Jobs at Pulse NG

The role

• This position will be based in our Lagos office, reports to the Editor in Chief. KPIs to be met on a regular basis will be communicated.

Duties and responsibilities

• Collect, verify, fact-check and analyze newsworthy information thoroughly
• Create and deliver news stories (article, video and/or social posts) with the audience’s perspective in mind
• Proofread your work to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, grammar, etc.
• Work on assignments and investigate news leads/tips
• Contact, interview and research sources
• Maintain notes and audio/video recordings
• Collaborate with other reporters, video editors, social media managers, producers etc
• Stay up-to-date with the latest current events by properly monitoring news, attending events and building contacts and sources for use in future stories
• Attend press conferences, events, and file reports in a timely manner
• Develop and publish weekly reviews, opinion pieces and reports
• Edit and/or assist in editing and proofreading stories as assigned
• Ensure accuracy and consistency with the Pulse brand voice, and adherence to the Pulse Content Framework
• Ensure published stories are fully compliant with copyright laws and are not plagiarised
• Actively contribute to the success of the Content team by developing story ideas, sourcing exclusive stories, and making other innovative suggestions
• Actively identify, suggest and implement strategies to increase the readership and reach of Pulse
• Stay keyed into trends and the competitive landscape to ensure that Pulse as a media brand is always ahead of the curve
• Abide by the core principles of journalism, the code of ethics for Nigerian journalists, as well as worldwide journalistic ethics and standards.

Desired Skills & Experience

• A degree in Mass Communication, English, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in journalism.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Pulse is Africa’s leading innovative media company, informing and engaging Africa’s young audience -and providing expansive media reach and creative marketing solutions to partners.
• We run news websites and social channels and marketing and production across Francophone and Anglophone West Africa and East Africa.
• We are a platform leading in reach with our news and entertainment content - with millions of regular users per month. We are also a marketing partner, empowering brands with our expansive media reach and 360 degree in-house marketing solutions. Additionally, Pulse is the licensee publisher of the regional Business Insider Africa.
• We offer career opportunities for candidates from all backgrounds who wish to build a career in the Digital/ Creative/ Marketing/ Advertising industries. Our roles are typically in journalism, digital video production, digital marketing, design, client management, sales, and business development.

Job Roles

• As a Project Leader, you will be empowered to lead key strategic initiatives in a highly visible role, identifying areas for improvement, expansion or efficiency.
• You will help to drive progress and push projects to completion, working collaboratively with our different teams to execute against set goals that will impact our audience of millions and our clients and partners.
• We’re looking for curious, creative, versatile, enthusiastic and passionate candidates with relevant skills and an interest in building their career with a top player in the industry.
• You can apply to be a Project Leader with us to be based in any of our office locations - Lagos, Accra, Nairobi or Dakar. We are accepting and reviewing applications on a rolling basis.
• If you would like to apply, please submit your application using the form below. You will receive an email confirming that your application has been received..