Independent Newspapers KwaZulu-Natal has an exciting and challenging vacancy for a News Editor on the Sunday Tribune.
This highly motivated person would have an overview of all content, ensuring the correct fit of stories to the title, driving quality through the management of a team of writers and promoting collaborative decision-making.
The successful candidate would be responsible for the newsroom and would:
* Ensure that the needs of the title are met with quality copy through close communication and understanding of the requirements and strategies of the title;
* Be responsible for the good governance of the writing team and the management of writers - including overseeing coaching, mentoring, training, work performance, morale, recruitment and disciplinary procedures;
* Make sure the department is focused in its efforts, doing away with duplication and wasted efforts;
* Direct, co-ordinate and be responsible for the news gathering operation - taking a holistic view of outputs from the writing team; and
* Be responsible for all diaries and planning.
Further to the above this highly experienced journalist should meet the following criteria:
* Have nine years newsgathering experience, 4 of them in a managerial position
* Have a thorough understanding of every aspect of journalism
* Be highly motivated, proactive and empathetic;
* Have good interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a team;
* Have good planning and organisational skills;
* Have an understanding of HR and IR issues as they affect staff; and
* Be willing and flexible enough to work long and unpredictable hours.
Independent Newspapers is committed to its Employment Equity and Affirmative Action plans. All interested and suitably qualified applicants should submit a written application and detailed CVs via post or email vacancieskzn@inl.co.za by no later than Friday, April 16th, 2010 at 16h30 to:
Attention: Hajra Johns
HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
HUMAN RESOURCES
INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPERS
P O BOX 47549
GREYVILLE 4023
Source: IOL Jobs
