Editor and Copywriter (Australia – Remote)

We are looking for a self-motivated multitasker who can work independently without continuous supervision. Working as part of a remote team in Australia, the ideal candidate will be expected to be able to communicate effectively with other members of the team over a variety of mediums (Zoom, G-suite, ClickUp, etc.), be comfortable with raising issues or questions along the way, and provide insights into your work. 

IEEFA is an NGO/ not-for-profit that conducts research and analysis on financial and economic issues related to energy markets, trends, and policies. Headquartered in the United States, IEEFA has a team of 70+ analysts and communications personnel located in 15 countries across the globe. IEEFA produces a significant volume of original research, as well as ongoing analysis and reports on issues affecting energy industries. Our major research reports, daily analysis, press coverage, and other resources can be found on our website: www.ieefa.org

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Responsibilities 

• Edit content and maintain the quality of IEEFA publications, including reports, commentaries, public submissions, fact sheets, presentations and media releases 

• Copy-edit for structure, clarity and economy, grammar and punctuation, and overall readability 

• Follow editorial policies and standards, ensuring the accuracy and quality of all content in multiple formats and media (including thorough checking of research annotations and referencing) 

• Collaborate with analysts who authored the publications to co-develop commentaries, fact sheets and presentations based on existing publications 

• Proofread and review of work from other editors 

• Develop text for media releases, social media posts and stakeholder outreach emails to support and promote edited reports 

• Support the Managing Editor and greater communications team in facilitating the publication process, which may include updating project management systems, maintaining good “housekeeping” standards for documentation, and uploading publications to the IEEFA website 

• Commitment to IEEFA’s mission to accelerate the transition towards a sustainable, diverse and profitable energy economy 

• Other duties as assigned

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Required Qualifications 

• 1-4 years of editing and copywriting experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, English or a related field, or a combination of relevant education and experience 

• Strong command of language, grammar and style, with proven ability to edit, write, review and proofread clear, engaging and accurate content 

• Skilled in planning, organising and managing multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining quality and attention to detail 

• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills with the ability to communicate clearly, build trust, and work effectively across teams and stakeholders 

• Commitment to IEEFA’s mission to accelerate the transition to a diverse, sustainable and profitable economy 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Strong interest in current affairs in Australia, particularly in the energy and finance sectors 

• Experience working for a research organisation or advocacy organisation