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Hiring Editorial Product Manager!

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Email application to hr@malaysiakini.com


Responsibilities
Content and Product Strategy
  • Develop and execute strategies that align editorial content with digital product innovation.
  • Prioritize content production and product features based on audience needs and business goals.
  • Identify and evaluate new opportunities to expand Malaysiakini’s reach and impact.
Product Development and Execution
  • Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of digital products, from ideation to launch.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including editors, designers, engineers, and analysts, to create high-quality and user-centric products.
  • Lead initiatives to optimize user experience across platforms, ensuring content is accessible, engaging, and impactful.
User-Centric Content Delivery
  • Apply design thinking principles to ensure the seamless presentation of content across devices and formats.
  • Understand audience behavior and preferences to inform product decisions and content curation.
  • Innovate storytelling methods using emerging digital tools and techniques.
Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Leverage analytics to measure content and product performance, identifying areas for improvement.
  • Use data insights to inform strategic decisions, enhance user engagement, and achieve business objectives.
Collaboration and Leadership
  • Act as a liaison between editorial and technical teams to ensure alignment on goals and priorities.
  • Communicate the vision and progress of projects to stakeholders across the organization.
  • Champion a culture of innovation and collaboration within the team.
Qualifications
Specific Skills
  • Journalism Acumen: A strong understanding of editorial workflows and storytelling techniques, with the ability to identify and leverage digital storytelling opportunities.
  • Design Thinking: Experience designing user-centric digital products with an emphasis on content presentation and accessibility.
  • Technical Fluency: Familiarity with web development processes, UX design principles, and digital publishing tools.
  • Data Analytics: Proficiency in using analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand audience engagement and inform product decisions.
General Skills
  • Business Acumen: Ability to balance editorial and financial goals, ensuring products drive both audience satisfaction and revenue.
  • Prototyping: Skill in creating visual aids and prototypes to communicate ideas to stakeholders.
  • Problem-Solving: Creative and strategic thinker capable of addressing complex challenges.
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to articulate ideas and build consensus.
  • Leadership: Proven ability to inspire and guide cross-functional teams towards shared objectives.
  • Empathy: Deep understanding of user needs and motivations to deliver impactful and engaging products.
Why Join Malaysiakini?
  • Be part of a mission-driven organization transforming the future of journalism.
  • Work with a diverse and passionate team of professionals in a collaborative environment.
  • Play a critical role in driving innovation in independent media.
  • Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume, a cover letter highlighting relevant experience, and a brief portfolio (if available) to [hr@malaysiakini.com].