Editorial Lead

Peace Parks Foundation; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A conservation organization is seeking an Editorial Lead in Stellenbosch to develop strategic content that showcases its impact. The role involves crafting stories for various platforms, ensuring clarity and engagement while maintaining brand standards. Candidates should have a degree in communications or related fields and 5-7 years of professional editorial experience. Strong storytelling, research, and organizational skills are critical for success. The position offers a competitive salary package with benefits.

Benefits

Contributions to retirement fund

Medical aid

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of professional writing or editorial experience.
• Ability to create high-quality content for various audiences.
• Experience translating complex material into engaging language.

Responsibilities

• Craft clear, compelling stories for multiple platforms.
• Edit and refine written material to maintain clarity and tone.
• Manage the editorial calendar for timely content delivery.

Skills

Professional writing

Editorial judgment

Research ability

Storytelling skill

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in communications, journalism, English or related field

Job description

Duration: Permanent

Reporting to: Branding and Communications Marketing Manager

Location: Stellenbosch

Job Purpose

To develop and deliver strategic, high‑quality content that communicates Peace Parks’ impact and strengthens its relationships with governments, donors, partners, communities and the public. The Editorial Lead ensures that every story is purposeful, crafted to the right format, for the right audience and with the right outcome in mind, showcasing the organisation’s work in a way that is easy to understand, human, and credible.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Craft clear, compelling stories for multiple platforms, including reports, case studies, web stories, interviews, social media, newsletters and press releases.
• Translate technical and field information, including MEL data, into accessible and engaging content.
• Shape narratives that enhance partner and government visibility while ensuring accuracy and authenticity.
• Write speeches, op‑eds and executive pieces that align with Peace Parks’ tone, priorities and values.
• Collaborate with field teams to identify and develop stories that reflect real impact on people and landscapes.
• Work with digital, design and video teams to adapt content for the most effective format and audience.
• Edit and refine written material from internal contributors to maintain clarity, tone and consistency.
• Plan and manage the editorial calendar to ensure timely and coordinated content delivery across channels.
• Uphold Peace Parks’ brand and style standards across all written outputs.

Minimum Requirements

• A degree in communications, journalism, English or a related field.
• At least five to seven years of professional writing or editorial experience.
• Proven ability to create high‑quality content for different audiences and platforms.
• Strong editorial judgment, research ability and storytelling skill.
• Experience translating complex or technical material into clear, engaging language.
• Familiarity with conservation, development or non‑profit communication is an advantage.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working with diverse teams.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter detailing their interest in and suitability for the position and a Curriculum Vitae, with full address, telephone number and email address. These should be submitted by 5 January 2026.

The company offers a competitive cost‑to‑company salary package, which includes contributions to a retirement fund and medical aid, ensuring holistic support for your financial and personal well‑being.

Please apply online.

We appreciate the time and effort taken by all applicants in expressing their interest in this role. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration. If you do not hear from us within three weeks, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We encourage you to apply for future opportunities that match your skills and experience.