Individual Contractor- Editor for the TOCTA

Organizational Context

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) seeks an Editor for the TOCTA project, focusing on Trafficking of Medical Products in Central Africa. This home-based, 15-day consultancy role is critical for ensuring the quality and coherence of a key UNODC report.

Job Purpose

The Editor will ensure the TOCTA Central Africa report meets UN editorial standards for language, style, and structure. This involves integrating and revising inputs from various stakeholders, including research officers, designers, and experts, to produce a harmonized, coherent, and engaging final document. The role contributes to the effective communication of the report's findings and key messages, supporting UNODC's mandate in combating the trafficking of medical products. The contractor will deliver an edited draft, incorporate feedback, and proofread the final version.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility is to edit the TOCTA Central Africa report, ensuring adherence to UN editorial manual standards for language, style, and structure. This includes integrating and critically appraising inputs from research officers, designers, and subject matter experts. The role involves harmonizing diverse contributions to create a cohesive document and presenting information in an engaging manner. Key deliverables include an edited draft report with tracked changes, incorporation of reviewer comments, and proofreading the final version for accuracy and clarity.

Work Experience

The role requires experience in editing and proofreading reports, specifically within the context of UN publications or similar international organizations. The contractor will be expected to manage inputs from multiple sources and ensure stylistic consistency and accuracy in the final document.

Skills

Excellent drafting and communication skills in French and English. Proficiency in editing and proofreading. Ability to harmonize diverse inputs and ensure stylistic consistency. Familiarity with UN editorial standards is advantageous.

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