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Subject: RFE/RL Job Listings
From: JensenD@rferl.org (Donald Jensen)
Date: Mon, 26 Aug 2002
Freelance Analyst-Editor, Business Watch
We are currently seeking a Freelance Analyst/Editor, RFE/RL Business Watch, responsible for researching, writing and editing for the weekly "Business Watch." "Business Watch" focuses on business and macro-economic issues in the entire former Soviet Union, with an emphasis on Russia, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. Earlier issues of Business Watch can be found at the following address: http://www.rferl.org/businesswatch/
Qualifications:
* A university degree in economics, political economy, or equivalent combination of training and experience in one of these disciplines
* Strong academic background with minimum of 5 years professional analytical writing experience, specializing in business and economy
* Professional fluency in written and spoken English
* Ability to comprehend source material and conduct research in Russian and/or a Central Asian language a distinct advantage
* Demonstrated strong commitment to journalistic integrity and objectivity
* Computer literate and familiar with the Internet
RFE/RL will offer an initial one-year freelance agreement, subject to renewal based on performance and funding availability.
To apply:
Please provide a pilot version of Business Watch (3,000-4,000 words), a detailed CV, with cover letter outlining qualifications and some ideas of future analytical pieces that you plan to develop in Business Watch, to:
E-mail: coulloudonv@rferl.org or jensend@rferl.org
Fax: +420-2-2112-3881
Deadline for submissions is 13 September 2002.
Regional Analyst, Central Asia
We are currently seeking a Regional Analyst, Central Asia to be responsible for researching, writing and editing for RFE/RL Newsline and other electronic publications, specializing in Central Asian news analysis. He/she will also be required to write periodically on developments in the North and South Caucasus. This position is to be based in Prague, Czech Republic.
Qualifications:
* A university degree in Central Asian history, politics, economics, or a related field, or equivalent combination of training and experience in one of these disciplines
* Strong academic background with minimum of 5 years professional analytical writing experience, specializing in Central Asian affairs
* Professional fluency in written and spoken English. Excellent reading knowledge of, and demonstrable ability to translate from, Russian and at least one Central Asian language
* Broad knowledge of political, economic and social structures of Central Asia, as well as familiarity with the Caucasus, and international affairs
* Proven ability to write swiftly, clearly and concisely under pressure, and to tight deadlines
* Demonstrated strong commitment to journalistic integrity and objectivity
* Computer literate and familiar with the Internet
* Ability to function effectively within a small team, and with people from widely different cultural backgrounds
Excellent salary and benefits offered including relocation, housing, and comprehensive health insurance. To apply:
Please provide detailed CV, with cover letter outlining qualifications and salary requirements to:
E-mail: jobs@rferl.org
Deadline for submissions is 13 September 2002
No telephone calls please.
RFE/RL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity.
Contact Information
PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty
Post: Human Resources Recruitment
Vinohradska 1
110 00 Prague 1
Czech Republic
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty is a private, international communications service to Central, Eastern and Southeastern Europe; the Caucasus; and Central and Southwestern Asia funded by the U.S. Congress through the Broadcasting Board of Governors.
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