The Content Editor is expected to be self-sufficient and self-driving individual contributor who is able to manage and contribute to the large content pool of the News App. He/She should have a sensitive nose to news and discover the viral and most updated news for the integrated platform. Previous experience with Opera mini and media houses like Nation Media and Standard Group will be given priority.

Key Responsibilities:

1. News-enthusiastics with a good understanding of news products and news app on market. Have an eye for viral content in Africa and the world and able to manage hot topics real-time;


2. Assist Product and Operations manager with daily news censoring, news testing and product system management.


3. A master of WordPress and other editing tools; Able to produce content in a variety of forms and sensitive to current social issues.


4. Secure data sources from demographically aligned partner databases, have some basic sense of data analysis, able to use Google analysis.


5. Work closely with China’s News Production Team to develop/discover popular news content;


6. Establish a local vision for future of Africa News development and ensures it is cascaded through performance management and development processes.

 Job Specifications & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (Journalism or Mass Communications majors preferred) with at least one year’s experience in content operation, good knowledge of news products, websites, etc. Experienced content specialists are considered with priority.


• Cultural sensitivity to regional differences in emerging African continent. Always sensitive the next Big Story.


• With remarkable news sense plus content sensitivity. Able to work under pressure and perform well under tight KPI requirements, able to work efficiently in a high volume environment.


• A frequent App user with excellent computer skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills required.


• Diligent and aggressive, a quick learner with an excellent working attitude and teamwork spirit.

Submit your CV before close of business 31st May, 2019.

NB: Clearly indicate the position applied for and expected salary on the CV.

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