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  • Posted: Mar 14, 2018
    Deadline: Mar 27, 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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    Senior Broadcast Journalist (Digital)

    Job description

    Job Introduction

    We are looking for a Somali speaking, senior digital journalist to shape digital editorial development and delivery across all our digital platforms. You will be expected to help influence the growth of digital skills and approaches across the BBC Somali team.

    Role Responsibility

    BBC Somali thinks mobile first and you will be expected to use your extensive knowledge about the user experience to deliver exciting, visual journalism.

    The successful candidate will produce shareable content for online and social, including text stories, picture stories and videos. You will identify the latest apps, trends and digital story treatments which BBC Somali should be using.

    As a senior journalist you will take a lead around editorial problems, developing realistic, alternative strategies and approaches for yourself and your team. Line management duties will also be part of your role, including the development of staff.

    The Ideal Candidate

    • Significant recent experience as a digital journalist both in originating ideas and material and in editing the work of others.
    • A full command and up to date knowledge of spoken and written Somali as a first language.
    • A good knowledge of English including complete comprehension of written and spoken English and the ability to communicate effectively.
    • Excellent news and editorial judgment.
    • Ability to supervise the journalistic work of others and manage staff including assisting in their training and development. A good understanding of how to manage and motivate others.
    • Demonstrable track record of imaginative and advance understanding of social media and mobile platforms.

    For further information please read the job description which can be downloaded at the bottom of this page.

    Package Description

    Nine month fixed term contract

    Role based in Nairobi

    Local terms and conditions will apply

    Method of Application

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

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