Senior Africa Markets Correspondent, Reuters at Thomson Reuters

Job ID: JREQ182506

Description

• Reuters, a global leader in trusted news and information, is launching the Reuters News Accelerator Program (RNAP), an intensive program designed to bring talented local journalists into our global newsroom and accelerate their careers with us.
• RNAP is launching with a cohort in sub-Saharan Africa, and our aim is to have the program focus on a new region each year.

What is RNAP?

• RNAP offers a unique blend of coaching, learning, and hands-on experience, providing journalists with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in today's rapidly evolving news landscape. This program will equip you with:
  • Cutting-edge skills: Master the latest in multimedia storytelling, data journalism, and digital news production.
  • In-depth knowledge: Develop a deeper understanding of key global issues in politics, finance and business.
  • Expert mentorship: Receive personalized guidance from experienced Reuters journalists and industry leaders.
  • Global reach: Gain exposure to a global audience and connect with a diverse network of journalists.
  • Career advancement: Position yourself for leadership roles and make a significant impact on the future of journalism.
• The anticipated start date for the RNAP is 3rd February 2025.
• The Senior Africa Markets Correspondent is a part of the Reuters News Accelerator Program.
• Reuters is seeking a dynamic, resourceful, and inquisitive correspondent to cover markets and finance in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of financial markets, key public and private-sector players, and a broad understanding of regional economics and global dynamics.
• Proven source-building skills and excellent news judgment are essential, as is the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across Africa and globally.
• This role is based in Johannesburg, Nairobi or Lagos.

About the Role
As our Senior Africa Markets Correspondent, you will:

• Deliver breaking, agenda-setting news, insightful analysis, and revelatory features across sub-Saharan Africa.
• Ensure Reuters is first with the news that matters to our clients.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the region and globally to connect trends and highlight insights.
• Mentor and coach early-career journalists to deepen their knowledge and sharpen their coverage of financial markets.

About You
To be our Senior Africa Markets Correspondent, you will likely have:

• Proven ability to develop market sources and break news.
• Strong self-starter and excellent team player.
• Excellent news judgment, with the ability to explain complex markets to an international business audience.
• Experience working in a real-time news environment.
• Fluent English, with strong writing skills; French or Portuguese is a plus.
• Experience covering markets in Africa is a significant advantage.
• Experience using data and analytical tools to build graphics and highlight trends.

What's in it for you
At Reuters, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth: 

• Global Career: As a global company, we can offer a truly international career and progression opportunities  
• Learning & Development: On the job learning and coaching. We also have a dedicated training team focused on the continuous development of our journalists 
• Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market leading benefits including paid volunteering days 
• Perks: Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and a team who provide unmatched, award-winning coverage of the world’s most important stories.