Job title : Editor
Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria
Deadline : December 20, 2024
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Operations Linguistically edit and proofread manuscripts, reports, map legends, and figures following local and international standards. Consult with authors to ensure that the original meaning of the document is retained after editing. Compile, edit, proofread and oversee the printing of internal newsletter. Edit and proofread internal communication and promotional material as requested. Assist with linguistic queries e.g. concord, idioms, translations. Edit report figures so that they are acceptable for publication and printing. Create a layout of publications according to house style and/or oversee the layout of publications by an in-house graphic designer. Compile specifications for printing. Receive proofs for final checking and check the quality of paper, the colour of text and graphics and authorise printer to do print run. Assist to manipulate graphics so that they are acceptable for publication. Once the report or manuscript has been published, circulate to the relevant recipients (author, internal bookshop, library, etc.) for records keeping.
Project Management Implement project plans or work components related to editing and production of internal publications. Coordinate and implement the; Receipt of new draft manuscripts for publication. Scheduling of the workload. Manage deadlines for projects. Manage the workflow of the publications. Check printer proofs and printed products. Manage release and dissemination of CGS publications. Report on the status of publications.
Stakeholder Relations Advise management of local and international linguistic standards and applicable regulations. Liaise with and attend meetings with committees to produce the publication at the end of a project that incorporates all the research and findings in either report or booklet format. Maintain healthy relations with various internal stakeholders. May be required to interact with service providers to ensure delivery of the requirements of the CGS where needed. Liaise with authors on the submission, review, and final publications of reports/manuscripts.
Quality Assurance Ensure implementation of the ISO accreditation process within the work stream. Ensure quality control and quality assurance of products and services and compliance with ISO, at all times. Quality assures the editing of submitted documents. Ensure that submissions meet the requirements in line with in-house standards (e.g. reports templates and minimum resolutions for images, etc. Assess the quality of paper, the colour of text and graphics on submissions/manuscript.
BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail. Ability to organise, prioritise, workload. Deadline and results driven. Ability to be flexible, work individually, and in a team player. Demonstrate professionalism, thoroughness, and accuracy in assignments. Ability to recognise and manage risks as well as solve problems in the work stream. Positive outlook, willing to engender a positive organisational culture, as well as lead and motivate subordinates. Knowledge of applicable regulations and or laws applicable to the field of expertise.
Knowledge and Experience A minimum of 5 years' experience in editing, proofreading, and manuscript layout. Experience in linguistic editing and manuscript layout. Editing and Review experience in the geoscientific field. Ability to perform proofreading (spelling and grammar), editing, and rewriting. Demonstrable and proven success in developing and completing a publication concerning editing. The ability to translate written literature between English and at least one South African language and one international language respectively will be an added advantage.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Grade 12 and; BA in English, journalism, communications, or a relevant field.
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