Mail & Guardian
Mail & Guardian

M&G is hiring: Temporary general reporter

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The Mail & Guardian Online is looking for a temporary general reporter with an interest in tech, health and the environment. This is a junior to mid-level post that will report to the online deputy editor.

Purpose: To provide general daily news coverage in areas with a focus on health, technology, education, social media and the environment from now to November 2011.

Key performance areas

  • Break news stories where necessary

  • Write five to seven news pieces a week

  • Create accessible timelines, round-ups and “dummy’s guides” to complex stories

  • Write features and analysis where necessary

  • Create and pitch story ideas at daily diary meetings

  • Be able to work flexible hours, including weekends

  • Assist in the production of multimedia content where necessary

  • Interact with readers through comments, and maintain a strong online presence

    • Qualifications and experience
    Required:

    • Appropriate post-matric qualification

  • At least two years’ experience as a reporter

  • Must be willing to travel

    • Beneficial:

    • Online experience

  • A healthy contact book

  • A valid driver’s licence

    • Characteristics and competencies

    • Attention to detail

  • Self motivated and passionate

  • A highly effective communicator — both verbally and in writing

  • Works well under pressure

  • A confident individual, unafraid of enforcing deadlines

  • A team player

    • Applications should be addressed to Rowena Montsho
    Email address: hrofficer@mg.co.za
    Closing date: July 30 2011

    Only shortlisted applicants who meet the criteria will be contacted. If you have not received a response within 14 days of closing of the advert, please accept that your application was not successful.