VOFG CI is looking for Virtual Children’s Books Editors
Book editors help writers to bring their stories to life. They help VoFG CI Child Authors to realise their dreams while enabling us to make the books available for free download on our website.
We are looking for energetic, creative and motivated individuals to join our team!
The role is virtual and requires a proactive team player who can work independently and collaboratively and engage in outreach to the community, including Child Authors, illustrators, booksellers, librarians, and educators.
Responsibilities:
Edit manuscripts with Child Authors, illustrators and graphic designers, including working with fellow editors
Work directly with the Editorial Team and Project Coordinator to create publishing strategies for key authors on the programme
Maintain Child Author care through all stages of publication
Assist the Editorial Team and Project Coordinator in organising book launches
Engage in community outreach to represent the VoFG CI programme in events and awards juries
Key Qualifications:
Knowledge (or willingness to learn) the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) and the Wolrd's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Social and relationship-building interpersonal skills
Comfortable delivering against tight and sometimes shifting deadlines
Ability to work with international peers collaboratively across time zones
Outstanding organisational skills and the ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to analyse and communicate results clearly and effectively to leaders
Proficient in English (spoken and written); knowledge of another UN language is an asset
You are creative and resourceful and know how to think different
Be between 20 and 30 years of age
Commitment:
Total Weekly Hours: 2-3 hours per week (approx.)
To Apply:
Please email a letter of interest (one page) and résumé (two pages) to Ms Allison Lalla, Editorial Officer with ‘Volunteer - Children’s Book Editor’ in the subject line by April 20, 2022 ( extended deadline).
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.