Lead Journalism Mentor

BBC Media Action is seeking an experienced Lead Journalism Mentor to support journalists in Fiji and Papua New Guinea. The successful candidate will provide high-level editorial guidance and capacity strengthening to local journalists and journalism mentors, with a focus on producing impactful public interest media content that meets international standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Mentor up to twelve South Pacific journalists in Fiji and Papua New Guinea to enhance journalistic skills and strengthen content quality.
• Provide expert editorial support grounded in international journalistic and ethical standards.
• Guide local journalism mentors to improve their coaching and editorial oversight capacities.
• Support journalists in producing public interest media informed by BBC Media Action’s audience research data.
• Strengthen audience engagement strategies to maximise reach across both countries.
• Deliver mentorship primarily on-site in Fiji and PNG, with limited remote mentoring as needed during local working hours.
• Collaborate closely with the Project Director and project teams to ensure alignment with programme goals.

Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience in journalism, reporting, or editorial leadership.
• Strong track record of mentoring, coaching, or training journalists.
• Deep understanding of international editorial standards and ethical journalism principles.
• Experience producing or guiding public interest media content.
• Strong ability to work cross-culturally and adapt guidance to local contexts in the Pacific region.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel extensively within Fiji and Papua New Guinea throughout the contract period.
• Fluency in English; strong writing and reporting skills.

Deadline: 25 November 2025.

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