Job Brief
We are looking for an Editor to manage our staff news writers. You would work closely with PR to properly promote news content. Although you may on occasion be assigned with other duties, generally you will edit the contributing writers' texts.
Responsibilities
▪ Check for factual errors by making extensive and meticulous research, and also correct logical and grammatical errors
▪ Make edits as necessary
▪ Provide regular feedback to our writers on how to improve their work
▪ Maintain production schedules and report on the progress
▪ Participate in brain storming sessions regarding publication content
▪ Manage team of news writers, hiring and terminating as needed and necessary
▪ Bachelor's degree or higher in the fields of Publishing, English, Communication, Media or Journalism
▪ A Minimum of 4 years’ experience at Editor level
▪ To be an ambassador for the brand at all time
▪ Excellent editing, presentation and communication skills
▪ The ability to work under stress and to keep deadlines
▪ Positive attitude, detail and reader oriented with good multitasking and organisational ability
▪ Fluency in English
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Time Commitment: The minimum commitment is an average of 10 hours per week including a weekly one on one meeting with Executive Director.
How to Apply: Please apply through smartrecruiters. You must apply with a CV and cover letter that outlines why you think you are suitable for the position (please refer to the requirements for this position). Additionally please stipulate how many hours you are able to contribute to IWI a week. If your application does not fulfil these requirements it will not be considered.
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Open job postingAbout the company
Founded in August 2012, International Women’s Initiative (IWI) is a Community Interest Company (CIC) working towards the promotion of women's rights and gender equality around the world. We believe that we will achieve this through the creation of volunteer and professional networks and the provision of a platform for engaging in constructive commentary and ideas-sharing in the field. Funds raised by the organisation are used to support and resource partnerships with community-based organisations or projects. We are currently focusing on advancing our Safe Birthing Programme which seeks to reduce the high levels of maternal mortality in the Amolatar District, Uganda.