Bob, are you referring to "vertical jigging" or are you referring to "jigging rod" as a casting/trolling/vertical jigging/etc. rod ??
Vertical jigging ... I'd recommend at least a 10' rod, and would go up to a 12' rod ... but, that would depend on your preference & budget. The reel just has to balance the rod, since it's primary function is to hold line. The line, if mono ... I'd stick with 6-8lb test. If you use braid, I'd say 8/1 or 10/2 would suffice.
... pappy