The Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project · 7 hours ago
Regional Editor, Pacific Islands
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expThe Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) is one of the largest investigative journalism organizations in the world, dedicated to exposing crime and corruption. They are seeking a Regional Editor to lead high-impact investigations in the Pacific Islands, collaborating with local media and nurturing a network of journalists to foster transparency and accountability.
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Responsibilities
Network Building & Story Development: Proactively build and nurture a robust network of member centers, partners, and freelance journalists in the Pacific region. Provide guidance and support to member centers, fellows and partners to develop story ideas and reporting plans that meet OCCRP standards and lead to high-impact investigations
Provide dedicated mentorship and training to regional journalists and less experienced editors, supporting local newsrooms in their growth
Guide reporters to move beyond surface-level news to develop “follow the money” reporting plans that lead to high-impact investigations
Lead the charge in sourcing new data and original datasets relevant to the Pacific region
Build and manage reporting teams that span multiple jurisdictions, cultures, and language proficiencies
Collaborative Editorial Leadership: Work in close partnership with the existing Pacific Islands Editor to ensure a unified regional strategy and seamless project coordination
Work closely with investigative and core teams on all aspects of a story’s lifecycle, from initial pitch to final publication
Mentor and guide reporters to identify promising stories and ensure all work is rigorous, accurate, and editorially sound, ensuring they implement all reporting guidelines provided by the investigative team
Serve as the crucial "voice of the region," advising on reporting feasibility, cultural context, and security considerations
Drive the reporting process to ensure stories are completed efficiently, maintaining momentum without sacrificing quality
Oversee the timely addition of footnotes and ensure that all fact-checking meets OCCRP’s rigorous standards
Oversee the Right of Reply (ROR) process, ensuring they are sent and handled according to OCCRP's standards
Strategy and Production: Develop and execute a regional coverage strategy that aligns with OCCRP’s global mission. Collaborate with partners and member centers to maximize the impact of published stories. Work closely with the audience, social media, and core teams to ensure the most effective production and promotion of all content
Leadership and Integrity: Manage reporting teams with the highest level of professional judgment and discretion. Take responsibility for ensuring all reporting adheres to legal, ethical ,and journalistic best practices as well as OCCRP policies, upholding the safety and integrity of the team and its sources
Security and Risk Management: Identify risks to regional journalists and alert the security team on dangers related to specific stories or journalists. Provide regional context for safety issues and work closely with the security team to make sure proper protocols are in place for at risk journalists and for those working on risky stories
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years in journalism, with a significant portion dedicated to investigative reporting and editing
Proven experience leading and mentoring teams of reporters, including freelancers and partners from diverse backgrounds
Deep knowledge of the political, economic, and media landscape of the specified region, and strong contacts in the region are preferred
Professional fluency in English
A demonstrated track record of producing or overseeing high-impact investigative stories that expose crime and corruption
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to work effectively and respectfully in a remote, cross-cultural, and highly collaborative environment
Ability to work under pressure, manage tight deadlines, and navigate complex and potentially high-risk reporting situations with sound judgment
Preferred
Knowledge of other languages spoken in the region
Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits
Company
The Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
The Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) is a nonprofit investigative news reporting platform for independent media outlets around the world, publishing more than 100 investigations a year.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.4MKey Investors
Patrick J. McGovern Foundation
2023-12-20Grant· $0.4M
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