PUBLIC LIFE EDITOR

About the role

The role leads Media Trust’s coverage of politics, governance, national and international affairs, the economy, business, justice, security, the environment, and public institutions. It focuses on high-speed breaking coverage and structured depth journalism within the Intake-Output system.

What you'll do

• Lead political and governance coverage across all platforms
• Set agenda-setting priorities in coordination with the News Hub
• Ensure competitive exclusives and authoritative reporting
• Commission stories daily
• Structure stories into sequential waves including breaking news, context, and deep analysis
• Prepare content for seamless multi-platform adaptation

What they're looking for

• Senior editorial leadership experience in public-interest reporting, long-form journalism, or current affairs
• Strong editorial judgment and ability to originate, shape, and deliver exclusive journalism
• Experience managing complex reporting projects from conception to publication
• Strong understanding of verification, editorial risk management, and evidence-led reporting
• Experience across digital, print, and broadcast workflows

For applicants in Nigeria

• The listing indicates location as Abuja with eligibility in Nigeria; confirm hiring region with the employer before interviewing
• The listing does not specify time zone expectations; confirm before interviewing
• The listing does not state contractor versus employee status; confirm before interviewing
• The listing does not state pay currency or range; confirm before interviewing
• Visa or work-authorization notes are not provided; confirm before interviewing