Managing Editor

Position description

The Environmental Reporting Collective (ERC) is a global network of newsrooms dedicated to exposing environmental crime through collaborative, in-depth investigations. Since its inception in 2020, the ERC has been recognised with multiple prestigious awards, including three SOPA Awards.

The ERC is currently seeking a Managing Editor to lead future investigations and support partner newsrooms. The ideal candidate will be based in Southeast Asia and report to the Executive Editor, based in Kuala Lumpur.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with journalists across the ERC network to develop story ideas and content.
• Manage and coordinate all reporting and production efforts, including large-scale, cross-border investigations.
• Ensure all content is produced and sourced in line with professional ethical standards of journalism.
• Edit and fact-check stories for accuracy and quality.
• Oversee grant management for partner newsrooms and journalists.
• Cultivate relationships with new partner newsrooms, organizations, and journalists.

Qualifications

•  Proven experience in investigative journalism is required. We encourage journalists with strong investigative experience to apply, even if they have not previously held an editing role.

• Ability to manage long-term projects and assignments.
• Strong knowledge of and interest in environmental issues.
• Experience in project management.
 

Application instructions

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