Editorial Lead & Partnerships Officer (Hybrid)

Journalism; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health journalism outlet in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Associate Editor & Partnerships Officer to lead editorial coordination and strengthen partnerships. The ideal candidate will have at least 5-7 years in journalism, strong editing skills, and a deep understanding of civil society. This hybrid role offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for community impact while helping to shape health narratives. Join a dynamic team committed to high-impact journalism.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

National platform to influence health narratives

Opportunity to shape solutions-driven journalism

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of newsroom experience in reporting or editing.
• Demonstrated editing experience ensuring structure and clarity.
• Strong understanding of South African civil society and health advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Support editorial planning with managing editor and news editor.
• Commission and edit stories from freelancers and community journalists.
• Assist with donor liaison and fundraising research.

Skills

Newsroom experience

Editing skills

Partnerships and donor relations

Fluency in English

Project management

Digital publishing familiarity

Communication skills

Job description

A leading health journalism outlet in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Associate Editor & Partnerships Officer to lead editorial coordination and strengthen partnerships. The ideal candidate will have at least 5-7 years in journalism, strong editing skills, and a deep understanding of civil society. This hybrid role offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for community impact while helping to shape health narratives. Join a dynamic team committed to high-impact journalism.