Web Content Editor (Proofreader / Journalist)

The Web Content Editor will be responsible for the European Network for Rural Development website (http://enrd.ec.europa.eu/) editorial content and its updates, for making new and existing web content search engine friendly, while maintaining editorial quality and readability.
Responsibilities include leading web update projects, establishing, and disseminating SEO guidelines and Web editing best practices, depending on experience and skills.

JOB DESCRIPTION

1. Content creation and update

• Proofread and adjust content for web audience (including feature articles, database content, links, FAQs, etc.).
• Design web forms.
• Prepare textual content for targeted mass mailing.
• Edit copy received from additional content contributors.
• Provide editorial and content training to CP and ENRD content producers.
• Booking of restaurants and accommodations when needed

2. Website promotion

• Use metadata and other methods to optimise search engine positions.
• Ensure the site is listed in relevant indexes and directories.

3. Evaluation

• Compile and analyse website usage statistics.
• Obtain and analyse user feedback.
• Recommend changes in editorial policy and site design.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience:

• Relevant Bachelor's degree and at least 3years relevant experience managing and editing online content.
• Excellent writing /journalistic skills and working knowledge of SEO and copywriting methods to increase website traffic.
• Familiarity with web analytics programs.
• Understanding of EU Rural Development Policy a plus.
• Knowledge of at least one of the following additional languages a distinct advantage (French, Spanish, German, Italian, Polish).
• Experience as a technical editor/writer in the area of Rural Development a plus.
• Familiarity with HTML / CMS tools.
• Must have strong ability to work in an effective and timely manner under deadline pressure while simultaneously managing multiple assignments.
• Experience and understanding of Web 2.0.
• Exceptional copy writing skills examples of work will be requested at interview stage.
• Excellent communication, organisational and planning skills.
• Experience sourcing, selecting and optimising images relevant to content.

Applicants should provide specific examples/references/links to previous written work/websites on which they have worked.

Options for full or part time position could be considered.

To apply, send full CV and e-mail to: recruit@kantor-group.eu