TUKO Media

Responsibilities:<ul><li>Monitoring trending entertainment stories on social media.</li><li>Writing and publishing entertainment stories in line with our in-house style guide.</li><li>Conducting interviews and writing special format articles i.e. feature, analysis, fact-check, etc.</li></ul>‍Requirements:<ul><li>Considerable experience in journalism and entertainment writing.</li><li>Perfect writing skills; narration and good grammar.</li><li>Great editorial judgment and quality entertainment news monitoring skills.</li><li>Impeccable communication and interviewing skills: both written and verbal.</li><li>Must be a strategic and analytical thinker.</li><li>Must be a self-driven individual with a strong desire to constantly learn, adapt and work under minimal supervision.</li><li>Ability to work remotely (good internet connection and a laptop, minimum Intel Core i3).</li><li>Must be able to use social media effectively.</li></ul><h3> </h3>

Entertainment Editor

Responsibilities:

<ul>
	<li>Proofreading and fixing at least 40 articles per day (approximately 20,000 words) during working hours.</li>
	<li>Ensuring that the best editorial practices, our in-house style guides and standards are being followed carefully.</li>
	<li>Double-checking that names, places and organisations are spelt properly and that facts, dates and statistics are accurate.</li>
	<li>Suggesting changes to enhance articles’ readability, conciseness and style; sending writers explanations about mistakes.</li>
	<li>Checking that illustrations and captions are correct.</li>
	<li>Checking grammar and spelling in social leads and headlines in Facebook and Twitter posts.</li>
	<li>Keeping track of key issues spotted during your working day.</li>
	<li>Organising training sessions for writers to improve their performance.</li>
</ul>

‍Requirements:

<ul>
	<li>Flawless command of the English language is essential, including grammar, spelling, punctuation and semantics.</li>
	<li>Ability to write and edit headlines, captions and social leads that are concise, engaging and informative</li>
	<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.</li>
	<li>Strong attention to detail and ability to spot errors and inconsistencies in articles</li>
	<li>University degree in English/journalism/media studies or related field.</li>
	<li>1-2 years experience in online media, digital field or working in a similar capacity.</li>
	<li>Expertise in the local and world news media industry would be an added advantage.</li>
	<li>Independence and dedication as this is a senior position.</li>
	<li>Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with writers, and other team members.</li>
	<li>Ability to work remotely (good internet connection and a laptop, minimum Intel Core i3).</li>
	<li>This is a full-time position</li>
</ul>

Copyeditor

Responsibilities:

<ul>
	<li>Organize and execute various events under TUKO’s brand.</li>
	<li>Ensure a strong media presence for the brand and key company figures through strategic press coverage and public relations efforts.</li>
	<li>Track and document progress on communication activities.</li>
	<li>Establish and manage partnerships with major events and organizations in Kenya to enhance brand visibility.</li>
	<li>Identify and apply for industry awards and events that can strengthen TUKO's reputation and industry recognition.</li>
	<li>Promote flagship brand initiatives.</li>
</ul>

‍Requirements:

Experience &amp; Background

<ul>
	<li>Experience &amp; expertise: minimum 2+ years in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications or a related field.</li>
	<li>Strong communication &amp; content creation skills: ability to create various types of promotional content and op-ed materials. A skill to calibrate messages to the audience and communication channel.</li>
	<li>Event-management: a candidate has experience in organizing and executes events from concept to completion. The candidate excels in coordination, communication, and problem-solving under pressure.</li>
	<li>Strategic thinking: ability to develop, implement, and refine communication brand strategies aligned with company objectives and performance insights.</li>
	<li>Crisis management: capable of handling negative publicity and safeguarding the brand’s reputation.</li>
	<li>Analytical approach: proficient in tracking brand communication performance, measuring KPIs, and optimizing campaigns for greater impact.</li>
	<li>Digital &amp; social media knowledge: understanding of social media/PR/ communication software, tracking tools, and influencer engagement for media outreach.</li>
	<li>Adaptability &amp; initiative: comfortable working in fast-paced environments, adjusting strategies as needed.</li>
	<li>Independence &amp; self-sufficiency: ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision while maintaining high performance.</li>
	<li>Industry network: established connections with journalists, event managers, marketing agencies, media outlets, and influencers are an advantage.</li>
	<li>Remote work readiness: Must have a reliable internet connection and a laptop (minimum Intel Core i3).</li>
</ul>

PR and Communication Officer

Requirements:

<ul>
	<li>Degree or Diploma in journalism/media studies or related field</li>
	<li>At least 2 years experience in journalism and writing sports content </li>
	<li>Passion for writing sports content (Knowledge of East Africa and Kenyan Sports is an added advantage)</li>
	<li>Impeccable communication and interviewing skills, both written and verbal </li>
	<li>Strategic and analytical thinker</li>
	<li>Ability to go the extra mile </li>
	<li>Self-driven individual with a strong desire to constantly learn and adapt </li>
	<li>Work under minimal supervision</li>
	<li>Ability to work remotely (good internet connection and a laptop, minimum Intel Core i3).</li>
</ul>

