Reporter/Journalist

Responsibilities:

• Research, investigate, and report on local, national, and relevant international news stories.
• Attend press briefings, public events, interviews, and other assignments on behalf of SleekFM.
• Conduct interviews with newsmakers, community members, experts, and relevant stakeholders.
• Write clear, accurate, balanced, and engaging news scripts for radio broadcast and digital publication.
• Present live or recorded news reports professionally when required.
• Verify facts, quotations, sources, and information before publication or broadcast.
• Monitor current affairs, breaking news, trends, and community issues relevant to SleekFM’s audience.
• Produce audio recordings, voice reports, and supporting content for news bulletins and programmes.
• Work closely with producers, presenters, editors, and technical staff to meet newsroom deadlines.
• Observe professional journalism ethics, station editorial policies, confidentiality requirements, and applicable broadcasting standards.
• Support the promotion of SleekFM’s news programmes, events, sponsored content, and approved station initiatives when assigned.
• Carry out other reasonable newsroom or programming duties assigned by management.

Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma or relevant training in Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Studies, English, or a related field is an advantage.
• Previous reporting, newsroom, broadcasting, writing, or media experience will be an advantage.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Knowledge of the local Ika languageis a distinct advantage.
• Strong research, interviewing, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Sound news judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy and fairness.
• Ability to use social media and digital platforms for news gathering and audience engagement.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or during breaking-news situations where necessary.
• Willingness to work in Agbor, Delta State.