Inclusive Economies Correspondent - TR Foundation at Thomson Reuters

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We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Inclusive Economies Correspondent - TR Foundation

Req #: JREQ161619
Locations: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Function: News & Editorial

Job Description

• We are seeking a talented journalist in Nigeria to join our award-winning news team and contribute to our Inclusive Economies pillar.
• You are able to cover issues ranging from socio-economic inclusion, sustainable business, ‘Just Transition’, race / gender / sexual orientation-based discrimination and its impact on economies, informal economies, new economic / business models and similarly related topics.
• You put people ahead of markets in your journalism.
• You are comfortable pivoting from writing an explainer on black markets, to reporting on the impact of war in Ukraine on food prices in West Africa, to how internet shutdowns hurt regional economies.
• You have excellent news judgment, are deadline driven and brimming with ideas. 
• You know how to write for digital audiences, always think of multimedia possibilities for your stories, and come to the table with innovative ideas for your storytelling. 
• Reporting from the ground in more than 70 countries, our global news team covers the new frontier of human rights. From investigating slavery in supply chains, to the human impact of climate change, to how data-driven technology and AI are impacting people, we report on challenges affecting fundamental human rights and freedoms. In a rapidly-changing world, we expose undiscovered issues and voices, and examine possible solutions to some of its most pressing and complex challenges. We adhere to the Thomson Reuters Trust Principles of integrity, independence and freedom from bias. All our news is distributed on the Reuters newswire, reaching an estimated daily audience of one billion readers.

About the Role
As our Inclusive Economies Correspondent, you will:

• Pitch, research and write deeply reported stories from West Africa covering socio-economic inclusion, fair labour, sustainable business and the impact of economic forces on ordinary people.
• Pitch and participate in creating visually rich multimedia stories
• Collaborate across our focus areas – Climate, Inclusive Economies and Tech & Society – to produce cross-pollinating stories
• Collaborate with social media team to create informative and engaging social posts
• Consistently meet deadlines and file concise, clean copy
• Develop and manage a network of contacts, expert freelancers, photographers and video journalists

To be our Inclusive Economies Correspondent, you will likely have:

• At least 5 years of journalism experience
• Sound understanding of global geopolitics and macroeconomics
• Expertise in reporting economic and social issues and their impact on people, particularly in West Africa
• Passion for covering under-reported stories, and for centering people, not markets, in your coverage. We particularly want to hear from communities whose voices rarely feature in international news. 
• Aptitude for identifying, understanding and explaining data-based stories
• Versatile and engaging writing style able to adapt to digital as well as traditional media audiences
• Familiarity with multimedia storytelling, including video and audio production and photography
• Strong understanding of social media and digital audiences
• Ability to meet deadlines 
• Legal right to work in Nigeria

What’s in it For You
At the Thomson Reuters Foundation, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:

• Global Perspective and Impact: Interested in working for a dynamic global organization with a focus on social impact? With hubs all over the world from Bangkok to Madrid to Rio de Janeiro, join a truly international team with a shared goal of helping to build societies around the world that are free, fair and informed.
• A Unique Approach: Our expertise in media and the law is world class; we combine the power of both to address the critical issues faced by humanity.
• Our Relevance: With a focus on advancing media freedom, fostering more inclusive economies and promoting human rights, our work has never been more needed than right now.
• Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market-leading benefits.
• Learning & Development: We are dedicated to the continual professional development of our employees and offer access to both in-house and external training opportunities.

Application Closing Date
10th August, 2022.