Mwananchi Communications Limited (MCL)

Mwananchi Communications Limited (MCL), a subsidiary of Nation Media Group (NMG), is Tanzania’s largest independent news network with an award-winning presence in print and digital media, and exciting new ventures in innovation and events ecosystems. We are publishers of leading national news brands Mwananchi, The Citizen and Mwanaspoti in print and digital formats, and proprietors of the Mwananchi Digital suite of products and Nation ePaper and EGazeti web platforms. We are audience-led, market-driven with a clear mission to empower the nation.

We are looking for a motivated and highly experienced individual to fill the position of:

Investigative editor

Purpose

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.

Main responsibilities

• 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.

• Write clear, engaging, and factually accurate stories that reveal new information and promote accountability.

• 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.

• Follow up on ongoing investigations and updates to ensure continued coverage and public engagement.

• Maintain confidentiality of sources and sensitive information.

• Collaborate with editors, photographers, videographers, and digital teams to produce multi-platform investigations (print, online, video, and social).

• Produce multimedia investigative stories.

• Ensure all investigative content meets the highest journalistic and legal standards, including adherence to defamation and privacy laws.

Minimum qualifications & experience

• Academic: Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication.

• Experience: 3 years of working experience.

Additional notes

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.