• Keeps track of Editorial staff productivity and shares monthly reports of the same. • Provides full administrative back up to the National News Editor. • Compiles a list of submitted stories and ensures correspondents are paid on time. • Verifies editorial expenses, claims and contributors’ payments for the National News Editor’s approval. • Prepares contributors’ contracts in consultation with legal and National News Editor and ensures payments are made within agreed terms. • In liaison with the procurement department, supports production of business cards, identity cards and updates the monthly airtime list for the Editorial staff. • Maintains a schedule of correspondents on regular retainer fees and proposes additions and reviews. • Oversees placement and learning of Editorial interns. • Liaises with the Transport Officer to ensure Editorial is supported. • Reviews and recommend journalists meals and travel claims are in line with the company’s guidelines. • Ensures the disbursement of petty cash. • Keeps track of newsroom equipment and ensures its proper handling. • Ensures timely collection of invoices for all contractors and submits to finance for clearance. • Maintains an updated database for all approved contractors/correspondents and temporary staff and interns. • Manages leave schedules for newsroom staff, contractors and correspondents.

• Academic: University Degree in Business Administration or related any related field from an accredited institution • Professional: Diploma in Journalism • Experience: At least 3 to 5 years’ experience in an administration role, preferably for a media company and proven experience in meeting targets and managing people • Core Competencies • Good knowledge in IT office applications • Accuracy and attention to detail • High sense of initiative • Good organizational, analytical and problem solving skills • Self-motivated, innovative and creative • Friendly and able to work independently with a team • Flexible and willing to accommodate different tasks • Excellent communication skills • Ability to meet deadlines • Result oriented attitude • High personal standards