Job Opportunity: ASSIGNMENT EDITOR position available at Independent News & Media PLC in Addis Ababa. Communications, Media and Journalism jobs in Ethiopia are in high demand. Apply now through GeezJobs - Ethiopia's leading job portal.

JOB

• The successful applicant must be able to supervise and train reporters, handle the pressure of daily and weekly deadlines, and lead by example with top-notch writing and reporting skills.
  S/he must be proficient in reacting to and covering breaking news and also identify trends and write features in numerous business arenas.
• Applicants must have excellent sources and produce ground-breaking stories about the business sector, together with the reporters they work with. They source and assign reporters to various events and news leads; assist reporters in sourcing news leads and gathering information required to produce thorough in-depth articles; follow up on reporters' progress daily and ensure articles and feature stories are submitted before the deadline.
• The successful applicant assists senior editors in editing submitted drafts; pitch ideas for
  in-depth feature and agenda articles; have or develop an adequate understanding of the topics covered by the publication; and occasionally write and submit articles before the predetermined deadline.
• S/he is required to help improve journalistic and writing skills through feedback and discussion with editors; communicate with senior editors in a timely and efficient manner; file weekly story budgets; and give editors advance notices on stories in progress.

Work Arrangement:On Site 

Experience Level:Junior (0 - 2 years)

Open Positions:1 

Category:Journalism 

Salary:Negotiable

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold an undergraduate degree in journalism, communications, or other related areas in social sciences.
• Have at least one year experience in roles with a similar job description. 
• Demonstrate proficiency in written and spoken English. Adept in Amharic is an added advantage. 
• Time management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

How To Apply

Interested Applicants Meeting The criteria can apply through the Fortune Career Website ( https://careers.addisfortune.info ) . under the "Assignment Editor " slot.
You may contact the HR department at 011-416-3020 for additional information. or
submit applications in person at Independent News & Media Plc. on Tegene Bldg, 7th Floor (Beqlo Bet area Sierra Leone St. next to former Global Hotel).
LINK or https://maps.app.goo.gl/Xtg8q665gNZk75Zy8

*Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further screening and interviews. Female applicants are highly encouraged. *