Opportunity: News Editor at BBC Media Action (BBC Hausa)

BBC Media Action, the independent international charity of the BBC, is seeking a visionary and experienced News Editor to lead the BBC Hausa service. This is a high-impact editorial leadership role designed for a seasoned media professional capable of shaping the long-term vision and daily output of one of the BBC's most vital language services.

About the Role

As the News Editor, you will be the cornerstone of the BBC Hausa newsroom. You will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of accurate, impartial, and distinctive journalism that resonates with audiences across Northern Nigeria, Niger, Ghana, Cameroon, and the wider Hausa-speaking world. This role demands a leader who can navigate the complexities of a fast-changing media landscape, driving digital transformation while maintaining the gold-standard editorial integrity for which the BBC is renowned.

Key Responsibilities

Editorial Vision: Define and implement the editorial strategy, leading the daily news agenda across digital, audio, and video platforms.
Digital Transformation: Spearhead the shift toward mobile and social-first content, utilizing audience data to optimize impact and reach underserved communities.
Risk Management: Safeguard the BBC's reputation by ensuring all output strictly adheres to editorial guidelines regarding impartiality, accuracy, and fairness.
People Leadership: Foster an inclusive, high-performance culture by mentoring staff, managing recruitment, and supporting team wellbeing in a high-pressure environment.
Operational Excellence: Manage budgets effectively and ensure the safety and duty of care for journalists operating in complex environments.

Required Skills and Experience

To succeed in this role, you should possess:

Extensive editorial leadership experience, ideally within international or public service media.
A deep, nuanced understanding of Hausa-speaking audiences and the regional socio-political landscape.
Proven ability to drive digital growth and leverage data analytics for editorial decision-making.
Exceptional news judgment, specifically regarding sensitive and high-stakes reporting.
Fluency in Hausa and a strong command of the English language.

If you are a passionate media leader ready to drive impactful journalism that informs and engages millions, we encourage you to apply for this career-defining opportunity.