Science Editor Job Vacancy In Nairobi Kenya

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The publication on the Chondrichthyans of the Western Indian Ocean: Biodiversity, Fisheries and Trade, Management and Conservation should have been edited, formatted, and delivered before the end of the consulting period for online and print distribution.
Work Environment; Home-Based
Expected time frame; 30 days

Tasks and Responsibilities

A wide spectrum of collaborators, including scientists, fisheries specialists, policy experts, resource managers, technicians, and conservationists, provided their experience and insight to the authors and editors.
The collaboration publication on “Chondrichthyans of the Western Indian Ocean: Biodiversity, Fisheries and Trade, Management and Conservation” is being edited for this purpose by a scientist editor who is competent and experienced in their field.
The science editor will be expected to work in accordance with the specific Terms of Reference set forth in the following sections.

PURPOSES AND GOALS The aim of the consultation is to lead the publication and printing for distribution of the manuscript titled “Chondrichthyans of the Western Indian Ocean: Biodiversity, Fisheries and Trade, Management and Conservation.”
The consultant will work on the following projects associated with the book “Chondrichthyans of the Western Indian Ocean: Biodiversity, Fisheries and Trade, Management and Conservation” under the general supervision of the Head of the Secretariat of the Nairobi Convention and the project manager in particular: Review, edit to a high standard, and proofread the text to make sure it is accurate, uses the correct language, is consistent and clear, and complies with UNEP style requirements.
â€Revise or rewrite text as necessary to provide better readability and logical flow.

â€ Suggest layout changes to the document that will improve user-friendliness and flow, and implement these as approved.
â€Make sure the publication complies with UNEP editorial style requirements and gives due credit to the Nairobi Convention, the authors, and all partners and programs that contributed to it.
â€Accommodate or update any input, recommendations, or other modifications that partners may make.

It is necessary to have a graduate-level education (Master’s or equivalent) in a science, communications, or allied field. Instead of the advanced degree, a first-level university degree plus two more years of experience working as a science editor or writer may be acceptable.

It is necessary to have five years of professional experience in the fields of scientific editing, technical writing, proofreading, and publishing.
It is necessary to have a strong grasp of advanced and technical English, as well as of scientific terminologies and norms, editorial standards, and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
It is necessary to have a thorough understanding of printing and production procedures, standards, and knowledge of online publication.

Experience working for UNEP, other UN Agencies, or the Western Indian Ocean region will be beneficial.
Experience working with the UNEP or other international organizations with a similar mission would be ideal.
Experience in a subject including environmental protection, sustainable development, and marine research is a plus.

The working languages of the United Nations Secretariat are English and French. English proficiency is necessary for the role advertised.

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