This is an expression of interest for future assignments, not a guaranteed vacancy.
About the role
Knowledge Management and Insights Editors shape Risalat's published knowledge: articles, briefs, case studies and resource pages. They keep content accurate, consistent and easy to find, and help experts turn knowledge into clear writing.
Our insights are often the first contact institutions have with Risalat. Strong editing protects credibility and makes knowledge reusable across programmes and tools. This is a part-time, remote contract.
Responsibilities
- Edit articles and briefs for accuracy, clarity, structure and UK English.
- Check sources and request evidence where claims need it.
- Maintain an editorial calendar with the content team.
- Organise and tag knowledge so it is easy to find.
- Update older content when rules or facts change.
- Coach contributors on structure and plain language.
- Apply the house style and accessibility basics.
- Suggest topics from search and audience questions.
Outputs and success measures
- Edited, publication-ready articles and briefs.
- Updated and corrected older content.
- A maintained editorial calendar.
- A consistent tagging and topic structure.
- Style guidance for contributors.
What we are looking for
Essential
- Proven editing experience for professional or policy content.
- Excellent written English and attention to detail.
- Careful source checking.
- Ability to organise content systematically.
- Experience with a CMS such as WordPress.
- Reliability with deadlines.
Desirable
- Knowledge management or information architecture experience.
- Familiarity with development or public-sector topics.
- Basic SEO knowledge.
Tools and skills
What you gain
- A central role in Risalat's published knowledge.
- Work with experts across many fields.
- Experience of knowledge management in an international firm.
- Possible growth of responsibilities as content expands.
How we work
Part-time and remote under a written contract that sets hours, deliverables and fees. Collaboration happens online.
Assignments, working hours, fees, deliverables and location are agreed in writing before work begins. This listing does not guarantee selection, paid work or a minimum number of assignments. Applicants employed elsewhere must comply with employer policies and disclose conflicts of interest.
Selection process
- Apply online with your CV and two edited samples.
- We review editing quality.
- A short edit test, agreed in advance.
- A written contract.
We assess every application on relevance, demonstrated work and current project needs.
Questions
How many hours per week?
It depends on content volume and is agreed in the contract.
Do you use AI tools in editing?
They can help, but every edit is checked by the editor for accuracy and tone.
Do I need subject expertise?
Not required, but interest in public-sector and development topics helps.