Senior General News Reporter at Daily Maverick

Minimum Requirements

• Over 8 years of journalism experience;
• Journalism/tertiary qualification or equivalent experience;
• Exceptional news sense and editorial judgement;
• Exceptional writing skills and attention to detail;
• Insightful understanding of South Africa:
• Photographic/visual/multimedia skills an advantage;
• Impeccable general knowledge;
• Willing to travel;
• Willing to work some weekends and after hours when required;
• Able to work virtually;
• Driver’s licence.

Duties and Responsibilities

Job overview:

• To identify, initiate, investigate, research, and produce high quality, agenda-setting journalism for Daily Maverick’s online platform and its print publication, DM168.

The successful candidate will:

• Produce regular exclusive and investigative articles;
• Produce accurate hard news stories, including breaking news;
• Investigate and research original content and ideas for news stories, features and analysis;
• Generate and maintain a strong network of contacts covering various areas including politics, courts, business, environment and social justice;
• Deliver writing of a high standard that is engaging and clear;
• Adhere to deadlines;
• Mentor younger team members;
• Develop and manage a diary.