Senior Editors/Asociate Editors at Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa (CSEA)

Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the review and editorial process to ensure the publication of high-quality documents including research papers, proposals and project reports.
• Providing critical evaluations of submitted documents to enhance the quality of proposals and published work.
• Collaborating closely with authors to improve the clarity, coherence, and impact of their research.
• Ensuring that all publications adhere to CSEA’s editorial guidelines and standards.
• Checking for grammatical errors, typos, inconsistencies in style, and factual accuracy.
• Reviewing each line of text for clarity, conciseness and adherence to style guides.

Required Qualifications:

• At least a bachelor’s degree in English, English Literature, Journalism, Communications, or any other related field.
• A proven track record/portfolio of published research and/or editorial experience, particularly within the disciplines of Economics, Finance, and International Development.
• Demonstrated knowledge in the thematic areas relevant to CSEA’s work, including economic development, policy research, and other related fields.

Proficiency:

• Attention to detail.
• High level of efficiency, with excellent time management, communication, organisational skills, and the ability to work to meet deadlines.
• High level of written language skills, and commitment to the publication/submission of excellent documents.
• Awareness of changes in the research policy space and a flexible and collaborative working style.
  

  Method of Application

  Send your resume, cover letter, and samples of editorial work to recruitment@cseaafrica.org

  • An updated resume highlighting editorial roles.
  • A cover letter outlining your qualifications, previous editorial experience, and interest in the role.
  • Relevant examples of past editorial work.