Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research, an international institute that works closely with movements of the working class and peasantry, is looking for an English-language editor. Pay is commensurate with experience. The position is remote, with the option to work in an existing Tricontinental office, if applicable.

Primary responsibilities:

• Working in a team setting to edit English-language publications produced by our offices and partners across the Global South. This includes:

• • Editing for grammar, typos, consistency of terminology, overall coherence of the text and fluidity of writing, adherence to house style, and checking and formatting citations
  • Ensuring that the text is ordered in a way that flows logically for the reader
  • Fact and spell checking
  • Meeting with writers and other team members to ensure that texts meet the institute’s guidelines and are submitted on time

Required:

• A person with excellent command over the English language, strong attention to detail and grasp of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and excellent writing skills
• A self-motivated person who is happy to work with a team and to continue to grow through study
• A person who aligns with the general orientation of the work and mission of our institute
• A person with experience writing and/or editing English texts

Preferred:

• A person who has decent Spanish and/or Portuguese language skill
• A person who is based in the Global South and has a background in progressive popular movements and organisations

To apply, please submit:

• Two 500-word writing samples: a text you have edited, alongside the unedited original for comparison, and a sample of your own writing to hiring@thetricontinental.org
• A 500-word sample of a text you have translated, alongside the original, if applicable
• Your CV
• A cover letter
• The names of two references who we can contact

Please write ‘English-language editor’ in the subject line.

Applications are due by 15 July.