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News Editor, Focus on Africa

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Kenya , Nairobi

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Focus on Africa is BBC’s flagship news and current affairs programme for our audiences in Africa and those interested in African stories across the world. The programme, across TV, radio and digital/social platforms, aims to provide a comprehensive view of the diverse experiences, cultures, and challenges facing African nations and their people. This includes engaging stories on politics, economics, environment, health, and social issues, along with highlighting achievements and innovations within Africa. Focus on Africa aims to bridge the gap between African societies and global audiences, offering a platform for voices that often go unheard. The programme seeks to foster understanding, promote dialogue, and celebrate the richness of African life by presenting high-quality journalism that motivates, educates, and informs viewers.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead the editorial vision of Focus on Africa, ensuring that all content reflects the multifaceted nature of Africa and resonates with our diverse audience
  • Set high editorial standards and provide creative direction
  • Ensure the editorial teams meet deadlines while maintaining high journalistic standards and responding promptly to breaking news
  • Collaborate with reporters, producers, and correspondents in Africa and beyond to identify and cover compelling stories
  • Oversee the research process, from story conception to final production, ensuring thorough fact-checking and editorial oversight
  • Spearhead the integration of digital media into our storytelling approach
  • Utilize digital platforms to engage younger audiences and expand our reach
  • Analyse audience data to inform editorial decisions and optimize content performance
  • Foster a culture of creativity and innovation within the team
  • Encourage the exploration of new formats and technologies, enhancing audience interaction and participation
  • Be responsible for piloting new ideas and measuring their impact
  • Mentor and inspire journalists and editors within the team, fostering their professional growth and enhancing their storytelling skills
  • Provide constructive feedback and support a collaborative work environment that values diverse perspectives
  • Be a key link between production operations and technical operations in the everyday business and evolving ambitions of the TV and radio/podcast output
  • Manage the budget for the Focus on Africa programme, ensuring efficient allocation of resources, and adhering to financial controls

Requirements:

  • Substantial experience of journalism and production
  • Recent track record in leading content production and output (TV, radio and digital) at a senior level with focus on Pan-African news
  • Expert knowledge of our audience’s needs, current market trends and challenges, and deep knowledge of editorial output processes
  • Evidence of strong editorial judgment and the ability to quickly identify and develop impactful stories that reflect complex issues and diverse perspectives
  • Experience of solving complex editorial and legal challenges, managing significant budgets and understanding key financial drivers
  • Experience of managing staff across locations, having nurtured talent and be internally and/or externally recognized as a promoter of diversity and inclusion
What we offer:
  • Fair pay and flexible benefits specific to your location and contract type
  • Excellent career and professional development
  • Support in your working life
  • Relocation Package

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 25, 2026

Expiration:
March 25, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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