2 Job Positions of Journalist at ADEPR Church I Deadline 16 June 2025)
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
ABOUT ADEPR
The Pentecostal Church of Rwanda – ADEPR Church is a faith-based organization that was originated in the 1940s in the Gihundwe Region, located in the western part of Rwanda. The church’s Mission revolves around spiritual growth and community transformation through various social and economic activities, including education, healthcare, and poverty reduction. Today, the ADEPR Church boasts an impressive presence with 3,141 Local Churches and 2,820,813 members across all regions of Rwanda, according to the Population Census of 2022. The church has played a significant role in holistically transforming the Rwandan community.
Our mission
1º To preach the Gospel of Jesus-Christ and teach the Word of God according to the Holy Bible;
2º To promote social welfare and good relationships and economic development of beneficiaries focusing on health services,
education and other development activities.
Our vision
The vision of ADEPR Church is transforming the lives of people in a holistic way through preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Our Values
Christ-Centeredness, Love, Stewardship, Accountability, transparency, Integrity, Commitment.
The ADEPR Church is looking for hiring qualified, dedicated and experienced candidates to meet with Strategic Plan of 5 years (2024 – 2028) expectations and fulfil the positions. Only interested candidates who strictly meet the criteria should apply for this position and have to send their application file (CV, Academic certificate, Motivation letter and Pastor’s Recommendation) via the email: hr.recruitment@adepr.rw and we will only be contacting shortlisted applicants. Deadline is 16/06/2025 at 05:00 pm.
ROLE AND TITLE:
POSITION: Journalist
Number of Positions: 2
PLACE OF WORKING: Headquarter/Office of the Associate Senior Pastor
SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Attend daily editorial meetings to plan and discuss news coverage, story ideas, and program content.
- Generate ideas for stories, features, and news reports, ensuring relevance to the audience and station’s mission.
- Research and investigate news stories, gathering factual and credible information from various sources.
- Write, edit, and submit high-quality bulletins, headlines, and reports for broadcast.
- Conduct ethical and unbiased reporting, adhering to journalistic integrity and professional standards.
- Conduct interviews with key sources, experts, and eyewitnesses to provide depth and accuracy in reporting.
- Produce live broadcasts, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and engaging delivery.
- Cover press conferences, events, and breaking news in a timely and professional manner.
- Collaborate with producers, editors, and technical teams to enhance content quality and presentation.
- Stay updated on current affairs, industry trends, and emerging stories to provide timely and insightful reporting.
- Utilize digital media platforms to publish and promote news content, increasing audience reach and engagement.
- Adapt storytelling techniques to fit radio, Television, and digital formats effectively.
- Ensure compliance with media regulations, copyright laws, and ethical journalism practices.
- Engage with listeners and viewers by responding to feedback, comments, and inquiries about broadcasts.
- Contribute to special programs, investigative reports, and feature segments as required.
- Any other duties assigned by the supervisor to support the station’s journalistic and editorial goals.
REQUIREMENTS (EDUCATION, PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communication, Literature, or a related field with minimum of two (2) years of experience in media, with a strong background in news reporting, storytelling, and content creation.
- Proficiency in English and/or French and Kinyarwanda to facilitate communication; knowledge of Swahili is an added advantage.
- Strong understanding of digital media reporting, including multimedia journalism, social media integration, and audience engagement.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for effective interaction with audiences, interviewees, and colleagues.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and operate with minimal supervision.
- Familiarity with media ethics, fact-checking, and journalistic integrity in reporting.
- Experience in conducting interviews, investigative journalism, and producing high-quality content for radio and TV.
- Adaptability to emerging media trends and the ability to use modern broadcasting and editing tools.
- High level of professionalism, accuracy, and creativity in content production.
- Strong alignment with ADEPR Church’s Vision, Mission, Values, and Doctrine.
Done at Kigali, on May 29, 2025
Reverend Isaie NDAYIZEYE
Senior Pastor of ADEPR Church
