• Works in close cooperation with the entire editorial team connected to the Kazakh Service website, in all relevant languages.
• Stays on top of news and events in the region and takes responsibility for keeping the site up to date.
• Takes content in both Kazakh/Russian and/or English and crafts it fluently in Kazakh.
• Determines the flow of editorial priorities on the site throughout the day. Adjusts the content as the news flow shifts and as fresh content is generated.
• Determines the best placement of video output – e.g. engagement elements of the site, email comments from audiences.
• Maintains good journalism practices and writing skills. Strives to present material in an imaginative and original way. Is detail oriented with a deep understanding of news priorities.
• Focuses on compelling storytelling, relevant to our audience.
• Maintains a clear understanding and develops a clear strategy for social media dissemination and promotion.
• Oversees the content structure on the site and fact checks all content.
• Develops and exploits the online potential of the Service’s website to help maximize user interest, and takes responsibility for keeping the site up to date.
• Maintains a strong, ongoing relationship with the Pangea (CMS) team to determine how best to incorporate the newest features into the site.
• Works closely with Multimedia, the Central Newsroom and Technology teams, providing content information and helping with logistics as required.
• Draws content from other RFE/RL services for posting on the Service sites. Edit as needed, for language and style. Assign a digital producer to reformat or restructure content as needed, assure that it is properly targeting the Kazakh audience.
• Assigns Digital Producers to stories or projects, to assist in generating new content or develop ideas.
• Responds quickly to developing news stories to find appropriate guests and contributors.
• Generates ideas and execute them effectively and efficiently.
• Liaise with Video teams on determining what TV content should be posted on the sites and in the most suitable format.
• Maintains a developed visual sense and knowledge of the latest relevant technological developments for the benefit of the website.
• Attends editorial meetings and takes part in informal discussions.
• Participates readily in training to update his/her digital and technical skills, and is keen to develop and widen them (multiskilling) embracing new technologies.
• Developing, networking and maintaining an extensive and up-to-date database of contacts (particularly Kazakh and Russian-speaking analysts, guests, experts and others) that covers different areas of expertise across the world.
• Shows continuous commitment to achieving the most efficient and cost-effective use of resources to enhance the Service’s online impact.
• Trains and mentors digital producers and visual journalists as required.
• Takes part in relevant training sessions offered by RFE/RL’s Training department to improve her/his performance.
• Performs well in a deadline driven environment and is flexible enough to complete all assignments regardless of any specific work shift.
Requirements
EDUCATION
• Journalism Education or related area.
WORK EXPERIENCE
• Experience in digital production and creation of content (3 to 5 years)
COMPETENCIES
• Strong sense of editorial judgement, logistical understanding, strategic and creative story sense.
• Deep understanding of social media methodology, how to best develop and place content on a variety of social media platforms. How best to curate and create compelling content for consumption by our target audience. How to broaden and expand audience impact and reach.
• Maintenance and understanding of all Media platforms, key players, analytics, critical connections within the field and with an ongoing positive relationship with other regional media outlets.
• Experience in working with video, and the ability to edit video.
LANGUAGES
• English language (Working Proficiency)
• Broadcast service language (Working Proficiency)
Should you be interested in this position please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter in English.
Apply at: https://apply.teamio.com/public/respond?vacancy=1397862973&rps=202