Football Data Assistant / Trend Researcher at 9j Picks

9j Picks is a dynamic and innovative sports media brand focused on delivering engaging football content to international sports fans. Specializing in topics like the English Premier League (EPL) and Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL), the company creates content across multiple platforms including Twitter, Facebook, Telegram, and video channels. With a remote and diverse team, it combines passion for football with a data-driven approach to content strategy, targeting younger audiences with a relatable tone. The company values collaboration, creativity, and a deep understanding of the sports culture in Nigeria and world-wide.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Football Data Assistant / Trend Researcher

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 20 per week

Responsibilities

• Provide daily match schedules, trending fixtures, team injuries, and betting odds
• Track football fan discussions from Twitter, Telegram, and Facebook
• Flag viral topics, football memes, or fan controversies to the content editor
• Maintain shared content research sheet for the whole team

Requirements

• Passion for football + awareness of social media football trends in Nigeria
• Comfortable using Google Sheets, Telegram, and Twitter
• Attention to detail and ability to deliver updates every day (3-5 hours/day)
• Must be online and easy to contact within and during working hours
• Must have at least 10mbps stable internet connection for work
• Minimal to no power outage in your area

Salary
USD150 - USD250 per month.

Application Closing Date
10th April, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated resume with an email letter highlighting their relevant experience and why they are passionate about football content creation to: marie.hr@9japicks.com using the job title (e.g., “Football Data Assistant / Trend Researcher”) as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Portfolio / Work Samples: Include samples of your previous work or links to any content you’ve created (e.g., articles, social media posts, videos) that demonstrate your expertise in sports content, especially football. (if available, if none skip this part)
•  Early applications are encouraged.