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About the role
Media Trust is a news organization covering politics, governance, national and international affairs, the economy, and public institutions. This role leads the Public Life desk, owning high-speed breaking coverage and structured depth journalism across multiple platforms.
What you'll do
Lead political and governance coverage across all platforms
Set agenda-setting priorities in coordination with the News Hub
Ensure exclusive reporting and authoritative content
Commission stories daily and structure them into waves of breaking news and deep analysis
Coordinate with Radar and Checkpoint teams to upgrade breaking stories and flag investigations
Prepare content for multi-platform adaptation including web, print, TV and radio
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 and deliver exclusive journalism
Experience managing complex reporting projects from conception to publication
Solid understanding of verification, risk management, and evidence-led reporting
Experience across digital, print, and broadcast workflows
Excellent commissioning and story development skills with strong planning abilities
For applicants in Nigeria
The listing indicates eligibility in Nigeria
Location is Abuja; timezone expectations are not stated explicitly
The listing does not specify contractor vs employee terms
The listing does not state pay currency or range
No visa or work-authorization notes are provided beyond Nigeria eligibility
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Your application goes straight to Media Trust, on their own hiring page.