‍RESPONSIBILITIES:

<ul>
	<li>Monitoring trending sports stories</li>
	<li>Sourcing ideas for exclusive sports stories</li>
	<li>Sourcing comments from experts, entrepreneurs.</li>
	<li>Writing and publishing sports stories that resonate with our audience (including news articles, interviews, and feature articles about sports) </li>
	<li>Participating in all activities related to sports content direction </li>
	<li>Ability to churn out articles in perfect English.</li>
</ul>

Sports Editor

Responsibilities:

<ul>
	<li>Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing team of business journalists.</li>
	<li>Oversee daily business news coverage, ensuring that breaking news is covered promptly and accurately.</li>
	<li>Monitor trending business stories and prioritise relevant, timely, and engaging news that resonate with our target audience.</li>
	<li>Work with content planners and trackers to ensure that all important events are planned, analysed, and comprehensively covered.</li>
	<li>Enforce high editorial standards, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and objectivity in all content to maintain the credibility of our business desk.</li>
	<li>Help develop and execute a comprehensive business content strategy that covers a wide range of topics, including finance, technology, market trends, and industry news.</li>
	<li>Assign and approve stories and periodically review the performance of business editors to ensure KPI targets are met.</li>
	<li>Facilitate seamless collaboration between the business desk and other news desks and departments.</li>
	<li>Build strong relationships with industry experts, news sources, and our business partners.</li>
	<li>Represent the business news desk at major industry events and conferences.</li>
	<li>Oversee the execution of TUKO's annual Business Leaders of The Year Awards project.</li>
</ul>

‍Requirements:

<ul>
	<li>Degree or Diploma in Journalism, Media Studies, or a related field from a recognised institution</li>
	<li>5 years of proven experience in business journalism, with a passion for writing business stories</li>
	<li>Strong understanding of the business world, including markets and industry trends</li>
	<li>In-depth knowledge of legal and ethical issues in business journalism, such as libel, conflict of interest, and privacy laws</li>
	<li>Proven analytical and research skills, with the ability to gather, interpret, and present complex data in a clear and concise manner</li>
	<li>Excellent communication and interviewing skills, both written and verbal</li>
	<li>Strong professional network within the business community</li>
	<li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines</li>
	<li>Strategic thinking and analytical mindset</li>
	<li>A self-starter with a strong desire for continuous learning and adaptation</li>
	<li>Effective time management and organisational skills</li>
	<li>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision</li>
	<li>Reliable access to high-speed internet and a laptop (minimum Intel Core i3) for remote work</li>
</ul>

Business Desk Lead

RESPONSIBILITIES:
<ul>
<li>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</li>
<li>Source comments from experts, entrepreneurs</li>
<li>Work with Tier1 content</li>
<li>Collaborate with the local correspondents team</li>
<li>Collaborate with the editorial team to ensure social media content is aligned with the overall content strategy</li>
<li>Work closely with Editor-in-Chief</li>
</ul>
REQUIREMENTS:
<ul>
<li>Degree or Diploma in journalism/media studies or related field</li>
<li>Considerable experience in journalism and writing content</li>
<li>Knowledge of social media publishing</li>
<li>Copywriting skills</li>
<li>Ability to work with photo-editing software (Figma, Canva)</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines</li>
<li>Impeccable communication and interviewing skills, both written and verbal</li>
<li>Ability to go the extra mile</li>
<li>Self-driven individual with a strong desire to constantly learn and adapt</li>
<li>Good time management and work organisation skills</li>
<li>Work under minimal supervision</li>
<li>Ability to churn out articles in perfect English</li>
<li>Ability to work remotely (good internet connection and a laptop, minimum Intel Core i3).</li>
</ul>

Editorial Assistant

REQUIREMENTS:
<ul>
<li>Degree or Diploma in journalism/media studies or related field</li>
<li>Considerable experience in journalism and writing news content for digital media</li>
<li>Impeccable communication skills, both written and verbal</li>
<li>Strategic and analytical thinker</li>
<li>Ability to go the extra mile</li>
<li>Self-driven individual with a strong desire to constantly learn and adapt</li>
<li>Work under minimal supervision</li>
<li>Ability to work remotely (good internet connection and a laptop, minimum Intel Core i3).</li>
</ul>
RESPONSIBILITIES:
<ul>
<li>Monitoring trending current affairs, news and stories</li>
<li>Verify facts and accuracy of all news reports before they are published</li>
<li>Ensure articles have catchy headlines and appropriate photos or illustrations</li>
<li>Post articles to Facebook in different formats, including Facebook picture posts with links</li>
<li>Source ideas for exclusive stories ((including interviews, analysis and feature articles, and explainers)</li>
<li>Source comments from experts</li>
<li>Write and publish stories that resonate with our audience</li>
<li>Strictly follow our in-house guide to ensure articles meet journalistic standards</li>
<li>Ability to churn out articles in perfect English.</li>
</ul>
CORE VALUES:
<ul>
<li>Passion for news</li>
<li>Understanding of Kenyan political landscape, economy, culture and celebrity lifestyle</li>
<li>Sense of responsibility</li>
<li>Being goal-oriented and able to work with tight deadlines.</li>
</ul>

