BFBS Gurkha Radio
Assistant Reporter x 2

Essential Requirements/Competencies 

• Graduate in Journalism and Mass Communication or equivalent with relevant experience in a broadcast environment.

• At least two years of experience as a radio/TV/news portal reporter at local, regional or national level. A good background in Nepali and International current affairs as well as British Gurkha military history will be a distinct advantage. 

• Excellent broadcasting voice and good reporting skills with the ability to perform with flair and creativity on all platforms.

• Must be able to identify news stories.

• Must have skills and experience gained within a newsroom environment; reporting, writing, editing, and reading news bulletins, with a good knowledge of new media. 

• Must have a strong command of both written and spoken English and Nepali.

• Must be able to work under pressure and take direction from the news desk editors. 

• Willing to work shifts, including overnights. 

Job Description 

• Work as part of the news team in Kathmandu, responsible for delivering hourly radio news bulletins.

• Carry out necessary tasks to ensure radio, video, online and social media content is produced to the required standards. 

• Produce and present radio interviews. 

• Readiness for live reporting and field visits. 

• Ready to work shifts including weekends, public holidays and nights.