Assistant Editor – Yoruba Service

About the role

The Assistant Editor for BBC Yoruba leads the day‑to‑day editorial output of the service, supporting the Nigeria Languages Editor and reporting to the News Editor. The role ensures the delivery of independent, impartial journalism to audiences across West Africa and the global diaspora, while maintaining editorial autonomy and rigor.

Key responsibilities

• Commission, shape and deliver high‑impact original journalism, including exclusives, investigations and explainers.
• Collaborate with other Assistant Editors and the News Editor to set shared editorial priorities and coordinate cross‑service coverage.
• Develop and implement a data‑led video strategy aimed at growing reach among younger and female audiences.
• Use audience insight, analytics and platform trends to inform commissioning, distribution and editorial decisions.
• Apply performance data to editorial planning, track growth, evaluate success against targets and adjust content mix accordingly.
• Embed a culture of performance awareness within the team, helping journalists understand drivers of engagement.

Required profile

• Proven editorial judgement and the courage to uphold BBC Editorial Guidelines under pressure.
• Strong journalistic instincts with a clear digital ambition.
• Experience leading editorial output in a fast‑moving news environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple language services.

Required skills

• Deep understanding of BBC Editorial Guidelines and impartial journalism standards.
• Competence in using audience analytics and data‑driven decision‑making tools.
• Experience developing video‑centric content strategies.
• Ability to translate performance data into actionable editorial plans.