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08/10/2015

Company description:

Himal Southasian is published by the not-for-profit The Southasia Trust, Lalitpur, Nepal. It is South Asia’s first and only regional news and analysis magazine. Stretching from Afghanistan to Burma, from Tibet to the Maldives, this region of more than 1.4 billion people shares great swathes of interlocking geography, culture and history. Yet today neighbouring countries can barely talk to one another, much less speak in a common voice. For over two decades, Himal Southasian has strived to define, nurture, and amplify that voice.

Independent, non-nationalist, pan-regionalist – Himal tells Indians and Nepalis about Pakistanis and Afghans, Sri Lankans and Burmese about Tibetans and Maldivians, and the rest of the world about this often-overlooked region. Critical analysis, commentary, opinion, essays and reviews – covering regional trends in politics and economics with the same perspective as culture and history, Himal stories do not stop at national borders, but are followed wherever they lead. 

Job Profile/Description:

Desk Editors (Two)

The position’s responsibilities include supporting the editorial team in all aspects of the magazine’s production, from editorial communications to research and image selection, to overseeing fact-checking and proofing. However, the primary skill required is the ability to edit articles of the kind carried in review magazines such as Himal.

Applicants will need to be able to turn around full-length article drafts on a wide range of topics, in accordance with the magazine’s in-house style. Besides foolproof competence in English-language editing, applicants must have a strong grounding in the social sciences and a keen understanding of Southasian history, economy, culture, geopolitics and current affairs. In addition, the desk editor will be expected to undertake assigned managerial tasks relating to the growth of the magazine and for smooth running of the organisation.

Work experience: At least 5 years experience in full-time positions in Southasian media with substantial experience in editing/reporting as well as research and writing.

How to apply: Send CV and cover letter to editorial@himalmag.com with the subject line ‘Desk Editor’. The position: This is a full-time position based in Kathmandu, starting immediately.

Salary is NPR 65,000 per month. Perks are negotiable. Himal Southasian provides health insurance. This is a full-time position open from October-November 2015.

2) Fact-checker

The position’s primary requirement is the ability to fact-check full-length articles of the kind carried in Himal. Applicants have to be able to fact-check on a wide range of topics, in accordance with the magazine’s coverage. Applicants must have a keen interest in Southasian history, economy, culture, geopolitics and current affairs. They should also keep up to date with a wide range of issues related to Southasia. The position reports to the Editor.

Work Experience: Experience in editing, reporting, fact-checking, researching and writing in mainstream media is an asset.

The position: This is a full-time position based in Kathmandu. Salary is between NPR 35,000-40,000 per month and commensurate with skill set and experience. Perks are negotiable. Himal Southasian provides health insurance. This is a full-time position open from October 2015.

How to Apply: Familiarise yourself with our website, including its editorial content and send the following to editorial@himalmag.com with the subject line ‘Fact-checker’:

• A one-page note on the importance of fact-checking in journalism.
• Your CV and a cover letter.

Recommendations are welcome, though not required. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: Rolling applications

Mail To : editorial@himalmag.com