Managing Editor | Jobs in Baghdad, Iraq by American University of Iraq - Baghdad (AUIB) | Apply Now

JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE

Employment: Full Time

Why the American University of Iraq—Baghdad?

Opening its doors in January 2021, the new American University of Iraq—Baghdad (AUIB) began as a dream of influential individuals in Iraqi and United States business, industry and government who want to see a world-class institution of higher learning established in the city, reminiscent of the days when Baghdad was an educational mecca and flourishing capital of the Muslim world. With a great library, palatial college buildings and student centers, state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, and athletic facilities, AUIB will be a beautiful campus, attracting students, faculty, and staff from throughout the world. We invite you to join us in this exciting new venture.

Job Summary: The managing editor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the university press and ensuring the timely and efficient production of high-quality publications. This role involves managing editorial staff, coordinating with authors and external vendors, and maintaining the overall editorial and production workflow.

This position will report directly to the Vice President, Corporate Engagement.

Areas of Accountability:

Editorial Management:
• Supervise editorial staff, including assigning tasks, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Oversee the acquisition and evaluation of manuscripts or book proposals for publication.
• Coordinate the peer review process and make decisions on manuscript acceptance.
• Work closely with authors throughout the publication process, providing feedback and ensuring adherence to press guidelines.

Requirements:

Production Oversight:
• Coordinate with production staff to ensure timely editing, formatting, and preparation of manuscripts for printing or digital distribution.
• Manage the production schedule and monitor progress to ensure that publications meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Collaborate with designers, typesetters, and printers to ensure the successful production of books, journals, and other publications.

Administrative Duties:
• Manage the budget for editorial and production activities, including allocating resources and tracking expenses.
• Maintain communication with authors, reviewers, and other stakeholders to address questions, provide updates, and resolve issues.
• Handle administrative tasks such as contract negotiation, rights management, and permission clearance.
• Assist in the development of marketing and promotional strategies for publications.

Quality Control:
• Ensure publications adhere to press guidelines, editorial standards, and industry best practices.
• Review proofs and final copies to identify and correct content, formatting, and design errors.
• Monitor reader feedback and make recommendations for improvements to future publications.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

AUIB is an American-style, nonprofit university located next to the Baghdad International Airport in Baghdad. This large-scale, multi-million dollar project is funded by Iraqi and U.S. donors, both public and private. The university opens for students on Jan. 17, 2021, with the College of Arts & Sciences, College of International Studies, and the College of Business. Eventually, there will be 10 colleges at the university, including a College of Medicine.

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