Reuters seeks chief correspondent [Africa]

Posted on Apr 8, 2024 in Investigative Journalism

Journalists with at least five years of experience can apply for this position based in Dakar, Senegal.

Reuters is hiring a chief correspondent for West and Central Africa to initiate, report and write insightful stories.

The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of a vibrant region covering 23 countries, a keen eye for spotting trends, and the ability to write fast, groundbreaking, and insightful stories on a wide range of topics from political upheavals to Islamist insurgencies, climate change and energy, to the latest cocoa crop in the Ivory Coast and Ghana, and more.

Applicants must be fluent in English and French and have some experience in managing a news team.

The deadline is April 19.