Health Reporter

About the role

News24 is looking for a Health Reporter based in Johannesburg to report on health-related events, developments and topics. The reporter works jointly and individually to produce regular news articles that inform readers about the context of events and expose underlying issues.

Key responsibilities

• Gather, write and present informative news reports on health topics, including investigative reports and features
• Research news events continuously and investigate them
• Break news of significant national importance through confirmation and accurate sourcing
• Analyse information and present it as a stimulating, cohesive report
• Build a network of local and national contacts in communities and across the health sector, in public and private organisations
• Work closely with colleagues and editors to brief them on stories and how to use the information gathered
• Maintain a daily and weekly news diary so News24 stays up to date on significant events and briefings

Required profile

• Mid-senior level experience
• Preference given to suitable candidates from the designated groups under Media24's employment equity policy

Required skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Pressure resilience, tenacity and attention to detail
• Analytical thinking and sound news judgment
• Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines