Readvertisement: Senior Writer/Editor (Applicants must be authorized to work in the US)

Position Summary

The Senior Writer-Editor is AWF’s lead editor and writer, working across the organization to translate the impact of AWF’s work and our unique brand value proposition into compelling donor content, publications, and storytelling. Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Brand & Public Engagement, the Senior Writer-Editor partners with colleagues across the Brand and External Affairs teams to support the content needs of AWF’s programmatic, fundraising, and policy teams. The role sets and oversees editorial standards for core institutional materials and develops content for printed materials and other channels. Products include the annual report, newsletters, special publications, editorial digital content, donor reports and proposals, and video scripts.  The position functions as a cornerstone of editorial expertise, helping to ensure consistency, quality, and a cohesive voice across institutional materials that brings to life our role as the leading African voice for a people-centered approach to conservation.

Location for this role is either District of Columbia or Remote role.

Responsibilities             

• Provide editorial oversight, ensuring editorial quality and consistent brand voice and messaging across key AWF institutional materials
• Partner with the Strategic Communications team to develop and evolve editorial guidelines and best practices.
• Work closely with representatives across AWF divisions to assess organizational needs and develop key marketing collateral (fact sheets, brochures, and other promotional literature) and ensure consistent high-quality products.
• Write and edit content that supports AWF in fulfilling its mission and fiscal year objectives, including donor reports and proposals.
• Lead development and production of AWF’s Annual Report, annual Impact Report, and quarterly newsletters.
• Provide editorial feedback, copyediting, and/or proofreading for external facing editorial products produced across the Brand team.
• Partner with team members to develop editorial calendar and ensure materials are created on time and to the highest editorial standards. 

 Requirements and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree with coursework in journalism, editorial planning, and publications preferred.
• At least 5+ years relevant working experience in the field of journalism, publications, marketing, or communications preferred.
• Excellent investigative and communication skills, with facility in different storytelling approaches.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to relate to people from various geographic and economic backgrounds.
• Superior writing, editing, and grammatical skills. Experienced AP Style writer and editor.
• Familiarity with publications practices and related tools and software, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Must be flexible, culturally sensitive, work well independently and exude a “team” attitude.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with the ability to multi-task, handle multiple priorities, and work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to organize and present issues in a clear, concise, and logical manner.
• Keen interest or experience in wildlife/land conservation and/or sustainable development in Africa preferred.
• Experience writing proposals or final donor reports preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with French and/or Swahili preferred but not required. 

 

CLOSING DATE:  March 22, 2024