Senior Investigative Journalist, Armenian Service, Yerevan

About the role

RFE/RL is looking for a Senior Investigative Journalist to join its Armenian Bureau in Yerevan. You will produce original investigations and special reports on Armenia, covering issues of public interest through rigorous reporting, verification, source development and data-driven research. The role helps strengthen the service's investigative journalism capacity across long-form investigations, multimedia projects and breaking stories.

Key responsibilities

• Initiate, research, produce and edit original investigations and special reports
• Develop the Armenian Service's investigative agenda and contribute to long-term editorial planning
• Generate investigative story ideas and turn selected concepts into publishable investigations
• Work with reliable sources, documents, databases, OSINT tools and digital resources, verifying information and maintaining high editorial standards
• Conduct interviews remotely, in the studio or in the field
• Produce content in multiple formats: written investigations, multimedia stories, live reporting, blogs, podcasts, social media, photography and video
• Collaborate with the central newsroom, multimedia and digital teams, other language services and field bureaus, and work with video producers and editors
• Represent RFE/RL at professional forums, conferences and industry events when required
• Review and strengthen investigative workflows and guide colleagues on projects

Required profile

• At least 10 years of investigative journalism experience, preferably in a major news organization
• Proven track record of original, high-impact investigations and complex projects under deadline pressure
• Strong knowledge of Armenia's political, economic and social landscape and regional and international affairs
• University degree in journalism or a related field is desirable; a combination of education and experience will also be considered
• Native-level Armenian; English proficiency desirable

Required skills

• Investigative reporting, research, verification and storytelling
• Digital research techniques, databases and OSINT platforms
• Working with documents, public records and data analysis
• Building relationships with partner organizations and investigative networks

What we offer

• An international and friendly working environment
• Courses for professional development
• Life and health insurance from the first working day

To apply, submit a CV, an application letter and a portfolio of investigative journalism work. The process is competitive, with several selection rounds.