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Investigative Reporter job at Nation Media Group | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Nation Media Group (NMG) is East Africa’s leading independent media house, dedicated to informing, educating, and entertaining audiences through high-quality journalism and innovative media solutions that uphold democratic values and foster socio-economic development. With a proud legacy dating back to 1959, NMG has evolved from a single newspaper into a multimedia powerhouse operating across print, broadcast, and digital platforms in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Renowned for its editorial independence, credibility, and journalistic excellence, the Group has earned widespread recognition and numerous regional and international accolades.
NMG offers a dynamic and inclusive work culture that champions integrity, creativity, and continuous professional development, attracting top talent with opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and hybrid work arrangements. At the heart of its business model lies a commitment to digital transformation and audience-centric content delivery, supported by data-driven strategies and cutting-edge technologies.
Guided by core values of trust, innovation, respect, and social responsibility, the Group actively engages in impactful CSR initiatives focused on education, health, youth empowerment, and environmental sustainability. As a media giant with an expansive reach and a loyal audience base, Nation Media Group continues to shape public discourse and influence change across the region. For more information, visit www.nationmedia.com.
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Deadline:
3 Nov 2025
Job Title
Investigative Reporter job at Nation Media Group
Nation Media Group
Job Description
Job Title: Investigative Reporter
Organization: Nation Media Group
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Investigative Editor
Job Summary: To carry out investigations, generate ideas for news stories and deliver analysis on breaking stories that add value to the content of Broadcast and Print.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
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Deadline: 3rd November 2025
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How to Apply
Work with the Investigations Editor to research, develop and produce investigative documentary and digital documentary projects for multi-media platforms including Broadcast and Print digital platforms.
Work with Investigative Editor to develop special projects for multimedia platforms.
Use a range of video, audio and digital equipment and information technology to research, write, assemble edit and deliver outputs in the appropriate medium, to the highest professional standards.
Exercise editorial judgement in developing story ideas and producing accurate and impartial journalism.
Use a range of video, audio and digital equipment and information technology to research, write, assemble edit and deliver programmes in the appropriate medium, to the highest professional standards.
Publish and air stories that are free of defamatory content and libel
Attend to viewers’ complaints, views and reactions and takes appropriate action
Send daily briefs and updates of news (Text & photo or Rich media) as it happens to the Online Editor to achieve the Digital/ Mobile 1st objectives.
Write at least two blogs per week to NMG Digital Platforms.
Apply NMG Editorial and Social Media policies whenever posting any content on personal or company Digital assets.
Under take any other projects assigned by the Managing Editor.
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Academic: University Degree in Mass Communication or any related field from an accredited institution.
Professional: Diploma in Journalism
Experience: 5-7 years daily newsroom experience, with emphasis on investigative writing and/ or reporting.
Core Competences:
Passion for writing coupled with a keen news sense
Possesses broad knowledge of local and regional issues and /or depth of knowledge in beat specialty
Ability to work accurately and under pressure
Deadline driven
High degree of professionalism
Must be able to work independently and with little supervision
Intensive reporting style focused on uncovering hidden truths
Must have a good eye for detail
Excellent spelling, grammar, and punctuation skills
Strong interpersonal skills & communication skills
Must be able to deal effectively with simultaneous tasks
Strong analytical skills
