Hausa News Casters at Quantum Expressions Media Consult Limited - Deloitte Human Capital Consulting

Deloitte Human Capital Consulting - Our client, Quantum Expressions Media Consult Limited, is Nigeria’s pioneering multimedia powerhouse leveraging cutting-edge technology, real-time consumer data, and modern journalistic methods to deliver on-demand, need-based content seamlessly across multiple platforms.

They have identified the need to recruit highly skilled, tech-savvy, and passionate professionals for its Visual Radio cum Digital Media powerhouse to support their strategic goals and objectives in the capacity below:

Job Title: Hausa News Caster

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Hausa News Casters will be responsible for the accurate, engaging, and culturally appropriate delivery of news and current affairs content in the Hausa language across various multimedia platforms. 
• The role will ensure the effective communication of timely and relevant information to the Hausa-speaking audience, maintaining journalistic integrity and upholding the standards outlined in the Hausa news and editorial guidelines of Quantum Expressions Media Consult Limited.

Core Responsibilities
Hausa News Presentation and Delivery:

• Present Hausa news bulletins, reports, and current affairs programs clearly and concisely in fluent Hausa across various platforms (on-demand video, potential broadcast, live streams, social media), adhering to established Hausa presentation style guidelines.
• Deliver breaking news and developing stories accurately and with appropriate urgency in Hausa, following established Hausa breaking news protocols.
• Maintain a professional on-screen or on-air demeanor that resonates with the Hausa-speaking audience, ensuring credibility and building trust.
• Adhere to assigned schedules for Hausa news broadcasts and be prepared to deliver news at designated times, following established Hausa broadcast scheduling procedures.

Hausa Script Interpretation and Comprehension:

• Understand and accurately interpret Hausa news scripts, wire copy translated into Hausa, and reporter briefings in Hausa, conveying the intended meaning and tone.
• Pronounce names, locations (including Hausa place names), and other factual information correctly in Hausa, utilizing Hausa pronunciation guides and resources.
• Condense and synthesize complex information into easily understandable segments for the Hausa-speaking audience, adhering to established Hausa news writing style guidelines.
• Maintain composure and clarity while reading Hausa scripts, even in the event of technical difficulties or breaking news updates in Hausa, following established on-air crisis communication protocols.

Live Reporting and Interviewing in Hausa:

• Conduct live interviews with Hausa-speaking newsmakers, experts, and members of the public in fluent and culturally appropriate Hausa, adhering to established Hausa interview guidelines.
• Provide clear and concise live reports from the field in Hausa when required, maintaining accuracy and adhering to safety protocols.
• Ask relevant and probing questions in Hausa during interviews to elicit informative responses for the Hausa-speaking audience, following established interview techniques.
• Maintain impartiality and objectivity during live reports and interviews in Hausa, adhering to the principles of balanced reporting.

Hausa Content Review and Accuracy Checks:

• Review Hausa news scripts and other content prior to broadcast or publication to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to Hausa editorial guidelines.
• Verify key facts and figures (including those specific to the Hausa-speaking context) using provided resources and databases, following established Hausa verification protocols.
• Identify and flag any potential errors, inconsistencies, or biases in Hausa news content, bringing them to the attention of the Hausa news producers or editors.
• Stay updated on current events and relevant background information pertinent to the Hausa-speaking audience to provide context and ensure informed delivery of Hausa news.

Qualifications
Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication, Theatre Arts, Journalism, English or related field

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 0 -3 years of experience as a news anchor, reporter, or presenter delivering news in Hausa for a reputable media organization

Professional Requirements:

• Membership in relevant professional journalism bodies is an advantage.

Knowledge Requirements:

• Thorough Understanding of Journalistic Principles and Ethics (Hausa Context)
• Strong Grasp of Nigerian Current Affairs and Politics (Hausa Perspective)
• Familiarity with Broadcast Standards and Practices (Hausa Language)
• Knowledge of Hausa News Production Workflow
• Awareness of Media Law and Regulations in Nigeria (Hausa Language Considerations)

Skill Requirements:

• Exceptional verbal communication and articulation skills in fluent Hausa.
• Strong on-screen or on-air presence that resonates with Hausa-speaking audiences.
• Ability to read and interpret Hausa scripts effectively.
• Proficient in using teleprompter and other broadcast-related technologies for Hausa language delivery.
• Ability to conduct clear and concise interviews in Hausa.
• Basic understanding of social media platforms and their use in news dissemination to Hausa-speaking audiences.

Personal Abilities:

• High level of integrity and credibility, particularly within the Hausa-speaking community.
• Strong sense of responsibility and accuracy in Hausa language reporting.
• Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure, especially during live Hausa broadcasts.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in Hausa and English.
• Professional and presentable demeanor that respects Hausa cultural norms.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: Quantum Expressions Media Consult Limited aims to be an Employer of Choice, providing equal opportunity for everyone regardless of their background, gender, race and other protected characteristics.