Vacancies at Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ)

DEADLINE: MAY 30, 2021— Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

• EDITOR
A journalist to oversee our editorial operations and give direction to our expanding newsroom of text and multimedia journalists.

• NEWS AND FEATURE EDITOR
A journalist whose job will be to supervise FIJ’s coverage of social-justice developments. Must have a mastery of the English Language.

• VIDEO JOURNALISTS
Journalists who have the skills to handle all aspects of production on their own, acting as reporter, cameraman and editor.

• PROGRAMME OFFICER
Candidates must possess the know-how or experience with driving projects in the not-for-profit sector.

• M&E OFFICER
Must possess the know-how or experience of ensuring compliance with project goals.

• GRADUATE INTERNS
Aspiring journalists but good writers who have completed or are on the verge of completing tertiary education.
Priority will be given to female applicants.

All roles are in Lagos.

Applicants for the roles of Editor, News and Feature Editor, Programmes Officer, M&E Officer and Intern should send their CVs to journalismrecruitment@gmail.com.

The deadline for application is May 30, 2021.

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