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 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 [email protected] :

• 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