Editorial Manager

The Editorial Manager at BlueKraft Digital Foundation will play a crucial role in leading the editorial strategy and overseeing the production of high-quality publications for the BlueKraft Fellowship Program. You will be responsible for managing the editorial team, collaborating with fellows and knowledge partners, and ensuring that all content aligns with the fellowship's mission and objectives. The ideal candidate for this role should possess a strong background in editorial management, excellent writing and editing skills, and a genuine passion for education and community development. Key Responsibilities: 1. Editorial Leadership: - Develop and implement the editorial vision and strategy for the Publications and Knowledge Center. - Provide guidance and support to the editorial team to ensure the production of high-quality content. 2. Content Development and Management: - Oversee the creation and editing of various publications such as books, reports, case studies, policy papers, and articles. - Collaborate with authors, writers, and knowledge partners to gather insights and research findings for publication. 3. Project Coordination: - Manage the editorial calendar to ensure timely delivery of publications. - Coordinate with the marketing team to effectively promote publications and enhance their reach. 4. Quality Assurance: - Review and edit all content to ensure clarity, coherence, and adherence to the organization's style guide. - Establish quality control processes to maintain high publication standards. 5. Stakeholder Engagement: - Work closely with partners, authors, writers, and external contributors to facilitate information flow and idea exchange. 6. Research and Analysis: - Conduct research to identify trends and best practices in publications and knowledge dissemination. - Analyze feedback to continuously improve publication quality and relevance. 7. Reporting and Metrics: - Prepare regular reports on editorial activities, publication outputs, and impact metrics. - Present findings and recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of the Publications and Knowledge Center. Qualifications: - Education: Bachelors degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field. A Masters degree is preferred. - Experience: Minimum of 6 years of experience in editorial management, content development, or publishing. - Skills: Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills; strong organizational and project management abilities; proficiency in content management systems and publishing software; familiarity with digital marketing and social media strategies; passionate about education, research, and community development; creative thinker with a commitment to producing high-quality content; strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.,