Investment writer
Reporting to: Editors, Business Day and Financial Mail
Department: Editorial
Location: Johannesburg
Position overview
The Business Day and Financial Mail are looking to hire an energetic and creative individual to write about investments. We’re looking for someone who has a solid track record in business journalism, who will work well in a team, and is able to work across platforms and the two titles.
The ideal candidate would feel as comfortable writing about the impact of the three new banks — Discovery, Bank Zero and Tyme — on the incumbent banks, as they would about what went wrong at Steinhoff or EOH. He or she would be able to break stories, provide analysis of trends and events, and be able to prioritise well to discern which stories are worth pursuing, and which aren’t.
Main responsibilities and outcomes
- Write daily and weekly stories on investment issues for both Business Day and Financial Mail;
- Develop a network of sources and contacts in the investment industry;
- Write high-impact cover stories, based on impeccable research and interviews
- Play a leadership role in assisting and guiding younger reporters
Minimum qualifications and requirements
- At least 5 years’ experience in business journalism would be ideal;
- The ability to strip away the jargon in corporate announcements, crisply explaining and reporting in an accessible way investment issues to our audience
- Knowledge of the JSE, stock markets and the business environment;
- A working knowledge of digital platforms and social media is necessary
Qualified applicants may submit their CV, cover letter and two references to Managing Editor Kevin O’Grady at ogradyk@businesslive.co.za
Closing date: 25 June 2019
Tiso Blackstar Group is an Affirmative Action Employer and as such, preference will be given to candidates who will add to the diversity of our organisation. Kindly take note that should we not respond to you in the next 21 days, you may regard your application as unsuccessful.
Retail writer
Reporting to: Editor
Department: Editorial
Location: Johannesburg
Position overview
Business Day and the Financial Mail are looking for a Retail Writer. We’re seeking an applicant with a track record of news analysis and sharp analytical pieces. Storytelling, scoops and the pursuit of ambitious stories are encouraged. Applicants should have a demonstrated knowledge of the retail sector and be able to drive day-to-day coverage, company earnings, fast-moving breaking news and enterprise stories. The successful candidate will provide content for both print and online, and must be an active participant on social media, or at least demonstrate a working knowledge of digital platforms.
Main responsibilities and outcomes
- Produce well-written, relevant, accurate and balanced news stories;
- Establish and maintain communication with contacts with a view to sourcing stories;
- Work to established style and deadlines;
- Ensure delivery of high quality stories;
- Perform any other duty as is reasonably assigned by the companies desk;
- An ability to manage multiple stories simultaneously under strict deadlines and to weigh in quickly with smart analysis;
- Resourcefulness, attention to detail and the ability to file with speed, accuracy and clarity;
- Proven ability to write clearly and authoritatively; and
- Receptiveness to feedback and openness to change.
Minimum qualifications and requirements
- Relevant diploma/degree;
- At least five years’ experience in journalism;
- A demonstrated knowledge of the retail sector;
- Excellent news-gathering, research and writing skills;
- Ability to work accurately under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Unimpeachable integrity;
- A solid contact base; and
- Ability to travel and work irregular hours.
Personal skills and attributes
- Be self-motivated with an ability to work within a team; and
- A valid driver’s licence.
Closing date: June 15 2019
Qualified applicants may submit their CV, cover letter and two references to Managing Editor Kevin O’Grady at ogradyk@businesslive.co.za
Tiso Blackstar Group is an Affirmative Action Employer and as such, preference will be given to candidates who will add to the diversity of our organisation. Kindly take note that should we not respond to you in the next 21 days, you may regard your application as unsuccessful.
