry-specific software and tools is essential, as is the capacity to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are required to effectively convey ideas and collaborate with stakeholders. Educational qualifications in a related discipline are preferred, and relevant certifications may be advantageous. A commitment to continuous learning and professional development is expected.
Fluent and precise command of the English language is essential.
Accomplished in collecting and refining stories to ensure clarity, accuracy, and engagement.
Possesses a comprehensive understanding of up-to-date news stories and emerging industry developments.
Proficient in utilizing computer applications, including MS Office, WordPress, SEO tools, and web search platforms, with a high level of competence.
Proficiency in AI-powered tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Grammarly for content creation and editorial tasks is a valuable asset.
Maintains an active and engaging presence across various social media channels.
A minimum of one year’s experience in reporting for print or digital journalism is required.
The position requires availability to work on weekends and public holidays as needed.
A minimum qualification of an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) is required.
Location Advantage
Residing in proximity to Anthony Village, Lagos, would be highly beneficial.
Submit your curriculum vitae, links to your professional social media profiles, and a cover letter detailing your qualifications for the role to editor@qed.ng.
Qualifications
OND
Experience Required
1 year
