SEO Content Manager / Journalist / Blogger
Kampala, Central Region, Uganda · Full Time
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- Experience
- 2+ yrs
- Salary
- —
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 2 weeks ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Journalism, Mass Communication, Marketing, English, Technology, or a related field
- Eligibility
- Experienced candidates with backgrounds in content writing, journalism, blogging, digital publishing, or SEO content are encouraged to apply. A relevant degree is preferred.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
About the Role
Itunda Technologies Ltd is looking for an experienced SEO Content Manager / Journalist / Blogger to help expand website visibility through well-crafted, search-focused content. This position is designed for someone who can transform audience interest and search demand into content that attracts traffic and supports business growth.
What You’ll Do
- Plan, draft, edit, and publish website content designed for search performance.
- Produce blog posts, guides, landing page copy, evergreen articles, and routine website updates.
- Carry out keyword research and assess search intent before creating content.
- Develop and maintain a weekly and monthly content schedule.
- Improve on-page SEO elements such as titles, meta descriptions, headings, URLs, image alt text, and internal links.
- Update older content to strengthen rankings and increase organic traffic.
- Review competitor websites to spot content opportunities and missing topics.
- Study Google search results to understand the kinds of pages that are ranking.
- Make sure all published material is original, accurate, helpful, clear, and well organized.
- Upload, format, and manage content in WordPress or a similar CMS.
- Monitor content results through Google Search Console, Google Analytics, or other SEO platforms.
- Prepare weekly updates on content output, ranking movement, traffic changes, and planned next steps.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in content writing, journalism, blogging, digital publishing, or SEO content creation.
- Strong command of English, including writing, editing, and proofreading.
- Solid understanding of SEO writing, keyword usage, and search intent.
- Experience running a blog, content calendar, or website content section.
- Basic working knowledge of WordPress or another content management system.
- Ability to research thoroughly and produce original work.
- Capability to assess competitor content and recommend improvements.
- Exposure to tools like Google Search Console, Google Analytics, Ahrefs, SEMrush, Ubersuggest, or similar tools is an added advantage.
- High attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines.
- A degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, Marketing, English, Technology, or a related discipline is preferred.
Preferred Skills
- SEO-focused copywriting
- Editorial and blog writing
- Content calendar planning
- Keyword research
- Competitor benchmarking
- WordPress content publishing
- Internal linking strategy
- Content updating and optimization
- Performance reporting
- Careful use of AI writing tools
Application Details
Applicants are expected to share their CV, published writing examples, SEO article samples, links to blogs or websites they have contributed to, any proof of ranking or traffic results, expected salary, and interview availability. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Working Arrangement
This is a full-time, on-site role based in Kampala, Uganda. The working schedule runs from Monday to Saturday, and the position sits within the SEO / Content / Digital Marketing department.
Additional Information
This job post was adapted from an existing SEO hiring structure.