Broadcast Journalist - Nigeria (Igbo Service) 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 to fill the position below:

Job Title: Broadcast Journalist - Nigeria (Igbo Service)

Job Reference ID:17322
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Introduction

• We are looking for a Broadcast Journalist to join us whose digital journalism skills are top notch. 

Main Responsibilities

• As a BBC Journalist, you will work creatively across all digital platforms – audio, video and text to ensure that the Igbo Service output develops and grows a distinctive character and status in its target area.
• On a daily basis, you will engage actively with the audience ensuring consistency of output.
• You will be required occasionally to do field reporting when needed.

You will also be required to:

• Use a range of video, audio and digital equipment and information technology to research, write, assemble, edit and deliver outputs in the appropriate medium, to the highest professional standards
• May be required to present the content on radio, TV or online -this might be live or recorded
• May include the production and presentation of programmes - this might be live or recorded
• Exercise editorial judgment in developing story ideas and producing accurate and impartial journalism
• To undertake pre- and post-production and studio work, live and pre-recorded - use a range of video, audio and digital equipment and information technology to research, write, assemble, edit and deliver programmes in the appropriate medium, to the highest professional standards
• To liaise closely with other team members and with other departments in the BBC, to ensure that output material is shared, duplication is avoided, and best practice is upheld
• Take a lead within a team setting or on delivering a specific piece of journalism or project as appropriate
• To tailor different news treatments for different audiences ensuring that the output reflects the audiences we serve
• To prioritise and plan activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resources available
• To produce engaging packages through a range of production skills
• Delivering to tight deadlines while maintaining the highest editorial standards
• At all times to carry out duties in accordance with the BBC health and safety policy
• Shift work will be required which will include early mornings, late nights, weekends and public holidays.

Are you the right candidate?

• The successful candidate will have some experience within a media environment and of delivering creative output on online platforms.
• Knowledge of local, regional and international news and current affairs is essential.
• You will have knowledge of and recent experience of living in the target area, including a good understanding of the complexities of Nigeria.
• The ability to work under pressure and to react to breaking news is essential.

We are also looking for someone who has:

• Fluency and up to date knowledge of Igbo (written and spoken) and the ability to type quickly and accurately
• Fluency in English including complete comprehension of written and spoken English and the ability to communicate effectively
• Familiarity with video editing and writing for pictures and understanding social media
• Familiarity with news production systems, and a willingness to learn to operate new technology and to be able to adapt to different working methods
• The ability to write creatively in an engaging manner, produce and translate with accuracy, clarity and style appropriate to a young audience
• Familiarity with the internet and an awareness of the potential of new technology
• A demonstrable interest in working in a multimedia environment and in encouraging audience involvement
• Familiarity with the region to which the Service broadcasts and an understanding of the region’s history, politics, social issues and culture as well as the changing needs of the audience
• A good knowledge of, and interest in, international current affairs, particularly in so far as they affect the target areas
• A good broadcasting voice and the ability to acquire the appropriate presentation style is desirable
• A willingness to understand and adopt the editorial aims and policies of BBC and to abide by BBC.

Application Closing Date
30th January, 2025.