BBC Jobs in Kenya
The BBC is an international multimedia broadcaster on radio, TV, online and social networks with a weekly global audience of 320 million. As part of an historic and exciting expansion of BBC Africa, the BBC World Service is launching new Business daily and weekly TV programme and innovative digital content alongside existing African business output
BBC Broadcast Journalist Discussion Programmes Jobs in KenyaResponsibilitiesMultimedia Journalists are responsible for all aspects of discussions output including the production and presentation of live and recorded content, reporting, presenting, script-writing, packaging, translating, and compiling TV programmes.
Multimedia Journalists produce accurate, informed and interesting news and programming. They are versatile with proven journalistic skills or equivalent experience, good on-screen presence and broadcast voice, energy, creativity, flexibility and an in-depth understanding of the news, politics, culture and social issues relevant to an African audience.
In addition, all of our journalists are involved in creating digital video for our website and social platforms, and writing for our website.
They work on social platforms also to promote our content and engage with our audiences
The Ideal Candidate
First class communication skills in written and spoken English.
Ability to communicate effectively in Swahili or another African language is preferable.
An excellent understanding of what audiences are looking for in TV, digital and social media platforms within the market.
Proven track record of coming up with ideas and seeing them through to delivery, ideally in a creative or media environment.
Exceptional knowledge of news, current affairs and discussions, in particular stories that appeal to an African audience and excellent contacts.
Relevant experience as a journalist, both in originating material and editing the work of others, is highly desirable.
Ability to write scripts and adapt with accuracy, clarity and style appropriate to differing audiences and forms of media.
An excellent broadcasting voice and strong reporting skills with the ability to perform with flair.
A demonstrable interest in working in a multimedia environment and in encouraging audience involvement.
A demonstrable interest in new media and how to exploit it for the BBC’s purposes.
Good keyboard/computer skills and the ability to acquire technical skills and to operate technical equipment.
An understanding of the BBC Africa’s distinctive news agenda and a wider interest in the strategy of the BBC as a whole.
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 16th April, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; BBC Broadcast Journalist Discussion Programmes Jobs in Kenya
BBC Broadcast Senior Broadcast Journalist Jobs in Kenya
Responsibilities
The Senior Multimedia Broadcast Journalist (Discussions) will have significant editorial responsibility and will be expected to plan, drive the creative vision and output the weekly TV show.
The post holder will plan and produce video and TV packages, carry out desk top editing, produce graphics, and arrange for guests to appear on our output.
Qualifications
First class communication skills in written and spoken English. Ability to communicate effectively in Swahili or another African language is preferable.
Exceptional knowledge of news, current affairs and discussion,
in particular stories that appeals to an African audience and excellent contacts.
Proven skills in creating TV programmes or visual content to highest standards.
Strong digital understanding and awareness.
Good team working skills both as a team leader and a team player.
Proven editorial judgement and the ability to make decisions under tight deadlines
Creativity and ideas generation.
Well-developed organisational skills and the ability to maintain a high standard of performance whilst under pressure.
An awareness of the latest broadcast technology.
An awareness of budget issues and delivering value for money.
Knowledge of the African media market and the changing needs of the audience.
Experience of making sound judgements on matters of editorial sensitivity.
Knowledge and practical experience of weekly and/or daily journalism.
A thorough knowledge of all the requirements of the BBC Producer Guidelines and Editorial policies.
Well-developed communication skills.
Strive for diversity of contributors, in terms of gender, ethnicity, disability and age.
Appreciate and demonstrate the BBC Values.
Resilience, determination, ambition, energy and enthusiasm.
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 16th April, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; BBC Broadcast Senior Broadcast Journalist Jobs in Kenya
BBC Broadcast Senior Researcher & Discussion Programmes Jobs in Kenya
Responsibilities
Under the guidance of a senior Journalist / Editorial Lead, the post holder is expected to gather information and updates, as well as selecting stories and sources which provide unique insights to users.
Qualification
An excellent level of spoken and written English. Swahili or another African language is also desirable.
Understanding of what audiences are looking for in digital and social media content.
Editorial judgment and the ability to spot a story
Ability to communicate effectively and to present complex information and ideas clearly and concisely
An interest in African news, current affairs and discussion content.
Willingness and enthusiasm to embrace new ways of working and new technology to find and analyse information and produce content and an ability to share/communicate what you know, or have learnt, to others in the team
Ability to understand and identify the needs of discussions audiences
Excellent attention to detail
Understanding user groups and target markets
Expertise in the collection, processing, analysis and visualisation of data (possibly including basic programming skills)
Experience as a journalist
Content creation, video shooting/editing skills or broadcast experience
A thorough knowledge of all the requirements of the BBC’s editorial policy
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 16th April, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; BBC Broadcast Senior Researcher & Discussion Programmes Jobs in Kenya
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