Assistant Editor, BBC Tigrinya Job BBC

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and Impact:Lead BBC Tigrinya’s transformation to a digital-first, video-led service, creating a culture of editorial ambition, personal accountability, mutual respect and continuous learning.Develop and implement a data-led video strategy designed to drive measurable digital growth, with a focus on expanding reach among younger and female audiences.Use audience insight, analytics and platform trends to inform commissioning, distribution and editorial decision-making.Set the editorial agenda, prioritising stories that matter most to target audiences. Commission, edit and deliver high impact original journalism, including exclusives, investigations, explainers and digital-first content.Work actively with the other three Horn of Africa Assistant Editors and the News Editor to identify shared stories, avoid duplication and coordinate coverage of regional and cross-border events that cut across all four services.Commission and collaborate with the Horn of Africa Production Hub, using its video, production and digital distribution expertise to enhance original journalism rather than duplicating capability within the service.Skills and ExperienceEssential Criteria:Demonstrated experience of leading and developing teams, setting direction, managing performance and fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration.Strong track record of commissioning, shaping and delivering high-impact digital journalism, with a deep understanding of digital distribution (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and BBC platforms) and evidence of growing audiences. Proven track record of developing and implementing successful data-led video strategies, and experience delivering major production initiatives, such as launching formats, driving digital transformation or building operations from scratch.Experience of innovative solutions to storytelling challenges such as data journalism, and presenting analysis in ways that aid audience understanding. Advanced understanding of audience analytics, search optimisation and platform performance, with the ability to translate data into effective editorial decisions.Fluency in written and spoken Tigrinya and English, both written and verbal, with the ability to represent the BBC effectively in senior internal forums. Desirable:Proven ability to shoot, script and edit video stories using tools such as Final Cut Pro (FCPx) and QEdit, with the ability to deliver polished, engaging, audience-focused content which is optimised for digital platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and FacebookHow to Apply Many qualified professionals miss out on getting shortlisted and interviews — not because they lack experience, but because their CV doesn’t clearly show how they fit this specific job.🎯 Want to get an interview fast? Customize your CV specifically for this job.Using the same CV for every application will not get you interviews.Email your CV today to our Client Service Manager, Rose, using cvwriting@corporatestaffing.co.keSubject: CV Review & Upgrade.Rose and our recruiters will review your CV and show you exactly how to improve it for the job you are targeting. 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