Deadline: 15 February 20
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Publications coordinator in Rome, Italy. The duration for the post is of 6 months.
The Publications coordinator will work independently and collect information from the technical experts of internal divisions, and edit such information to make them reader friendly in both Spanish and English language.
FAO promotes good practice in addressing governance challenges across its Strategic Objectives by strengthening its contribution to global governance, identifying mission-critical governance issues at national, regional and multilateral levels.
Key Job Responsibilities
The Publications coordinator will perform the following functions-
- Manage English and Spanish editions of FAO publications (downloadable and printed handbooks, information booklets, brochures, position papers and fact sheets), ensuring quality and consistency.
- Provide expertise and guidance on publications and communication matters, acting as a focal point with communication officers in FAO divisions and field offices.
- Act as a project manager managing relationships to facilitate cooperation and decision-making among different multicultural backgrounds and divisions.
- Draft or edit FAO brochures and publications content and make sure they are written accurately, concisely and correctly (grammar), and comply with FAO standards (terminology and house style).
- Advise on strategic product development and impact evaluation of FAO’s publications.
- Identify technical publications for possible publication in other formats that may be more attractive to a wider general audience.
- Provide editorial experience to ensure that publications are relevant and interesting to a target audience.
- Follow the workflow of the English and Spanish editions of main publications in terms of quality and accuracy.
- Cooperate with editors and graphic designers (internal and external to FAO).
- Review the different publication texts in English and Spanish to ensure uniformity of style and terminology with FAO
- Make sure the publications are developed according to corporate policy on internal and external communications.
- Perform other communication-related duties for the division when needed.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have-
- Advanced university degree in communication, social science, journalism, political science or related field.
- At least five years of relevant experience in the editorial and publications field.
- English and Spanish speaking mother tongue.
- Resilient problem-solver.
- Ability to juggle and lead multiple projects.
- Team builder, works well under pressure.
- Understanding of the UN system.
How to Apply
Applications must submit their applications through online process.
For more information, please visit FAO.
