We are expanding and currently looking for an experienced Junior Editor/Journalist.

OpenGov specialises in technological developments in the government, healthcare, education, and finance sectors. This unique editorial direction has led the team to cover latest news, publish in-depth articles and conduct interviews with government agencies and leading academics across Asia-Pacific over the years.

Role

With a rapidly growing readership, the OpenGov editorial team is looking for journalist with an interest in technology and/or public policy.

As part of the editorial team, you will be expected to create quality content, conduct interviews, and support editorial initiatives, both internal and external, across multiple platforms.

You are preferably a digital native with basic knowledge of new/social media and how best to use different platforms and techniques for maximum readership.

You will also have to support the events arm of OpenGov in the form of content and post-event coverage.

You are expected to be a quick learner who is detail-oriented, proactive and able to work well independently and under pressure.

Skills and Experience

• Open to all disciplines but preferably trained in one of the following areas: journalism, technology, public policy, communications
• Interest and knowledge in technology and/ or public policy
• Excellent writing, editing and communication skills

• Excellent command of English, and proficiency in other regional languages an asset

· Experience building relationships and syndicating content with third party resources

· Articulate, creative thinker and problem solver

· Experience managing media relations agencies

· Must be comfortable engaging with and influencing senior executives

· Ability to thrive in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment

· High attention to detail and the ability to audit his/her team’s work for accuracy and quality

· Presentable and confident

· Ability to work as part of a close-knit team and deliver against tight deadlines

· A professional with a responsible attitude to work

· Enthusiastic attitude to all parties and a deep desire to manage by the numbers

Responsibilities

· Content creation: contribute editorial content for digital platform: conduct research in timely manner and produce quality and engaging content

• Social media management: repurpose content for digital assets on social media channels and engage target audience

• Research and monitor regional technology trends
• Monitor and analyse the performance of the digital platform and make recommendations for improvements
• Generate creative ideas to optimise content and readership
• Conduct in-depth research and interviews with top Government leaders and IT experts

The Rewards:

We offer international exposure, an excellent salary and the opportunity to work on some of the most-regarded conferences in the industry.

For those of you who are interested please send your CV with a covering letter.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

About OpenGov

Purpose: Inform and Empower

Vision: Delivering exciting engagements that inform and empower digital executives

Mission: To provide platforms that enable the sharing of ideas, knowledge and expertise, and bring Digital Executives together to grow and learn from their experience of engagement with OpenGov

Culture: Teamwork, Passion, Dedication, Humility and Inclusion

OpenGov is a content platform, dedicated to sharing ICT-related knowledge and information between governments. We focus on the public sector in the Asia-Pacific region. We help governments become more Efficient, Agile, Transparent and Secure, to improve the lives of their citizens.

OpenGov has over 20 years’ experience in the sector. We interact regularly with hundreds of Government ICT officials across Asia, Australia and New Zealand. In the process, we have gained a thorough understanding of the challenges faced by Government CIOs in a rapidly transforming world. We bridge the intersection between Information and Communication Systems (ICT) on one side and government agencies, healthcare and education sectors on the other. We leverage our network and expertise to assist CIOs in their journey, exploring solutions to complex problems and finding best practice examples.

OpenGov organises C-level conferences across the region, where valuable insights are shared by public sector leaders from around the world. Our pioneering roundtable format, which is rapidly becoming the industry norm, encourages many-to-many exchange of experiences among delegates and speakers. It enhances learning and enables true collaboration. Participation from the private sector is included, introducing fresh perspectives.

We also arrange customised Breakfast Dialogues, facilitating intensive, in-depth analysis of current trends and specific issues. Our team has been a past winner of the "Best CEO Level Conference in Asia" award.

Our digital platform features interviews with officials and executives from the public-sector ICT arena and opinion pieces from thought leaders. We publish reports on digital transformation projects and highlight successful government initiatives.

OpenGov is the Proud Winner of:

• A Rotary Singapore-ASME Award – Entrepreneur of the Year 2017
• A Rotary Singapore-ASME Award – Entrepreneur of the Year – Business Strategy 2017
• MPAS Award - Event of The Year 2017
• Sparks Award - Best Event of The Year by Media Owner 2017
• TIAS President's Award 2015/2016
• SMEs Asia Awards 2015/2016

Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Education:

• Bachelor's or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• editorial: 3 years (Required)