Conflict Operations Editor – Anywhere

The Conflict Operations Editor is responsible for overseeing high-risk newsgathering efforts and ensuring staff safety in conflict zones, working closely with security teams and newsroom leaders. The role involves guiding reporting operations, assessing risks, and establishing conflict bureaus, while supporting disaster recovery and crisis management. It requires effective communication skills to brief leadership and coordinate operational security measures with relevant teams, including legal and IT security. The position demands experience in volatile environments, managing local teams, and developing safety protocols for complex reports. The role is based in any location with flexible remote work possibilities and international deployment requirements. It highlights leadership in crisis, operational security, and a commitment to journalistic independence and safety.