Nigerian publisher Masobe Books is looking for experienced editors to join their team. If you have 2+ years of editing experience, an eye for a good story, impeccable editing skills, and are based in Lagos, apply ASAP!

Masobe Books was founded in April 2018 with the mission of bringing beautiful and exciting stories from talented African authors to readers’ doorsteps with ease and on time. Masobe is a word derived from the Isoko Language of the Isoko people from the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. It means ‘Let Us Read’.

Masobe Books was Brittle Paper’s 2021 Publishing House of the Year for their outstanding commitment to supporting authors and celebrating African books.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Minimum 2 years experience in related fields
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English
  • Must be based in Lagos, Nigeria.

To apply, compile a cover letter and your CV in one document. Email this document with subject as “Application for Editor” to [email protected] and make sure to CC [email protected].

Application Deadline: July 19, 2023

Good luck to all applicants!