Case Writer at Strathmore Business School

JOB PURPOSE:

This role is aimed at providing support to the Strathmore Africa Case Centre, the SACC.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advising the Hub Lead/Editor in Chief on the suitability of a draft case submitted to the SACC.
• Performing preliminary reviews and relevant due diligence on any submitted to SACC within stipulated timelines.
• Carrying out any follow-up reviews on cases assigned to reviewers with periodic reminders.
• Taking minutes for all meetings and forums (workshops, seminars, training sessions etc.) coordinated by the Case Centre.
• Capturing all case study metadata prior to final publication on the website.
• Ensuring the Case Centre website and submission portal are active and functional.
• Advising the SACC lead team on the improvements to be made on the case submission, review, and any other related activities.
• Under the guidance of the Hub Lead, ensuring that submitted case studies are handled on a timely basis.
• Carrying out all logistical and coordination activities for activities organized by SACC end-to-end.
• Ensuring that all requisite checks are performed before, during and cases are accepted by SACC.
• Liaising with SBS and Strathmore University communications teams before getting cases finally uploaded onto the website.
• Facilitating joint approval meetings by the Case Centre editorial board before cases are finally uploaded onto the website.
• Proofreading, performing editorial and plagiarism checks for all submitted cases.
• Maintaining a centralized log of all submitted and accepted cases under SACC.
• Write cases for the case Centre from time to time.
• Represent the Hub Lead in forums, both local and international, where the SACC is participating in.
• Ensure all ethical and regulatory requirements in publishing cases and other publications by the SACC are adhered to.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Hub Lead.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The post holder will be required to have and to demonstrate evidence of the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a Business or related field, a Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• Possession of certification in specialized training in English writing and oratory skills will be an added advantage.
• 2-3 years of experience in a writing and/or publishing environment.
• Experience and skills in quantitative and/or qualitative research methods
• Demonstrate ability to work independently to oversee teams and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrable excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Demonstrable excellent organizational skills and prior experience managing more junior research team members.
• Ability to ensure timely delivery of results against objectives.