News Assistant — New York Bureau (United Nations) Job at Asahi Shimbun, New York, NY

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  • Asahi Shimbun
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Position description

News Assistant — New York Bureau (United Nations)

The Asahi Shimbun, Japan’s leading national daily newspaper, is seeking a skilled and highly motivated News Assistant to join its New York Bureau.

The successful candidate will work closely with a correspondent covering the United Nations. This position is based primarily at the United Nations, with occasional work from the main office, and is available immediately.

 

About The Asahi Shimbun

Founded in 1879, The Asahi Shimbun is one of Japan’s most respected and influential national newspapers, with a daily circulation of nearly four million. It is widely read by government officials, policymakers, business leaders, and academics throughout Japan, and reaches an international audience through its English-language website.Its North American bureaus are located in Washington, D.C., New York, and San Francisco.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s degree preferred)

  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently

  • Background in International Affairs and/or Political Science preferred

  • Japanese language ability is helpful but not required

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Job Responsibilities

The News Assistant will support the New York-based correspondents by:

  • Attending meetings and briefings inside and outside the UN

  • Assisting other correspondents on additional assignments when needed

  • Gathering news and comments

  • Conducting background research

  • Arranging and conducting interviews

  • Closely following developments in the correspondent’s coverage area

Some domestic and international travel may be required.This position does not include article-writing or byline opportunities.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Annual salary: $38,000 – $50,000 (based on qualifications and experience)

  • Overtime pay

  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave

Application instructions

Please email the following to asahiny@asahiam.com:

  • Cover letter

  • Resume

  • Names and contact information for two references

No clips or phone calls, please.

Please be sure to indicate you saw this position on Globaljobs.org

Job Tags

Casual work, Work at office, Immediate start,

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