Job Description
The Correspondent will be a field Reporter whose responsibilities will be the gathering of relevant news materials for the publication.
The ideal candidate will be someone with an ear to the ground and a nose for news who can smell news from afar.
The candidate should have sound writing skills with clarity of mind.
He/She should have understanding of the workings of a modern newsroom, and what constitute news.
The ideal candidate should be versatile and has the ability to do cross beats (she can cover business, as well as politics, and even entertainment).
The ideal candidate should be an all rounder news person.
Responsibilities
Report and write news stories for publication on the site
Research and analyze background information related to stories in order to provide accurate and complete information
Gather information about events through research, interviews, news, sports, political events etc
Investigate and report breaking news
Research and report on specialized fields like science, medicine, technology, sports, religion etc
Discuss issues with co-editors in order to establish priorities and positions.
Qualifications
A First Degree in Mass Communication, English-Language, History, Political Science or Sociology would be preferred.
However, candidates with backgrounds outside communication disciplines but with relevant media reportorial experiences and hands-on skills in journalism are encouraged to apply.
A second degree will be an added advantage.
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