We are seeking a Correspondent (f/m/d) for our DW Bureau Lagos in Nigeria as of 1 May 2025 or as soon as possible on the basis of a freelance contract limited for two years.
THE ROLE
- reporting and analysis on current events in West Africa (politics, economy, culture) for all Deutsche Welle outlets
- producing reports and background packages (TV, online) from West Africa
- live interviews and broadcasts for TV (in English)
- creation of multimedia content for the social media platforms of DW
- development of background programmes about West Africa and the region
- organization of conversations as well as conducting interviews with relevant figures
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
- university degree as well as completed traineeship or comparable journalistic qualification
- longstanding professional journalistic experience, including experience as foreign correspondent, preferably for public media organizations
- ability to analyze political and geostrategic contexts
- very good knowledge of the political systems and social and cultural context in West Africa, previous experience in the region an advantage
- understanding of processes of news and social media departments, preferably of media organizations like DW
- experience as video journalist and mobile reporter
- professional language proficiency in English, additional German language skills a plus
- excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to work in interdisciplinary and diverse teams, high level of intercultural sensitivity and respect for diversity
As employees of Deutsche Welle, we identify with the values laid down in the Deutsche Welle Act. We are especially opposed to every form of discrimination, racism and antisemitism.
We promote diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome your application, regardless of your nationality, your cultural, ethnic or social background, any disability you might have, your sexual orientation, your gender or your age. We aim for gender parity in all departments and across all levels of the organization.
Have we piqued your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your application by 6 April 2025 submitted via the DW online career portal via the link.
More Information
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