The Centre for Investigative Reporting (CIR) Sri Lanka is seeking experienced journalists to join its team as full-time Investigative Journalists (English).
The positions offer mid-career journalists an opportunity to pursue in-depth, high-impact investigations on issues affecting Sri Lanka, including governance, human rights and climate change.
The Role
Successful candidates will produce in-depth, multi-platform investigative stories, combining data, open-source intelligence (OSINT) and ground reporting. They will also have opportunities to collaborate on regional and international cross-border investigations.
What You Will Do
- Produce in-depth, multi-platform investigative reports.
- Apply data journalism, OSINT and ground reporting techniques.
- Collaborate on regional and global cross-border investigations.
Who We Are Looking For
Applicants should have:
- 3–8 years of experience working in active newsrooms or digital media.
- Fluency in English and a working knowledge of Sinhala or Tamil.
- An investigative mindset and digital security skills.
Women and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary.
- Full editorial and technical support.
- International training and career development opportunities.
- Editorial autonomy and a non-partisan working environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should email the following documents to hr@cir.lk:
- Cover letter.
- Updated CV.
- Three work samples.
- A story pitch of 300–400 words.
Email subject: Application: Investigative Journalist (English) – [Your Name]
Application deadline: 30 November 2026
Interviews: Early December 2026
Expected starting date: January 2027
Join CIR and contribute to impactful investigative journalism.
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