Join Us Now and Become a Part of The Irrawaddy English Edition!
Known for its diverse and vibrant newsroom, The Irrawaddy English Edition is one of the most authoritative news agencies covering Myanmar, with a reputation for in-depth, analytical and incisive reporting.
Opportunities are now available as we are looking for a general reporter to keep our international and local readerships informed about Myanmar.
Position Title: Reporter (English Section) – The Irrawaddy
Applicants should have at least three years of proven experience in reporting and writing feature stories in English.
Successful candidates will be able to express ideas and shape stories concisely for an online readership; be familiar with working to same-day deadlines; know how to leverage social media to enhance their reporting; and possess a high level of awareness of Myanmar’s politics, economy and culture.
Candidates should also be well versed in using infographic tools to present their stories in the form of interactive maps and charts, as well as the use of smartphone cameras for work purposes.
Applicants should clearly specify the platforms in which they have experience, and provide social media links and/or other work samples reflecting that experience.
Attractive packages will be offered to the right candidates.
Applicants should send a CV (maximum three pages) with a brief cover letter, previous editing samples/links, email and phone number to The Irrawaddy Application ([email protected]). Cover letters and CVs should be prepared in English.
This application will remain open until the right candidates are found.
Position: Senior Finance Officer
Terms: Full-time, 12-month contract (with possible renewal depending on performance and funding)
Location: Thailand
Organizational Background
The Irrawaddy is an independent non-partisan Burmese digital media company established in Thailand in 1993. It has credible domestic and international standing amongst its Burmese and English audiences. It publishes news, articles, views, analysis, editorial discussions, video reports, and photo essays. Since January 2016, The Irrawaddy has switched to digital media platforms in Burmese and English, like websites, FB pages, news apps, secure mobile apps, YouTube, Twitter (English) and daily e-news digest (Burmese and English).
Job Overview
The Irrawaddy is seeking a Senior Finance Officer to support the financial management of our organization who is determined, highly motivated, and capable of working in Financial Management, Financial Operations, Administration, and especially can liaise with related stakeholders of the organization.
Main Responsibilities
- Implement financial policies and procedures to ensure financial operational efficiency.
- Conduct monthly financial analysis to identify and resolve internal financial management issues, gaps, and variances, and provide the necessary report and updates.
- Provide inputs, clarifications, and support to the Executive Director, and Director as and when requested and required.
- Conduct training for relevant finance team members on the accounting system and donors’ reporting.
- Manage the annual budget and business plan with the guidance of the Executive Director, and Directors
- Provide documents and information on financial matters to the Operations – Director during weekly/monthly management meetings.
- Ensure the team follows internal control rules and regulations for financial management and all purchases.
- Ensure all purchases and logistical contracts in The Irrawaddy follow its Code of Ethics
- Work closely with internal and external auditors to conduct project-based audits and annual financial audits, including fixed asset control and internal auditing for all necessities.
Financial Administration
Supervise and ensure that all financial activities are up-to-date and accurately entered by the accountant.
Develop, update, and reinforce financial internal controls, policies, and procedures
Establish, maintain, and reconcile the General Ledger on a Weekly/Monthly basis, monitor cash balances and cash forecasts providing the supervisor with weekly updates.
Prepare monthly statements and balance sheets, reconcile bank statements and bank passbooks.
Manage cash controls, and ensure Accounts are maintained up-to-date bookkeeping.
Ensure all obligations for purchases and logistical management are upheld and enforced when The Irrawaddy enters into any project contracts with donors.
Ensure all senior management and editorial teams are properly informed and updated about such obligations.
Ensure all staff identified with any particular projects and donor’s contractual obligations are also aware of the do’s and don’ts associated with the project’s financial implementation.
Responsible for the annual closing of accounts.
Responsible for producing the quarterly report, mid-year reports, and annual reports for various donors, and preparing Annual P & L Statements.
Responsible for supervision, submission, and filing of annual taxes for the organization and employees.
Keep the CEO, and Director informed and updated on any changes in rules, regulations, or procedures pertaining to financial issues, and procedures required to be complied with having financial implications to the monthly and annual spending of the company.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Good command of written and spoken English, Burmese, and/or Thai
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a management position in financial management and reporting.
- Bachelor/MA degree in Finance, Accounting, or related fields
- Professional qualifications such as CFA/CPA/ACCA or similar will be considered as plus
- Good financial analytical skills, along with being proactive and initiative in trouble-shooting financial-related issues and challenges.
- Ability to build a good working relationship with all stakeholders
- Computer skills in the use of financial management software
Qualifications Desired
- Prior working experience with international donor-funded organizations will be considered an asset.
