Editor/Senior Editor - Public Affairs and Communications

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Job description

An independent, global think tank working for a sustainable and peaceful world in which every person thrives.

About us

ODI ( odi.org ) is an independent, global think tank. We work to inspire people to act on injustice and inequality. Through research, convening and influencing, we generate ideas that matter for people and planet.

We are looking for an Editor/Senior Editor for the Humanitarian Policy Group (HPG) to help turn complex research into clear and engaging narratives. The HPG is one of the world's leading teams working on humanitarian issues, dedicated to improving humanitarian policy and practice through a combination of high-quality analysis, dialogue and debate.

This is an open-ended contract. We welcome applications from candidates looking for full-time (35 hours) and part-time (28 hours) roles. Please specify your availability in your cover letter.

The Editor/Senior Editor will ensure the intellectual rigour and editorial quality of the HPG's publications are maintained, working in collaboration with ODI communications colleagues to increase the impact and accessibility of research across the HPG's portfolio.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Providing editorial support across the HPG's range of publications and digital content, including substantive/developmental editing, copyediting and proofreading.
• Working closely and collegiately with researchers to shape the content of research reports to make them clear, well-structured and impactful.
• Assisting on the design and management of publication schedules for all HPG publications, coordinating deadlines, providing quality assurance and assigning relevant roles and responsibilities in collaboration with the Senior Publications Officer.
• Coaching researchers in writing compelling copy for different publication formats, such as research reports, policy briefs, executive summaries, op-ed pieces and blogs.

About you

• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage and prioritise tasks independently.
• Ability to work to strict and competing deadlines and under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise and communicate constructively with colleagues at all levels of seniority and from different cultures.
• Ability to shape content for different audiences and to assist authors with structure and content through development editing.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Confident self-starter and problem-solver with the ability to generate plans and ideas and carry them through to completion.
• Ability to quickly pick up new software and tools; a willingness to learn new skills.

For more information, please download an application pack from our website via the Apply button. If you are experiencing difficulties downloading, please telephone /0351 or email .

Closing date: Monday 3rd January 2022
Estimated interview date: Thursday 13th - Friday 14th January 2022

ODI is committed to developing and supporting diverse and inclusive teams of people who share our passion, where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We offer a range of flexible, family-friendly and inclusive employment policies to support colleagues from a range of backgrounds and nationalities.

ODI is an equal opportunities employer. Charity Reg. No. 228248.