2.1 EDITORIAL ASSISTANT/PUBLISHING LIAISON ASSISTANT The incumbents will assist the Proxy Editor-In-Chief of Kugona Ukwenelisa: Journal of Science Technology and Entrepreneurial Ecosystems Development (KU-JSTEED) Journal with the rest of the University of Zimbabwe Journals.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate must be able to: Manuscript Management: -Receive, direct and organise incoming journal manuscripts -Acquire/solicit manuscripts -Conduct initial manuscript checks and evaluations for completeness and adherence to submission guidelines -Coordinate peer review process and communicate with authors and reviewers
Quality Control: -Ensure adherence to international publishing standards and ethical guidelines -Assist in plagiarism checks and copyright compliance
Publication Coordination: -Collaborate with authors, reviewers, editors and publisher to ensure timely publication -Monitor publication schedules and deadliness
Editorial Support: -Assist editor-in-chief in preparing manuscripts for publication -Format, edit and proofread manuscripts to ensure consistency and accuracy -Manage editorial correspondence and maintain communication records -Keep records and status of manuscripts at various stages -Copy and technical editing and proof-reading
Journal Administration: -Maintain the journal`s database and ensure accurate record-keeping -Craft and send out calls for manuscripts -Assist in updating journal websites and social media platforms -Handle inquiries from authors, reviewers, editors and readers
Qualifications and Experience
The position requires an individual with: -Bachelor`s degree in Editing/Publishing/Languages -Relevant Master’s degree is an added advantage -Strong organisational skills with attention to detail -Excellent written and verbal communication abilities -Proficiency in MS Office suite and manuscript management systems -Familiarity with academic publishing standards is a must
How to Apply
Applicants must submit cover letter with six (6) copies of applications. Each set of application must be accompanied by a Curriculum Vitae, giving full particulars including full names; place, date of birth, copies of I.D, birth certificate and copies of academic (O’ and A’ level) and professional qualifications, all certified. Applicants must give information on experience, date of availability, telephone numbers, names, email addresses and physical addresses of three contactable referees. Applications should be hand delivered to Office No. 113, Administration Building at the University of Zimbabwe or posted to:
DEPUTY REGISTRAR, HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT University of Zimbabwe P O Box MP167 Mount Pleasant HARARE
The closing date of receipt of applications is 13 September 2024.
The University of Zimbabwe is an equal opportunity employer and therefore, men and women are equally encouraged to apply.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
