Digital Reporter/Social Media Officer at Royal Media Group

REF No. HRD/CD/DRSMO/01/2022

The job holder will be responsible for generating online news content for the Company. The ideal candidate will manage the Company’s Online News platforms under the Digital Sub-Editor. He/she will also provide news stories, features and other news related articles to strengthen the Company’s online news platforms.

The Digital Reporter/Social Media Officer role will include the following: –

• Aid in generating news stories for all online platforms
• Proof-read all online stories before submitting copy to the editor
• Update various news platforms with edited copy
• Acquire, verify & break news stories on all digital news platforms
• Champion convergence by liaising with Radio, TV, and Digital reporters
• Execute the online news agenda for the day
• Production of online multimedia content for all digital platforms
• Monitor traffic and feedback, using this data to improve digital products

Skills and Personal Attributes

• Must have excellent communication & writing skills in English, Swahili
• Knowledge of Dholuo will be an added advantage
• Must have strong analytical skills
• Understand media laws and ethics
• Must be self driven, assertive, punctual and organized
• Must have a nose for news and an understanding of how to package news for a digital audience
• Must have keen attention to detail
• Must have digital video production experience
• Must be able to manage social media accounts
• The ideal candidate must have a working knowledge of online technology and online news best
  practices and an appreciation of the business processes, protocols and controls
• Demonstrate a professional approach and appearance including enthusiasm, drive, commitment, honesty, trust and loyalty
• Must keep abreast of evolving trends through continuing professional education in the area of
  digital platforms

Academic and professional Experience

• University Graduate in Communication or another related field from a recognized University
• Over 2 years experience in a newsroom; one of which must be at a reputable organization under a digital editorial portfolio