• We seek an exceptional leader to drive NPAN’s mission of fostering industry research and innovation, building capacity and partnerships, and safeguarding press freedom.
• The ideal candidate will combine strategic vision with hands-on experience in media advocacy and member-centric leadership.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Direction: Develop and execute initiatives addressing digital transformation, revenue diversification, and industry sustainability.
• Policy Leadership: Advocate for legislation protecting press freedom and improving operating environments for publishers.
• Financial Stewardship: Ensure NPAN’s fiscal health while creating revenue-generating programs for members.
• Member Empowerment: Deliver training, resources, and collaborative platforms to enhance circulation and advertising performance.
• Standards Champion: Promote best practices in journalism ethics, business management, and technological adaptation.

Requirements

• Industry Expertise: 10+ years in journalism, newspaper publishing, or media management, with a deep understanding of Nigeria’s media landscape.
• Advocacy Prowess: Demonstrated success in public policy engagement, government relations, and regulatory advocacy.
• Leadership Credentials: Track record of managing teams, budgets, and multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Educational Edge: An advanced degree in journalism, communications, law, business administration, or related fields is preferred.
• Data & New Media Literacy: Experience in research, data analysis, especially industry trends, literacy in new media, and the ability to network are highly valued.

Why Apply?:
Shape the future of Nigeria’s newspaper industry at a pivotal moment in media evolution. This role offers unparalleled influence to:

• Amplify publishers’ voices in national policy debates.
• Design solutions for pressing challenges like fake news and digital monetisation.
• Build bridges between legacy media and emerging technologies.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, Cover Letter, and a 1-page vision statement for NPAN’s next decade to: [email protected] using the Job Position as the subject of the email.

Note

• Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for further interviews.
• NPAN is committed to diversity and encourages applications from candidates with a broad multidisciplinary background, including business management, to meet the industry’s challenges.