English Language Editor

50%

5 months, from early September 2010

Geneva, Switzerland

The Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining (GICHD) works toward the global elimination of anti-personnel mines and minimising the negative humanitarian impact from other landmines and explosive remnants of war. The Centre conducts research, provides operational support to Governments and mine action organisations, and also conducts research studies. The Centre also supports the implementation of relevant instruments of humanitarian law.

This post is within the small Communications team, providing support to all departments of the GICHD. The team has responsibility for all aspects of publications production, internal and external communications and liaises closely with operational project managers to achieve individual projects. The work is varied and interesting and has some scope for further development.

·         editing draft publication texts for clarity, consistency, accuracy and appropriate language levels for non-mother tongue English speakers. Specific examples of these texts include main GICHD publications, ISU publications, webpages, material from the Director’s office, and press releases.

·          undertaking the publications production process including planning, procuring estimates, liaising with project managers and external suppliers, editing text, proofreading layout and signing off documents to the printers.

Other responsibilities include:

·         preparation and regular update of a text and language guide for use by colleagues or consultants (GICHD Writing Guidelines)

·         providing  planning and other support to the Head of Communications, where required

·         maintaining and expanding communication management tools (eg freelance contributoprs matrix)

·         researching communications-related issues

University degree in English language or media-related studies

English mother tongue; French skills and other languages would be an asset

Ability to edit in British English

Familiarity with the production process of publications

Prior work experience of 2-3 years in similar positions

Technical editing experience is preferred

Experience in public relations or media would be a benefit

Self-sufficient in Microsoft standard softwares

Ability to function and multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Holder of valid work permit or Swiss national

The position may require working irregular hours.

No previous knowledge of the mine action sector is necessary, although a willingness to learn fast about the sector and the GICHD’s role in it will be vital.

The GICHD is an equal opportunities employer.

Please send all applications (detailed CV and motivation letter) in English only, by e-mail to:

Ms. Laurence Clarke-Schaller  

Human Resource Coordinator

Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining (GICHD)

Email: hrgichd.org

For further information please contact +41 22 906 16 82, fax +41 22 906 16 90 or visit the GICHD website at www.gichd.org