Senior Journalist – Amharic Service

About the role

The Senior Journalist will play a leading role in shaping and delivering BBC Amharic journalism across digital, video, audio and social platforms. Working closely with the Assistant Editor and colleagues across the Horn of Africa services, you will drive the service’s digital transformation, grow audiences and uphold the highest editorial standards.

Key responsibilities

• Produce, edit, commission and publish high‑quality journalism for digital, video, social, audio and radio platforms.
• Support major news stories, investigations, explainers and original journalism, ensuring timely and engaging output.
• Use audience insights, analytics and performance data to inform content decisions and improve reach.
• Collaborate with Horn of Africa services and wider BBC teams to coordinate coverage and share knowledge.
• Develop digital storytelling, visual journalism and emerging formats that engage younger and underserved audiences.
• Apply BBC Editorial Guidelines at all times, maintaining accuracy, impartiality and fairness.

Required profile

• Significant experience producing high‑quality journalism in a fast‑paced, multimedia news environment.
• Strong editorial judgement and the ability to identify, develop and tell distinctive stories that resonate with target audiences.
• Proven experience creating content for digital‑first audiences, with a solid understanding of video, social media and mobile journalism.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining editorial excellence.

Required skills

• Video production
• Social media platforms
• Mobile journalism