Reporter, Sport - West Africa (Senior Journalist) at BBC

Role Responsibility

• To compile and present engaging content offering new perspectives and deeper exploration of sport news stories, interviews, profiles and analysis
• Produce a wide range of creative ideas to engage audiences across different linear and digital platforms
• Identify, develop and package original stories and other content for various BBC platforms
• Build and maintain regional contacts and provide timely warning of developing stories and trends

Are you the right candidate?

• Bilingual language expertise is essential: A full command and up to date knowledge of a key world Service regional language as first (or equivalent) language as well as complete comprehension of written and spoken English and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Expert knowledge of a variety of sports and issues impacting the industry and sport personalities on the continent, an enthusiasm for the topic
• A record of live reporting as well as ability to tell stories in engaging style and pace
• This role will involve regional travel on short notice