Editor—fixed term to December 2011
We wish to appoint an editor to join our skilled Editorial Services team. The appointment will be for a fixed term to the end of December 2011. The work of the team is an essential part of the process for ensuring high-quality legislation and the team is committed to maintaining high standards.
Responsibilities of the Editorial Services team include:
∙ proofreading draft legislation and other office publications in accordance with established style
∙ providing constructive feedback to the law drafters and others
∙ advising on style and format requirements for legislation
∙ updating work tracking databases and in-house manuals
∙ compiling and proofreading indexes for annual bound volumes of legislation.
The ideal applicant will have:
∙ a background in editing and publishing
∙ proofreading skills of a high standard that include an excellent attention to detail
∙ a sound knowledge of the English language and grammar
∙ the ability to work quickly and accurately and to meet deadlines
∙ the ability to communicate effectively, confidently, and sensitively
∙ the ability to apply sound judgement in the development and interpretation of guidelines and manuals
∙ project management experience for production of in-house manuals
∙ experience in using a range of computer applications and the confidence to learn new applications
∙ an interest in legislation and the law-making process.
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A copy of the job description and application form are available on our website www.pco.parliament.govt.nz. For further information, please contact Mark Prentice, Editorial Services Manager, on 04 817 9651.
To apply, please send your application form and a current CV to applications@pco.parliament.govt.nz.
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