Journalist - Gender and Identity, BBC News Africa Content Hub at BBC World Service

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 multi-million pound expansion of BBC Africa, the BBC World Service is introducing a wide range of new and exciting language and regional content to serve African and global audiences.

We are recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Journalist - Gender and Identity, BBC News Africa Content Hub

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time
Band: C
Contract type: Permanent/Continuing

Role Overview

• The journalist will lead the digital-first coverage of gender and identity issues across Africa and especially West Africa
• The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, researching, and producing high-quality digital content for a variety of platforms, with a focus on reaching and engaging younger and digitally-savvy audiences.
• Originate and produce, as part of a team, a wide variety of news and current affairs content for relevant output.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Developing and implementing a digital-first strategy for covering gender and identity issues in Africa, with a focus on engaging younger audiences.
• Identifying and researching stories of relevance to the African audience, with a focus on bringing new perspectives and insights on issues related to gender and identity.
• Producing high-quality digital content for a variety of platforms, including social media, mobile, video, and podcasts.
• Collaborating with other journalists and editors within the BBC to ensure that coverage of gender and identity issues is integrated into broader reporting on Africa.
• Monitoring audience feedback and data to optimize content performance and engagement.

Knowledge, Skills, Training & Experience

• A Degree in Journalism, Media, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Fluency in English and at least one other language spoken in Africa is preferred.
• A proven track record of producing high-quality digital content on gender and identity issues, preferably in an African context.
• Deep understanding of digital media and platforms, with the ability to produce engaging and informative content for a range of audiences.
• Strong editorial judgement, with the ability to identify and report on stories that are of relevance and interest to the African audience.
• A network of contacts and sources across Africa, particularly in relation to gender and identity issues.

Application Closing Date
1st September, 2023.