8 February 2010

The International Institute for Strategic Studies, the leading international think-tank on international affairs and conflict, has an editorial vacancy based at its regional office in Bahrain.

The IISS is seeking a native Arabic speaker for the role of Assistant Editor to oversee the translation and production in Arabic of selected IISS works.

The Assistant Editor will be based in Bahrain, but will work closely with the IISS Publications Department, which is located in the IISS Headquarters in London. The role will involve the translation, proofreading, editing, and typesetting of selected materials. It will also involve establishing and updating a series of Arabic pages on the IISS website.

The job requires a minimum of two years' professional translation and/or editorial experience, preferably with academic texts, and knowledge of international affairs would give candidates a distinct advantage. A keen eye for detail is essential, as well as the ability to edit and proofread with precision.

The IISS provides a full employment package and salary will reflect experience. Information about the IISS and its publications can be found at www.iiss.org. Candidates should email their CV (with references), and a letter explaining their skills, to iiss-middleeast@iiss.org by Monday 15 March 2010. Only candidates who are called for interview will receive a reply.