What are the responsibilities and job description for the Editor, Middle East Programs position at Atlantic Council of the United States?
Job Location : Atlantic Council Headquarters - Washington, DC
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Employment Type : Full-Time
Seniority Level : Experienced
Job Category : Staff
The Atlantic Council seeks a motivated, talented, and creative editor and writer. This post leads the production and editing of all short-form editorial products produced by the Atlantic Council's Middle East Programs (MEP) for its flagship MENASource online publication.
The Editor will draw on experience in writing, editing, and editorial production to improve the quality and expand the reach of MEP's short-form online publications, engaging both internal Council experts and external writers and contributors to create unique, compelling, relevant, and influential content on the issues central to the center's work.
The Editor will also be expected to help develop editorial strategy, implement editorial innovations, and produce the "This Week in the Mideast" newsletter. They will report to the Deputy Director of Communications. The ideal candidate will be a skillful, seasoned writer and editor with substantial experience working in journalism and media, especially in international affairs with a focus on the Middle East and North Africa region.
This position is based in our Washington, DC, headquarters, requiring 4 days per week in the office. The Atlantic Council offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, education, and organizational equity, with offers from $67,000 to $85,000. Applications submitted by December 15, 2024, will be prioritized for consideration.
Job Responsibilities
- Directly manage content across the AC Middle East's online publications, currently MENASource.
- Curate original and news-relevant analysis by resident staff, nonresident fellows, and external contributors.
- Edit and proofread short-form content to a high standard, finding and removing errors, improving quality and style, and creating professional copy consistent with the Council's editorial standards.
- Identify, develop, or commission non-traditional content and innovative formats to reflect and convey information through expanded tools on the AC website, such as timelines, interactive graphics, etc.
- Produce and disseminate weekly "This week in the Mideast" newsletter, including quality control and development of email marketing lists.
- Lead and develop MEP's ability to rapidly respond to events relevant to the region with editorial products infused with top-notch foreign policy expertise from our network of experts, and make sure the center remains on top of the news cycle at speed and scale.
- Communicate with relevant teams across MEP and AC to coordinate MENA-related contributions and identify topics and subject-matter experts relevant to an array of topical and trending themes.
- Write short-form pieces and carry interviews for the center based on input from staff and fellows, Council events, and world affairs and developments.
- Together with the deputy director, help to formulate and define a homogeneous voice for MEP, expressed through editorial products and platforms including the website, newsletters, and articles.
- Help develop and track metrics and measure the impact of MEP's flagship online publications through detailed analytics reports.
- Assess the relevance and impact of MENASource and identify areas for growth by periodically adjusting the online publications strategy.
- Work with the MEP and AC communications teams on overall engagement strategy and tactics to maximize MEP's visibility and reach.
- Ensure that nonresident fellows and external contributors are paid for blogs in a timely fashion.
- Manage the contributors' payment process and explore opportunities for funding, content series, and / or sponsored newsletters.
Qualifications
To produce quality work and to successfully achieve our mission, we recognize the need for our staff to maintain a healthy lifestyle and a work / life balance. Our comprehensive benefits package helps to keep costs low for our staff and their families. Benefits include, but are not limited to comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, 403(b) plan, FSA options, pet insurance, Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, and wellness benefits.
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Salary : $67,000 - $85,000
