Editor and Copywriter

**Editor and Copywriter **- South Asia (India - Remote)**

**Are you interested in helping the world to transition towards clean energy?**

The **Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis** (IEEFA) is seeking a talented **Editor and Copywriter** to support our South Asia research team in producing high-quality, engaging content focusing on the energy and finance sectors.

IEEFA is a rapidly-growing NGO/ not-for-profit that conducts research and analysis on

As Editor and Copywriter in South Asia, you will work closely with the communications team to help boost the visibility of our work on the energy transition in India and Bangladesh. You will have excellent copywriting and editing skills, and the ability to turn complex and technical language into cohesive narratives with key messaging. You will also be experienced in using publication tools, proofreading content, and utilizing social media and its analytics.

You are expected to be self-motivated, be a multitasker, and work independently without continuous supervision. Working as part of a remote team in India, you’ll be expected to be able to communicate effectively with other members of the team over a variety of mediums (video calls, Slack, G-suite, ClickUp etc.), be comfortable with raising issues or questions along the way, and provide insights into your work.

**Roles and Responsibilities**:

- Copyediting reports and commentaries while researching and checking info graphics and fact sheets
- Communicating and collaborating with analysts to ensure that content is aligned with IEEFA’s publication style, editorial policy, and publishing specifications
- Writing media releases and cowriting commentaries and key takeaways with analysts to accompany reports
- Uploading reports, commentaries, and fact sheets to the IEEFA website utilizing keywords and search engine optimization knowledge
- Assisting in the development of communication strategy and contributing to regional discussions on social media
- Assisting with the development of social media campaigns and other marketing initiatives and activities such as webinars

**Required Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s education in Journalism, English or another related field
- 3 to 5 years of experience as an Editor, copywriter or similar role
- Proficient in digital publishing tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe and Canva
- Understanding of social media platforms and appropriate use of their writing styles, tone of voice and analytics
- Grasp of the fundamentals of search engine optimization (SEO)
- Ability to work under pressure with competing priorities and deadlines
- Commitment to IEEFA’s mission to accelerate the transition to a diverse, sustainable, and profitable economy

**Preferred Experience**
- Experience working within the financial/energy industries or for an energy or research organisation is favourable

**Compensation and Benefits**

Full-time 12-month fixed-term employment contract with the option of extension by mutual agreement and a market competitive remuneration.

**Work Schedule**

Full-time, 5 days/week with occasional evening or weekend work as required.

**Travel**

Some travel is required. All global team members attend IEEFA’s annual conference and international team retreat in the US.

**Physical Demand and Work Environment.**

Must be able to work for prolonged periods at a computer. Computer work can involve repetitive motion, eyestrain, back, and neck strain.

**EOE Statement**

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at IEEFA. All members of under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply. We are committed to providing all team members with a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy/parental status or disability status.

**Reasonable Accommodation Statement