Proofreading and editing of publications related to the 4th Global WOPs Congress

Proofread and edit publications related to the Global WOPs Congress

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GWOPA - UN-Habitat Global Water Operators' Partnerships Alliance

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Application deadline 4 years ago: Wednesday 1 Sep 2021 at 08:00 UTC

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Overview

Proofread and edit publications related to the Global WOPs Congress

You have:

  • Proficiency in English language (Oxford English)
  • Familiarity with terminology used in the water and sanitation and international development sector

Contract

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The 4th Global WOPs Congress will bring together public water and sanitation operators and their partners to learn, share and inspire each other. Communication on the event is critical to ensure all operators (big-small, urban-rural, North-South) can join this learning experience and voice their concerns. We are looking for approximately 4 online volunteers to support us in proofreading a number of background briefs and other publications such as the 2021 State of WOPs report. It will contribute to the event and influence the outcomes and results.

  • Writing and editing
  • Journalism, mass media and broadcasting

    This project will help water and sanitation operators to improve their services and enrich the lives of the people they serve. The State of WOPs report is aimed at water and sanitation utilities who want to learn new skills and build capacity through partnerships.

  • Volunteers: 4 needed

  • 6-10 hours per week / 3 weeks

    1. English language (Oxford English) 2. Volunteers familiar with the terminology used in the water and sanitation and international development sector would be preferred.
  • Global

  • English

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with proofreading and editing documents? We want to understand your familiarity with editing and your attention to detail. Highlight your relevant experience and any specific projects you worked on.
What strategies do you use to ensure clarity in communication when editing technical documents? We are looking for your ability to maintain clarity while working with complex topics. Pro members can see the explanation.
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