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  • Posted: Feb 22, 2018
    Deadline: Feb 22, 2018
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    The BBC World Service is the world's largest international broadcaster, broadcasting radio and television news, speech and discussions in 29 languages to many parts of the world on analogue and digital shortwave platforms, Internet streaming, podcasting, satellite, FM and MW relays. It was announced in November 2016 that The BBC World Service will start broa...
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    Broadcast Assistant (Crew Desk)

    We are looking for a Broadcast Assistant (Crew Desk) to join the Nairobi Bureau.

    Role Responsibility

    The Broadcast Assistant will assist the Deployment Editor by tracking and supporting the deployment of a number of reporters and shoot-edits. These staff will be working across a wide geographical area and on a range of stories. You will be responsible for ensuring the swift and smooth dispatch of crews and equipment from the office into the field; tracking their progress; liaising between crews, the deployment editor and/or programme teams. This role provides administrative support by assisting with filing or recording of material as requested, keeping an inventory of all equipment in the bureau as well as organising and attending planning meetings for production teams and travel bookings.

    The Ideal Candidate

    The successful candidate will have the ability to work effectively in both written and spoken English and Swahili, being able to communicate and present complex information and ideas clearly and concisely. You will have experience of carrying out tasks where attention to detail is particularly important and a thorough and accurate approach to fact checking, note-taking and record keeping. Being highly organised with excellent time management skills is important as well as being able to demonstrate experience of working in a fast changing environment, meeting tight deadlines. A keen interest in African and international news and current affairs is desirable.

    Package Description

    Reports to: Deployments Editor, Lagos

    Contract: Continuing

    You MUST have the right to work in Kenya before submitting your application

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to BBC World Service on careerssearch.bbc.co.uk to apply

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