BBC Focus on Africa: Career Opportunities in Nairobi - Apply Now
Job Introduction
Focus on Africa is BBC’s flagship news and current affairs program for our audiences in Africa and those interested in African stories across the world.
The program, across TV, radio and digital platforms, aims to provide a comprehensive view of the diverse experiences, cultures, and challenges facing African nations and their people. This includes engaging stories on politics, economics, environment, health, and social issues, along with highlighting achievements and innovations within Africa.
- Focus on Africa aims to bridge the gap between African societies and global audiences, offering a platform for voices that often go unheard.
- The program seeks to foster understanding, promote dialogue, and celebrate the richness of African life by presenting high-quality journalism that motivates, educates, and informs viewers.
- We are looking for highly successful Journalists to produce impactful content for Focus on Africa TV and radio programs as well as its digital livestreams and assets.
- The journalist will have the experience of handling breaking news and rolling coverage and good understanding of our audience needs.
You will have extensive experience of working on a TV, radio or podcast program and in-depth knowledge of digital production.
This work-from-office job is based in Nairobi and highly qualified candidates living outside Kenya are encouraged to apply. We can offer the BBC’s standard Relocation Package to the successful candidate who might need to relocate to Kenya.
Main Responsibilities
Research, pitch, and produce compelling news stories and features tailored for TV and radio/podcast broadcasts. Ensure content is informative, accurate, and engaging, reflecting the diversity of African experiences and perspectives
Conduct interviews and gather information from various sources, including government officials, community leaders, and ordinary citizens
- To present news stories, reports, and features live on air for both radio/podcast and television. This includes adapting style and tone to suit different formats and audiences
- To ensure that BBC Editorial principles and all relevant legal, contractual and copyright requirements are met, referring upwards in cases of difficulty or doubt
- To work closely with editorial colleagues, producers, and field reporters to develop and execute story ideas. Participate in team discussions and contribute to the overall editorial direction of Focus on Africa
- To maintain up-to-date knowledge of current affairs, cultural happenings, and developments within Africa and beyond. Analyze trends and issues impacting the continent in order to produce timely and relevant news
- To oversee the digital presence of Focus on Africa, including social media platforms
- To coordinate with other BBC departments and international bureaus to source stories, enhance coverage, and collaborate on cross-platform features
- To build and maintain relationships with correspondents and contributors as needed
- To foster a culture of creativity and innovation within the team and to encourage the exploration of new formats and technologies, enhancing audience interaction and participation
- To build and maintain diverse contact lists; compile and distribute information with other members of the team
News Editor:
Lead Presenter (Radio/Podcast): https://careers.bbc.co.uk/job/Nairobi-Lead-Presenter%2C-Focus-on-Africa-%28radiopodcast%29-Nair-0-0100/818405802/
Assistant Editor (Focus on Africa TV): https://careers.bbc.co.uk/job/Nairobi-Assistant-Editor%2C-Focus-on-Africa-TV-Nair-0-0100/818406302/
Journalist: https://careers.bbc.co.uk/job/Nairobi-Journalist%2C-Focus-on-Africa-%28Nairobi%29-Nair-0-0100/818407502/
Senior Journalist (no link provided)
Highly qualified candidates living outside Kenya are encouraged to apply.
Relocation packages available.
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