Graphic Ghana June 2017 Jobs

The Daily Graphic is a Ghanaian state-owned daily newspaper published in Accra, Ghana.

The paper was established along with the Sunday Mirror in 1950, by Cecil King of the London Daily Mirror Group. With a circulation of 100,000 copies, it is the most widely read daily newspaper in the country. The paper has seen a large number of editors replaced over the course of its history, particularly post-independence, after a string of successive military coups that resulted in the sacking editors who opposed the government policies. In 1979 the newspaper was renamed the People’s Daily Graphic under Jerry Rawlings for a few years to remind the people that it belongs to them.

Job Description

Job Title: Special Correspondence (Investigative Desk)

We are looking for an experienced, dynamic and results in oriented journalist with good team-playing and excellent editorial skills to fill the following position:

SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT (INVESTIGATIVE DESK)  

Collect, write and prepare a variety of stories for inclusion in the newspaper and graphic online both in general areas and areas of specialization.

Key Accountabilities 

• Thoroughly research and investigate news stories for publication
• Select stories to follow either with a general flavour or from an area of specialization when not assigned by the News Editor
• Collect information necessary to compile the story/stories, for example by going out into the field and conducting interviews or doing desk based / web based research
• Compile stories ready for submitting – Edit prior to submitting and proofreading when required
• Work in groups on special stories/investigations when required, with one writer taking a lead as necessary
• Contribute suggestions to the development of the website
• Contribute marketing ideas to position the newspaper brands and website as preferred products to our customers

Skills/Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good report writing skills
• Analytical with an eye for detail
• Ability to work to strict deadlines and for long periods
• Flexible attitude to working arrangements
• Strong computer literacy skills include page planning
• Research methodology skills desired but not essential

Minimum Qualifications 

• 1^st Degree in Communication/Journalism Studies or related field with 6 years working experience in newspaper/online journalism

OR

• Diploma in Journalism from a reputable institution with 8 years working experience in newspaper/ online journalism
• Member of Ghana Journalists Association

How to Apply

If you wish to apply, please send a detailed CV together with a covering letter and contact telephone number to

The Director,
HR & Administration Graphic Communications Group Ltd.
P.O. Box GP742
Accra

Alternatively, you may email your application to the HR Operations Manager at [email protected]

Closing date for submission of applications: 9 June 2017 Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.