BBC World Service Journalist - Tigrinya Jobs in Kenya

BBC World Service; is creating a new Horn of Africa Language Services Unit in Nairobi, bringing together BBC Tigrinya, BBC Somali, BBC Afaan Oromo, and BBC Amharic under a single editorial leadership structure. BBC Tigrinya provides independent, impartial journalism for Tigrinya‑speaking audiences in Ethiopia and Eritrea. The service is transforming into a digital‑first, video‑led operation built around two editorial streams: On the Day and On Demand.

Why Join the Team

The Journalist is the core production resource across both streams, expected to work fluently across platforms and formats — writing web articles, filming, editing, presenting videos, voicing radio packages, and publishing social posts — often within the same shift.

Key Responsibilities & Impact

  • Write clear, accurate, engaging articles for the BBC Tigrinya website daily.

  • Produce and present short‑form video content (news moments, explainers, interviews, reactions) for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook, and Shorts.

  • Produce and present radio programmes or visualised podcasts.

  • Self‑shoot, present, and edit short video content using mobile or camera equipment.

  • Contribute to visualised podcasts and linear radio output, performing on screen and on air.

  • Research, script, film, and edit video content independently or collaboratively.

  • Develop and maintain contacts across the Horn of Africa for original newsgathering.

  • Contribute to live coverage of breaking news across all
    platforms, including livestreaming.

    Skills & Experience

    Essential Criteria

  • Proven ability to produce content across multiple digital platforms (website, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, radio).

  • Strong digital writing skills in Tigrinya, producing clear, accurate, SEO‑aware articles.

  • Experience producing and presenting short‑form video content for social media.

  • Practical experience self‑shooting video using mobile or camera equipment.

  • Confidence presenting to camera for broadcast and streaming audiences.

  • Experience producing radio content, including scripting and voicing packages.

  • Solid experience sourcing, verifying, and reporting news under deadline pressure.

  • Fluency in written and spoken Tigrinya and English, with ability to write, sub‑edit, and present professionally in both.

  • Knowledge of data‑driven content development, using analytics to inform commissioning and grow engagement.

    How to apply

    For more information and job application details, see; BBC World Service Journalist - Tigrinya Jobs in Kenya

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