Deadline: 31 January 2011
The Forum for African Investigative Reporters (FAIR) is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Executive Director. The purpose of the position is to work in line with FAIR’s mission to increase the practice of investigative journalism throughout Africa in the interest of the information needs of African audiences, and, in line with that purpose, manage, grow and service FAIR’s African network of investigative journalists. The executive director reports to the board of FAIR. Applications close January 31, 2011.
Responsibilities: To develop and implement strategies to achieve FAIR’s purpose with guidance from the FAIR Board; to plan programmes and daily activities in line with that purpose and guidance; to raise funds to enable FAIR to run its programmes, carry out its activities and fulfill its mission; to run and manage the FAIR office; to report truthfully and regularly to the FAIR Board regarding the implementation of programmes and activities; to be fully accountable for all financial and other management and implement and oversee correct and regular audits, and submit these to the Board as well as to the AGM. Ability to communicate in French as well as English will be regarded as positive, but is not a pre-condition.
Qualifications and experience: moral values, passion for investigative journalism and the service it can provide in the way of empowering audiences, an ethical approach, truthfulness and accountability are indispensable qualities for an investigative journalist and for the executive director of FAIR as an association of investigative journalists.
A proven record in building and managing organizations, (news media or otherwise), an understanding of financial and staff management as well as the ability to both inspire and conduct long term working relations with people are also required.
In view of the fact that investigative journalists tend to be independent thinkers, the ideal candidate must also be well-prepared to work together with all in the network, be a good listener and be able to take advice, whilst at all times uniting the network around its core mission.
Salary: negotiable
Where to apply: Applications should be directed to the Secretary General of FAIR, Theophilus Abbah, at theophilusa@yahoo.com.
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