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Job for a Site Editor at The Youth Division of the Commonwealth Secretariat


The website YourCommonwealth.org was established by the Youth Division of the Commonwealth Secretariat in 2010, and provides a conduit for the dissemination of information to, and a platform for the opinions of, young people throughout the Commonwealth. It attracts over 6,000 unique visitors a month.


Job Title: Site Editor
Contract duration: 12 months
Fee: £1,120 per calendar month

Objectives of the Consultancy

To assist in the development of building a strong community or following for the Your Commonwealth website, including editorial management and development of the network of young Commonwealth Correspondents.
Requirements:
  • To be considered, you must be a citizen of a Commonwealth country.

Qualifications and competencies

The consultant should have:
  • Extensive work experience in editing and proofreading content.
  • Strong knowledge of the Word Press online Content Management System.
  • Demonstrated experience in media and stakeholder engagement.
  • Strong knowledge of journalistic best practice and ethics.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the Commonwealth’s fundamental values and principles as outlined in the Commonwealth Charter.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with young (aspiring) journalists.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should  Click Here to Apply

For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Yourcommonwealth.org Site

Closing date: 27 April 2016