Manager of Digital Programs

Al Jazeera Media Network

Lead the planning and delivery of cross-platform digital programs that support Al Jazeera's editorial and audience strategies, including digital audio and podcast initiatives

• Partner with editorial leadership across the digital division and the TV to translate newsroom needs into scalable digital solutions and workflows across text, video, social, and audio/podcast production
• Manage end-to-end delivery of digital initiatives, including scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and dependencies
• Work closely with creative, data, and design teams to support digital storytelling tools and platforms, including podcast hosting, distribution and analytics
• Support initiatives across AJ's digital ecosystem, including website, mobile, social, video, newsletters, podcasts, and emerging platforms
• Collaborate with podcast editors, producers, and audio teams to improve workflows, audience reach, and discoverability across major platforms
• Ensure digital programs align with AJE s editorial standards, ethical journalism principles, and accessibility requirements
• Use audience data and performance insights to measure impact and continuously improve digital programs and audience growth
• Manage vendors or external partners where required
• Mentor or supervise project team members as appropriate

Skills & Competencies

• Editorially sensitive and audience-focused approach to digital delivery
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Data-informed decision making
• Ability to operate calmly under pressure and tight deadlines
• Cultural awareness and global mindset
• Collaborative leadership style