(Last Date: 9 June 2025)
📌 Job Reference: 20423 | 📍 Location: Islamabad, Pakistan | 💼 Contract: Permanent
Job Introduction
The Job Senior Journalist Reporter BBC- Islamabad is at BBC World Service is a global leader in impartial journalism. It seeks a Senior Journalist (Reporter) for its Urdu and Indian Languages teams. This role delivers high-impact news coverage to 364 million weekly audiences across digital, TV, and radio platforms.
✅ Key Highlights:
- Produce multilingual content (Urdu/English) for Pakistan & India.
- Work on breaking news, features, and investigative reports.
- Collaborate with video journalists and graphic designers.
📋 Main Responsibilities
| Role | Details |
|---|---|
| Content Creation | Develop original stories for digital/TV/social media. |
| Editorial Leadership | Ensure compliance with BBC’s editorial guidelines. |
| Multimedia Production | Script, edit, and present news in text/audio/video formats. |
| Deadline Management | Deliver high-quality work under tight schedules. |
| Audience Engagement | Use analytics to tailor content for Urdu/Hindi-speaking audiences. |
🎯 Are You the Right Candidate?
Essential Qualifications
✔ Experience: 5+ years in Pakistan/India-focused journalism.
✔ Languages: Fluency in Urdu & English (Hindi/Punjabi a plus).
✔ Skills: Digital storytelling, video editing, social media trends.
Desirable Traits
- Expertise in South Asian geopolitics.
- Familiarity with BBC editorial policies.
- Ability to work flexible hours/shifts.
📦 Job Package & Benefits
💰 Salary: Competitive (Negotiable)
🕒 Hours: 35-hour flexible workweek
🌍 Perks:
- Career development via BBC Academy.
- Health insurance & travel allowances.
- Inclusive workplace (Diversity & Inclusion initiatives).
📅 Application Deadline: 28th May 2025
📝 How to Apply
- Click “Apply Online” below.
- Log in to your BBC Careers account.
- Submit your CV + cover letter.
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🔍 Why Join BBC?
- Impact: Reach millions with trusted journalism.
- Growth: Unmatched training programs.
- Diversity: Equal opportunity employer.
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Application Period:
- Opens: Autumn 2025 (October & December phases)
- Closes: Typically 6-8 weeks after opening (varies by scheme)
🎓 Program Start Date:
- Successful applicants begin: September 2026
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