Leadership Newspapers is recruiting suitable personnel to fill the following

vacancies at their Abuja Office:


1.) Reporter


He/she will be responsible for researching and reporting news stories of local,

national or international interest. The ideal candidate will be required to

collect and analyse information about newsworthy events, receive assignments and

evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.


Requirements


A candidate may be considered for the position of reporter if he/she has an

HND (Lower Credit) or First Degree (Second Class, Lower) with one to two

years’ experience in a reputable media organization; though fresh candidates

may also apply.

Should have good writing skills, should posses numeracy and computer skills in

addition to any other requirement that may apply to reporting.


2.) Senior Reporters


He/she will be responsible for writing high- quality news and feature stories in

accordance with our house style. Good organisational skills are essential for

the role as is the ability to work well within a busy but vibrant team. He/she

will be expected to evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas;

gather and analyse information about newsworthy events.


Requirements


HND (Lower Credit) or First Degree (Second Class, Lower Division) in any

discipline with two years’ experience in a leading national paper; should have

good writing skills, possess investigative and numeracy skills; should be

resourceful and have good contacts.


3.) Correspondents


He/she will be required to gather information, prepare stories and write stories

that inform the public about local, state, national and international events;

present points of view on current issues; and report on the actions of public

officials, corporate executives, interest groups and others who exercise power.


Requirements


HND (Lower Credit) or First Degree (Second Class, Lower Division) in any

discipline with three years experience in a leading national paper.


4.) Sub-Editor


He/she will ensure that beats on his/her watch are optimally covered; ensure

that stories/features/ interviews/photographs or other graphic materials on the

pages used under his/her supervision are of high standard; initiate story/

feature ideas and follow-ups; maintain a high standard of ethics and discipline,

co-ordinate the reporters under him/her and provide direction.


Requirements


HND (Lower Credit)or First Degree (Second Class, Lower Division) in any

discipline with five years experience in a leading national paper.

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