Managing Editor at Oxford University Press Southern Africa

Principal Accountabilities:

• Project manage multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to deadlines and prioritizing tasks effectively
• Manage schedules according to strict and tight deadlines
• 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 and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent (NQF 7) in relevant field (Languages; Arts/Humanities; STEM)
• A minimum of 1-2 years’ working experience as Managing Editor, in an educational publishing environment.
• A minimum of 1-2 years’ working experience with proofreading and editing
• A minimum of 1-2 years’ working experience in project management and budget monitoring
• Excellent English language skills, written, and spoken 
• A good understanding of pedagogy, and knowledge of teaching methodology