Editor for the 2024 Annual Results Report for UN PNG

Deliver the final edited version of the 2024 Annual Results Report.

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Overview

Deliver the final edited version of the 2024 Annual Results Report.

You have:

  • First degree in Communications or Languages or the Social Sciences is required.
  • At least five (5) years of experience in a similar role.
  • Fluency in English is required.
  • Previous experience working on these outputs with the United Nations Development System is a plus.

Contract

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Result of Service

To deliver the final edited version of the 2024 Annual Results Report for the UN in Papua New Guinea.

Work Location

Remote Part-time

Expected duration

24-28March2025

Duties and Responsibilities

(a) Deep editing the original draft using track changes for grammar and vocabulary to ensure that the documents are understandable by both specialists’ and non-specialists’ audiences. (b) Providing suggested ways of better presenting the narrative, including through infographics. (c) Deep editing the second draft considering the Editor's and other stakeholders' suggestion.

Qualifications/special skills

First degree in Communications or Languages or the Social Sciences is required. At least five (5) years of experience in a similar role. Previous experience working on these outputs with the United Nations Development System is a plus.

Languages

Fluency in English is required.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with deep editing documents for diverse audiences? The interviewer wants to assess your ability to adapt content for various readerships. Give specific examples of past editing experiences where you tailored content for different audiences.
What techniques do you use to enhance the clarity and readability of your edits? The interviewer is looking for your methods to improve written content effectively. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle feedback from multiple stakeholders during the editing process? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of how you have used infographics to present information effectively? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What challenges have you faced when editing reports, and how did you overcome them? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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