Regional Editor – Moldova

About the role

The OCCRP Regional Editor for Moldova will lead and coordinate local and cross‑border investigations, working closely with Moldovan member centres, partner organisations and freelancers. This role requires strong editorial direction, investigative instincts and deep knowledge of the Moldovan political and media landscape.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate and support collaborative investigations across Moldova and neighbouring countries, focusing on corruption, organised crime, illicit financial flows, disinformation and foreign influence.
• Guide story development, ensure investigations meet OCCRP standards, and oversee the editorial process from pitch to final edit.
• Mentor reporters, provide security guidance, manage fact‑checking, footnotes and the Right of Reply process.
• Collaborate with OCCRP’s data, impact, audience, social media and production teams to maximise reach and visibility.
• Represent OCCRP within the Moldovan media ecosystem and support fundraising and grant‑writing efforts with regional insight.

Required profile

• Based in or willing to relocate to Moldova.
• Minimum five years of journalism experience, with extensive investigative reporting and cross‑border collaboration.
• Proven track record of leading and mentoring reporters in collaborative, multi‑country projects.
• Strong background investigating corruption, illicit money flows, disinformation and foreign influence operations.
• Fluency in English and ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and navigate high‑risk reporting situations.