Selective Search: Global Editorial Lead (Tokyo / Ideas, Narrative and Strategy) We are entering a phase where ideas, narratives, and intellectual positioning will define the trajectory of our organization.
At IISIA, we are expanding our global presence — including active engagement with the United Nations system and increasing involvement in geoeconomics and AI-enabled governance.In this context, we are building a function that goes beyond content creation.I am looking for a Global Editorial Lead who can work closely with me to shape and articulate our intellectual and strategic direction.This is not a conventional editorial role.The position requires someone who can:＊Structure complex ideas into coherent narratives＊Translate policy, strategy, and research into globally relevant discourse＊Design and oversee editorial outputs across formats (articles, reports, speeches, etc.)＊Build and maintain a consistent intellectual voice at an international levelThe role sits at the intersection of strategy, writing, and institutional positioning.The position is based in Tokyo (Marunouchi), with strong global orientation.Fluency in Japanese is essential, along with a high level of English proficiency.I am particularly interested in individuals who:Have strong writing and editorial capabilities (in Japanese and/or English)Are intellectually curious and comfortable engaging with abstract conceptsHave experience in policy, media, academia, or strategic communicationsCan work directly with leadership in shaping narratives and outputsThis role is part of a broader organizational build-out, alongside Vice-level, Chief of Staff support, and communications positions.If this resonates with you, we would be most grateful if you could kindly contact us at recruit●haradatakeo.com (● denotes @).—Takeo HaradaCEO / RepresentativeInstitute for International Strategy and Information Analysis (IISIA)#GlobalNarratives#Policy#Strategy#AIgovernance