Staff Writer 2 for the ASEAN Magazine Phase 4

The Staff Writer 2 position supports the ASEAN Magazine project by conducting research, writing articles, managing the magazine's online presence, coordinating publication schedules, and providing technical and administrative support. The role involves collaboration across ASEAN Secretariat divisions and external stakeholders to promote ASEAN's integrated community-building efforts.

Responsibilities

• Collect data and relevant information for the magazine, such as recent activities of APSC and ASCC sectoral bodies, as well as success stories from ASEAN Member States.
• Conduct basic analysis and write articles for the magazine.
• Identify and coordinate relevant resource people and conduct interviews.
• Perform proofreading functions ensuring that changes have been accurately incorporated in consultation with the person responsible, as necessary, by checking successive versions of edited and translated documents against previous versions, in accordance with existing guidelines.
• Manage the technical backend and publishing schedule for The ASEAN Magazine's microsite, including uploading articles on The ASEAN Magazine's microsite and helping manage the site's backend.
• Coordinate the scheduling and publication of social media campaigns based on editorial content and approved assets.
• Create social media posts based on the content of The ASEAN Magazine for the ASEAN official social media accounts.
• Liaise with the Community Relations Division to facilitate timely deployment of content across ASEAN Secretariat digital platforms.
• Collaborate in packaging and deploying multimedia assets for digital dissemination.
• Monitor, analyse, and compile website and social media analytics to assess audience engagement, user journeys, and digital performance.
• Undertake basic communication with other divisions at the ASEAN Secretariat and stakeholders outside the ASEAN Secretariat in relation to The ASEAN Magazine.
• Liaise with the vendor in printing and producing The ASEAN Magazine.
• Assist in distributing the printed copy of The ASEAN Magazine.
• Coordinate logistics for editorial meetings, workshops, interviews, and potential media coverage events.
• Track follow-up actions and timelines arising from editorial processes to facilitate timely implementation.
• Support administrative workflows required by the ASCC Analysis Division in relation to project documentation and procurement tasks.
• Undertake research, drafting, coordination, and other duties as directed by the Editor-in-Chief, Associate Editor, and/or the ASCC Analysis Division.
• Ensure all administrative and project actions adhere strictly to the ASEAN Secretariat Staff Regulations (ASSR).

Requirements

• At least an advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent degree) in journalism, communication, social sciences, international relations, or other appropriate field; or a Bachelor’s or equivalent degree with a minimum of two years (2) of work experience in journalism or other publication, outreach, or relevant field.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with an ability to manage timelines and coordinate across multiple internal divisions under all ASEAN Secretariat Departments (AEC, ASCC, APSC, CCAD, Connectivity).
• Strong technical proficiency in managing microsites and website backend systems, running analytics tools, and content packaging.
• Basic skills in graphic design software (Photoshop, Illustrator) are an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to handle logistical coordination with external vendors and print facilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal skills, intercultural sensitivity, and a proven track record of working effectively within collaborative team environments.

Skills

• Journalism
• Content Writing
• Research
• Publication Coordination
• Website Backend Management
• Microsite Management
• Analytics Tools
• Content Packaging and Publishing
• Graphic Design
• Photoshop
• Illustrator
• Logistics Coordination
• Vendor Management
• Publication Production Coordination
• Multitasking
• Organizational Skills
• Intercultural sensitivity
• Team Collaboration
• English Writing
• Oral Communication

Languages

English