Online News Content & Reporting Specialist at NaijaEyes Digital Media

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Abuja, Nigeria Full Time

Job Description

Key Responsibilities 

  • Monitor local and international news wires, social media trends (X, TikTok, WhatsApp), and government handles 24/7. 
  • Execute our "Speed-First" protocol—getting a headline and summary live within 5 minutes of a major event. 
  • Craft catchy, searchable headlines that dominate Google Search and Discover. 
  • Quickly fact-check "viral gist" to ensure the blog maintains high credibility and avoids fake news. 
  • Attach relevant photos, videos, or social media embeds to enhance story engagement. Required Skills & Qualifications 
  • An obsessive interest in Nigerian politics, security, and global affairs. 
  • Ability to write clean, error-free copy under intense pressure. 
  • Familiarity with WordPress (Gutenberg editor), SEO tools (Yoast/RankMath), and TweetDeck/X Pro. 
  • Willingness to work dedicated night shifts or weekend rotations (remote options available). 

Technical Skills

  • Mastery of the “inverted pyramid” style (putting the most important news first).
  • Knowledge of keyword placement, meta-descriptions, and writing headlines that rank on Google News.
  • Expert use of tools like Google Reverse Image Search to spot fake news before publishing.
  • High proficiency in WordPress or similar news-based platforms.

Qualifications

  • 1–3 years in a fast-paced newsroom or digital blog environment.
  • Degree in Journalism or Mass Communication.
  • Deep understanding of Nigerian media law, defamation, and digital ethics.

Job Summary

Salary

200000

Job Type

Full Time

Location

Abuja, Nigeria

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