Tuko Media is a subsidiary of the Genesis Group of Companies, a global web and mobile company that develops revolutionary digital solutions and fast-growing online platforms and in more than five countries across the globe.
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Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing team of business journalists.
Oversee daily business news coverage, ensuring that breaking news is covered promptly and accurately.
Monitor trending business stories and prioritise relevant, timely, and engaging news that resonate with our target audience.
Work with content planners and trackers to ensure that all important events are planned, analysed, and comprehensively covered.
Enforce high editorial standards, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and objectivity in all content to maintain the credibility of our business desk.
Help develop and execute a comprehensive business content strategy that covers a wide range of topics, including finance, technology, market trends, and industry news.
Assign and approve stories and periodically review the performance of business editors to ensure KPI targets are met.
Facilitate seamless collaboration between the business desk and other news desks and departments.
Build strong relationships with industry experts, news sources, and our business partners.
Represent the business news desk at major industry events and conferences.
Oversee the execution of TUKO's annual Business Leaders of The Year Awards project.
Requirements:
Degree or Diploma in Journalism, Media Studies, or a related field from a recognised institution
5 years of proven experience in business journalism, with a passion for writing business stories
Strong understanding of the business world, including markets and industry trends
In-depth knowledge of legal and ethical issues in business journalism, such as libel, conflict of interest, and privacy laws
Proven analytical and research skills, with the ability to gather, interpret, and present complex data in a clear and concise manner
Excellent communication and interviewing skills, both written and verbal
Strong professional network within the business community
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
Strategic thinking and analytical mindset
A self-starter with a strong desire for continuous learning and adaptation
Effective time management and organisational skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Reliable access to high-speed internet and a laptop (minimum Intel Core i3) for remote work
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