EDITORIAL AND DESKTOP PUBLISHING ASSISTANT, FRENCH, G5

United Nations - UN | Staff | Department for General Assembly and Conference Management – DCS Nairobi
Closing: 12 Feb 2026 0 days remaining
Location: Nairobi

Overview

The Editorial and Desktop Publishing Assistant is responsible for producing camera-ready documents by formatting complex documents in desktop publishing layout and performing proof-reading functions.

Tasks Summary
  • Produces camera-ready documents for reproduction by formatting complex documents in desktop publishing layout.
  • Incorporates changes as marked by editors, translators and revisers.
  • Performs proof-reading functions ensuring that changes have been incorporated.
  • Participates in the production of parliamentary and miscellaneous documentation.
  • Aligns bi-texts in order to support the production of high-quality translation memories.
  • Compiles documents or reports for translation and/or revision.
  • Assists and replaces the Assistant Supervisor, when needed.
  • Trains and guides temporary and junior staff.
  • Compiles submitted corrections and edits documents.
  • Rotates in day and night shifts, as well as weekend on-call duties.
  • Stays available for overtime and on-call assignments.
  • Assists with the collection and analysis of data.
  • Assists with visualizations and updating information material.
  • Ensures that requirements and background information used for data analysis are documented.
  • Performs other related work as required.
Experience Requirements

A minimum of five (5) years of relevant working experience in desktop publishing, including draft typing, copy editing, proof-reading and typographical layout or related area is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced by two (2) years for candidates who possess a first level University degree. Experience with editorial rules and desktop publishing, including typographic standards, is desirable. One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Qualification Requirements

Completion of High school diploma or equivalent is required. Supplementary training in Editorial and Desktop publishing or related area is desirable.

Other Details

Languages Required: English and French are required.

Languages Preferred:

Contract Duration: initial period of one year

Work Modality:

Remuneration:

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