Skills
Core Professional Skills
Editorial project management
Copyediting, proofreading, and quality assurance
Research communication and knowledge translation
Report writing and donor communication
Academic and scientific publishing support
Data validation and narrative consistency checking
Evidence-based reporting and impact communication
Workflow and process improvement
Compliance with editorial and donor reporting standards
Quality control for academic and institutional publications
📊 Analytical and Research Skills
Research analysis and synthesis
Identifying key findings and insights across disciplines
Evidence review and impact assessment
Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) support
Grants and results-based management
Data tracking and performance monitoring
Verification of financial and programme data
Preparation of analytical and policy reports
🤝 Stakeholder and Partnership Skills
Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
Cross-sector partnership coordination (NGOs, academia, UN, donors)
Cross-cultural communication and diplomacy
Capacity building and training facilitation
Client relationship management
Multicultural team collaboration and remote coordination
📅 Project and Programme Management
PRINCE2-qualified project management
Strategic planning and implementation
International programme coordination
Timeline management and scheduling
Deliverable tracking and quality assurance
Budget forecasting and financial oversight
Grants administration and reporting
Risk management and compliance monitoring
✍️ Writing and Communication Skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication
Technical and scientific writing
Policy brief and impact summary writing
Journal article and publication editing
Plain-language communication for non-technical audiences
Visual communication (graphs, figures, tables)
Storytelling and narrative development for research impact
💻 Technical and Digital Skills
Microsoft Suite: Advanced Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data validation), Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint
Adobe Suite: Acrobat, Photoshop, InDesign
Editorial Systems: ScholarOne, Editorial Manager
Web and Business Tools: WordPress, Google Workspace
Data Tools: Familiar with Power BI and Tableau
Document version control and file organisation
Workflow automation and online collaboration tools
🌍 Cross-Cultural and Personal Attributes
Detail-oriented and quality-focused
Highly self-motivated and disciplined
Adaptive and quick to learn new systems
Strong intercultural awareness (experience in Europe, Africa, and the Pacific)
Inclusive and values-driven approach to teamwork
Able to balance independence with collaboration
Creative and strategic thinker
About
Detail-oriented and highly focused professional with extensive international experience in both editorial and programme management roles. Skilled at coordinating complex projects and managing end-to-end editorial workflows to deliver accurate, consistent, and high-quality outputs for global clients, including publishers, researchers, and intergovernmental organisations. Adept at translating technical and research-based information into clear, accessible content and ensuring that all deliverables meet quality, compliance, and stakeholder expectations. Experienced in strategic planning, team collaboration, and process improvement within fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. Now seeking to apply my combined expertise in editing, communication, and project management to a mission-driven organisation advancing knowledge, impact, and innovation.