Himal Southasian is looking for two editors to join their remote editorial team: an Assistant Editor and an Associate Editor.

• If you care deeply about Southasian politics, society and culture – and want to be part of a publication that has been asking hard questions across the region for over three decades, we would like to hear from you.
• We welcome applications from candidates who belong to marginalised social groups.
• Both roles are full-time, remote and on a two-year contract. Application reviews begin 25 March 2026.

ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Are you an experienced editor with a passion for Southasian politics and culture? If you have at least four years of editorial experience and want to help shape Himal’s unique Southasian journalism, we want to hear from you. Candidates from marginalised social groups are encouraged to apply.

Location: Remote, primarily based in Southasia Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday, on a two-year contract
Timeline: Rolling until filled, application reviews begin 25 March
How to apply: Send your CV and a cover letter naming two references to editorial@himalmag.com with the subject line “<Name> – Associate Editor 2026”

ASSISTANT EDITOR

If you are an early-career professional with at least one year of editorial experience, an eye for great writing and a deep interest in Southasian affairs, we want to hear from you. Candidates from marginalised social groups are encouraged to apply.

Location: Remote, primarily based in Southasia Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday, on a two-year
contract
Timeline: Rolling until filled, application reviews begin 25 March
How to apply: Send your CV and a cover letter naming two references to editorial@himalmag.com with the subject line “<Name> – Assistant Editor 2026”

Application reviews will begin from 25 March 2026. A complete application must include your CV and a cover letter naming two references. Candidates from marginalised social groups may, if they wish, briefly describe their social background in the cover letter.

Shortlisted applicants can expect a test assignment followed by an interview process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more detailed guidelines, visit the link below