Current Affairs Writer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
<ul>
<li>Proofreading and fixing at least 40 articles per day (approximately 20,000 words) during working hours.</li>
<li>Ensuring that the best editorial practices, our in-house style guides and standards are being followed carefully.</li>
<li>Double-checking that names, places and organisations are spelt properly and that facts, dates and statistics are accurate.</li>
<li>Suggesting changes to enhance articles’ readability, conciseness and style; sending writers explanations about mistakes.</li>
<li>Checking that illustrations and captions are correct.</li>
<li>Checking grammar and spelling in social leads and headlines in Facebook and Twitter posts.</li>
<li>Keeping track of key issues spotted during your working day.</li>
<li>Organising training sessions for writers to improve their performance.</li>
</ul>
 
REQUIREMENTS:
<ul>
<li>Flawless command of the English language is essential, including grammar, spelling, punctuation and semantics.</li>
<li>Ability to write and edit headlines, captions and social leads that are concise, engaging and informative</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.</li>
<li>Strong attention to detail and ability to spot errors and inconsistencies in articles</li>
<li>University degree in English/journalism/media studies or related field.</li>
<li>1-2 years experience in online media, digital field or working in a similar capacity.</li>
<li>Expertise in the local and world news media industry would be an added advantage.</li>
<li>Independence and dedication as this is a senior position.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with writers, and other team members.</li>
<li>Ability to work remotely (good internet connection and a laptop, minimum Intel Core i3).</li>
<li>This is a full-time position</li>
</ul>
CORE VALUES:
<ul>
<li>Passion for news</li>
<li>Understanding of Kenyan political landscape, economy, culture and celebrity lifestyle</li>
<li>Sense of responsibility</li>
<li>Being goal-oriented and able to work with tight deadlines</li>
</ul>

RESPONSIBILITIES:
<ul>
<li>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</li>
<li>Source comments from experts, entrepreneurs</li>
<li>Collaborate with the editorial team to ensure social media content is aligned with the overall content strategy</li>
<li>Work closely with Editor-in-Chief</li>
</ul>
REQUIREMENTS:
<ul>
<li>Degree or Diploma in journalism/media studies or related field</li>
<li>Considerable experience in journalism and writing content</li>
<li>Knowledge of social media publishing</li>
<li>Copywriting skills</li>
<li>Ability to work with photo editing software (Figma, Canva)</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines</li>
<li>Impeccable communication and interviewing skills, both written and verbal</li>
<li>Ability to go the extra mile</li>
<li>Self-driven individual with a strong desire to constantly learn and adapt</li>
<li>Good time management and work organisation skills</li>
<li>Work under minimal supervision</li>
<li>Ability to churn out articles in perfect English</li>
<li>Ability to work remotely (good internet connection and a laptop, minimum Intel Core i3).</li>
</ul>

RESPONSIBILITIES:
<ul>
<li>Monitoring trending business stories</li>
<li>Sourcing ideas for exclusive stories</li>
<li>Sourcing comments from experts, entrepreneurs</li>
<li>Writing and publishing business stories that resonate with our audience (including news articles, market overviews, interviews, analysis and feature articles about business)</li>
<li>Posting your articles to Facebook and Twitter</li>
<li>Participating in all activities related to business content direction (including the newsletters, videos, promo and distribution of content).</li>
</ul>
REQUIREMENTS:
<ul>
<li>Degree or Diploma in journalism/media studies or related field</li>
<li>Considerable experience in journalism and writing business content</li>
<li>Passion for writing business stories</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of the business world, including economics, and industry trends.</li>
<li>Strong Knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to business journalism, including libel, conflict of interest, and privacy laws.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to collect, interpret and present complex data in a simple and meaningful way.</li>
<li>Impeccable communication and interviewing skills, both written and verbal</li>
<li>Strong contacts in business world</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.</li>
<li>Strategic and analytical thinker</li>
<li>Ability to go the extra mile</li>
<li>Self-driven individual with a strong desire to constantly learn and adapt</li>
<li>Good time management and work organisation skills</li>
<li>Work under minimal supervision</li>
<li>Ability to churn out articles in perfect English</li>
<li>Ability to work remotely (good internet connection and a laptop, minimum Intel Core i3).</li>
</ul>