LEAF is a leading business ecosystem for African entrepreneurs and global investors. They create world-class content, thought leadership, and platforms that connect innovative tech investors, drive impactful collaborations, and catalyze economic growth across Africa.

LEAF is seeking an External Associate / Editorial Assistant to join their research, content, and events team. This role involves creating high-value content, property reviews, and analysis for publication, helping to improve the quality of writing, refine drafts, support editorial processes, and bring clarity, structure, and discipline to how ideas are developed and presented.

• Job Location: Lagos (Hybrid)
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary: ₦250,000 Monthly

• Edit and write content for clarity, grammar, tone, and flow across multiple formats (reports, articles, scripts, presentations, etc.).
• Develop and maintain high-quality editorial content for various publications.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to implement complex ideas into compelling narratives.
• Support the development of content distribution plans and distribution strategies.
• Work closely with other LEAF staff members to develop and implement editorial strategies.
• Maintain editorial calendars and schedules.
• Manage junior editorial contributors on writing quality and commercial viability practices.
• Liaise with media, marketing, and production teams to align written materials for various channels (print, digital, video, audio, etc.).

• Minimum 2–5 years’ experience in editorial, communications, or brand leadership, with exposure to high-profile corporate, NGO, media, or thought leadership platforms.
• Proven ability to lead communications strategy and deliver measurable results.
• Strong command of English (written and spoken).
• Experience engaging audiences in investment, entrepreneurship, or African economic sectors.
• Demonstrated success in managing teams and cross-functional projects in fast-paced environments.

Preferred Attributes

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate complex information into accessible content.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-output environments.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
• Self-driven and proactive in suggesting content improvements.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply using the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfsYtDdmAPDepNfGEV-8NnB8l14E-uInj0dVeTjAatdPMiaeQ/viewform

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