Role Responsibility
The Planning Broadcast Journalist will help and support the three Horn of Africa services in the coverage of Ethiopia and Eritrea in the most innovative, cost-effective and relevant manner primarily for Amharic, Tigrinya and Afaan Oromo, but also for the wider pan-African Hub.
You will support the three service editors in coordinating breaking news coverage and in particular liaising with them to ensure deployments and sharing of material across the wider BBC. You will also work with East Africa Planning SBJ to plan the production of longer term digital content across the region.
You will work with Services Editors to research and plan big interview bids which are relevant to the target area. You’ll also support reporters in delivering timely and standout coverage for BBC platforms in the three languages, as well as other languages in the region. You will be responsible for setting and managing realistic deadlines.
Are you the right candidate?
You will have experience within a digital media environment. Fluent in English and at least one of Amharic, Tigrinya and Afaan Oromo, you will have experience of delivering creative output. Field reporting experience is an advantage.
An excellent knowledge of local, regional and international news and current affairs is essential; so also a good understanding of a broad editorial agenda. You will have knowledge of and recent experience of living in the target area, and a good understanding of the complexities of the Horn of Africa region. Ability to work under pressure and react to breaking news is essential. Organisational skills are required.
Package Description
Continuing contract
Based in Nairobi, Kenya
Local terms and conditions apply
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