A research firm is looking for an experienced editor and proof-reader, to edit publications and translate publications from English to Arabic, if required.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read, evaluate and edit materials submitted for publication and confer with authors regarding changes in content, style or organization, or publication
• Read, rewrite and edit financial reports to improve readability
• Read copy or proof to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax
• Develop content ideas, considering reader or audience appeal
• Translate research publications, as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• BA or higher degree in Language and Literature, Translation Studies or other relevant degree
• Professional experience in English language editing and proof reading
• Professional experience translating from English to Arabic
LANGUAGE SKILLS
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Native Arabic proficiency with an excellent command of written and spoken MSA (Fusha)
INTERPERSONAL AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS
• Highly developed communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to develop productive working relationships
• Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism in a multi-cultural and inter-disciplinary environment
• Readiness to work as a part of a team in a mutually supportive and collaborative work environment
SALARY: TBD based on experience and qualifications+ health insurance
PROBATION: 3 months
WORKING HOURS: Sunday-Thursday, 7.45am- 4.00pm, 45 hours/week
HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates should reply to this post with their resume and contact details.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For enquiries/ submissions: bftfv-3028190944@job.craigslist.org