Monitoring Journalist Editorial (Re-advertisement)

BBC Monitoring, Karen, Nairobi


BBC Monitoring’s Nairobi office is responsible for gathering news and information from the mass media across Africa and the Middle East around the clock. It also provides analyses, roundups, profiles and backgrounders on the key developments in the region

We are seeking to engage an experienced editor with an excellent command of the English language and a second major international language both written and spoken.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the ability to work under pressure as part of a team, and a willingness to work shifts, including nights and weekends.

Job Requirements
  • Degree in journalism, mass communication or humanities from a recognized university and three years experience OR 6 years experience working with a reputable media house
  • Ability to demonstrate sharp editorial skills
  • Excellent knowledge of international news and current affairs
  • Knowledge of regional current affairs and news, especially Middle East, Sudan, Somalia, Horn of Africa
  • Demonstrated analytical writing ability
  • Excellent social media and computer skills
  • Excellent planning and coordination skills
  • Excellent people and teamwork skills
Short-listed candidates will be required to sit editorial, language proficiency and general knowledge tests at our BBC Monitoring, Karen offices.

Successful candidates will later be invited for an interview.

To apply send a full CV and letter of application, illustrating in full your suitability for the job.

The deadline is 6 April 2012.

You may email your CV and letter to eaujobs@mon.bbc.co.uk

BBC is an equal opportunities employer

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

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