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Specialist Editor – Asia-Pacific

Status: Closed

Type:
  • Employment

Organisation: Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ)

Deadline: 26/05/2025

Location: New York or remote

The Specialist Editor focuses on writing, editing, and publishing content aligned with CPJ’s mission and regional priorities in Asia-Pacific. Embedded in the regional program, the editor collaborates closely with the Regional Director and Research & Analysis teams to shape editorial strategy and deliver timely, accurate regional content across CPJ’s platforms.

Key Responsibilities

  • Commission, write, edit, and publish daily editorial content including news alerts, reports, statements, and social media posts tailored to Asia-Pacific regional needs.
  • Manage and publish real-time regional social media content, ensuring accuracy and engagement.
  • Collaborate with regional researchers and analysts to ensure content accuracy and impact.
  • Use CPJ’s internal knowledge management system (Carta) for research and editing.
  • Edit and maintain CPJ’s internal databases on journalists affected by violence or imprisonment.
  • Identify thematic editorial issues and integrate them into research and communications strategies.
  • Edit for content, structure, grammar, and adherence to CPJ editorial standards.
  • Manage multiple editorial projects under tight deadlines and mentor regional staff on editorial practices.
  • Support CPJ’s editorial and communications strategy in close partnership with the Regional Director and Research & Analysis team.
  • Perform other duties as required by the department or organization.

     Eligibility Criteria

  • Minimum 3 years of experience as an editor at a news agency, website, newspaper, or broadcast outlet.
  • Strong editorial judgment to identify sensitive or potentially libelous issues.
  • Experience with web publishing and content management systems (e.g., WordPress).
  • Proficiency in Google Workspace tools.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Commitment to CPJ’s mission.

Application Deadline: May 26, 2025

For more details and to apply, click here.

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