Science Editor at

3 months ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Full time

The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world's environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment.

Duties and Responsibilities
UNEP's Communication Division is looking for a dynamic self-starter as science editor.

Under the supervision of the Head Writer, and working closely with the Head of Publishing, Lead Publications Editor, publication managers/authors, the science editor will be responsible for the effective and efficient performance of the following duties:

Provide science editing services for UNEP publications as assigned, including structural edits

Provide copy-editing services to publication from UNEP divisions and offices, including from Executive Office and Office of the Chief Scientist on climate change, nature and biodiversity loss, and pollution and waste, including structural edits.

Support updates of the key message guide and produce launch assets including key messages for policymakers, copy for social media assets, video scripts and press releases.

Qualifications/special skills

First level University degree in journalism, communication, social sciences or other related field is required.
Minimum of five years of working experience in scientific editing, technical writing, proofreading, and publishing is required.
Experience with editorial practices and documentation procedures of UNEP or comparable international organizations is desired.
Experience in a field related to the environment, sustainable development, and science is an added advantage.

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