BBC is one of the world’s most trusted public service broadcasters, delivering independent news and programming globally.
Through the BBC World Service, the organisation reaches millions of audiences across Africa via radio, television, digital platforms, and strategic media partnerships.
The Partnerships team plays a vital role in expanding audience reach, strengthening distribution channels, and identifying market growth opportunities across key regions.
Position: Partnerships Manager, West Africa
Job Band: D
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Department: BBC World Service
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Region Covered: Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, Sierra Leone, The Gambia (and other markets as required)
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Role Purpose
The Partnerships Manager will lead BBC World Service’s partnership activities across Anglophone West Africa.
The role involves developing strategic media collaborations, negotiating contracts, driving audience growth, and monitoring market developments across the region.
This is a market-facing leadership role requiring strong commercial judgement, regulatory understanding, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and execute a coherent partnerships strategy aligned with organisational growth plans
• Identify and secure strategic media and digital distribution partners
• Monitor competitor activities and key market developments
• Lead contract negotiations in collaboration with BBC Legal teams
• Implement systematic pricing policies and maintain performance reporting systems
• Work closely with Marketing, Strategic Planning, Business Operations, Audience Insights & Distribution teams
• Travel extensively across West Africa
• Recruit and manage staff where required
Essential Skills & Experience
• Strong understanding of the West African media landscape and regulatory frameworks
• Demonstrable experience in partnerships, media distribution, or commercial roles
• Strong negotiation, influencing, and networking skills
• Financial management knowledge and ability to implement partnership plans
• Proven ability to deliver measurable commercial outcomes
Language Requirements:
• Fluent English (Required)
• Fluency in Pidgin, Yoruba, Igbo, or Hausa (Added Advantage)
Compliance & Screening
All offers are subject to successful employment screening checks including:
• Reference checks
• Right to work verification
• Safeguarding checks (if applicable)
• Adverse media/social media checks
For general queries: bbchr@bbc.co.uk
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official BBC Careers portal or LinkedIn job listing.
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