Senior Investigative Correspondent

Senior Investigative Correspondent, China

Senior Investigative Correspondent for MBN to report on China’s economic and geopolitical role and its intersection with the Middle East and North Africa.

• Lead in-depth investigations into China’s economic and geopolitical activities and their reach across the Middle East and North Africa.
• Develop and maintain a strong network of sources across government, industry, finance, and academia.
• Produce long‑form investigative and explanatory journalism.
• Cover cross‑border China‑related developments (US, EU, Gulf, North Africa, Korea, Southeast Asia).
• Work closely with the Senior Editor and Data Editor to keep every story evidence‑based and airtight.
• Weigh geopolitical and reputational risks of sensitive stories.

Perform additional job‑related duties and take on new responsibilities as needed based on organizational requirements and circumstances.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Native‑level English (required).
• 5–10 years in investigative journalism or equivalent reporting roles.
• A proven track record of original reporting and source development.
• A strong understanding of China’s economic and political systems.
• The judgment to handle complex, sensitive, and high‑risk subject matter responsibly.
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills.

• Mandarin Chinese proficiency.
• Arabic proficiency.
• Experience in cross‑border or international reporting.
• Familiarity with MENA markets, sovereign wealth funds, or energy trade.

MBN is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.