Senior Reporter

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

• Seeking an experienced Senior Reporter to boost the reporting on the region
• The applicant must have strong research skills that will help produce watchdog journalism and uncover stories that contribute to the Eastern Cape’s greater good
• The senior reporter must use their judgment and experience to set the news agenda
  Only those that have the skills and resources to deliver hard-hitting news stories should apply
• The successful candidate will provide content for both print and online, and must be an active participant on social media, or at least demonstrate a working knowledge of digital platforms

Main Responsibilities/Outcomes:

• Produce well-written, relevant, and accurate and balanced news stories
• Produce exclusive accountability stories and investigative projects
• Establish and maintain communication with contacts with a view to sourcing stories
• Work to established style and deadlines
• Ensure delivery of high-quality stories
• Perform any other duty as is reasonably assigned by the news desk

Skills, Attributes and Attitudes:

• Be self-motivated with an ability to work within a team
• A valid driver’s license
• A good knowledge of the Eastern CapeÂ

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant Diploma / Degree in Journalism
• At least 5 years’ experience in Journalism
• Excellent news gathering, research and writing skills
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines
• Excellent communication skills
• Unimpeachable integrity
• A solid contact base in the political sphere
• Ability to travel and work irregular hours

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