Senior Content Writer and/or Editor in Nigeria (Remote or Lagos) at Octopus Eagle Logistics Services

Octopus Eagle Logistics Services - We help some of the top companies hire exceptional candidates in tech and software.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Content Writer and/or Editor in Nigeria

Location: Remote or Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are a staffing agency based in Lagos and are currently hiring for some writer/editor positions for a career advising platform owned by our client.
• The ideal candidate would have a demonstrated ability to conduct research and experience of creating engaging content for diverse audiences. We will give more weight to work sames e.g. links to work published online.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality, engaging, and informative content across various topic areas in a concise and easy to read format.
• Conduct thorough research on a variety of topics, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand content needs and target audiences.
• Optimize content for search engines and user experience, adhering to brand guidelines and style standards.
• Edit and proofread content to ensure clarity, consistency, and grammatical accuracy.
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in content creation.

Requirements
Required skills:

• Exceptional Writing & Editing: Proven ability to craft engaging, clear, and concise content tailored to diverse audiences, with meticulous attention to detail and grammar.
• Research Expertise: Strong research skills to gather and synthesize information from various sources, ensuring accuracy and credibility in all content.
• Content Strategy & Adaptability: Ability to contribute to content planning, understand audience needs, and adapt writing style and tone to different audiences.
• Industry Background: Experience in research, career advising, education, consulting, or journalism, providing a strong foundation for creating authoritative content.
• SEO Fundamentals: Basic understanding of SEO principles and the ability to incorporate keywords naturally for improved content visibility.
• Time Management: Efficient in managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines without compromising quality.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.

Nice-to-have skills:

• Experience with online content creation (blogs, websites, social media).
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS).
• Collaborative writing experience and a portfolio (a list of links to published articles) showcasing writing versatility.
• Knowledge of content optimization techniques and digital marketing principles.
• Familiarity with graphic design or multimedia content creation.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours from home
• Competitive salary (150,000 - 260,000 naira) and other benefits
• Excellent learning opportunities.

Application Closing Date
15th November, 2024.