General Manager / Chief Executive Officer Job at the Newspaper Proprietors' Association of Nigeria

The Newspaper Proprietors' Association of Nigeria or NPAN is a professional body concerned with the regulation of journalism in Nigeria. One of its major functions, is to investigate complaints against the press from the public and also to investigate complaints from the press about the conduct of people or organizations towards the press. NPAN acts as a buffer between the press and the public.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: General Manager / Chief Executive Officer (GM / CEO)
Job Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary 

• 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: azuishiekwene@gmail.com 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.