Professional English Editing and Writing Consultant

Background
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UNDP China���s work to enhance China���s domestic, regional and global engagement through policy support requires good communication, not only with counterparts and the general public but also with the international community and foreign donors. The majority of publications need to be made available in English, often requiring further polishing in order to meet the high-quality standard in line with UNDP���s expectations.
Duties and Responsibilities
Job Description
UNDP China is eliciting the services of a highly skilled English editor to proofread and edit draft reports and publications, typically of 20-100 pages in length, before they are cleared to be sent to design and printing. The service also includes the drafting, editing and/or providing quality assurance of external outreach and communications materials.
The services will be requested periodically upon office needs when a new report/publication or other communication materials will be produced.
Expected Outputs/Deliverables
The consultant is expected to:
Review, proofread and edit draft reports, publications, evaluations and other information materials taking into account grammar, style, content and format, as per UNDP guidelines; Check for and correct repetition and spelling or grammar mistakes as well as to improve phrasing and language use for easier reading; Review and edit the presentation style, format (spacing, indentation, capitalization, paragraphs, headings etc.); Draft, edit and/or provide quality assurance of external outreach and communications materials; Develop and prepare creative writing including speeches, communication materials, talking points and etc. Provide consulting service on communication and communication related products.
Methodology
To achieve the objective of the assignment, the contractor(s) will:
Upon request, proofread and edit the content of reports and publications provided by UNDP China; Regularly exchange information with and report to Head of Communications, Innovation and Partnerships and respective Programme Officers responsible for the publication in order to agree on the tasks, scope and timeframe and receive feedback; Double check any unclear meanings with the original drafter or translator and render in improved English.
Preliminary Working Schedule
The contract will be a Two-year LTA contract, and most editing tasks will have a deadline of one to two weeks for the first draft submission, depending on the length and content of the document.
Corresponding payments shall be made following certification by UNDP that the services related to the specific task have been satisfactorily performed and deliverables have been achieved by the or before the due dates.
Competencies
Knowledge of international development and China, as well as experience in editing reports on social issues, including development and governance issues and familiarity with UNDP/UN terminology will be an asset; Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines.
Required Skills and Experience
Master���s degree or higher degree in communications, journalism, business management, marketing, advertising, international relations, development, or a related field. Publication-standard English drafting and editing skills. Minimal 3 years of working experience in the field of communications, journalism, public-relations, marketing or related fields Good analytical and organizational skills Good command of English (native English speaker strongly preferred).