Journalist

JOB TITLE: Journalist
JOB BAND: С
CONTRACT TYPE: 12 month FTC
DEPARTMENT: BBC News Kyrgyz
LOCATION: London Broadcasting House. You will be required to go into the office 5 days a week.
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £28,000 - £37,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights. You will also receive a London Weighting allowance of £5,441.

We're happy to discuss flexible working. If you'd like to, please indicate your preference in the application – though there's no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
As part of a collaborative team, you will originate and produce a diverse range of news and current affairs content for BBC platforms. This role demands creativity, editorial judgment, and a commitment to delivering accurate, engaging stories that inform and inspire audiences. You’ll contribute to shaping output that reflects the BBC’s values, ensuring content is relevant, timely, and meets the highest standards of journalism.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM
BBC World Service is a global leader in trusted journalism. Mainly through the BBC World Service, BBC News reaches a global weekly audience of around 467 million people. BBC Kyrgyz, established in 1996, delivers contemporary, multimedia content to Kyrgyz-speaking audiences worldwide. Our output reflects BBC Values of accuracy and impartiality, free from commercial or political influence. Joining us means contributing to high-quality journalism that helps audiences make sense of the world with integrity and impact.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:
• Research, write, translate, edit, and adapt original content in Kyrgyz for TV, website, and social media platforms.
• Present programmes and digital content, moderate live streams, and conduct interviews in Kyrgyz and English when required.
• Create engaging storytelling for digital and social platforms, demonstrating strong audience understanding and creativity.
• Use and adapt to mobile filming, production, and editing tools, while embracing new technologies and workflows.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contributors, offering insights on Kyrgyzstan and Central Asia, and produce analytical pieces.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
• Full command of spoken and written Kyrgyz (first or equivalent language) and advanced English, with the ability to communicate effectively in both.
• Strong knowledge of Kyrgyz, Central Asian, and international affairs, alongside an understanding of Kyrgyz audience interests.
• Experience in digital journalism and social media, with awareness of emerging trends and challenges.
• Creativity to make content relevant and engaging for diverse audiences, especially women and young people.
• Ability to deliver high-quality journalism across platforms with accuracy, impartiality, and editorial integrity.

If you can bring some of these skills and experience, along with transferable strengths, we’d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.