Deputy Director: Editing

Our client is looking for a Deputy Director of Editing  for responsibility of editing and  proofreading  of  official  documents  to  ensure  grammatical correctness,  style,  logic  and  consistency  in  order  to  guarantee  professional results and maintain the standards and image of the Department of Science and Technology.

Job Description:

1) Provision of editing support to the Department

• Edit and proofread official documents for grammar, style, logic and consistency (mainly internal documents, e.g. the internal newsletter, the Intranet, submissions, etc.)
• Liaise with writers of documents to determine meaning where this is unclear.

2) Provision of proofreading support to the Department

• Proofread official documents before publication (mainly internal newsletter)

3) Administrative tasks related to the above

• Keep register when requested

Competency Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE

• Excellent knowledge of the English language [Recommended: English as first language]
• Background knowledge of the Public Service
• Ability to think creatively and write plainly and fluently

SKILLS

• Exceptional English skills
• Excellent written communication skills Solid spoken communication skills Excellent editing skills Excellent proofreading skills

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Good interpersonal relations
• Ability to meet tight deadlines

EXPERIENCE

• Three to five years'''' experience in writing and editing preferably within the public service.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least a bachelor''''s degree, preferably with English as a major.