Editorial

• Identify newsworthy events and developments and have the ability to generate unique story ideas from them.
• Update and maintain a strong contact base.
• Efficiently improve newsgathering and investigative tactics to acquire information and story elements, such as developing relationships, cultivating sources and landing interviews.
• Develop and implement investigative angles to elevate story coverage.
• Ensure that in-depth research and investigation is done before conducting interviews.
• Ask probing questions during interviews that will assist you to hold those implicated to account.
• Secure exclusive interviews and access.
• Use visuals and pictures to create captivating scripts.
• Produce strong, original inserts.
• Provide direction in edit and on shoots.
• Submit scripts as per the deadline set by your manager.
• Write balanced, accurate and unbiased scripts.

Requirements

Qualifications

• National Diploma inJournalism/ Media Studies/ Communications/ International Relations/ Politics

Experience

• 2 years inInvestigative Journalism
• Driver’s License – Essential

Language

• English – Advanced

Technology Proficiency

• Microsoft Office Suite 

Technical / Job Specific Competencies  

• Building Trust
• Accuracy/ Attention to Detail
• Managing Conflict
• Risk Taking
• Stress Tolerance