Research Editor

We’re looking for a professional Research Editor with relevant experience who wants to join our 2,000+ team of staff and volunteers to make a difference on a permanent part-time basis, working 30.4 hours per week based in Fitzroy.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty.
For almost 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia.

We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society – a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

THE ROLE

The Research Editor has a critical role in ensuring that our advocacy and influencing agenda is supported with quality reports and other publications to disseminate the research findings of the BSL. The role includes:

• undertaking major structural editing, copy editing and proofreading of BSL research reports, policy submissions, working papers and other published materials, ensuring appropriateness, quality and consistency across research and policy documents
• managing the publishing and quality control process of BSL’s research and policy publications and ensuring a high standard of design of reports and publications
• providing high-level guidance and training to SPARC, and other BSL staff as required, on developing and structuring their analysis
• managing and implementing the regular production of the BSL e-newsletter on the organisation’s research, policy and advocacy
• writing/adapting, editing and uploading research and policy content for the BSL’s website and for other dissemination channels as required

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Passion for supporting the mission of BSL, and delivering excellence in your role, are just the start.

To be considered for the role and be successful in it, we’re looking for someone who has the following key skills and experience:

• relevant qualifications and experience in editing, writing or a communications field
• proven capacity in copy editing and structural editing of long, formal and complex documents
• proven high-level capacity in supervising researchers on developing the structure of their arguments for research report
• demonstrated experience in and knowledge of publications and publishing
• high level written and English expression skills
• proven ability to assist researchers to improve their writing, including through developing and delivering writing workshop
• proven experience in project management
• accredited with IPEd
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BENEFITS

• Extensive salary packaging options to reduce the amount of tax you pay
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program

CULTURE

BSL employees enjoy a range of flexible work options and other attractive benefits. Recognising that there is no ‘one size fits all’ pattern of work–life balance, the organisation endeavours to provide options to suit the needs of all staff.

If this looks like a role that’s right for you, APPLY NOW or contact Mercy Kanyi on 0491 691 357 for a confidential discussion.

To view the position description & key selection criteria, please click here.

Applications close: Tuesday, 18 July 2023 at 11.55 pm

 We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe, and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.