- Willingness to be flexible about the working schedule
- Ability to work independently within tight deadlines, and under pressure as well as the ability to multitask.
- Good communication skills and a tactful manner
- Previous experience in an NGO or media group will be an advantage.
Benefits
Salary is negotiable for an experienced candidate with a proven track record.
Interested applicants, please apply no later than 15 October, 2024 with a letter of interest, a copy of full resume/CV (please mention two referrers) in English with the expected salary.
Email: [email protected]
Position: Office Administrator
Terms: Full-time, 12-month contract (with possible renewal depending on performance and funding)
Location: Thailand
Organizational Background
The Irrawaddy is an independent non-partisan Burmese digital media company established in Thailand in 1993. It has credible domestic and international standing amongst its Burmese and English audiences. It publishes news, articles, views, analysis, editorial discussions, video reports, and photo essays. Since January 2016, The Irrawaddy has switched to digital media platforms in Burmese and English languages, like websites, FB pages, news apps, secure mobile apps, YouTube, Twitter (English) and daily e-news digest (Burmese and English).
Job Overview
The Irrawaddy is seeking an Office Administrator who is determined, highly motivated, and capable of working in the field of Office Management, Logistics, and Administration.
Roles and Responsibilities
▪ Assist in daily operations, including administrative tasks, maintenance of supplies, assurance of office equipment functionality, and supervise housekeeping.
▪ Communicate with external vendors for office services such as publication, purchasing, travel & accommodation reservations etc.
▪ Organize purchasing office assets and equipment in collaboration with respective team leaders, including the preparation of Advance Requisition form, Bid-analysis form and acquiring the quotation invoice from the vendors as necessary.
▪ Assisting legal process of the office members such as legal document, visa and health insurance issues, by communicating official departments and agencies as necessary
▪ Manage and schedule meetings, appointments and events occasionally.
▪ Maintaining up-to-date office records such as inventory list, procurement list, and equipment transfer agreement forms.
▪ Handle post-mail related issues including posting and checking office P.O Box bi-monthly.
▪ Handle organizational-related disputes and complaints in consultation with the relevant supervisor and parties.
▪ Identify key areas of improvement for administrative process, and ensure the implementation of office policies and procedures in collaboration with the supervisor.
▪ Perform and assist other ad-hoc activities under supervision of office coordinator to keep the administrative process running smoothly.
Qualifications/Requirements
▪ Good written and verbal Thai & Burmese Languages are the must. English skill is a plus.
▪ Minimum three years of experience in office management, administration, and logistics
▪ Bachelor in business administration, or other relevant background ▪ Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the organization
▪ Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills
▪ Good working knowledge of MS Office, especially MS Excel, Internet, Google Drive, e-mail, etc.
▪ Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills
▪ Have enough knowledge about Thailand’s culture and context to deal with the local government documentation and logistics matters
Qualifications Desired
▪ Prior working experience at the management level will be considered an asset
▪ A willingness to be flexible about the working schedule
▪ Ability to work independently within tight deadlines, and under pressure as well as able to multi-tasking
▪ Good communication skills and a tactful manner
▪ Previous experience in NGO or media group will be an advantage
Benefits
Salary is negotiable for experienced candidates with proven track records.
Interested appicants, pleade apply no later than 27 September, 2024, with a letter of interest, a copy of your full resume/ CV in English with the expected salary (please mention two referrers) – to [email protected]
Position: Projects Director
Terms: Full-time, 12-month contract (with possible renewal depending on performance and funding)
Location: Thailand
Organizational Background
The Irrawaddy is an independent non-partisan Burmese digital media company established in Thailand in 1993. It has credible domestic and international standing amongst its Burmese and English audiences. It publishes news, articles, views, analysis, editorial discussions, video reports, and photo essays. Since January 2016, The Irrawaddy has switched to digital media platforms in Burmese and English languages, like websites, FB pages, news apps, secure mobile apps, YouTube, Twitter (English) and daily e-news digest (Burmese and English).
