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Caxton Joburg West is looking for a go-getting wordsmith
We are looking for a journalist to join the Caxton Local Media West Rand Branch team.
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Do you have a passion for news?
Do you care about your community?
Caxton Joburg West calls for applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the position of journalist.
Requirements:
- A degree or diploma in journalism will be to your advantage
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Afrikaans
- Must be an all-rounder able to cover all types of news including hard news and investigative stories
- Experience in a similar environment preferable
- Computer literacy
- Candidate must live in Roodepoort or be willing to relocate to Roodepoort
- Must be willing to work weekends and overtime
- A solid understanding of deadlines and an ability to work well under pressure are essential
- A valid driver’s licence and own roadworthy vehicle compulsory
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team
We offer:
- Basic salary
- Petrol allowance
- Pension/Provident fund
If you are interested and would like to apply, email CV to northside@caxton.co.za. Applications must include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and CV.
Closing date for applications: 26 March 2021. If you have not been contacted by 30 March 2021, please consider your application unsuccessful.