International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc.
About Us
We are International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a global consulting firm working some of the most complex and impactful development problems worldwide. We work on programs that help government agencies, private companies and donors improve the lives of others. At IBTCI you will be part of an inclusive team that provides expert solutions and advice to understand and address critical problems while giving you opportunities to succeed and grow.
Assignment Title: Copy Editor
Department/Location: CCG/Remote
Technical Point of Contact: Chief of Party
Type: Consultant
Classification: Consultancy
Category: Ongoing Project
Overview:
IBTCI is seeking a part-time Copy Editor to assist with reviewing and editing (1) site visit reports, (2) draft monitoring reports, and (3) other documents as needed for the Yemen Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Project. This is a part time position that will require approximately 10 to 12 days of work per month.
Responsibilities
Scope of Work:
- Reviews and edits draft Site Visit (SV) Reports and Monthly Monitoring Reports (MMRs) for substance and presentation including a critical review of the SV report logic (picking out integrity issues, assessing validity of data sources, etc.).
- Provides suggestions for improvement of reporting formats, processes and protocols.
- Reports to YMELP COP and receives technical guidance from YMELP DCOP.
- Collaborates closely with YMELP staff in Yemen and Jordan.
- Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the Chief of Party (COP) and/or DCOP.
Serve in the above consultant capacity to support the IBTCI technical practices of Crisis, Conflict & Governance, Agriculture & Food Security & Economic, Education & Growth and Global Health and/or Business Development divisions.
- This position does not authorize/require the consultant to directly communicate with IBTCI clients.
- This position does not authorize/require the consultant to have decision making authority on final work product.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- At least 5 years of experience in copy-editing or report writing
- Excellent writing skills
- Works well in a team setting and highly organized.
- MS Office Skills required
- Ability to work under pressure
- Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing English required.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Experience with USAID projects and deliverables is preferred;
- Experience with humanitarian emergency response programs in the water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), food security, health, nutrition, and/or livelihoods sector is preferred;
- Demonstrable skills in in report writing, editing, formatting, and presentation is essential;
- A high degree of motivation and self-starter qualities is invaluable to the role, supporting the YMELP COP and DCOP with limited oversight and direction; and,
- Demonstrable ability to work independently and in team settings.
Education: BA degree in social sciences, humanities, or related field
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Travel: None.
About the Organization:
IBTCI has been in business since 1987. We specialize in Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Learning (MERL), Institutional Support (IS), Financial & Risk Management (FRM), Supply Chain Management & Procurement (SCMP); Social & Behavior Change (SBC) and Capacity Building. We provide these services across many sectors including, but not limited to, agriculture, resilience & food security, conflict & crisis, democracy & governance, economic growth & trade, education, energy & Infrastructure, environment & climate change, global health & WASH and humanitarian and disaster assistance. At IBTCI, our colleagues are encouraged to collaborate and be part of the solution while getting the tools and guidance needed to grow and support our clients’ missions.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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