Coordinate and administer the entire publication process for reports, issue briefs, fact sheets, and case studies
Managing relationships with program staff, communications specialists, coalition partners, and external experts
Act as a guide and provide early and ongoing feedback to authors
Ensure that procedures are known and followed, deadlines are being met, and troubleshoot when timelines shift
Develop and track a holistic calendar of envisioned research/analysis for CIEL’s publications
Serve as a substantive editor and copy editor for all CIEL publications
Provide day-to-day supervision, management, and ongoing feedback for relevant staff and consultants
Requirements
Minimum 7 years of professional experience in a related field (for example: communications, project management, publishing, investigative journalism)
Native English fluency with excellent writing and editing skills
Strong sense of pragmatism and skepticism, and the ability to diagnose and articulate weaknesses in research
Track record of overseeing high-quality research products that inform policy discussions
Ability to apply style guides, uphold high-quality standards, give constructive feedback, and clearly explain the reasoning behind decisions
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with teams of experienced professionals to achieve a common goal and navigate varied team dynamics diplomatically
Ability to manage time independently, navigate competing priorities with agility, and demonstrate adaptability in primarily virtual work settings
Commitment to incorporating principles of justice, equity, and inclusion into all aspects of the work.
Benefits
Employer-subsidized health, dental, and vision
Paid vacation, sick, and parental leave
5% contribution of gross annual salary into a 403(b) retirement account
Relocation stipend
Dedicated professional development funding
Paid sabbatical leave after 7 years
One-time stipend of USD $750 for fully remote workers
Additional USD $250 per year for maintaining remote work space
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
editingcopy editingproject managementresearch analysispublication process managementstyle guide applicationquality standards oversightfeedback provisionreport writingcase study development
Soft skills
interpersonal skillsteam collaborationadaptabilitytime managementpragmatismskepticismconstructive feedbackcommunicationdiplomacycommitment to equity