The BBC has formally launched its black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) leadership and commissioning schemes.
The initiatives were first announced by director general Tony Hall in June and are now open for applications from both internal and external candidates.
The Senior Leadership Development Programme will offer six individuals experience at the top of the corporation alongside Hall and his executive team for 12 months.
Those that win a place on the initiative, which has been organised in association with The Clore Leadership Programme, will begin atthe BBC in January 2015.
Separately, the Assistant Commissioner Development Programme will aim to find six “commissioners of the future”. Successful candidates will secure experience across entertainment, comedy, factual, daytime, children’s programming and across BBC2 and BBC4.
“The launch of these two leadership programmes is an important step towards a more open broadcast industry,” Hall said.
BBC1 controller Charlotte Moore added: “It’s crucial for the BBC and other broadcasters to broaden the range of voices and backgrounds at commissioning level.
“This is a really great opportunity for people who, while they may already have experience of the industry, want to get involved with BBC television at a more senior level.”
The deadline for applications is 19 October. Click here to find out more.
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