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OP-ED Editor - Addis Ababa

Independent News & Media PLC

Posted: Oct 30, 2025

Full time

Career Level: Mid Level(3-5 years)

Salary:

Location: Addis Ababa

Deadline: Dec 01, 2025

Expired

Job Opportunity: OP-ED 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.

Work Arrangement: On Site

Experience Level: Mid-level (3 - 5 years)

Category: Journalism

Salary: Negotiable

INDEPENDENT NEWS & MEDIA PLC., is a publisher of the business weekly Fortune, reputable for its comprehensive coverage of business, investment, and economic issues across various platforms, including print, digital, video, and audio. Our commitment to delivering high-quality journalism is matched by our dedication to innovative design and compelling visual storytelling.

POSITION OVERVIEW: We are looking for a skilled OP-Ed Editor to join our editorial team. As a member of our editorial team, you will be responsible for managing the opinion articles, for both our print and digital outlets, alongside a staff committed to delivering quality content. You will also be responsible for curating and editing op-ed submissions, guiding contributors, and ensuring our section remains engaging and impactful.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Produce at least two articles of their own in a week.
Review submitted articles and edit them to uphold Fortune’s editorial standards.
Familiarize themselves with online and offline conversations on emerging issues.
Search, identify, recruit, and deploy opinion writers with insightful perspectives.
Constantly communicate with a diverse team of contributing writers, ensuring a timely article is submitted.
Make sure articles meet legal and ethical considerations while presented compellingly.
Collaborate with editors, photographers, designers, and cartoonists to maintain the integrity of content.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Journalism & Communications, English literature, Business Administration or Economics.
Proven success working in a deadline-driven, high-pressure and fast-paced environment.
Deep understanding of digital content consumption trends and strategies.
Fluent writing, editing and communication skills in the English language.
Attention to detail and critical thinking.
Well-versed with legal and ethical considerations in journalism.
Willingness to work flexible hours.

How To Apply

Applicants who meet the above criteria should apply through the Fortune Career website. https://careers.addisfortune.info under OP-ED Editor or submit in person at Independent News & Media Plc., on Sierra Leone St., Tegene Bldg, 7th Floor, adjacent to Global Hotel, Beqilo Bet area. For further information, you may call 011-416-3020.