journalist

Job Band

Band: C

Contract type: Permanent/Continuing

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Job Title: Journalist - Gender and Identity, BBC News Africa content hub 

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced digital journalist to lead the BBC's coverage of gender and identity issues in Africa. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape the way these issues are reported and understood by audiences around the world, and to develop innovative approaches to engaging younger and digitally-savvy audiences.

Role Overview

The journalist will lead the digital-first coverage of gender and identity issues across Africa and especially West Africa The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, researching, and producing high-quality digital content for a variety of platforms, with a focus on reaching and engaging younger and digitally-savvy audiences.Originate and produce, as part of a team, a wide variety of news and current affairs content for relevant output.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Developing and implementing a digital-first strategy for covering gender and identity issues in Africa, with a focus on engaging younger audiences.
• Identifying and researching stories of relevance to the African audience, with a focus on bringing new perspectives and insights on issues related to gender and identity.
• Producing high-quality digital content for a variety of platforms, including social media, mobile, video, and podcasts.
• Collaborating with other journalists and editors within the BBC to ensure that coverage of gender and identity issues is integrated into broader reporting on Africa.
• Monitoring audience feedback and data to optimize content performance and engagement.

Knowledge, Skills, Training & Experience

• A proven track record of producing high-quality digital content on gender and identity issues, preferably in an African context.
• Deep understanding of digital media and platforms, with the ability to produce engaging and informative content for a range of audiences.
• Strong editorial judgement, with the ability to identify and report on stories that are of relevance and interest to the African audience.
• A network of contacts and sources across Africa, particularly in relation to gender and identity issues.
• A degree in journalism, media, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Fluency in English and at least one other language spoken in Africa is preferred.