Communication/Publications Assistant at The African Economic Research Consortium (AERC)

• Assist in keeping track of the publication production schedules and pipelines;
• Assist in processing of publications (editing, proofreading & typesetting);
• Assist in following up with reviewers, authors, printers and publishers as may be necessary to facilitate efficient operation of the publication processes;
• Support in the editorial process for all AERC publications;
• Assist in preparing, coordinating and distributing targeted dissemination packages for AERC meetings and workshops
• Assist in the production of AERC Promotional materials (Annual Report, Newsletters, Brochure, and Posters etc).
• Handle all logistics for meetings and workshops organized by the Division;
• Support in the administration tasks relating to the AERC Alumni;
• Maintain databases as needed for communication including all contacts within the AERC network
• Assist in the consolidation of supporting documents for payment preparation;
• Handle efficiently and effectively routine correspondence, filing and records maintenance for the division
• Ensure that general office supplies and stationery are made available as required
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Communications Manager

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications or related discipline;
• Post graduate diploma in Mass Communication or Book Publication is a must;
• Thorough knowledge of desktop publishing;
• Working knowledge of the publications process;
• Well organized and able to multi task;
• Ability to work under pressure and good team player