The Editor handles production of PHT reports and other documents from the raw copy stage through the binding and distribution process, and performs editing of shorter PHT publications. He or she assists technical staff in the preparation of quality documents by providing editorial assessments and performing substantive editing, such as reorganization, rewrites of passages, and accommodating non-native English writers. The Editor is responsible for documents related to the major PHT programs, including the Systems for Improved Access to Pharmaceuticals and Services Program as well as for work related to PHT and other MSH center projects. He or she adjusts quickly to shifting priorities and last-minute requests to meet team goals. The Editor is responsible for tracking various projects such as quarterly reports and helping the editorial team stay on deadline. In the absence of the Senior Editor, the editor must be able to take over responsibilities required to keep the fast-paced workflow required by the Group moving ahead. The Editor participates in assessing and developing editorial policies and procedures.
Specific Responsibilities
Editing (100%)
- Perform substantive editing, copyediting, and proofreading of assigned PHT documents, including manuals, assessment reports, presentations, annual reports, newsletters, proposals, and communications materials without requiring oversight by the Senior Editor. All editing work to meet USAID and PHT requirements.
- Edit flyers, Web materials, conference-related printed matter, visual aids, and promotional materials.
- Manage freelance editors, proofreaders, and graphic artists and oversee administrative tasks by PHT support staff.
- Draft statements of work and prepare outside service agreements.
- Take responsibility for reviewing work of freelancers and responding to their queries, and approve invoices as appropriate.
- Review and comment on draft designs for covers, posters, slides, etc. Also coordinate with translators on translation projects.
- Provide full backstopping for the Senior Editor’s management and technical responsibilities including activity management, editorial services and orientations for incoming PHT staff.
- Work with authors to resolve queries, obtain necessary approvals, and negotiate any disputed style points. Must be flexible in working with authors internationally.
- Take full responsibility for assigned technical documents. Work with authors on document preparation and schedules, stay within budgetary guidelines, and meet all deadlines from the raw copy stage through the binding and distribution process.
- Maintain style sheets; revise acronym list, style bibliographies, or reference lists as necessary.
- Review queries and edits with the author and ensure that any changes made in a portion of the manuscript are reflected throughout the entire document.
- Participate in all stages of the document production process, including basic-to-moderate formatting, printing, and online dissemination.
- Work with graphic artists, the Senior Technical Writer, and Communications Manager to bring documents through all iterations of corrections to final copy and dissemination.
- Collaborate with other team members to develop or revise and carry out procedures related to technical staff or specific to the Editorial group.
- Meet regularly with the Editorial team, and meet with authors/and technical staff as needed.
- Become familiar with the PHT Style Guides, and participate in developing, revising, and implementing quality control mechanisms and guidelines.
- Maintain integrity of electronic files and hard copies of administrative and manuscript files.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with appropriate training in editing and production.
- 3 years editing experience.
Preferred:
- 7 to 10 years of experience as a professional editor with technical editing in medical or international public health field.
Knowledge and Skills
- Solid experience in the editing profession, preferably within an international health-related field.
- Familiarity with document layout, author rights and permissions, research and fact checking.
- Experience with USAID projects helpful.
- Demonstrated editing skills, especially with international public health projects.
- Experience in manuscript assessment to determine a document’s editorial requirements and able to write scopes of work for freelancers.
- Ability to accurately proofread and review documents for layout and formatting consistency required.
- Proficiency in file management and editorial production.
- Strong Word program skills, including working in track changes and developing table of contents, pagination, and tables. Also intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Excel and PowerPoi Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat helpful.
- Proficiency in Google docs and file shariing.
- Thorough familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style required.
- English fluency required including speaking, writing, understanding, and reading; additional proficiency in French and/or Spanish desirable.
Competencies
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to interact professionally with culturally and linguistically diverse staff, clients, and consultants.
- Independent worker who is a self-starter.
- A team player who can pitch in on priority projects and has a sense of humor.
- Ability to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities in a time- sensitive environment, and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality.
Physical Demands
- Keyboard use, pulling drawers, lifting papers <10 lbs.
EEO Statement
Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
Reports To
Managing Editor, PHT
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