ASSOCIATE EDITORIAL MANAGER - 6 months MissionMichael Page

Our Client is an international company based close to Geneva . Non profit Sector.

• Edit and prepare the English language version of a document (aligning the French language version as

required) for subsequent processing and authorize publication

• Reach all milestones within deadlines, including publication, in line with production and quality objectivesn(or targets)
• Carry out the editorial evaluation of the English language version of documents at different stages,

including providing direction, guidance and comments to committees or committee leaders with the support of Editorial Managers/the Editorial Team Leader as appropriate

• Provide day to day editorial support to committees with the support of Editorial Managers/the Editorial Team Leader as appropriate
• Handle the resolution of recurring or specific problems relating to the editing with committee leaders in collaboration with the Technical Program Manager as appropriate
• Work closely with committee leaders via electronic means
• Facilitate the progression of projects through the production chain

* Facilitate and troubleshoot the production of XML-based publications, including providing feedback

• 2 years of editorial experience in the publishing industry, preferably in science publishing
• University degree
• Strong editing skills and successful experience in working with authors
• Excellent command of English (C1/C2) and a good knowledge of French is a plus; other languages are an asset
• At ease with Microsoft Word
• Experience with modern publishing technologies, knowledge of eXtyles, Typefi or InDesign is an asset

Soft skills

• Ability to adapt quickly to different environments and to work to deadlines
• Willingness to learn and to develop
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work both as part of a team in a production environment, as well as autonomously
• Good organizational, prioritization and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivation and innovative attitude
• Attention to detail
• Active team player with a positive and proactive attitude
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment