Editorial Assistant – Tuko

responsibilities:

• Create and publish engaging, high-quality content that resonates with TUKO.co.ke`s target audience on social media (Facebook, WhatsApp, Twitter etc.). Ensure content is relevant and timely
• Source comments from experts, entrepreneurs
• Work with Tier1 content
• Collaborate with the local correspondents team
• Collaborate with the editorial team to ensure social media content is aligned with the overall content strategy
• Work closely with Editor-in-Chief

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Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in journalism/media studies or related field
• Considerable experience in journalism and writing content
• Knowledge of social media publishing
• Copywriting skills
• Ability to work with photo-editing software (Figma, Canva)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
• Impeccable communication and interviewing skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to go the extra mile
• Self-driven individual with a strong desire to constantly learn and adapt
• Good time management and work organisation skills
• Work under minimal supervision
• Ability to churn out articles in perfect English
• Ability to work remotely (good internet connection and a laptop, minimum Intel Core i3).