Job Title: Retained Editorial Administrator
Organisation: Nation Media Group (NMG)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Editorial Administrative Manager
About Organisation:
The Nation Media Group is the largest independent media house in East and Central Africa with operations in print, broadcast and digital media, which attract and serve unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. As a brand, we are committed to generating and creating content that will inform, educate and entertain our consumers across the different platforms, keeping in mind the changing needs and trends in the industry.
Job Summary: To provide efficient and effective administration services in the Editorial Department as well as ensure petty cash payouts are made.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- 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.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- 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
How to Apply:
All candidates should apply online at the link below.
Deadline: 8th August 2025
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36