FW: [GainsNet] Job Vacancy

[Szabo Erzsebet]

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From: Babar Malik [mailto:babarmalik_2000 at yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, July 09, 2001 5:03 PM
To: gainsnet at un-instraw.org
Subject: [GainsNet] Job Vacancy


Job Vacancy

Maternity Cover for Editor, Gender and Development

Ref: ID/PD/GADE/HB/GN

Based at: Oxfam GB Headquarters, Oxford, UK (Other
locations may be considered in exceptional
circumstances)
Salary: =A324,500 to =A331,500 pro rata
Hours: 28.8 (4 days per week)
Contract: 8 months' maternity cover (mid September
2001 to end May 2002=)

Closing date for applications: 20 July 2001
Interviews: 25/26 July 2001
Start date: mid-September 2001 (Due to the relatively
short contract and the need for continuity, it is
essential that the successful candidate is able to
start work by this date)

We are looking for a gender specialist to cover the
post of Editor, Gender and Development for 8 months
while the post-holder is on maternity leave.
Gender and Development, published by Oxfam GB, is the
only journal to focus specifically on gender and
development issues internationally, and to
explore the connections between gender and development
initiatives and feminist perspectives. The journal,
which is currently published three times a year,
explores best practice and debates new ideas. It is
highly regarded by development practitioners,
policy-makers and academics, and plays a key role in
Oxfam's gender programme.

Key Responsibilities
1.   To edit Gender and Development, commissioning,
selecting and rejecting material for publication, in
accordance with the stated editorial aims of
the journal; to work with contributors, revising and
editing material as necessary; to submit each issue to
the Managing Editor according to the agreed schedule;
and to support the marketing of the journal.

2.   To maintain effective contact with the editorial
advisory board of Gender and Development.

3.   To maintain contact with a wide range of official
and non-government gender, development, and relief
organisations, and with gender and development
professionals world-wide, to ensure that Gender and
Development is able to reflect current thinking and
practice in these fields.

4.   To advise on the gender content of Oxfam's book
publishing programme as appropriate.

5.   To carry out some gender advisory work, and
contribute to the development of Oxfam's overall
gender programme.

Key competencies
1.   At least 5 years' work experience, with at least
2 of those in development, preferably overseas;
knowledge of the NGO sector; sound practical and
theoretical knowledge of gender issues both in
relation to
programme implementation and to macro-economic and
development aid issues.
Demonstrable experience of work on gender issues is
essential.
2.   Experience of commissioning writers; proven
proficiency in writing and editing, preferably in a
relevant field; and experience of working with writers
whose first language is not English are essential.
Previous experience of specialist journals publishing
would be an advantage.
3.   Fluent English, and excellent written and verbal
communications skills. Knowledge of any other major
languages (French, Arabic, Spanish Portuguese) would
be an advantage.
4.   Ability to think creatively and strategically,
with proven analytical skills, excellent editorial
judgement,  and the ability to assess critically the
writing (content and quality) of others.
5.   Education to at least degree level, and
preferably academic research experience at
post-graduate level.
6.   Sound organisational skills, an ability to work
independently, and word-processing skills are
essential.

For more information, including an application form,
please contact

Helen Bowers, Oxfam Publishing, 274 Banbury Road,
Oxford, OX2 7DZ, UK, telephone
+44 (0) 1865 312482, e-mail hbowers at oxfam.org.uk

Oxfam works with others to find lasting solutions to
poverty and suffering.

Oxfam GB is a member of Oxfam International, a company
limited by guarantee and registered in England No.
612172.
Registered office: 274 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 7DZ.
Registered charity No. 202918.

Visit the web site at http://www.oxfam.org.uk=