Telegram Operations Specialist at 9JaPicks

9ja Picks is a dynamic and innovative sports media brand focused on delivering engaging football content to international sports fans. Specializing in topics like the English Premier League (EPL) and Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL), the company creates content across multiple platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, Telegram, and video channels. With a remote and diverse team, it combines passion for football with a data-driven approach to content strategy, targeting younger audiences with a relatable tone. The company values collaboration, creativity, and a deep understanding of the sports culture in Nigeria and worldwide.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Telegram Operations Specialist

Location: Lagos

Responsibilities

• Manage daily posting, announcements, and community engagement in our Telegram channel.
• Create, schedule, and optimize promotional campaigns (polls, giveaways, contests, betting-related promos).
• Track results of promotions (engagement, clicks, conversions) and prepare simple weekly reports.
• Collaborate with the content team to ensure timely and relevant posts.
• Suggest new ideas to boost channel growth, engagement, and sign-ups.
• Monitor competitor channels and share insights with the team.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills and professionalism during the remote work setup/work-from-home
• Knowledgeable with local football and betting culture.
• Experience running or moderating Telegram groups/channels.
• Familiar with campaign tracking (Telegram analytics, link tracking, Google Sheets/Excel)
• With relevant experience in betting, sports content, or affiliate marketing.
• Applications with no experience in the above-mentioned field will be ignored

Salary
USD200 - USD300 / Month (NGN300,000-NGN465,000 approx.monthly) with performance bonuses.

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV/ Resume with an email letter highlighting their relevant experience and why they’re passionate about football content creation, including their X/Twitter account and other social accounts to: marie.hr@9japicks.com using "Telegram Operations Specialist" as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Portfolio/Work Samples: Include samples of your previous work or links to any content you’ve created (e.g., banners, posters, social media posts, etc) that demonstrate your expertise in football and betting content
• Early applications are encouraged.