United Nations University is Looking for Editorial and Publishing Associate: Apply Now!

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Application Deadline: 11 July 2024

United Nations University is Looking for Editorial and Publishing Associate: Apply Now!

United Nations University (UNU)

UNU is an international community of scholars engaged in policy-oriented research, capacity development and dissemination of knowledge in furthering the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. The mission of UNU is to contribute, through research and capacity building, to efforts to resolve the pressing global problems that are the concern of the United Nations and its Member States.

About United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER)

UNU-WIDER is one of 14 research and training Institutes that comprise the think tanks in the UNU system. UNU-WIDER is a leading international development economics think tank. The Institute provides economic analysis and policy advice with the aim of promoting sustainable and equitable development for all.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Head of Operations, and thematic guidance of the Director of the Institute, the Editorial and Publishing Associate ensures execution of transparent and efficient publications services at UNU-WIDER through promotion of collaborative, client-oriented approach in the publications pipeline.The Editorial and Publishing Associate also works in close collaboration with internal and external authors, academic book and journal editors, and publishing house staff (commissioning, production, marketing) for resolving publication related issues and information exchange.

Key Performance Indicators

Timely development and implementation of academic publishing processes, internal and external publications of high quality.
Independently applies extensive knowledge to deliver on operational and publishing procedures ensuring timeliness and high-quality products.

Ensures high quality and level of engagement with authors, editors, publishers, team members, colleagues, partners.
Effectively manages and supervises PSA/general service staff.
Ensures performance and professional development of personnel in publications team.

Competencies

Values:

Inclusion – Take action to create an environment of dignity and respect for all, regardless of age, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, geography, grade, language, nationality, racial identity, religion, sex, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, social origin or any other aspect of identity.
Integrity – Act ethically, demonstrating the standards of conduct of the United Nations and taking prompt action in case of witnessing unprofessional or unethical behaviour, or any other breach of UN standards.

Humility – Demonstrate self-awareness and willingness to learn from others.
Humanity – Act according to the purposes of the United Nations: peace, dignity and equality on a healthy planet.

Behaviours:

Connect and Collaborate – Build positive relationships with others to advance the work of the United Nations and work coherently as One UN
Analyse and Plan – Seek out and use data from a wide range of sources to understand problems, inform decision-making, propose evidence-based solutions and plan action
Deliver Results with Positive Impact – Hold oneself and others accountable for delivering results and making a positive difference to the people and causes that the United Nations serves

Learn and Develop – Pursue own learning and development and contribute to the learning and development of others
Adapt and Innovate – Demonstrate flexibility, agility and the ability to think and act in novel ways

Qualifications

1) Education and certification

Completion of secondary education is required or Bachelor’s degree in publications, language, business, public administration, social sciences or relevant fields.

2) Required skills and experience

A minimum of six (6) years (with secondary education) or four (4) years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant work experience in copy editing, formatting, proofreading, publishing preferably in an academic and/or international setting.

Knowledge of academic writing and formal publishing — competencies, requirements, protocols is an advantage.
Professional experience in copy-editing academic writing is an advantage.
Experience in drafting reports, communications, presentations, and gathering statistics is an advantage.

Working knowledge and experience using MS Office. Working knowledge of anti-plagiarism detection software, LaTeX, and EndNote is an advantage.
Experience in working in international development organizations is an asset.

3) Language Requirements