Writer-Editor

Findojobs South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking an experienced Writer-Editor to create textbooks and articles for a business magazine. The ideal candidate has 4-5 years of writing and editing experience, preferably in academic or business contexts, and a relevant postgraduate degree. This role requires a strong command of English and the ability to work under pressure while producing high-quality materials.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience of four to five years in full-time writing and editing.
• Experience in academic or business material is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, rewrite, and update materials.
• Produce polished books and articles for delivery.
• Assist and mentor colleagues as needed.

Skills

Strong understanding of business and management

Impeccable command of English

Detail-oriented

Excellent communicator

Able to work well in a team

Education

Postgraduate or masters’ degree in relevant subject

Job description

Our client is seeking an Writer-Editor.

The successful candidate will work with subject matter experts to create textbooks for adult learners. Your outputs will include textbooks, handbooks, case studies, and other reference material, as well as articles for a top-tier business magazine.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Developing, reviewing, rewriting and updating interactive books and allied material
• Producing well-structured, plagiarism-free and polished books for online and print delivery
• Assisting and mentoring colleagues whenever necessary
• All within strict deadlines

Qualifications and experience

Minimum experience : four to five years in full-time writing and editing (academic or business material)

Postgraduate or masters’ degree in relevant subject

Key Qualities

Strong understanding of business and management

Working experience in management, HR, business, project management, finance, technology, strategy, public service, and allied fields an advantage

Impeccable command of English

Positive attitude

Detail-orientated

Able to work under pressure

Excellent communicator

Self starter

Professional, quick and accurate

Able to work well in a team environment