Editor, Pacific News, Benarnews

4 weeks ago


Brisbane, Australia Radio Free Asia Full time

Overview:
BenarNews is seeking a skilled and Pacific Islands-focused journalism professional to write, rewrite, edit, and add value to stories produced by its expanding Pacific news service for publication on its English-language website and major social media platforms.

BenarNews is a digital media platform at Radio Free Asia that provides clear and accurate news on political, social and economic issues including security, climate change, human rights; strategic competition among nations; health and environment; on the local and regional level in the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Bangladesh, and Pacific Island nations.

This full-time position will be based in BenarNews’ Brisbane office and a successful applicant must have Australian work rights.

**Responsibilities**:

- Monitor current and developing events in the Pacific region
- Edit/rewrite English content at a consistently high standard for clarity, accuracy, grammar, and flow, under sometimes intense time pressure
- Publish content on the BenarNews website and associated social media platforms in a timely manner
- Use sound editorial judgment in helping select stories and develop coverage plans in support of the BenarNews mission
- Liaise closely with and sub-edit stories from BenarNews correspondents and journalists
- Assist in recruiting and maintaining a network of stringers in Pacific Island nations
- Transform stories submitted by journalists for whom English is a second or third language, crafting them for a wider audience with the appropriate context and level of detail
- Use sound visual skills and ethics in selecting photographs and supporting visual storytelling
- Run operations when the Head of News is on leave or in the field
- Work collaboratively with BenarNews/Radio Free Asia journalists and stringers in other countries
- Promote the quality, credibility, and visibility of the BenarNews brand; uphold and adhere to RFA’s code of journalistic ethics and editorial guidelines
- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

- Minimum 10 years journalism experience in a professional newsroom environment
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or other related field from an accredited college or university.
- Excellent writing and editing experience powered by rigorous research skills and an eye for detail
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of current political, economic and social conditions in the Pacific region
- Strong networks in the region that can be tapped for newsgathering
- Working knowledge of one or more Pacific region languages well regarded
- Experience with publishing content online and to social media
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work effectively with diverse cultures and personalities
- Proven record of integrity and ethical decision-making in a journalism setting
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in the field of journalism



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