Senior Editorial Officer

Job Description

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Qualifications

Education:

- BA/BS in English, Journalism, Communications, required.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

- Minimum 3 years editing experience required; sub-editing/copy editing experience strongly desired. - Expert-level knowledge of English grammar and usage. - Working knowledge of French a plus - Knowledge of online content best practices. - Knowledge of social media strategy and communication with community practices. - Experience in Communication with Communities experience a plus - Experience in a humanitarian organization a plus. - Ability to draft weekly reports and other project progress reports of high quality. - Ability to conduct information needs gap assessments in various sectors to inform appropriate intervention and response to people’s queries. - An understanding of the power and importance of accurate information and the ability to exercise strong judgement in ensuring all answers are accurate.

Language Skills:

- Advanced Kiswahili and English language skills, oral and written. - Working knowledge of Kirundi and/or French a plus.

Preferred experience & skills:

- Very strong content editing skills required. - Ability to work effectively with a diverse team in a sensitive environment. - Ability to work independently with remote management. - Strong interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence. - Ability to handle pressure and ambiguity with grace and humor. - Proven organizational skills. - Respect for deadlines. - Strong interest in refugee/humanitarian issues. - Good news judgment. - Photo and video skills a plus Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.) - Demonstrated ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Working Environment:

- Standard office work environment with field visits to the camps.

The IRC Core Values and Commitments:

The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equality. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Adult and Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity Anti-Retaliation, and Combating Trafficking in Persons.

Diversity, Inclusion and Gender Equality.

IRC acknowledges and honors the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all applicants based on merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. IRC is also committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols, and other supportive benefits.

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