Editor at a Reputable News Publication Company

We are a soon-to-launch, premium online general interest news publication that covers the business side of all subjects in Nigeria and Africa in general. We are assembling a group of young, highly skilled and well-motivated team players who want to be game changers. Candidates should be able to prove they have a nose for news - finding original stories a breaking news.

Job Title: Editor

Location: Lagos

Job Responsibilities

• The editor will be responsible for the delivery of world class relevant content for our readers.
• Success will be measured by audience development and engagement. For example, performance metrics for the web will include: unique user, page impressions/users and time spent/users.
• The ideal candidates must take charge of three key areas content management.
• Audience development and staff management.

Requirements

• Relevant journalism experience, with strong analytical, creative organisation and interpersonal skills.
• Candidates must possess proficiency in modern, digital journalism.
• Experience as a line editor in a mainstream newspaper is an added advantage.
• A robust network of news sources is essential, as well as a good presence on social media.

Remuneration
Competitive and influenced by your experience level of education and job description of successful applicant

Application Closing Date
18th December, 2014

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their cover letters, CVs and applications to: [email protected] with the position applied for as the subject of the e-mail.