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

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  • The Asahi Shimbun America
  • New York, NY

Job Description

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 UN, but occasionally 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.

Application Procedure

Please email the following to asahiny@asahiam.com :

  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Names and contact information for two references

No clips or phone calls, please.

Pay: $38,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Immediate start,

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