The Assistant Editor Shall be in-charge of day-to-day work and editorial leadership on the coverage of Northern Africa and the Maghreb for NMG’s Africa news portal AND Africa newspaper pullout meant for international distribution.
 
Key result areas will include:
·   To develop innovative ideas and story angles from news events in Northern Africa and the Maghreb;
·   To liaise with and coordinate the work of NMG’s network of correspondents and bureaus in the region; and
·    To ensure NMG’s Africa portal is constantly updated with news and developments from Northern Africa and the Maghreb.
·    To write a blog and moderate online  discussions  on the region.
 
Skills, knowledge and experience requirement:
·    First degree in journalism, and any other degree with a diploma in journalism;
·    Must have been a sub-editor  or senior writer with a reputable media company for at least one year;
·    Have a multimedia background, or show aptitude to learn how to work with websites and video online;
·    Experience in a newsroom or media-related work outside Kenya, especially Northern Africa, will be an added advantage;
·    Be fluent and competent in English, and have a working knowledge of either French or  Arabic;
·    Demonstrate ability to lead a small multi-national team.