Editor, Cantonese Service (Taipei-Based)

Radio Free Asia (RFA) is a private, Washington, DC-based, nonprofit corporation that provides accurate and timely news and information to Asian countries whose governments prohibit access to a free press. Delivered in nine Asian languages in addition to English, our journalism extends beyond radio to include web, video, mobile, and e-books. RFA Cantonese is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced editing professional to join its team and help it fulfill its mission. This position will be based in Taipei, Taiwan.

Responsibilities Include:

Making assignments and guiding RFA reporters in Taiwan in developing news and feature reports
Editing stories published on RFA webpage and social media platforms
Researching and writing original feature stories, articles, and components of special reports.
Working with the RFA editorial team in Asia and in the United State to discuss story ideas and edit them
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum 10 years of professional experience in journalism, preferably specialised in Hong Kong and China news
Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field, an advanced degree is a plus.
Superb writing and spoken skills in Cantonese and Mandarin
With a demonstration of creativity in developing social media
Must be able to work under pressure
Must be a team player.
Must work in Taiwan office

How to Apply: Send résumé with cover letter making reference to “ Editor, Cantonese Service” via e-mail to rfajobs@rfa.org