Senior Business Reporter – Dikgang Publishing Company t/a Mmegi

Dikgang Publishing Company t/a Mmegi would like to invite suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the above-mentioned position.

Main Purpose of the Job

To gather, research, analyse and produce economic, financial and business news and features related to Botswana and the globe on a daily basis

Main Duties

• To research, analyse and produce economic, financial and business news and features related to monetary, fiscal, macro-economic, corporate, labour, international trade, financial markets and consumer affairs
• To build up a top-quality and well-maintained sourcebook comprising highly sought after economic, financial and business personalities and commentators to aid in the production of exclusive, well-researched content
• To regularly identify, research and produce both print and digital content related to topical economic, financial and business issues
• To coordinate and lead the production of the Business Desk working in line with the strategy to produce premium content
• To provide assistance to the Editor in all aspects related to the efficient functioning of the Business Desk and its optimal output
• To provide guidance and leadership to junior reporters, interns and correspondents, including copy-cleaning/subbing, assignments and mentoring

Requirements

• A Diploma in Mass Communication/Journalism with proven professional certification in financial, business and economic content
• A minimum of ten years of experience as a Business and Financial reporter, a correspondent with reputable media houses
• Extensive and intimate knowledge of Botswana economic affairs and international trends in fiscal and monetary policy, global markets corporate issues
• Ability to work under pressure
• Experience in production via digital media and experiencing in working in digital products