The BBC World Service is the leading international broadcaster in Africa, reaching a weekly audience of more than 100 million across all platforms and Social Media. Globally, the BBC reaches a weekly audience of 320 million weekly across various platforms.
POSITION :Reporter (Igbo)
Responsibilities
- The BBC is looking for an excellent reporter to produce a dynamic range of digital, audio and video content which will appeal to a young audience.
- The successful candidate will have some experience of reporting for a digital media organization.
- Fluent in Igbo and English (written and spoken), you will have experience of field reporting, delivering creative output for digital and social media platforms.
- An excellent knowledge of local, regional and international news and current affairs is essential, including a good understanding of a broad editorial agenda.
- You will have knowledge of and recent experience of living in the target area, including a good understanding of the complexities of Nigeria.
- Ability to work under pressure and react to breaking news is essential.
- You must be a self-starter, with a strong ability to work independently.
- You must have work authorization for Nigeria.
The Ideal Candidate
- A good broadcasting voice and presence and the ability to acquire the appropriate presentation style to communicate effectively with listeners in Igbo and English
- Experience of field reporting on political, economic and trending social issues in Nigeria is desirable. So is the ability to demonstrate a good range of contacts for interview purposes.
- Updated in-depth knowledge of Igbo/Nigerian/West African affairs including social issues. A thorough knowledge of wider regional or international affairs will be an advantage.
- A good understanding of the needs of a young digitally-savvy audience in the region is essential.
- A full command and up to date knowledge of Igbo as first (or equivalent) language is essential. An additional language - Yoruba, Pidgin, Hausa - is desirable.
- An excellent knowledge of English including complete comprehension of written and spoken English for journalism and the ability to communicate effectively.
- A digital media background and social media journalism experience preferable, you will ideally have a strong screen presence for coverage online and on social media.
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