We are a global group of PRESS & COMMUNICATIONS agencies, specializing in the production of country reports, with the aim of providing an economic and business analysis to an influential audience. Operating across the globe, our reports are published within the world’s most renowned and respected newspapers and magazines. With exciting expansion plans, AFA Press is currently looking for the finest young talent out there and offers you the unique opportunity to become part of our sales team as an International Journalist.
We are looking for university graduates with a sound knowledge of international current affairs, proven experience in conducting face-to-face interviews and excellent presentation abilities. You have to be dynamic, open-minded, ambitious, adventurous, self-motivated, independent, creative, convincing, confident and a good negotiator.
You must be fluent/bilingual in English (both spoken and written) and one of the following languages is a plus: Spanish, French, Portuguese, Russian.
If you do not meet these requirements, your CV will NOT be considered for this position.
This job requires candidates to live and work in any country of the world, travelling for a total of 11 months a year. This is not an office job!
This position involves working and living in teams of 2 – 3 people in the country of destination, developing important networks and making contacts at the highest level in order to gather editorial and advertising content for the reports. This position can also be considered as the initial training to establish a long-term career in a truly international fast-paced commercial environment where your efforts will be rewarded and with all overseas business expenses covered.
Have you got the AFA factor?
Charisma
Determination to succeed
Excellent people and networking skills
Excellent verbal presentation skills
Excellent convincing skills
Problem solving skills
Bold and unafraid "make it happen" attitude
Work capacity: willing to work long hours
Adaptability to unpredicted events
Flexibility to work in different environments
Corporate and social etiquette
Job Requirements:
We are looking for people who have the ability to conduct interviews with business and political figures at the highest level of seniority.
At least 5 years experience in a journalist role conducting face-to-face interviews.
You must be native/bilingual level English (both spoken and written) and one of the following languages is a plus: Spanish, French, Portuguese, and Russian.
Excellent personal presentation and strong communication and networking skills
Excellent convincing and problem solving skills
Flexibility and adaptability to changes, willingness to live in any country in the world and change on a short notice as required by the company
Corporate and social etiquette. Exquisite manners. This position requires networking and interacting with people at top-level management in both public and private sector
The company offers:
An excellent financial package with an attractive base salary and high commissions.
Work expenses covered including accommodation, communication, private health insurance, travel within a project and more.
Daily allowance whilst field-based.
Full initial training and fast-track promotion to Project Director.
The opportunity to meet world leaders, senior government officials, top CEOs and the most influential people in each country.
The chance to experience the political, economic and social reality of the countries you work in.
How to apply:
If you are interested please send your CV at:
recruitment@afa-press.com
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