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  • Posted: Feb 7, 2025
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • The name of our company has changed from Pearson South Africa (Pty) Ltd to Maskew Miller Learning (Pty) Ltd, after the successful sale of shares to Novus Print (Pty) Ltd. Maskew Miller Learning lends its name from the most trusted and recognisable publisher in South African learning, Maskew Miller. Established in 1893, we still provide the same quality le...
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    Lead Publisher – English Language

    Leadership & Team Management

    • Provide strategic leadership to the English HL and FAL publishing team, including Publishers and Managing Editors, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
    • Mentor and develop team members, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to meet evolving role requirements.
    • Collaborate with senior leadership to manage team capacity effectively, ensuring optimal resource allocation.

    Product Strategy & Subject Expertise

    • Serve as the English language subject matter expert, driving the development of high-quality educational products.
    • Conduct market research in collaboration with the research team to understand evolving educational needs.
    • Build and maintain relationships with curriculum officials, government bodies, and key external stakeholders.
    • Lead the conceptualisation and development of English language products and services, ensuring pedagogical alignment with policy frameworks for Grades R–12.
    • Analyse curriculum requirements, policy documents, and submission/tender evaluation criteria to inform product development.
    • Monitor competitor offerings and industry trends to maintain market competitiveness.
    • Develop and articulate a clear vision for product and service components.

    Financial Management

    • Prepare and manage product budgets, ensuring financial viability and strategic alignment.
    • Monitor expenditure and maintain cost control within approved budgets.
    • Address budget-related queries and adjustments as required.
    • Approve work in accordance with the company's schedule of authority.

    Content Development & Commissioning

    • Develop comprehensive product/service plans, including instructional design and digital strategies.
    • Define design specifications, cover briefs, and detailed commissioning guidelines for authors and subject matter experts (SMEs).
    • Recruit and retain top-tier authors and SMEs to ensure high-quality content development.
    • Guide authors and freelancers in creating pedagogically sound products and services.
    • Oversee content development for both print and digital formats, ensuring alignment with educational objectives.
    • Provide ongoing support during content creation, ensuring quality, accuracy, and adherence to curriculum standards.
    • Contribute to the development of marketing materials, including product value propositions.
    • Review content quality, ensuring compliance with editorial and pedagogical standards before final approval.

    Project Management

    • Develop and oversee project timelines, ensuring adherence to deadlines.
    • Maintain oversight of multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and best-practice implementation.
    • Stay up to date with administrative processes to enhance operational efficiency.

    Production Support

    • Ensure the product vision is maintained throughout the production cycle.
    • Support Managing Editors during the production phase by:
    • Addressing content and author queries.
    • Approving final artwork and photo selections.
    • Reviewing first drafts and artwork layouts.
    • Approve master set files before final production.

    Educational Requirements

    • A relevant tertiary qualification in English HL/FAL (education, linguistics, or a related field). 

    Experience Requirements

    • Minimum of five years’ experience in teaching, publishing, or a related market-driven role in English education. 
    • Proven experience in managing both in-house and freelance teams. 
    • Demonstrated success in leading multiple complex projects. 
    • Strong leadership and team management experience. 

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