Publications Editor

2 weeks ago

Waterloo, Canada Centre for International Governance Innovation Full time

The Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) is an independent, non-partisan think tank whose peer-reviewed research and trusted analysis influence policy makers to innovate. Our global network of multidisciplinary researchers and strategic partnerships provide policy solutions for the digital era.

CIGI has an opening for a **Publications Editor.**

**Position Summary**

The Publications Editor will be responsible for editing written outputs from CIGI’s research programs. CIGI publications include policy briefs, papers, conference reports, working papers, opinions and other written materials.

This position reports to the Senior Manager of Digital Media.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Structural, substantive and copy editing of reports, papers and policy briefs for publication, as well as proofreading and reference checking
- Communicating with internal and external authors and editors
- Writing summaries of policy and research reports for a broad audience
- Working closely with graphic designers and making changes to publications in InDesign
- Uploading publications and other content to website
- Other work as may assigned

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
- Experience working at an academic or research publisher or at a think tank
- Strong substantive editing, copyediting, proofreading and writing skills
- Sound understanding of international relations and global governance
- High standard of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and be responsible for juggling several projects simultaneously
- Ability to work closely with a diversified group of colleagues, which includes researchers, communications and digital media staff, scholars, policy specialists and technology experts
- Familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style (or similar), specifically citations

**Minimum Qualification Requirements**
- A university degree in English, communications, journalism or a diploma in publishing from a recognized college or university
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience working as an editor in a research or publishing environment
- Sound knowledge of CIGI’s research topics
- Experienced in using the publishing and typesetting software

**Note: This position is a based at CIGI’s Waterloo office where employees have a hybrid work environment.**
- CIGI is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment. Our goal is to attract and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. We are committed to providing accommodation to applicants throughout the recruitment and hiring process._

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Waterloo, ON N2L 6C2

Application deadline: 2024-03-22

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