Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of journal titles, ensuring that they run on optimised workflows and meet department publication metrics.
• Maintain article and issue schedules, metadata, and page budgets, and uphold quality standards throughout the publication process.
• Complete production checks by assessing the production quality of incoming manuscripts; ensure that all relevant files are received and that they follow established guidelines.
• Review copyedited materials to ensure that they follow the Publishersxc3xa2xc2x80xc2x99 style guidelines and ensure that the author's corrections have been properly implemented.
• Offer constructive support and guidance to assigned vendor project managers.
• Provide excellent customer service for assigned Editors-in-Chief, authors, internal departments, and external vendors and customers.
• Assist and lead department projects as required.

Desired Attributes:

• Has a mindset of continuous improvement, embracing innovation and new ways of working.
• Is passionate about the academic publishing landscape and will use this passion to actively participate in projects that support the Companyxc3xa2xc2x80xc2x99s mission.
• Will wow us with excellent analytical, organisation, and problem-solving skills.

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Qualification and Competencies:

• A Bachelorxc3xa2xc2x80xc2x99s or masterxc3xa2xc2x80xc2x99s degree in any field.
• 2-4 years of relevant editorial/publishing experience.
• A demonstrated proficiency in the English language and an interest in scholarly publishing are essential.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with HTML, XML and ePUB
• Strong English skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Attention to detail and critical thinking
• Being well-organised and able to manage short deadlines

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To apply, please send your CV with your salary expectations to hannah@personastaff.co.za.Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive feedback within 48 hours, please accept your application as unsuccessful.Persona Staff CC is POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013) compliant, all personal information is protected according to legislation. By applying for any of our available vacancies, you give Persona Staff consent to process your Personal Information for Recruitment Purposes, according to the POPI ACT, 2013. If you have any concerns regarding your Personal Information and our compliance towards the legislation, you are welcome to request our POPI Act Policy.

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