Deputy Editor | News24 Business

Main purpose of the role:

The deputy editor of News24’s business section helps to oversee editorial operations, including setting the news agenda, as well as assigning and editing stories. The deputy editor also manages a team of reporters and is responsible for various specialist projects.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensuring that News24 sets the local business news agenda by covering all the key developments in Corporate South Africa, the economy, and financial markets.
• Commissioning, writing and editing articles that are legally sound, accurate and engaging.
• Managing, supporting and developing team members.

Skills and Competencies: 

• The successful candidate is an experienced business journalist with a strong track record of covering financial topics.
• Clear understanding of markets and South Africa’s corporate sector, with a large network of expert contacts in various sectors. 
• Strong leadership and team management skills. 
• A demonstrated commitment to the highest standard of journalism and ethical reporting.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and fact-checking abilities under tight deadlines. 
• Strong storytelling skills, and the ability to translate complex technical topics into accessible articles with visual components.
• Skilled in planning, executing, and leading successful projects. 

Qualifications and experience: 

• At least 7 years’ experience as a financial journalist.
• A proven track record in companies reporting.
• Management experience.
• A relevant tertiary qualification.
• Digital experience in a business news environment is recommended.

Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups.