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World Vision

Copy Editor – World Vision International

Locations: Ghana (Shared Services), Sierra Leone (National Office), Ethiopia (Addis Ababa), Philippines (Remote), Georgia (Remote)
Job Type: Full-time – Fixed Term
Application Deadline: July 18, 2025

Organization Overview

World Vision International is a Christian humanitarian organization with 75 years of experience dedicated to improving the lives of the most vulnerable children around the world. Operating in nearly 100 countries with over 33,000 staff, World Vision serves children of all backgrounds and faiths, driven by compassion and a commitment to justice.

Job Purpose

World Vision is seeking a detail-oriented Copy Editor to join its global communications team. This position plays a key role in ensuring clarity, consistency, and accuracy across internal and external content. The role combines high-quality editing and writing skills with the ability to support teams globally through content improvement and occasional training.

Key Responsibilities

Editing & Quality Control

  • Edit and proofread reports, newsletters, donor communications, social media copy, internal documents, and press releases

  • Ensure written materials align with World Vision’s voice, tone, and messaging

Content Creation

  • Produce clear, compelling, and persuasive written content that supports organizational goals and brand positioning

  • Adapt complex or technical information into accessible language for broader audiences

Content Support & Workflow

  • Collaborate with writers and global teams to streamline editorial processes

  • Contribute to efficient content production through workflow development

Writing Support & Training

  • Provide guidance and basic training to staff on effective writing and storytelling techniques

  • Improve staff capacity to produce high-impact written content across platforms

Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field

Experience

  • 3–5 years of professional editing experience, ideally in an NGO or international nonprofit context

  • Demonstrated ability to edit and write across multiple formats

  • Proven skill in turning technical or sensitive content into reader-friendly copy

  • Experience collaborating with multicultural and global teams

  • Strong project and time management skills in a remote work environment

Skills

  • Mastery of English grammar, syntax, and style

  • Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines

  • Familiarity with remote content production workflows

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certification in editing or proofreading

  • Experience delivering writing/editing workshops or training sessions

Language

  • Fluency in written and spoken English

Travel

  • Minimal travel, not exceeding 5% annually

Work Environment

  • Remote (Work-from-home)

  • Local applicants only

To apply for this job please visit worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com.

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