About the Role

The BBC World Service aims to inform, educate and entertain audiences worldwide. As an Assistant Editor, you will play a crucial role in shaping our content and ensuring its quality and accuracy. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a globally recognized news organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the editorial planning and production of news content across various platforms.
• Edit and proofread articles, scripts, and other editorial materials for clarity, accuracy, and style.
• Fact-check information and ensure adherence to BBC editorial guidelines.
• Collaborate with journalists, producers, and other team members to deliver high-quality content.
• Contribute to the development of editorial strategies and content ideas.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience in journalism, editing, or a related field.
• Excellent command of English, with strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Knowledge of current affairs and international news.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• A degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related discipline is desirable.

Additional Information

This is a full-time position based in Nairobi. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

• Assist in the editorial planning and production of news content across various platforms.
• Edit and proofread articles, scripts, and other editorial materials for clarity, accuracy, and style.
• Fact-check information and ensure adherence to BBC editorial guidelines.
• Collaborate with journalists, producers, and other team members to deliver high-quality content.
• Contribute to the development of editorial strategies and content ideas.

• Excellent command of English, with strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Knowledge of current affairs and international news.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Proven experience in journalism, editing, or a related field.
• A degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related discipline is desirable.