Editor & Proofreader
2 weeks ago
Oxford Economics Africa is a majority-owned subsidiary of Oxford Economics, that specialises in political and macroeconomic research in Africa. Our office is based in Paarl and we offer a hybrid working environment.
We are looking for a strong Editor and Proofreader to join our current editing team which consists of two people. The main function of this role is to edit and proofread the reports that our analysts produce, ensuring the quality of the finished product is of the highest standard.
You will need between 5 - 10 years experience of editing and proofreading in a small to medium size business environment, and a Bachelor's degree in either Economics or English.Key Responsibilities
- Edit and proofread various economic and political reports (daily, monthly, quarterly, ad hoc).- Edit and proofread other ad hoc reports.- Upskilling of analysts by providing feedback on their reports.- Checking the content of tables and charts against the captions and the text.- Style and writing guide alignment and updates (if required).- Write standard operating procedures.- Work closely with the Lead Economist & Editor on any other ad hoc requests and duties falling within the incumbent’s capabilities as required from time to time.Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Excellent editing and proofreading skills- Strong computer and word processing skills- Proficient with Microsoft 365 and Office 2016- High level of accuracy and attention to detail- Ability to work under pressure- Multitasking and organisational skills- Good communication and interpersonal skills- Critical thinking and problem-solving- Quality control- Economic background with Economics III and English III (recommended)About Oxford Economics
- Oxford Economics was founded in 1981 as a commercial venture with Oxford University’s business college to provide economic forecasting and modelling to UK companies and financial institutions expanding abroad. Since then, we have become one of the world’s foremost independent global advisory firms, providing reports, forecasts and analytical tools on more than 200 countries, 250 industrial sectors, and 7,000 cities and regions. Our best-of-class global economic and industry models and analytical tools give us an unparalleled ability to forecast external market trends and assess their economic, social and business impact.
Headquartered in Oxford, England, with regional centres in London, New York, and Singapore, Oxford Economics has offices across the globe in more than 15 cities. We employ more than 400 professional economists, industry experts and business editors—one of the largest teams of macroeconomists and thought leadership specialists. Our global team is highly skilled in a full range of research techniques and thought leadership capabilities, from econometric modelling, scenario framing, and economic impact analysis to market surveys, case studies, expert panels, and web analytics.
- Oxford Economics is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws._
**Application Deadline**
January 17, 2025
**Department**
Macro Consulting
**Employment Type**
Full Time
**Location**
Cape Town, South Africa
**Workplace type**
Hybrid
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