Job Description

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Job Desciption

About Maskew Miller Learning

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Maskew Miller Learning lends its name from the most trusted and recognisable publisher in South African history



- Maskew Miller. At Maskew Miller Learning, we believe that learning allows people to move forward in life, enabling them to have brighter futures.



We are a B-BBEE - Level 1 contributor, providing education solutions ranging from early childhood learning to professional certification, curriculum-based print materials, e-learning content and tools, as well as teacher training. We publish in all 11 official languages and have the widest range of CAPS-approved content trusted by teachers. Our quality educational resources and materials are used in schools, TVET colleges, higher education institutions, and home and professional environments.

Main purpose

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To manage the editorial and production processes for Physical Sciences, Life Science and Natural Sciences products, ensuring linguistic accuracy, integrity, and timely delivery of high-quality print and digital materials aligned to the curriculum. This includes overseeing editorial quality, localization efforts, and maintaining consistency across multiple languages and grade levels.

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Key Duties and Responsibilities

Editorial Project Management

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Lead the editorial workflow of Physical Sciences, Life Science and Natural Sciences projects from manuscript to final product (print and digital). Ensure editorial quality by applying proofreading, copy-editing, and typesetting standards in all language versions. Maintain alignment with MML's editorial policy and curriculum requirements.

Language Localisation

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Coordinate the localisation (not direct translation) of Physical Sciences, Life Science and Natural Sciences content in all official languages, ensuring clarity and curriculum alignment. Collaborate with language experts to maintain consistency in Physical & Life Science terminology and instructional language. Conduct or facilitate editorial training sessions for SMEs, authors, and reviewers.

Stakeholder Management

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Work closely with Publishers, Language Specialists, and Product Coordinators to manage timelines and content requirements. Engage with external freelancers (editors, typesetters, proofreaders) to ensure high-quality outputs. Provide editorial leadership and problem-solving for issues related to language, content clarity, and layout.

Quality Assurance and Content Review

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Implement a rigorous editorial and QA process, including checks, language reviews, and inclusive audits, for Physical Sciences, Life Science and Natural Sciences. Conduct final product checks before signoff of products, ensuring adherence to specifications. Support the development and maintenance of internal tools like editorial checklists and style guides tailored for multilingual Physical Sciences, Life Science and Natural Sciences products.

Workflow and Reporting

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Maintain and update WIP trackers for Physical Sciences, Life Science and Natural Sciences in each language and phase. Provide regular status updates to the Publisher and escalate risks or bottlenecks proactively. Monitor project budgets in collaboration with the Publisher.
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Educational Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualification Physical Sciences OR Life Science and Publishing.
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Experience Requirements

At least 3 years' experience in educational publishing or editorial management. Strong understanding of the Curriculum and language policy in education. Experience in working with teachers and learners at school level is not required but would be beneficial.
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Skills and Competencies

Subject Knowledge: Understands key Physical Sciences OR Life Sciences concepts and how they are expressed in various languages. Editorial Excellence: Experienced in maintaining high editorial standards across multiple languages and formats. Project Management: Skilled in managing complex editorial workflows with multiple stakeholders. Inclusivity and Cultural Relevance: Applies linguistic and cultural sensitivity when localizing Physical & Life Science content. Communication: Able to engage and guide diverse teams of language experts and freelancers. * Problem-Solving: Anticipates and addresses editorial and production challenges creatively and efficiently.