Managing Editor at Oxford University Press Southern Africa

Specification    
As the Managing Editor you will:

• Project manage a list of titles for publication
• Apply editorial quality control measures
• Maintain mutually beneficial relationships with external suppliers, and internal staff
• Manage cost against approved budget
• Maintain accurate records and detailed reporting on project progress
• Adhere to company policies and protocols, notably systems and administration

Requirements    
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years’ experience in educational publishing (textbooks) a relevant degree
• Excellent English language skills, written and spoken
• An ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
• An ability to operate on the SAP system
• Knowledge of the publishing industry advantageous
• Report writing
• Copywriting
• Proofreading
• Editing
• Contact building and negotiation
• Budget monitoring and project management
• A good understanding of pedagogy and knowledge of teaching methodology

Job Closing Date    31/01/2022