Bureau Reporter - Accra Location Ridge, Accra Business Area News and Media Ref # 10048540 **Description & Requirements** Bloomberg News is one of the biggest financial and business news organizations in the world. We lead the way in breaking news and providing analysis on financial markets, from daily coverage through to in-depth features. We are known for our quality, accuracy and ability to deliver news investors can use. It’s what keeps us inventing and re-inventing, all the time. We are seeking an experienced, energetic and self-starting reporter to join our team in covering Ghana and West Africa -- with a particular focus on the Sahel. You are someone with a strong network of sources who is at ease covering daily breaking news as well as adept at pulling together enterprise stories that paint the big picture for a global audience. You will work with a team of reporters and editors across Africa -- and globally -- and be responsible for staying on top of the regional political and economic development that will impact businesses, markets and the economy. You will help cover some of the top regional companies that are major players in key sectors such as energy, mining, banking and telecoms. You need a collaborative attitude and must embrace an all-hands-on deck approach, which means often taking the lead in writing or even editing copies from freelance correspondents across the region. You will have opportunities to explore multiple formats to tell a story, be it through a long-form article, a chart or a video package. **We'll trust you to:** + Cover daily breaking news from press briefings, media statements and credible sources + Handle headlines accurately and competitively, including from other reporters + Pitch and write stories that give business readers a better understanding of Ghana and West Africa + Develop government, political, industry and other sources to produce exclusive stories + Work as a key member of the Ghana bureau, including doing bureau shifts + Be committed to the best journalistic practices, sound judgment and willingness to learn + Collaborate with other reporters and editors around the world + Be comfortable with using technology and new tools **You'll need to have:** + At least five years of experience in journalism, preferably in financial and business reporting + Fluency in spoken and written English and French + Proven ability to write clean, clear and accurate stories on deadline + Knowledge of how financial markets, the economy and corporations function + Knowledge of the process involved in government policy making + Bachelor's degree or equivalent + Demonstrated continuous career growth within an organization **We'd love to see:** + A desire to produce multi-media stories Life at Bloomberg is many things, but it’s never dull. We’re a truly global business with a truly diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive and collaborative, and provide a work environment that inspires our employees to be their best. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and programs to support you and your family through different life stages, from parental leave to generous retirement savings plans. **If this sounds like you:** Apply if you think we're a good match. We'll get in touch to let you know what the next steps are, but in the meantime feel free to have a look at this: Discover what makes Bloomberg unique - watch our for an inside look at our culture, values, and the people behind our success. Bloomberg is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Bloomberg is a disability inclusive employer. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made for the recruitment process. If you would prefer to discuss this confidentially, please email amer_recruit@bloomberg.net