Deputy Director: Editing

 

Recruiter:

Carlysle Human Capital

Job Ref:

DBN000651

Date posted:

Tuesday, June 21, 2022

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

Salary:

R49 617 per month CTC


SUMMARY:
Join the Department of Science and Technology in a Deputy Director for a role of Editing and Proofreading! 12 month contract and a good rate.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Our client is looking for a Deputy Director of Editing  for responsibility of editing and  proofreading  of  official  documents  to  ensure  grammatical correctness,  style,  logic  and  consistency  in  order  to  guarantee  professional results and maintain the standards and image of the Department of Science and Technology.

Job Description:

1) Provision of editing support to the Department

  • Edit and proofread official documents for grammar, style, logic and consistency (mainly internal documents, e.g. the internal newsletter, the Intranet, submissions, etc.)
  • Liaise with writers of documents to determine meaning where this is unclear.

2) Provision of proofreading support to the Department

  • Proofread official documents before publication (mainly internal newsletter)

3) Administrative tasks related to the above

  • Keep register when requested

Competency Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE

  • Excellent knowledge of the English language [Recommended: English as first language]
  • Background knowledge of the Public Service
  • Ability to think creatively and write plainly and fluently

SKILLS

  • Exceptional English skills
  • Excellent written communication skills Solid spoken communication skills Excellent editing skills Excellent proofreading skills

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

  • Good interpersonal relations
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines

EXPERIENCE

  • Three to five years'''' experience in writing and editing preferably within the public service.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • At least a bachelor''''s degree, preferably with English as a major.

 

 

 

 

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