Editor - Contractor

The Centre for Information Resilience (CIR) is an independent organisation dedicated to exposing human rights violations, disinformation and harms against women and minorities. We achieve this through open source research, digital investigations, capacity-building with local partners, and collaboration with media to amplify our impact.

CIR was born out of a determination to expose those spreading harm – online and offline – around the world, particularly in areas of violent conflict, such as Afghanistan, Myanmar, Sudan and Ukraine. Our projects are at the forefront of efforts to investigate and document human rights abuses, war crimes, and harms against women and minorities. We work closely with multilateral and national justice accountability bodies.

About The Role

Contract Type: Contractor

Closing date: 14 August 2026 at 23:55pm

Contract length: ASAP to 31 March 2027

Hours needed for this role: 10-18 days per month , to be discussed

Location: Remote

Role’s responsibilities
The editor will be responsible for providing substantive editing and proofreading services for a range of materials including complex public reports, research documents and presentations. This role requires close collaboration with the relevant project leadership teams to ensure deadlines are met efficiently and to the highest standards. The editor will maintain the quality, consistency and accuracy of all documents, while supporting content and workflow management.

Key responsibilities
Writing and editing:

• Provide substantive editing and proofreading for a variety of materials, including complex public reports, research documents and presentations
• Restructure and rewrite content as necessary to improve readability
• Ensure correct spelling, grammar and syntax, maintaining the authors' writing style

Quality assurance:

• Maintain consistent style and format throughout documents
• Eliminate repetition and inconsistencies
• Ensure appropriate positioning and numbering of boxes, figures and tables
• Ensure complete and consistent footnotes, sources and references
• Review annexes thoroughly to highlight incomplete areas and ensure consistency
• Prepare a complete table of contents and acronym list for each document
• Proofread designed layout files to ensure they are print-ready

Coordination and workflow management:

• Work with the projects' leadership team to ensure deadlines are met
• Support content and workflow management by coordinating with investigators and team members
• Maintain an updated database of sources, references and relevant literature
• Ensure adherence to CIR project guidelines and standards

Requirements

Educational background:

• Bachelor's degree. English, Journalism, Communications or a related field preferred but not essential, other specialisms will also be considered.

Professional experience:

• Must have experience in writing, editing and proofreading complex publications and research reports
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously and delivering high-quality results

Technical skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with document formatting and design software (e.g., Adobe InDesign)
• Strong understanding of style guides (e.g., AP)

Core competencies:

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a remote team
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and project requirements

Interpersonal skills:

• Ability to coordinate with various stakeholders, including investigators and team members, remotely, to ensure smooth process from draft to publication
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle complex editorial task

Additional requirements

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong ethical standards and professional integrity
• Familiarity with publication guidelines and standards programme management.
  

Recruitment Process

To apply, please submit your CV and complete the application form questions. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, which can be conducted remotely unless specified otherwise. CIR encourages applicants from under-represented communities.

CIR is an equal opportunities employer. If you require adjustments or additional support to complete this process, please let us know in your application.

A candidate’s guide to artificial intelligence (AI) in recruitment at CIR

CIR does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools at any stage of its recruitment process. All applications are reviewed, and decisions are made, by trained members of staff.

When applying for a role, please do use AI for:

• Plan your ideas and thoughts
• Check the spelling and grammar of your CV and cover letter
• Research CIR
• Generate mock interview questions for you to practice before your interview
• Use AI as a support tool, not as a substitute for your own thinking or judgement

Don’t use AI to:

• Invent or misrepresent your skills and experience
• Complete any tests provided by CIR
• Assist you during an interview to help answer the questions being asked by the panel

Declaration: By submitting this application, you confirm this represents your own work and experience. Misuse of AI may result in your application being withdrawn from the process.