Editorial
Assistant
Overall Purpose
To provide editorial and administrative support to the Media & Communication functions to ensure publications are produced in good quality and in a timely fashion.
Contractual Period
Fixed term contract of 3 months with a probation period of 1 month.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Reporting
to the Media & Communications Officer, the post holder will:-
- Interact
with line programme officers to ensure the publications are on schedule
for
- production.
- Assist
in coordinating various publications and IEC materials through internal
and
- external
processes (e.g. graphic design/layout and quality control).
- Copy
edit and proofread draft publications and fact check to ensure accuracy.
- Ensure
the look and feel of publications adhere to the KHRC house style.
- Provide
administrative and clerical support to the department.
- Performs
other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- To
be successful in this role the post holder will have the following:
- Bachelor
of Arts degree in English or Journalism (preferred)
- Experience
in copy-editing and proofreading.
- Knowledge
of artwork presentation (ability to discuss composition, design, etc.)
required
- Knowledge
of human rights writing is an added advantage.
- Experience
with Microsoft Office Suite is required and familiarity with InDesign is
an
- added
advantage
Desirable Traits
- Strong
writing skills; especially good grammar and spelling skills Copyediting
and proofreading skills
- Ability
to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing required.
- Strong
analytical skills
- Good
interpersonal skills
- Must
have the ability to pay close attention to details.
- Must
have the ability to organize.
- Must
have the ability to meet deadlines, work well under time constraints and
handle multiple project elements simultaneously.
How to apply
If you believe you fit the profile, submit your application and CV detailing your suitability for the post and including daytime telephone contact and three referees, preferably your current or previous line managers to admin@khrc.or.ke quoting the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line.
The
closing date for this position is on 22nd March 2013.
Disclaimer:
KHRC is an
equal opportunity employer, committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality
within our organization and will recruit the most qualified person irrespective
of race, marital status, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation or
nationality.
Canvassing
will automatically lead to disqualification.
Only
successful candidates will be contacted
