Mwananchi Communications Limited (MCL) is a leading media company based in Tanzania and a subsidiary of the Nation Media Group, which is headquartered in Kenya. It publishes several major newspapers in both Swahili and English and has significantly expanded its digital presence.

Mwananchi Communications Limited (MCL), a subsidiary of Nation Media Group (NMG), is Tanzania’s largest independent news network with an award-winning presence in print and digital media, and exciting new ventures in innovation and events ecosystems. We are publishers of leading national news brands Mwananchi, The Citizen, and Mwanaspoti in print and digital formats, and proprietors of the Mwananchi Digital suite of products and Nation ePaper and EGazeti web platforms. We are audience-led, market-driven with a clear mission to empower the nation. We are looking for a motivated and highly experienced individual to fill the position of Multimedia Reporter (1 post).

Position: Multimedia Reporter (1 Post)

Purpose: The Multimedia Reporter will be responsible for gathering, writing, editing, and producing high-quality news content across multiple platforms, including print, digital, video, and social media. The role requires creativity, versatility, and the ability to deliver engaging content under tight deadlines.

Main Responsibilities:

• Research, investigate, and report on news stories for digital, print, and broadcast platforms.
• Produce compelling multimedia content, including videos, podcasts, photos, and graphics.
• Conduct interviews, attend press briefings, and cover live events.
• Write clear, accurate, and engaging news and feature articles.
• Collaborate with editors, videographers, and digital teams to package stories effectively.
• Ensure content adheres to editorial standards, ethics, and legal guidelines.
• Monitor social media and digital platforms for story ideas and audience engagement.
• Use data analytics to understand audience preferences and improve content performance.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging media technologies and trends.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• Academic: Basic University Degree in Journalism, Mass Communication.
• Experience: 2 years in a newsroom or multimedia reporting environment.