Online Writing Coordinator Job in Kenya

We are looking for an energetic, experienced and self-motivatedOnline Writing Coordinator who is ready to start working immediately:-
 

Routine writing tasks shall include:

• Research, write , edit and verifying the factual content from scratch using the preferred methods;
• Selecting subject matter based on client`s interest, or commissioned by a publisher or agent;
• Developing the written works while maintaining originality;
• Using literary skills to develop articles, papers and other academic works;
• Rewriting and adapting material (and sometimes the work of others) for alternative formats;
• Ghost writing - writing for others under the other person's name;
• Encouraging and acting upon critical feedback in the most appropriate manner to orders;
• Being prepared to rewrite and revise work (often several times) following feedback;
• Proofread final draft of content as per requested formats;
• Approving and submitting final material for orders in the required and expected format;

Competencies
 

Essential

• Good understanding of academic and online writing regime,
• General knowledge of communication and development issues,
• Excellent communication – spoken and written skills in English and Kiswahili,
• Good understanding of different types of writing formats: MLA, APA,
• Proven ability to meet deadlines with a high level of creativity and flexibility.

Desirable

• Be willing to work overtime (Weekends inclusive),
• Honest and reliable,
• Ability to meet tight deadlines, especially for online job orders,
• Ability to write reports accurately,
• Leadership skills and ability to coordinate teams,

Qualifications and experience

• Degree in Information Science /Communications/ Journalism or related field,
• Minimum work experience of 2 years' with proven skills in writing.

To apply: Send a cover letter, CV and other testimonials with at-least as sample of recently written work to vacancies@tachicom-kenya.com with the email subject clearly indicated: Application for Online Writing Coordinator.

Send by COB Thursday 3rd April 2014.