Assistant Book Editor at Pan African University (PAU)

Job Summary

• The candidate will be responsible for content editing, proofreading, blurb writing and layout design of manuscripts. This also involves provision of accurate content for Pan-Atlantic University (PAU) Press communications, liaising with authors, commissioning manuscripts and/or all activities aimed at expanding the reach of Pan-Atlantic University Press to new publics.

Job Description

• The responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Review and revise manuscript(s) for accuracy and quality.
• Ensure correct tone, voice, clarity, flow and structure of manuscript(s).
• Communicate and work with author(s) and production team to ensure that manuscripts are published in a timely manner.
• Review book proposals.
• Identify and follow up the scholarly peer-review of manuscripts.
• Write blurbs and artist briefs for cover designer.
• Discuss book project(s) with team.
• Compile and update style guide as required.
• Format and Layout manuscript(s) in Adobe InDesign
• Collaborate with team to come up with fresh and creative ideas, keeping audience in mind.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines.
• Assist in implementing the programmes, strategies of the PAU Press, and any other related duties as may be assigned by the line manager.

Qualifications

• BSc or BA in English, Communication or related field.

Requirements/Competencies

• Proficiency in InDesign (or any other layout tool)
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Innovative creativity, working independently and meeting targets.
• Highly organized and detailed-oriented.
• Flexible and proactive.
• Must be able to manage workload by establishing priorities and be detail-oriented.
• Adherence to deadlines and meeting key deliverables.
• Interpersonal skills / Influencing / negotiation skills.
• Critical thinking, analytical, time management and organizational skills.