Editor Job Vacancy at CIO East Africa.

Editor Job Vacancy at CIO East Africa.
CIO EAST AFRICA is the leading magazine for the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry in East Africa, published by Kommunication Ultimate Limited in conjunction with the International Data Group (IDG), a world-renowned publisher of legendary brands. CIO East Africa consists of a monthly print edition and online edition.

In our continued growth strategy, we are looking for a self-driven individual with the right attitude and relevant skills to take up the following position:

EDITOR
The successful candidate should be:
A university graduate with a bias in IT, Communications, Journalism or a business related degree from a recognized university.
A credible journalist with at least 5 years’ experience, three of which must have been spent as an editor or sub-editor.
A go-getter with exceptional communication skills and a variety of contacts within the ICT sector, with a sharp business mind.
Familiar with the production processes of both print and online publications. Strong knowledge of Joomla Content Management System.

Job Description
Reporting to the Business Development Manager, the Chief Editor will be in charge of:
The day-to-day running of both print and online editions.
Generating thematic story ideas for the magazine in consultation with the Business Development Director and the Editorial Director.
Conducting interviews with relevant sources and filing analytical pieces for both print and online editions.
Overall supervision and mentoring of Staff Writers.
Assigning staff writers to cover various ICT-related events.
Ensuring that Staff Writers follow up on developing stories.
Liaison with correspondents and columnists from across the region.
Editing all articles from staff writers, columnists and correspondents.

Updating the website with relevant content on a daily basis, two articles in each section.
Planning for the production of the magazine and ensuring editorial deadlines are met.
Liaison with professional photographers, illustrators and maintenance of a picture gallery.
Writing a blog and an editorial for online and print editions respectively.

If you meet the above requirements, please submit your CV and cover letter indicating salary expectations, specific attainments in your professional career ,as well as contacts of three referees to: info@cio.co.ke by 30th September 2010. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

African eDevelopment Resource Centre
eDevelopment House : : 604 Limuru Road
Old Muthaiga : : P O Box 49475 00100
Nairobi : : Kenya
T +254 20 3741646/7 : : C +254 725 650044
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