Media24 is South Africa’s leading publisher with interests in digital media and services, newspapers, magazines, ecommerce, book publishing, print and distribution. It is part of Naspers, a multinational group of media and ecommerce platforms.
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The applicant should have notable investigation skills and abilities. The reporter must initiate investigations articles that will lead the print and online platforms and features on his/her own and in conjunction with other reporters in the newsroom. The successful candidate should be able to work across a variety of subjects, including governance, health, education, business and politics. He/she should also have a wide array of contacts across these key areas and a drive to consistently produce hard-hitting exposes and features which dominate the national conversation. The applicant will be expected to produce hard-hitting investigations content for both our online and print platforms.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Gather, write and present news reports.
Conduct ongoing research and news events.
Build up a network of contacts at the local and national level.
Liaise with colleagues, the news editor and the online editor about investigative news features and the best use of information.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Degree or diploma, preferably in journalism, is a strong recommendation.
At least 5 years' experience in a newsroom.
Proven experience and ability to write features, hard news, analytical journalism and revelatory reports
Computer skills
Valid driver's licence that should be older than two years.
SKILLS
The ability to withstand pressure from officials, politicians and large private companies.
Good grasp of SA politics, the private sector and the functioning of civil society.
Good grasp of journalism and the newspaper business.
The ability to focus, prioritise and think strategically.
Above-average ability to obtain and analyse information, to have insight into its core and to present it as a stimulating, cohesive report.
The ability to co-operate with graphic artists and page layout staff to present reports in a visually attractive and understandable way.
A good instinct for news, for law and justice, for ethical conduct and good judgement.
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