Job Overview
The Irrawaddy is seeking a Projects Director to manage project development and management – develop media project proposals; regular research on emerging funding opportunities, oversee project monitoring, evaluation, and learning; and write project reports for donors and partners.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Monitor and research on emerging funding opportunities and grants for media work from various donors and funding programs in the region
- Develop project proposals to submit to donors in accordance with donor’s guidelines • Identify resource requirements, budget preparation, and arrange allocation for the organization
- To lead the project team and coordinate all current projects with other relevant departments
- Oversee project monitoring and documentation of the progress of all current projects
- Manage and organize any changes in project scope, schedule, and budget
- Track and prepare project reports according to the relevant requirements
- Represent IRW in stakeholders’ meetings and form strategic and friendly partnerships with donors and partners
- Perform other activities as may be assigned by the Executive Director and cooperate with Directors to keep activities and procedures running smoothly for project management and development tasks as required
Qualifications/Requirements
- • At least 10 years of senior-level management experience
- Excellent English language fluency
- High-level writing skills, including proposal and report writing experience
- Good communication skills, donor’s relations, and project coordination
- Strong analytical skills to analyze data and issues for project proposal development and reporting
- Proficient computer skills, especially MS Project and MS Office
- Willingness to be flexible about working schedule
- Ability to work within tight deadlines and under pressure, as well as the ability to multi-tasking
- Knowledge and awareness of the media group operation
- Knowledge and experience of Myanmar’s political and socio-economic context and/or the media industry in Myanmar/Region
Benefits
Salary is negotiable for an experienced candidate with proven track records.
Interested applicants, please apply no later than 31 August 2024 with a letter of interest, a copy of full resume/CV (please mentioned two referrers) in English with the expected salary.
Email: [email protected] (early applications are encouraged)
Position: Project Coordinator
Terms: Full-time, 12-month contract (with possible renewal depending on performance and funding)
Location: Thailand
Organizational Background
The Irrawaddy is an independent non-partisan Burmese digital media company established in Thailand in 1993. It has credible domestic and international standing amongst its Burmese and English audiences. It publishes news, articles, views, analysis, editorial discussions, video reports, and photo essays. Since January 2016, The Irrawaddy has switched to digital media platforms in Burmese and English languages, like websites, FB pages, news apps, secure mobile apps, YouTube, Twitter (English) and daily e-news digest (Burmese and English).
Job Overview
The Irrawaddy is seeking a Project Coordinator to manage project development and coordination – develop media project proposals; regular research on emerging funding opportunities, oversee project implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and learning; and write project reports for donors and partners.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Project Management: Oversee and coordinate all current projects, i.e., project implementation; monitoring; documentation; and report writing
- Fundraising: Monitor and research emerging funding opportunities and grants for media work; develop and submission of project proposals; and engage with potential donors during the project proposal development and approval period
- Donors Engagement: Engage with existing donors and partners; represent IRW in stakeholders’ meetings and form strategic and friendly partnerships with donors and partners
Qualifications/Requirements
- At least 5 years of project management experience
- Excellent English language fluency
- High-level writing skills, including proposal and report writing experience
- Good communication skills, donor relations, and project management
- Strong analytical skills to analyze data and issues for project proposal development and reporting
- Proficient computer skills, especially data visualization, data analytics, MS Project and MS Office
- Willingness to be flexible about the working schedule
- Ability to work within tight deadlines and under pressure, as well as the ability to multi-tasking
- Knowledge and awareness of the media group operation
- Knowledge and experience of Myanmar’s political and socio-economic context and/or the media industry in Myanmar/Region
Benefits
Salary is negotiable for an experienced candidate with proven track records.
Interested applicants, please apply no later than 31 August, 2024 with a letter of interest, a copy of full resume/CV (please mentioned two referrers) in English with the expected salary.
Email: [email protected] (early applications are encouraged)
Position: Human Resources Manager
Terms: Full-time, 12-month contract (with possible renewal depending on performance and funding)
Location: Thailand
Organizational Background
The Irrawaddy is an independent non-partisan Burmese digital media company established in Thailand in 1993. It has credible domestic and international standing amongst its Burmese and English audiences. It publishes news, articles, views, analysis, editorial discussions, video reports, and photo essays. Since January 2016, The Irrawaddy has switched to digital media platforms in Burmese and English languages, like websites, FB pages, news apps, secure mobile apps, YouTube, Twitter (English) and daily e-news digest (Burmese and English).
Job Overview
The Irrawaddy is seeking a dynamic and experienced Human Resources Manager who is determined, highly motivated, and capable of working in all aspects of human resources practices and processes.
Roles and Responsibilities
• Develop and execute an annual HR management plan focusing on staff strength planning, recruitment and orientation, termination, performance management, staff relations, training, and talent development.
• Coordinate the functions of HRM through designated line managers (editors, managers).
• Prepare and ensure appraisal system is in place and coordinate with line manager(s) on implementation, goals, monitoring, and results.
• Suggest the staff development and training plan in collaboration with editors and the management team.
• Manage the implementation of training internally and organize as required.
