Web Content Editor

Position Title:	Web Content Editor
Type of Contract:	Nationally Recruited Staff
Location:	Mexico
Desired Skills:
Description:	We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced and results-oriented Web Content Editor to develop content for the Center’s public-facing websites and mobile applications. Under the direction of the Director of Communications, the selected candidate will play a key role in fulfilling CIMMYT’s mandate in a large multi-disciplinary and multi-institutional communications team. The candidate will work closely with CIMMYT’s communications and research teams, as well as partners in national research programs, advanced research institutes and private institutions to generate a more effective and targeted Internet presence for the Center. The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, known by its Spanish acronym, CIMMYT®, is a not-for-profit research and training organization with partners in over 100 countries. Please refer to our website for more information:www.cimmyt.org The position is based at CIMMYT’s Main Campus (located 45 km northeast of Mexico City, Mexico). Specific responsibilities of this position: Develop content for CIMMYT website, ‘subsidiary’ websites and CIMMYT intranet. Such content must be accurate, user-friendly, consistent and engaging to the reader. Review/edit existing content across all websites for accuracy and attributes described above. Translate’ technical/scientific jargon into language that is understandable and clear to a lay audience. Link, connect and repurpose content on CIMMYT’s various web assets (including subsidiary/project websites and social media channels) to leverage its use for external audiences. Proof-read and check accuracy of language to comply with CIMMYT’s brand image. Collaborate with web designer and web team to enhance websites’ functionality and suggest creative ways to display content. Make recommendations on web architecture and page layout to optimize the user experience across platforms (desktop and mobile). Perform other related tasks as assigned by supervisor. We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications, skills and attitudes: BA/BS in communications, journalism, business or other related disciplines. Minimum of 5 years’ relevant agricultural development, science, technical or business work experience. Significant experience developing and overseeing web editorial content, including writing, editing, quality assurance and proofreading. Thorough understanding of best practices in web writing, usability and design; strong understanding of the web and an aptitude for technology. Full competency and fluency in English, with excellent writing and editing skills, and an ability to convey complex ideas in a clear, direct and lively style that is aimed at a lay audience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; demonstrated client orientation. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work under pressure, with high accuracy. Creativity, particularly in devising new approaches to content and design. Ability to work with different nationalities, and as a member of a multidisciplinary, multicultural and diverse work team. Willingness to travel as required. CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package and support for continuous professional development. In addition to the provisions of the Mexican Labor Law our package of benefits includes Year-end Bonus (40 days of salary), Vacation Premium (56%), Life Insurance and Medical Insurance, Supermarket Coupons, Savings Fund, Social Mexican Benefits (IMSS, SAR/Infonavit). CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork and respect for diversity. Women are encouraged to apply. To apply, email cover letter and CV (in English) no later than Monday, 14 October, 2013 to Human Resources, CIMMYT (Email: nrsrecruitment@cgiar.org / Please indicate position reference number: N13277 in the subject of your email). Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. For further information please contact Guillermo Flores, g.flores@cgiar.org