REPORTER AT NEWS CENTRAL | REPORTER JOBS IN NIGERIA

About Company:

This is News Central! We are not just another news channel; we are a megaphone for a people often unheard. Forget biased narratives and cookie-cutter stories – here, diverse voices take center stage, fearlessly reporting on what matters most. We challenge dominant narratives, analyse trends, reveal fresh perspectives and ignite conversations that can truly transform the society.

Job Description:

We are seeking a high-velocity and strategically elite Reporter to anchor our editorial engine across the critical hubs of Nasarawa, Zamfara, and Bauchi. In the complex and rapidly evolving information landscape of Northern Nigeria, success is defined by "Narrative Sovereignty", the ability to harmonize fragmented field data with the clinical precision required for Investigative Journalism, Human-Interest Storytelling, and Real-Time Breaking News. This role is designed for an "Information Architect" with relevant academic credentials who can blend "Editorial Grit" (navigating challenging terrains) with the "Analytical Agility" required to provide context to regional security, agriculture, and governance.

Requirements:

1. News Orchestration & Field Governance

• Coverage Sovereignty: Identify, research, and write high-fidelity news stories from assigned locations, acting as the primary "Source of Regional Intelligence."

• Inquiry Architecture: Conduct deep-dive interviews with stakeholders, community leaders, and officials, providing the "Structural Foundation" for balanced and objective reporting.

• Ethics Stewardship: Adhere to the highest standards of journalistic ethics and accuracy, ensuring the "Source of Public Trust" remains uncompromised.

2. Investigative Resilience & Contextual Logic

• Investigative Sovereignty: Uncover underreported issues related to security, economy, and social justice in Nasarawa, Zamfara, or Bauchi, acting as the primary "Source of Accountability."

• Multimedia Architecture: Capture high-quality photos and video footage to accompany digital and print reports, providing the "Visual Foundation" for modern storytelling.

• Trend Stewardship: Monitor local developments and emerging regional trends, maintaining the "Source of Strategic Foresight" for the editorial board.

3. Delivery Integrity & Network Power

• Deadline Sovereignty: File stories with millimetric focus on speed and accuracy, optimizing the "Source of Real-Time News Delivery."

• Network Architecture: Build and maintain an elite network of high-fidelity sources across various sectors, ensuring the "Source of Information Access" is robust.

• Communication Logic: Present complex regional issues in a clear and compelling manner, utilizing Journalistic expertise to maximize the "Source of Audience Engagement."

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Profile

• Education: Possession of relevant qualifications (Degree or HND in Mass Communication, Journalism, English, or related Liberal Arts).

• Experience: Relevant work experience in a newsroom, digital media house, or as a field correspondent.

• Technical Mastery: Proficiency in digital filing tools, basic photography/videography, and social media for news dissemination.

Core Competencies

• Linguistic Grit: Excellent written and oral English proficiency (Knowledge of Hausa or local dialects is a strategic advantage).

• Operational Sovereignty: Ability to work independently and maintain high-speed output in remote or challenging environments.

• Analytical Power: Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to synthesize complex political and social data.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@newscentral.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the email.