Middle East and North Africa Deputy Breaking News Editor

Reuters is seeking an experienced journalist to lead its Middle East and North
Africa breaking news hub in Cairo.
The hub is in charge of producing real time news alerts and stories in English
and Arabic from a variety of sources, including TV broadcast, podcasts, social
media and news agency feeds. It works closely with bureaus and correspondents
in the region to break with the highest degree of accuracy news that is
important for Reuters' global audience of decision makers in the worlds of
business, media and politics.
As our MENA Deputy Breaking News Editor , you will:
* Send breaking news alerts which are clear, accurate and fast, putting our readers and clients ahead on the most important breaking stories and consolidating Reuters reputation as the world's leading and most influential news agency.
* Work with the Breaking News Editor in overseeing the snapping operations of the team to get the news first to Reuters subscribers.
* Write the first breaks of breaking news through the initial updates of a story.
* Work under pressure in a very fast-paced environment.
* Extract snaps from financial/energy/commodities statements, speeches, tweets, TV broadcasts.
To be our MENA Deputy Breaking News Editor , you will likely have:
* Excellent command of the English and Arabic languages; Farsi or French an advantage.
* Strong understanding of the main issues at play within the region.
* Solid knowledge of the energy, commodities and financial industries.
* Ability to work under pressure, and to work early or late shifts when needed.
* Ability to work with a large team across the region that spans four time zones.
* Previous experience managing a team of reporters.
Please note, the deadline for applications is Wednesday 30th November
‎2022.
What 's in it For You?
At Reuters, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits
we offer for your personal and professional growth:
* Global Career: As a global company, we can offer a truly international career and progression opportunities
* Learning & Development: On the job learning and coaching with an intensive training package. We also have a dedicated training team focused on the continuous development of our journalists
* Benefits : We offer competitive salary packages and market leading benefits including paid volunteering days and a wellbeing scheme including private healthcare
* Perks : Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and a team who provide unmatched, award-winning coverage of the world's most important stories.
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