Economics Sub-Editor

Job Description

Location

Jakarta, Indonesia

Ad Title

Economics Sub-Editor

Program Background

Prospera is a partnership facility between the Government of Australia (through Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade) and the Government of Indonesia. It aims to foster strong, sustainable, and inclusive economic growth in Indonesia. Commencing from 1 March 2018, Prospera is a planned five-year investment which has been extended for 2 years, until February 2026.

Prospera aims to achieve three outcomes:

• Expanding markets, creating jobs – including building a robust private sector through a sound enabling environment; Growing jobs, capital and technology through trade and investment
• Safeguarding economic and financial stability – including ensuring a strong foundation for growth through balanced macro-financial policy; strengthening financial system integrity through supervision and literacy
• Improving public finances and government performance – including more revenue and better spending through improved policy and systems; improved government performance through data and public integrity bodies

About DT Global

DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives.

The Role

The Economics Sub-Editor will support Prospera’s communications team to edit and proofread the Prospera six-month report, publications, policy briefs, industry analyses, presentations and other documents to ensure the content is suitable for the intended audiences and consistent with Prospera’s style guide and templates. The successful candidate will be a first-class writer, skilled at converting complicated and convoluted topics into plain English that can be readily understood by non-specialist audiences. They must be prepared to re-write text produced by non-native English speakers without losing the sense of the original text. The successful candidate will be accustomed to working to tight deadlines and will have the flexibility to deliver at short notice on occasions. As this position is home-based, the successful candidate must be a responsive communicator. Knowledge of Indonesia and/or developing economies is desirable and familiarity with economics (including quantitative content) and experience in editing economics texts will be highly regarded.

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About You

The ideal candidate will possess strong qualifications and experience as follows:

• At least five years’ professional experience editing texts intended for publication.
• Demonstrated knowledge of economics and experience in working on documents pertaining to economics research (especially macroeconomics) and policy.
• Accomplished editor who is capable of transforming text into clear, sharp and engaging writing.
• Experience of working with Word and PowerPoint templates.
• Flexibility to work at short notice and to agreed deadlines.
• Knowledge of Indonesia or developing economies desirable but not essential

Remuneration
The remuneration will be set according to DFAT Remuneration Framework Group A, Job Level 3. The remuneration level at which the position is engaged will be based on the successful candidates’ relevant skills and experience. This position is a short-term position, open for International and National Indonesian applicant.

Why join Prospera?

At Prospera, you will be part of a high-performing, innovative and collaborative team that provides analysis and advice on key policy areas in support of strong, sustainable, and inclusive economic growth in Indonesia.

HOW TO APPLY

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Please submit your CV including a cover letter (in one file name) that addresses the selection criteria (no more than three pages) with subject Economist (Sub-Editor).

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 11 September 2024, 05:00 PM (+GMT 7).

Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.

About the Organization

About DT Global

DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives.

For more information, please see www.dt-global.com