Executive Director at BusinessDay Newspaper

BusinessDay is West Africa’s leading provider of business intelligence and market-moving news, empowering decision makers with insightful and accurate information about the continent’s business finance environment and beyond. Since 2001, we’ve consistently helped millions across the continent stay ahead of the curve with the latest trends, opportunities, and challenges, enabling them to make informed decisions that drive growth and innovation.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Executive Director

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Reports to: Editor-in-Chief/Publisher and the board 

Description

• BusinessDay is a leading daily newspaper with a large online operation committed to delivering high-quality financial journalism to our community. We are seeking an experienced Executive Director for our foundation to join our team.

Job Summary

• The Executive Director will research, write, and manage grant proposals to secure funding for our newspaper's editorial projects, investigative journalism initiatives, and community outreach programs. 
• The successful candidate will have a proven track record of securing grants, excellent writing and communication skills, and a passion for journalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential funding sources: Research foundations, corporations, and government agencies that provide grants for journalism and media-related projects.
• Develop and write grant proposals: Write clear, concise, and compelling grant proposals that align with the newspaper's editorial goals and funding priorities.
• Manage grant applications and reporting: Coordinate the grant application process, ensure timely submission of proposals, and manage reporting requirements for funded grants.
• Build relationships with funders and stakeholders: Develop and maintain relationships with funders, stakeholders, and community partners to secure funding and support for our newspaper's initiatives.
• Collaborate with editorial team: Work closely with the editorial team to develop grant proposals that align with the newspaper's editorial goals and priorities.
• Track and analyze grant-related data: Monitor and analyze grant-related data, including funding trends, application success rates, and grant expenditures.
• Ensure compliance with grant regulations: Ensure that all grant-related activities comply with relevant regulations, laws, and funding agency requirements.

Requirements
Qualification and Experience:

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in grant writing, fundraising, programmes management or a related field.

Skills:

• Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record of securing grants from foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Ability to research and analyze funding opportunities and trends.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Knowledge: 

• Familiarity with the journalism and philanthropy industry, grant writing best practices, and funding agency requirements.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: A competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.
• Opportunity to make a difference: Join a dynamic team that is passionate about delivering high-quality journalism to our community.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application, including their Resume, Cover Letter, and Writing Samples, to: [email protected] using "Publisher / Editor in Chief - BusinessDay" as the subject of the email.