Journalist, North Caucasus Unit

About the role

RFE/RL is seeking an experienced journalist to join its North Caucasus Unit in Prague. The role covers developments relevant to audiences in the North Caucasus region and produces high-quality journalism across digital, social media, audio, video and other platforms. It calls for strong editorial judgment, independence and flexibility in fast-moving news.

Key responsibilities

• Produce and edit news, features, analysis and multimedia content for digital and social media platforms.
• Develop original story ideas and report from the field, conducting interviews and gathering information from reliable sources.
• Create and adapt content in text, audio, video and social media formats.
• Monitor political, economic and social developments in the broadcast region and publish content using digital publishing tools and content management systems.
• Meet tight deadlines while maintaining high editorial standards, and take editorial responsibility for your work.
• Participate in editorial discussions, content planning and feedback sessions, and support a collaborative team environment.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Journalism or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of professional journalism experience.
• Good knowledge of political, economic and social developments in the North Caucasus region and related international affairs.
• Established network of sources and expertise in one or more reporting areas.
• Native-level Russian; working knowledge of English; knowledge of a language spoken in the broadcast region is an advantage.

Required skills

• Strong reporting, interviewing, writing and storytelling skills.
• Ability to produce high-quality content independently with minimal supervision.
• Sound editorial judgment and ability to assess, edit and prioritise content.
• Experience creating content for digital, social media, audio and/or video platforms.
• Proficiency with content management systems and digital publishing tools.

What we offer

• A highly diverse international work environment (60+ nationalities).
• An organisation driven by the mission of freedom of the press.
• Benefits package including 13 sick days, public transportation allowance, contributory retirement savings plan, life insurance, optional international health insurance, relocation benefit, professional training and a sports and fitness membership programme.
• Modern office with convenient access to public transport near a metro station.

To apply, send a CV with a cover letter in English and examples of your work.