Royal Media Services Digital Sub Editor Job in Kenya

Royal Media Services Limited is the home of the leading media brands in Kenya today and award winning local content. 

The media house has moved from strength to strength in commanding a huge success of its brands. 

Royal Media Services Limited is an umbrella of fourteen radio stations and the leading Television Station in Kenya, Citizen TV. The radio stations include 10 vernacular stations and 2 national stations. 

Royal Media Services Limited wishes to recruit suitably qualified and experienced people for the position below:

Digital Sub Editor

Job Reference Number:- HR-DSE-05-2014

Royal Media Services Limited is seeking to recruit a highly qualified person for the above position. 

The job holder will be responsible for generating online news content of the Company, manage the Company’s Online News platforms as well as create and implement various online news strategies. He/she will provide news stories, features and other news related content to strengthen the Company’s digital platforms.

The Digital Sub Editor’s role will include the following:-

• Aid in generating news stories for all digital platforms;
• Manage the daily running of the news desk
• Assign various duties to online reporters
• Proof-read copy
• Manage breaking news on all digital News platforms;
• Ensure moderation of comments on all Online News platforms
• Promote prime time TV news on Social Media
• Monitor news-based content & feedback on social media

Skills and Personal Attributes

• Must have good command of English and Kiswahili;
• Must have strong writing & editing skills;
• Must be analytical;
• Understand Media Laws & Media Ethics;
• Must be self driven, assertive, punctual & organized;
• Must have a nose for news, widely knowledgeable & pay  attention to detail;
• The ideal candidate must have a working knowledge of online technology and online news best practices and an appreciation of the business processes, protocols and controls;
• Demonstrate a professional approach and appearance including enthusiasm, drive, commitment, honesty, trust and loyalty; and
• Keep abreast of evolving trends through continuing professional education in the area of digital platforms;

Academic and Professional Experience

• University Graduate in Communication or another related field from a recognized University. 
• Masters degree in Communication or its acceptable equivalent will be an added advantage.
• Must have a certificate in computer studies.
• At least 3 years experience in a reputable newsroom and at least two years as a senior reporter

If you qualify, please send your application and resume to: recruitment@royalmedia.co.ke 

Closing date will be Friday 23rd May 2014. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.