Consultant - Technical Editor

IIEP-UNESCO

Perugia, Italy
On-site
Technical editing of complex scientific documents
Ensuring coherence and consistency in multi-author reports
Adherence to unesco editorial standards
Provide comprehensive editorial guidance and quality assurance for the UN World Water Development Report 2027, focusing on "Water and Health."

Job Summary

  • Provide comprehensive editorial guidance and quality assurance for the UN World Water Development Report 2027, focusing on "Water and Health."
  • Conduct thorough technical and linguistic editing of all report sections, develop original content, and harmonize contributions from various UN agencies.
  • Ensure the report's scientific accuracy, coherence, clarity, and adherence to UN editorial standards for a diverse global audience.

Matching Summary

Provide comprehensive editorial guidance and quality assurance for the UN World Water Development Report 2027, focusing on "Water and Health."

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Technical editing of complex scientific documents
  • Ensuring coherence and consistency in multi-author reports
  • Adherence to UNESCO editorial standards
  • Developing clear and accessible language for diverse audiences
  • Fact-checking and data verification support

Nice-to-have

  • Understanding of UN system-wide processes
  • Working knowledge of another UN language
  • Innovation and continuous improvement

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 7 years of professional experience in technical editing or scientific writing
  • Advanced university degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • Demonstrated senior-level experience preparing major technical reports
  • Proven track record editing complex multi-author documents
  • Exceptional English language proficiency

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