Researcher on Middle East Affairs (Qatar)
23/10/2026 www.arabjobs.comSingapore, Singapore
Management & Consulting
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Part Time
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10 Open Positions
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Arabic - Good English - Good
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Description
This position involves news reporting and research analysis focused on Middle East regional affairs. Responsibilities include continuously tracking political, diplomatic, economic, and social developments in the Gulf region; monitoring local mainstream media, official statements, and social media sentiment; independently initiating story ideas; conducting field reporting and interviews; and producing news articles, in-depth reports, and commentaries. Additionally, the role entails conducting thematic regional research, drafting analytical briefs and reports, mapping out the trajectory of major events, assessing situational trends, and uncovering the underlying geopolitical logic. Leveraging local resources, the incumbent will collaborate with the team to produce multimedia content, meet deadlines for articles and research deliverables, ensure content objectivity and accuracy, and provide frontline information support to the headquarters team.
This position is a remote role.
Job Skills
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Candidates must possess a solid academic background in International Relations, Middle East Studies, or Journalism/Communication, along with familiarity with the history, culture, religious customs, and geopolitical landscape of the Gulf states; prior field experience or study in the Middle East is preferred. Proficiency in English is required, and Arabic proficiency is a plus; candidates must be able to read local foreign-language materials and conduct interviews without language barriers. Applicants should demonstrate excellent skills in news writing and text analysis, a knack for information vetting and fact-checking, a keen news sense, and the ability to conduct independent research and assessment. The role requires the ability to adapt to the pace of overseas assignments and work well under pressure, as well as strong cross-cultural communication and resource-building skills; a commitment to journalistic integrity and a rigorous research mindset are essential. Prior experience in international news reporting or country-specific research is preferred.
