Journalist, Almaty / Astana, Kazakhstan

We’re looking for Journalist for RFE/RL’s Almaty / Astana bureau in Kazakhstan.

We’re offering an employment agreement under local employment conditions.

Are you passionate about delivering impactful stories that resonate across diverse platforms? Do you thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, adapting to the ever-evolving landscape of news and media? If so, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty's (RFE/RL) Kazakh Service is looking for talented and versatile journalist like you to join our team.

We’re offering 12 month specified term employment agreements under local employment conditions.

Why RFE/RL:

Our mission is to promote democratic values by providing accurate, uncensored news and open debate in countries where a free press is threatened and disinformation is pervasive. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) reports the facts, undaunted by pressure.

Responsibilities:

As an RFE/RL journalist, you will play a pivotal role in creating compelling content across various platforms, including radio, TV, online, social media, and print. Your responsibilities will include:

• Crafting content on a wide range of topics, from bulletins and dispatches to features, ensuring relevance to the target audience.
• Working as a field correspondent and reporter on assignments, conducting interviews in various settings.
• Employing multimedia skills by moderating, delivering live content, blogging, recording, contributing, and capturing photos and videos as needed.
• Staying up-to-date with political, economic, and social developments in the target area, and conducting thorough research to select reliable information from reputable sources.
• Meeting or exceeding RFE/RL standards for content quality and adhering to editorial guidelines consistently.
• Actively participating in program feedback sessions and contributing to program planning with original and viable coverage ideas.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Master's degree (MA) in Journalism or a related field (mandatory).

Work Experience: 3-4 years of experience as a journalist with good familiarity with the political, economic, and social situations in the broadcast area, as well as regional and international affairs.

Languages: Fluency in the respective RFE/RL target country language [Kazakhstan], mandatory; proficiency in Russian and English, desired.

Competencies:

• Ability to handle at least one selected platform or media, with general awareness of other media and platforms.
• Proficient in working with audio and video equipment, word processing tools, information research tools, and new technologies.
• Strong editorial judgment with the ability to develop and deliver quality content according to RFE/RL standards and best practices.
• Familiarity with RFE/RL content management systems and program scheduling.
• A supportive team player with a proactive approach to learning and professional development.

RFE/RL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.