Health Analyst (Writer/Journalist) at Nairametrics

About the Role

We are seeking a Health Analyst and Writer/Journalist to provide comprehensive coverage of health and wellness topics across our platform. You will be responsible for researching, writing, and disseminating accurate, engaging, and practical health information to our readers while building strategic relationships within the healthcare industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Cover a full range of health and wellness topics including public health, fitness, nutrition, mental health, healthcare policies, hospitals, pharmaceuticals, medical research, and general health trends
• Ensure all trending health and wellness topics are comprehensively covered on the platform
• Conduct thorough research to provide readers with accurate, practical, and engaging health information
• Conduct regular interviews with healthcare professionals, policymakers, industry experts, and influential figures in the health sector
• Represent the company at health-related events, conferences, and press briefings
• Create and build strategic relationships with organizations and individuals who serve as valid information sources or business partners
• Monitor the health beat closely to deliver timely and accurate stories

Required Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in English, Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Health, or a related field of study
• At least 2 years of writing experience in digital or print media
• Excellent command of English in both speaking and writing

Required Skills & Attributes

• Strong storytelling skills with the ability to simplify technical and medical information
• Experience interacting with people at all levels
• Highly social personality with a natural enthusiasm for health and wellness trends

Location

Lagos, Nigeria