BBC World Service News Editor, Horn of Africa Languages Jobs in Kenya

BBC World Service News Editor, Horn of Africa Languages Jobs in Kenya; BBC World Service is creating a new Horn of Africa Language Services Unit in Nairobi, bringing together BBC Somali, BBC Afaan Oromo, BBC Tigrinya, and BBC Amharic under a single editorial leadership structure.

This is one of the most significant editorial leadership opportunities in the World Service: a chance to shape how the BBC serves millions across Ethiopia, Somalia, and the wider Horn of Africa diaspora during a moment of profound political, humanitarian, and digital change.

Why Join the Team
The News Editor is the BBC’s single editorial voice for the region. You will set strategic direction across four language services, lead a shared on‑demand production hub, and drive a digital‑first approach that deepens reach and relevance — particularly among young women, the most underserved and fastest‑growing audience segment.

You will work through four Assistant Editors who hold day‑to‑day editorial responsibility for their services, creating conditions for collaborative journalism that none could achieve alone.

Key Responsibilities and Impact