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OP-ED Editor (Re-Advertised)

Addis Fortune

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Creative Arts

Journalism

Addis Ababa

1 years - 2 years

1 Position

2022-08-30

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2022-09-09

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Fields of study

Journalism, media studies and communication

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Job Description

Independent News & Media Plc, publishers and distributors of the largest English weekly in Ethiopia, Fortune, would like to offer the following career opportunities.

JOB PURPOSE

  • An adept editorial writer and opinion editor to lead and evolve and spearhead important content across multiple platforms with innovative, digital-first approaches. In addition to the weekly print publications, the ideal candidate serves readers across platforms, including our site, apps, newsletters, and social media accounts.

  • S/he manages a network of writers, including diverse contributors, experts in key areas of our coverage, and readers who want to be heard. The successful candidate is required to reimagine opinion sections while continuing to create a platform of strong debate and conversation on issues that resonate with our readers.

  • The ideal candidate with a deep understanding of how opinion content is consumed in the digital arena and be able to devise and implement a successful audience strategy, while also continuing to oversee strong print editions. The ability to identify, recruit and deploy opinion writers is essential, as is a talent for convening online and offline conversations and discussions on key issues. The candidate should have a strong understanding of legal and ethical considerations in keeping with the high standards upheld in the opinion pages.

  • Responsibilities include developing a diverse team of contributing writers that can be relied upon to weigh in, especially on significant news; knowing which stories are happening where and writing or assigning opinion counterparts in a timely manner; and thinking in multiple formats and working with editors, photographers, designers, and the editorial team members to ensure pieces from quick-hit op-eds to the high-impact enterprise are presented in a meaningful way.

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Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in journalism, English, communications, or related field preferred; demonstrated success working in a deadline-driven environment, and highly organized and detail-oriented with a proven ability to effectively juggle multiple tasks

How to Apply

Applicants who fulfill the above-mentioned criteria submit detailed curriculum vitae along with supporting documents/credentials accompanied by a cover letter addressing hr@addisfortune.net or jobs@addisfortune.net or submit in person at Independent News & Media Plc., on Sierra Leone St., Tegene Bldg, 7th Floor, adjacent to Global Hotel, Beqilo Be't area. For further information, you may call 011-416-3020.

Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further screening and interviews. Candidates MUST refer the position title on the subject line of their email and applications.

Fields Of Study

Journalism, media studies and communication

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