News Editor, Horn of Africa Languages Job BBC

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and Impact:Set and implement the editorial strategy for the Horn of Africa Language Services, translating BBC World Service priorities into a coherent regional vision that each language service can pursue with confidence and ambition.Lead the transformation of the four language services to truly digital-first, video-led services, creating a culture of editorial ambition, personal accountability, mutual respect and continuous learning.Lead a geographically dispersed editorial team spanning multiple languages, cultures and working contexts, building a cohesive group identity without eroding individual service distinctiveness.Line manage four Assistant Editors and one Senior Journalist Team Manager, providing strategic direction, performance oversight, editorial mentorship and career development.Lead the unit’s digital strategy, developing a coherent, platform-specific approach to YouTube, social media, WhatsApp and BBC digital products that grows reach and engagement across all four services.Commission and champion ambitious journalism, including investigations, documentaries, data journalism and long-form and mid-form video, that individual services could not produce alone, using the Production Hub as the engine for delivery.Act as the BBC’s single editorial interlocutor for the Horn of Africa in senior internal forums and with external stakeholders.Your

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and ExperienceEssential Criteria:Proven track record of editorial leadership at a senior level in journalism, with a strong record of producing ambitious, high-impact journalism in complex political environments.Demonstrated success in breaking down organisational silos and building collaborative cultures.Proven track record of developing and implementing successful data-led video strategies that delivered measurable digital growth.Experience of leading teams through significant organisational change, with the interpersonal skill and emotional intelligence to do so with transparency and care.Deep knowledge of East Africa, particularly Ethiopia and Somalia, their politics, societies, languages and media landscapes.Experience of driving audience growth specifically among young and female audiences, including through digital-first and video-led content strategies. Deep understanding of audience analytics, search optimisation and platform performance metrics.Strong communication

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in English and at least one of the unit’s working languages (Somali, Amharic, Afaan Oromo or Tigrinya), both written and verbal, with the ability to represent the BBC effectively in senior internal and external forums.How 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. Using an A.I-generated CV but not getting interviews? & get it reviewed by our recruiters.Related Posts BBC Jobs in Kenya, News Editor Jobs in Kenya Career Lessons & ExperiencesThe Interview I Almost Didn’t Attend That Changed My CareerPosted on June 25, 2026The Hardest Career Lesson I Learned: Being Good at Your Job Is Not EnoughPosted on June 18, 2026How Peter Broke Free from 7 Years of Career StagnationPosted on June 9, 2026Labour Laws – Know Your RightsCan an Employer Withdraw a Job Offer After You Have Resigned?Posted on June 25, 2026Your Employer Says the Company Is Struggling—Can They Legally Cut Your Salary?Posted on June 18, 2026What Are Your Rights When Your Position Is Declared Redundant?Posted on June 10, 2026Employer TestimonialsHow We Trained Inuka Africa’s Regional Managers on Ownership, Accountability & PerformanceSafaricom Sacco Recommends C.S.S Recruitment ServicesCold Stone & Dominos Pizza Testimonial On How We Have Recruited Key PositionsAAR Insurance Recomends Our Executive Recruitment ServicesHow We Trained Royal FloraHolland’s Sales TeamCV Review & Writing ServiceA.I CV Not Getting You Interviews? Professional CV Review + 3 Months of Free Recruitment Support.Many professionals are using A.I to write their CVs, expecting it to improve their chances of getting interviews — only to discover they are still not getting interviews.Let our recruitment team review your CV, fix what’s missing, and help position you for opportunities.Stop Guessing. Start With a Free CV Review. Recruiter Advice & TipsHow To Write A Great CV To Target Your Next JobWhy Every Business Needs a Customer-Centric CultureBrowse Your Job CategoryAccounting JobsAdministration JobsAudit JobsBanking JobsCommunication JobsCredit Control JobsCustomer Service JobsDirector JobsDriver JobsEngineer JobsFinance JobsGraphic Designer JobsHealth & Safety JobsHotel JobsHuman Resource JobsInformation Technology JobsInternships JobsJournalism JobsLegal JobsLogistics JobsMedia JobsNGO JobsProcurement JobsPublic Relations JobsQuality Control JobsQuantity Surveyor JobsSales & Marketing JobsQuantity Surveyor JobsTechnician JobsTours & Travel JobsJobs In Kenya TodayOnline Professional CertificationsPublic Speaking CourseProject Management TrainingPMP Exam CourseMonitoring & Evaluation CertificationAdvanced Excel ClassDigital Marketing ClassMaster HR

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