posted on : 14 hours ago

Industry : Print /Digital Media Job Function : Editorial Content

Job Experience Level : Mid Level

Minimum Years of Experience : 3

Minimum Academic Qualification : Bachelor

Job Summary

The Investigative Desk is responsible for uncovering, researching, and producing in-depth stories that highlight accountability issues, and inform the public on matters of significant interest. The role requires curiosity, courage, and strong ethical judgment to pursue leads, analyze data, and tell compelling stories that make an impact

Full Job Description

• Identify, develop, and pursue investigative story ideas that are of public interest and align with the newsroom’s editorial priorities.
• Conduct thorough background research using documents, databases, interviews, and other credible sources.
• Gather, verify, and cross-check information to ensure accuracy and fairness.
• Analyze and interpret data, financial records, and public documents to uncover hidden trends or irregularities.
• Build and maintain a network of sources, including whistleblowers, experts, and officials.
• Collaborate with editors, photographers, videographers, and digital teams to produce multi-platform investigations (print, online, video, and social).
• Ensure all investigative content meets the highest journalistic and legal standards, including adherence to defamation and privacy laws.
• Write clear, engaging, and factually accurate stories that reveal new information and promote accountability.
• Follow up on ongoing investigations and updates to ensure continued coverage and public engagement.
• Maintain confidentiality of sources and sensitive information.
• Produce multimedia investigative stories