We are the BBC’s international charity. We are registered with the Charities and Societies Agency (CSA) of Ethiopia, with registration number 1118. We use the power of media and communication to help reduce poverty around the world. BBC Media Action has been working in Ethiopia since 2001 in the areas of media development, health, migration, resilience, women and youth empowerment, and livelihoods. 

BBC Media Action Ethiopia is recruiting a creative and highly motivated host for a new youth-focused television programme.

Overall Purpose of the Job

Under the direct supervision of a Senior Content Producer Amharic, the presenter shall work with producers and the technical team to deliver compelling, engaging, and entertaining programme that provides young people with information that helps them make informed decisions about jobs, skills/training, health and wellbeing and civic participation.

Applicants will be able to demonstrate strong television presentation skills that effectively delivers the programme’s communication objectives. They will be passionate, creative, and engaging, with the ability to adapt to various production challenges. The role will be part-time, based in our Addis Ababa office with possibility of traveling to other regions (mostly Addis Ababa and Amhara region). The presenter will work as part of the production team, taking part in planning meetings, scriptwriting, and other production processes.

Safeguarding

This role will involve working with vulnerable populations, including youth and adults. As such, the role will absolutely require effective working knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures in relation to protection of children and vulnerable adults. For the successful candidate, mandatory training will be provided on BBC Media Action’s safeguarding policy and staff code of conduct. A police background check will form part of the recruitment process. BBC Media Action operates a zero-tolerance policy concerning all forms of abuse and exploitation of vulnerable people.

Key Responsibilities

• To generate ideas that support the presentation of a thirty-minute youth-focused TV programme that is lively, entertaining, and informative. 
• To play a key role in the planning, conceptualization, and scripting rehearsing of contents
• Working with the technical team and content producers to ensure presentation styles and articulation of information is clear
• Interviewing guests in the studio or on field locations
• To display open-mindedness and willingness to collaborate and share ideas with the production team
• To comply with the BBC’s editorial guidelines and policies and to apply the principles when carrying out the role
• To comply with all relevant BBC safety rules, procedures, and guidelines

REPORTS TO: Senior Content Producer Amharic              

Term of contract: Fixed term for Nine Months

CONTRACT: Local terms and conditions. Only eligible for Ethiopian Nationals or those legally able to work in Ethiopia.  

Job Requirements

• At least a Diploma in Journalism, communication, development studies, or related the fields in social sciences
• Experience in presenting television programs is an advantage, but anyone with passion, interest, talent, and ability to host a TV program can also apply 
• Must be female between the ages of 20 and 32
• Must have strong communication and presentations skills
• Creativity and problem-solving skills
• Experience in presenting ideas in compelling and engaging ways
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Knowledge of TV program/video content production is an advantage
• Understanding of youth issues—employment, skills, health, and civic participation is an advantage
• Fluency in written and spoken Amharic is required
• Functional written and spoken English is required
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages is required
• A proven record of creative storytelling and presentation for social and behavior change communication purposes will be an advantage

Key competencies:

The following competencies (behaviors and characteristics) have been identified as key to success in the job. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate these competencies.

• Managing Relationships – has an ability to establish rapport quickly and effectively with new people/contacts. Takes care to maintain and develop existing relationships. Works harmoniously with a wide range of people and deals sensitively with contributors as well as with colleagues. Understands the demands and pressures on others
• Influencing and Persuading – able to present sound and well-reasoned arguments to convince others. 
• Developing Others – able to recognize potential (managerial, professional, artistic or otherwise). Willing to foster the development of potential in others. Creates a climate in which potential can be realized
• Creative Thinking – able to come up with creative ideas and turn them into compelling and high impact contents. Respectful and collaborative approach to creative ideas of colleagues
• Planning and organization – able to think ahead in order to establish efficient and appropriate course of action for self and others. Ability to prioritize, taking into account all the relevant issues and factors, such as deadlines, staffing and resources
• Teamwork – able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people, as opposed to working separately or competitively
• Resilience – can manage emotions in the face of pressure, setbacks or when dealing with provocative situations. Demonstrates an approach to work that is characterized by commitment, motivation and energy.
• Flexibility – able to adapt and work effectively in a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Able to understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to change or easily accept changes in one’s own organization or job requirements
• Time and Stress Management – good time management and ability to prioritize a heavy workload under pressure
• Self-development – able to identify and apply opportunities for learning and development

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit updated CV with a cover letter to info@et.bbcmediaaction.org within 10 days from the date of announcement of this post. Kindly mention job title in the subject line while submitting an email application. Application can also be submitted by post to BBC Media Action, Addis Ababa, House 540, Bole Woreda 04 near Caravan Hotel, Addis Ababa, and P.O. Box 29178. The selection process may include an interview and auditioning. 

Note: Use " Female Television Presenter/ Host " as the subject line of your email !