News / Features Editor at May Publishing

May Publishing Limited is a research, knowledge management and publishing firm, which has continued to pursue remarkable heights in the production, management and preservation of knowledge, in scholarly and strategic research and publishing, and in the development of high standards in literacy and learning through general interest works. With its excellent research-oriented publications and professionally articulated compendiums of biographies, autobiographies, corporate histories, and scholarly literatures, it has been distinguished for and committed to the digital documentation of knowledge and information that are essential to the high value-orientation and development of society. Through its cutting-edge research, professional editorial processes, and unique methods of harnessing and producing audience-compelling narratives, the firm has been assigned world-class projects from top-class individuals, corporate entities, and other states institutions, the depth of which has been attested by readers as appealing, engaging and significant to human, social and corporate development.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: News / Features Editor 

Location: Magodo, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated News/Features Editor to oversee, research, write, edit, and publish news stories and feature articles on our news platform, The Journal Nigeria.
• The ideal candidate should have a strong grasp of journalistic principles and editorial processes and the ability to manage a team of writers while ensuring accuracy, relevance, and timeliness in reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the creation and publication of news stories and feature articles.
• Ensure all content aligns with the publication’s editorial policies and target audience.
• Manage and guide a team of reporters, writers and contributors.
• Plan and coordinate editorial meetings to brainstorm, assign and review stories.
• Edit and fact-checked articles to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to ethical journalism.
• Research and identify current news trends, breaking stories and feature ideas.
• Uphold journalistic integrity, copyright laws and press regulations.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, English, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree or professional certification in journalism/media studies is a plus.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent news judgment and ability to identify compelling stories.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.
• Familiarity with content management systems and digital publishing tools.
• Knowledge of media law, ethics, and journalistic best practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Adaptability to evolving media trends and audience preferences.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in journalism, editorial management, or news reporting.
• Previous experience in a newsroom or media organization.
• Proven track record of writing and editing high-quality news and feature articles.

Remuneration
N200,000 - N250,000 / Month.

Application Closing Date
18th March, 2025.