Job Description
DEPARTMENT: FARSIGHT AFRICA GROUP — STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS, MEDIA & PRODUCTION UNIT
LOCATION: NAIROBI/MOGADISHU (WITH TRAVEL ACROSS EAST & HORN OF AFRICA)
REPORTS TO: HEAD OF STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS
About Farsight Africa Group
Farsight Africa Group is a strategy and implementation firm supporting governments, development partners, and multilateral institutions across Africa to improve service delivery and public trust. Through our Strategic Communications Department and our media/production unit, we design and deliver impactful storytelling combining journalism, film, and digital content to amplify evidence-based governance, recovery, and development outcomes. Our teams frequently produce content for UN agencies and international organizations for online broadcast and digital distribution.
Position Overview
We are seeking a dynamic Senior Journalist / Content Producer to lead content development and multimedia production for online TV and digital platforms. The role will plan, report, script, and produce compelling, credible stories on development, innovation, governance, and stabilization primarily on behalf of UN clients and other partners. The ideal candidate pairs strong editorial judgment with hands-on production expertise and can translate complex policy and programmatic themes into engaging digital content.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end production of news and feature stories for online TV and digital channels (researching, scripting, reporting, presenting, and packaging).
- Produce and manage assignments for UN clients and development partners, ensuring brand, consent, and safeguarding compliance.
- Conduct interviews and on-camera reports; coordinate field shoots, B-roll, and live/remote coverage.
- Oversee scripting, shot-lists, schedules, call sheets, and post-production (editing, voice-over, graphics, captions).
- Develop creative formats (explainers, mini-docs, short social, reels) that resonate with diverse audiences.
- Work closely with communications strategists to align outputs to campaign objectives, KPIs, and M&E frameworks.
- Represent Farsight at press events, briefings, and stakeholder engagements as assigned; mentor junior producers.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Studies, or related field.
- 5+ years in broadcast/digital/multimedia journalism with a strong on-air or bylined portfolio.
- Proven experience producing for TV/online platforms; UN/international development storytelling is highly desirable.
- Proficiency with camera operations, field audio, lighting, and professional NLEs (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut).
- Excellent writing, scripting, and interviewing skills; strong visual and narrative sense.
- Fluency in English and Somali (written and spoken) mandatory.
- Ability to work under pressure, travel to field locations, and meet tight deadlines.
- Experience with live broadcasting, motion graphics, and basic analytics is an added advantage.
Core Competencies
- Superior editorial judgment and ethical standards
- Strong research and stakeholder interviewing
- Production leadership and teamwork
- Mastery of multimedia tools and workflows
- Time management, adaptability, and attention to detail
Why Join Farsight
- Impactful regional and international assignments with UN and development partners
- A creative, mission-driven culture that values initiative and innovation
- Professional growth through mentorship and continuous learning
- Competitive, performance-aligned compensation
Farsight Africa Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace for all, regardless of gender, disability, ethnicity, age, religion, or background. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind.
How to apply
Send the following to jobs@farsightafrica.com with subject line: Application – Senior Journalist / Content Producer (Online TV)
- CV highlighting relevant broadcast/digital experience
- Cover letter outlining suitability and availability
- Links to published stories and video samples/showreel
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted