Arabic Copy Editor (Framework Contract)
Assignment Description: Arabic Copy Editor to finalise and proofread DRI’s publications, incl. policy papers, newsletters, and various research and communications outputs.
Assignment Location: Home-based.
Employment Type: Long-term consultancy.
Assignment Period: April–December 2024.
How to apply: Please send the application documents to [email protected], cc’ing [email protected], by 31 March 2024, 11:59 pm local time.
Background
Democracy Reporting International (DRI) is a non-partisan, independent, not-for-profit organisation registered in Berlin. DRI promotes the political participation of citizens, accountability of state bodies, and the development of democratic institutions worldwide. Democratic discourse is the basis of our mission and vision. In our work, we facilitate discussion and exchange about democratic government and the need for a continuous discourse adhering to democratic rules.
DRI has been active in Lebanon since 2016. We strengthen democracy by bringing it closer to people through effective local governance, improved transparency, and citizen participation.
In this context, DRI is looking for a seasoned Arabic copy editor to finalise and proofread its publications, incl. policy papers, newsletters, and various research and communications outputs.
Your duties and responsibilities:
Under the supervision of DRI’s Country Representative, the Arabic Copy Editor will:
- Review the Arabic text and ensure that it complies with the following essential requirements:
- Clarity
- Concision
- Linguistic correctness, and proper spelling, grammar, syntax, and punctuation
- Correct terminology and consistency in the use of terms, typographical and referencing styles, and names of official documents and bodies
- Adequate use of Arabic terms as they are used in the Lebanese context
- Gender-sensitive language
- Ensure that all content produced by DRI is error-free and adheres to a think-tank style.
- Provide the final documents within an agreed and reasonable deadline. The timeline and delivery of outputs will be determined in coordination with DRI.
The edited text will be validated by DRI before the payment is released.
Your skills and experience:
- Advanced university degree in Arabic literature, translation, or other relevant fields;
- Excellent command of written and spoken Arabic;
- A strong translation and/or copy-editing track record (minimum of 10 years);
- Outstanding attention to detail, thoroughness, and accuracy;
- Experience in working with international organisations, think tanks, or research centres;
- Familiarity with the terminologies used in the fields of governance, the rule of law, political and legal reform, and democratisation;
- Familiarity with the Lebanese context (legal, political, cultural, and social dimensions).
How to apply
How to submit your application:
If you are interested in this assignment, please send your application to [email protected], with [email protected] cc’ed, consisting of:
- A cover letter highlighting your relevant copy-editing record;
- Your Curriculum Vitae;
- At least 5 relevant copy-editing samples with the source text;
- Your financial offer per word in Euros.
Please include “Arabic Copy Editor – Lebanon” in the subject line and refer to the source you have found this opportunity. Incomplete applications will be disregarded.
Due to the significant number of applications, we are unable to answer every candidate individually, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
If you are interested in being part of our Roster of Experts, kindly mention your consent in the email to keep your resume for future openings.
DRI is committed to diversity and does not discriminate in employment based upon gender (including pregnancy), race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, age, ability, socio-economic status, or any other status protected by the laws in the locations where we operate.
Closing date for applications is 31 March 2024, 11:59 pm local time (Beirut).
Organisation responsible for this vacancy:
Democracy Reporting International gGmbH
Elbestr. 28/29
12045 Berlin, Germany
Tel. +49 (30) 27 877 300
Fax +49 (30) 27 877 300-10
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