Staff Writer, Global Analytico

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Staff Writer
Global Analytico
Description
The International Scholar (ITS) seeks intellectually curious and analytically rigorous candidates with excellent research and writing skills to join its Writing Staff for Global Analytico, ITS’ digital Periodical of International Affairs.
Staff Writers report to the Editorial Division but remain largely autonomous. Successful candidates will have a robust background and strong interest in international affairs, fill a need within ITS’ writing portfolio, demonstrate a commitment to ITS’ Vision and Mission, and have excellent communication skills.
To apply for this position, candidates must have published at least one article in Global Analytico as a Guest Author within a year of the date of their application. Following their publication, candidates should direct their application to ITS’ HR Team in accordance with this vacancy posting. Applications sent to editors will be disregarded.
[Please note that at this time, ITS is a 100% volunteer-based organization, and unable to provide financial remuneration. This is an unpaid, part-time position.]
Responsibilities

• Write articles regularly (no less frequently than once per month) for publication in Global Analytico in English;
• Proactively send pitches and article ideas to the Editorial Division for consideration;
• Track news relating to the Staff Writers’ area(s) of focus, keeping abreast of breaking news and developments, as well as longer-term trends;
• Participate in select writing projects (article series, quarterly publications, etc) at the direction of the Editorial Division, according to availability; and
• Communicate regularly with the Editorial Division.
  

Additional Opportunities

• Staff Writers may also be granted the opportunity to write a regular column on some area of expertise, issue, or region (in coordination with the Editorial Division);
• Staff Writers may be invited to join The World in Perspective Podcast from time to time to discuss issues on which they have particular competence; and
• As Global Analytico expands, Staff Writers may be presented with opportunities to support publication in additional languages.
  

Qualifications
Requirements:

• Must have or be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in International Affairs/Relations/Studies, Political Science, or other applicable discipline;
• Significant work or study experience may be considered in lieu of a degree;
• A strong interest in researching and analyzing issues within a particular discipline of international affairs, law, public policy, economics, security, or other core subject;
• Excellent communication skills & ability to work efficiently in a remote environment;
• Ability to write at least one article per calendar month (allowing time for editing); and
• Native or near-native fluency in English.
  

Desirable

• Experience writing and/or editing opinion, editorial, analysis, or other magazine-style publications;
• Experience writing on topics relating to international affairs, law, public policy, economics, security, or other related discipline; and
• Fluency in a second language (especially Spanish, French, Chinese, or Arabic).
  

Additional Information

• All staff have access to ITS events, training, and other staff resources.
• This position allows for flexible work hours and scheduling.
• ITS has a positive, ambitious, and accepting start-up work culture.
• ITS provides a supportive, international, multicultural, and remote work environment.
• ITS is willing to provide Staff with a letter of recognition for work experience, or other documentation to support accreditation.
  

Application Instructions
Please submit your resumé (1-2 pages), a cover letter (1 page), and the link to your published work on Global Analytico to theintlscholar.hr@gmail.com. Your email subject line should be formatted [App: Staff Writer, Last Name].
Optional: In your cover letter (below your signature or on a separate page), tell us a little about yourself, personally, or anything else that you would like to share with us.
Required Materials

• A Resumé (1-2 Pages);
• A Cover Letter (1 Page); and
• A link to your published work in Global Analytico in your application email.
  

(Your article(s) will serve as your writing sample and an example of your workflow.)
What We’re Looking For

• Curiosity; a genuine interest in exploring new ideas and subjects
• Critical Thinking; a propensity for asking and seeking answers to critical questions
• Perspicacity; a ready ability to perceive both the big picture and nuance
• Commitment to Quality; a natural desire to provide your best work
  

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