Managing Editor

Mongabay, an award-winning environmental science and conservation news nonprofit, is hiring a Managing Editor to lead its English-language reporting across Africa, supervising a team of reporters and editors and growing a continent-wide network of environmental journalists.

Key responsibilities

• Assign, commission, edit, and publish English-language journalism on topics related to the environment and conservation in Africa
• Work cooperatively with Mongabay editors and staff writers to develop and produce stories, arrange field reporting, and frequently publish news and features articles, consistently of high quality
• Expand and develop capacity of Mongabay’s journalism network to deliver on editorial priorities
• Generate and assess story pitches from freelance reporters and staff writers
• Supervise a team of editors and writers working in Africa, including editorial oversight of reporting activities, job performance evaluation, and approval of personal leave and expenses
• Manage a portfolio of reporting projects, make assignments, and maintain deadlines on progress toward meeting editorial objectives

Requirements

• Eight or more years of experience working with a news outlet in an editor position is required
• Two or more years of experience managing people is required, and experience with budget or project management is preferred
• Exceptional fluency (writing and speaking) in English is required and multilingual candidates are ideal
• Knowledge and familiarity with conservation and environmental issues in Africa is essential
• Professional experience working in Africa in a journalism capacity is also preferred
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, WordPress (or similar), Google Drive, Social Media (Twitter / Facebook) and project management software

How to apply

Apply online and upload a cover letter, resume, and two references. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until filled. Apply here.

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