• Manage the entire 360-degree staff recruitment process, including posting vacancies, screening applications, coordinating interviews, overseeing selection, and conducting orientation.
• Reviewing and organizing the timesheet process and other reporting-related documents.
• Collaborate with the management team and editors to discuss and define job descriptions and responsibilities for new positions.
• Review and recommend processes for salary advance requests and settlements in coordination with the Finance Team.
• Calculate payroll, organize manpower budgeting plans, supervise the implementation and liaise with the Finance Team for updates.
• Implement the necessary HR functions and SOP training for the related team.
• Maintain and monitor employment contracts, including renewals, leave allowances, and terminations.
• Ensure the efficiency, accuracy, and up-to-date consultation of HRM functions.
• Prepare and implement the HR rules and regulations followed with guidance from the Director and Executive Director.
• Set up and organize HRIS functions and documentation systems, including maintaining the HR database as required.
• Provide consultation and handle organizational disputes and complaints in collaboration with relevant managers and parties.
Qualifications/Requirements
• Excellent communication skills in Burmese and English Languages are a must.
• Minimum five years of management experience in human resources, recruitment, and talent management.
• Bachelor in Business Administration, or other similar educational background.
• Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrable experience with Human Resources metrics.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office, especially MS Excel, Internet, Google Drive, etc.,
• Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Experience in staff management and planning.
• Have enough knowledge about Thailand’s culture and context to deal with the local government documentation and logistics matters.
Qualifications Desired
• Prior working experience at the management level will be considered an asset.
• A willingness to be flexible about the working schedule.
• Ability to work independently within tight deadlines, and under pressure as well as able to multi-tasking.
• Good communication skills and a tactful manner.
• Previous experience in NGO or media group will be an advantage.
Benefits
Salary is negotiable for experienced candidates with proven track records.
Interested applicants, please apply no later than 7 July 2024, with a letter of interest, a copy of your full resume/CV in English with the expected salary (please mention two referrers) – to [email protected]
Position: Webmaster
Terms: Full-time, 12-month contract (with possible renewal depending on performance and funding)
Location: Thailand
Organisational Background
The Irrawaddy is an independent, non-partisan Burmese media company established in Thailand in 1993. It has credible domestic and international standing amongst its Burmese and English audiences. It publishes news, articles, views, analysis, editorial discussions, video reports, and photo essays. Since January 2016, The Irrawaddy has switched to digital media platforms in Burmese and English languages, like websites, FB pages, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, news apps, secure mobile apps, and daily e-news digest.
Job Overview
The Irrawaddy is seeking a Webmaster who is determined, highly motivated, and capable of working in the field of web development, digital systems, and database management.
Responsibilities:
WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT
- Coordinate and consult with the Editorial Team in taking a leading role to establish priorities for web-site development, and to plan, review, and evaluate the websites.
- Develop web page infrastructure, utilise applications to ensure effective and efficient technical performance, and assess the applicability of new technologies for organisational needs.
- Design and upload daily news, articles, and commentaries in appropriate formats for the English online version.
- Maintain and monitor the websites systematically and appropriately (e.g., hosting, minoring, archiving, updating, etc.).
- Identify and promote the websites to others on the Web (search engine optimisation strategies).
- Design, install, upgrade, configure, and repair computers.
- Design and configure LAN, WAN, and VPN systems if required.
- Set up and configured all internal computer systems required for the organisation’s activities.
- Perform any other duties relevant to the role and responsibilities of the position.
ONLINE SECURITY
- Responsible for firewall administration and overall organisational IT security.
- Forecast any necessary improvement of the organisation’s information technology and budget and implement changes as required.
- Develop and implement procedures for maintaining the website in accordance with legal requirements, internet usage, and security issues.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
- Provide desktop support to staff members for software/hardware problems solving.
- Participate in IT Supporting Team meetings.
Qualification and Requirements:
- Preferable or beneficial for a bachelor’s degree graduate in any related field.
- Experience in website development, database, IT and information management, preferably within a media company or similar environment.
- Strong understanding of digital systems, digital security and other related software.
- Good language skills in Burmese and English.
- Organised personality, good communication and computer skills are must-have.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- A willingness to be flexible about the working schedule.
- Maintain confidentiality in all professional matters.
- Ability to work independently within tight deadlines, under pressure, and multi-tasking.
- Previous experience in the NGO or media group will be an advantage.
Benefits
Salary is negotiable for experienced candidates with proven track records.
Interested applicants, please apply no later than 14 June 2024 with a letter of interest, a copy of your full resume/CV in English with the expected salary (please mention two referrers) – to [email protected]
