Assistant sports editor

About the Organization

Mwananchi Communications Limited (MCL), a subsidiary of Nation Media Group (NMG), is Tanzania's largest independent news network with an award-winning presence in print and digital media, and exciting new ventures in innovation and events ecosystems. We are publishers of leading national news brands Mwananchi, The Citizen and Mwanaspoti in print and digital formats, and proprietors of the Mwananchi Digital suite of products and Mwanaclick.

We are audience-led, market-driven with a clear mission to empower the nation. Join a growing organization that values talent and commitment.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and highly experienced individual to fill the position of Assistant Sports Editor for Mwananchi.

The assistant sports editor supports the sports editor in planning, coordinating, editing, and producing high-quality sports content for print and digital platforms. The role assists in ensuring timely, accurate, engaging, and audience-focused sports coverage while maintaining editorial standards and newsroom efficiency.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist the Sports Editor in managing the day-to-day operations of the sports desk
• Coordinate assignments for sports reporters, photographers, and contributors
• Edit and proofread sports stories, features, interviews, analyses, and multimedia content before publication
• Ensure sports content meets editorial standards, accuracy, fairness, and ethical journalism practices
• Support digital-first publishing strategies to enhance online readership and audience engagement
• Monitor breaking sports news and assist in coordinating timely coverage across all platforms
• Prepare headlines, captions, and story layouts suitable for print and digital publication

Job Details

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Employment Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1