Lead crisis intelligence analysis for samdesk from Australia, using social media newsgathering and fact-finding in a fully remote role. Support AI-first alerts across APAC.

As Lead Analyst, you will provide live coverage within samdesk’s Asia-Pacific Real-Time Coverage team. You will evaluate breaking incidents, corroborate information, and curate timely alerts for customers. Reporting to the Regional Manager, Asia-Pacific, you will mentor analysts and help shape team direction.

Key Responsibilities:

- Evaluate incidents and prioritize impact using judgement and playbooks
- Gather, corroborate, and curate real-time crisis information
- Manage at least two analysts through coaching and feedback
- Ensure alerts and information remain timely, relevant, and accurate
- Support rostering,



scheduling, leave approvals, and team operations

Requirements:

- Based in Australia and available for fully work from home
- Interest in breaking news, current affairs, and geopolitical issues
- Understanding of social media newsgathering and fact-finding
- Confidence working independently within a globally distributed team
- Relevant degree in political science, international relations, journalism, or similar

Bring crisis judgment, social media research, and people leadership to samdesk’s APAC real-time coverage operation.

📌 Lead Crisis Intelligence Analyst APAC (Alberta)
🏢 samdesk
📍 Alberta