Job Description

Location:

Paarl, Western Cape

Food For Mzansi Group is an award-winning agricultural news and media company that has grown into one of South Africa's fastest-rising independent media brands. We share powerful stories about agriculture, food security, health, and entrepreneurship through various platforms. Our dynamic newsroom blends hard-hitting journalism with innovative commercial projects that drive impact across South Africa and beyond.

The Junior Journalist and Content Coordinator role blends hands-on newsroom reporting with the opportunity to develop branded content and deliver special projects. The ideal candidate will research and write strong editorial stories while also assisting in developing advertorials, sponsored features, and multi-platform campaigns.

Key responsibilities:

Report and write news, profiles, and feature stories under editorial guidance.

Assist in creating compelling advertorial copy that aligns with client objectives.

Support the planning and rollout of commercial projects, from concept to delivery.

Liaise with clients and internal teams to meet deadlines and maintain quality.

Deliver client relations to the highest standards while multitasking effectively.

Ensure all content, editorial and commercial, reflects the publication's voice and standards.

Ideal candidate:

Degree in journalism or media, with 1 to 2 years of newsroom experience.

Strong writing and research skills, with an eye for detail.

Organised, proactive, and comfortable juggling multiple tasks.

Interest in learning how editorial and commercial content intersect.

Valid driver's license

How to apply:

If you're passionate about storytelling and eager to grow your skills in both journalism and content creation, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief cover letter with the subject line "Junior Journalist & Content Coordinator".

Closing date:

Friday, 19 September 2025 at 10:00

Food For Mzansi Group is an equal opportunities employer. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in line with our employment equity plan. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.