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ICF

On-Call Editor_

ICF, Rockville, Maryland, United States, 20851


Description**The Demographic and Health Surveys** Program (DHS) seeks a freelance copyeditor to help edit analysis reports. The DHS Program assists countries worldwide in the collection and use of data to monitor and evaluate population, health, and nutrition programs. The Program’s further analysis reports use data from these surveys to take a more in-depth look at specific issues. These include qualitative, quantitative, GIS, and comparative reports, as well as working papers.About the position:The publications team, responsible for formatting, editing, and proofing the reports, is looking for an experienced freelance editor to work remotely and on call. The editor will be responsible for copyediting and proofing. Copyediting involves reviewing and revising content for accuracy and quality, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, style, and syntax, and ensuring the correct tone, voice, clarity, flow, and structure of content. Proofing involves checking spelling, grammar, punctuation, style, and syntax.**Qualifications:**+ 5+ years' relevant experience copyediting demographic, health, or social science journal articles and reports+ 5+ years' experience editing works by writers whose first language is not English+ 5+ years' experience using Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Teams**Preferred:**+ Knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style (17e) and AMA (11e) reference style+ Ability to turn around projects in a timely manner+ Experience copyediting table- and figure-heavy reportsSuitable applicants will be asked to submit examples of edited publications and references.More information on The DHS Program can be found here: The Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) Program (om/)**Working at ICF**ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy (cf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) .Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.Read more about workplace discrimination rights , the Pay Transparency Statement (ol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf) , or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. (cf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity)**Pay Range** - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:$69,862.00 - $118,765.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)