Vacancy for a Reporter (Pidgin) at The BBC

Employment Nigeria 22-Jul-2017 LAGOS , Media and Publishing

The BBC 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 across various platforms.

POSITION : Reporter (Pidgin)

Role Responsibilities

Have some experience of reporting for a digital media organization. Fluent in Pidgin and English (written and spoken), you will have experience of field reporting, delivering creative output for digital and social media platforms.
Excellent knowledge of local, regional and international news and current affairs is essential, including a good understanding of a broad editorial agenda.
Will have knowledge of and recent experience of living in the target area, including a good understanding of the complexities of Nigeria. You will have good local contacts.
Work under pressure and react to breaking news is essential. You must be a self-starter, with a strong ability to work independently.
Must have work authorization for Nigeria.

The Candidate

Ability to convey story and programme ideas in an exciting way and to contribute fully to the planning process.
A knowledge of and aptitude for, using modern broadcast and recording (audio & video) digital technology.
A record of demonstrating good interpersonal skills and an understanding of the importance of working as a part of a team, especially at a distance, as well as working independently.
Ability to remain calm under pressure, apply sensible work priorities and pace him/herself through the assignment.
A full command of Pidgin as first (or equivalent) language is essential. An additional language - Hausa, Yoruba, or Igbo - is desirable.
An excellent understanding 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.
A good broadcasting voice and presence and the ability to acquire the appropriate presentation style to communicate effectively with listeners in Pidgin and English.
Experience of field reporting on political, economic and trending social issues is desirable. So is the ability to demonstrate a good range of contacts for interview purposes.
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 and an empathy with them is essential.

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Vacancy for a Reporter (Pidgin) at The BBC

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