Communication Consultant Writer and Editor

 

Background– Palestine Trade Center (PalTrade) is a nongovernmental organization established in 1998.  PalTrade’s purpose is to lead the development of Palestinian trade as a driving force for sustainable national economic growth. As the National Export Development Organization with membership of more than 300 Palestinian leading businesses, PalTrade advocates a competitive, enabling business environment and is dedicated to improving trade competitiveness through trade promotion and capacity building.

PalTrade’s operation and services are guided by sector-based strategies for export development supported by assessment of cross-sectoral opportunities and impediments. These strategies are deployed through a range of services and activities aimed at vitalizing sectors to export to target markets.

Scope of Work – PalTrade seeks to hire a communication consultant – writer and editor - to produce high quality reports in [ENGLISH OR ARABIC] in close cooperation with other PalTrade team members. The consultant will be responsible for i) writing a wide range of high quality reports needed at PalTrade; ii) editing and/or proof-reading reports; iii) drafting press releases, fact-sheets, brochures, speeches, power points etc.. The consultant will be expected to write at least one report per quarter. The contract will be renewed on yearly basis.

Core Competencies and Skills

-Demonstrate an understanding of the standards of objectivity, integrity and accuracy in reporting
-A  general understanding of qualitative and quantitative research methods
-A demonstrated capacity for high-quality technical writing in Arabic or English.
-Minimum 6 years experience as a writer/editor
-Sound understanding of private sector development
-Sound understanding of private sector development
-Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills

Reporting

The consultant will report to PalTrade CEO and will work closely with other PalTrade Departments / projects managers who will coordinate all the assignments with relevant team members.

Deliverables and Remuneration
-Produce analytical reports in either English or Arabic, in an accurate, objective and timely manner.
-The consultant will be remunerated on a case by case basis and will be given a lump-sum payment per report.
-Payment will be made on submission of high quality and satisfactory deliverables within 30 days from invoice date.

Application Procedures:

-Candidates are required to respond to this advertisement via e-mail to [email protected]  Letters via postal mail or hand delivery, and faxes will disqualify any applicant;
-Candidates should submit a cover letter describing their knowledge, skills and samples of their work;
-Candidates are required to submit a C.V. detailing their skills and experience, employment and educational history;
-References should be furnished and all statements submitted will be subject to verification.
-Dead line for receiving application is October 11, 2011.