We seek a Sharp Queer Eye!
IGLYO — The International LGBTQI Youth & Student Organisation is launching a call for tenders for proof-reading services to check and edit research reports, policy documents, and other written material. Please read through this full call and send your application through our form by Wednesday 26 February 2025 at 23:59 CET.
About IGLYO
IGLYO is the world's largest network dedicated to LGBTQI young people and their rights. We represent the voice of over 125 Member Organisation in more than 40 countries across the European region. We advance the rights of LGBTQI young people, fight for equality and inclusion, and empower LGBTQI youth voices through international training and events, thematic research and advocacy campaigns, online tools and resources, networking activities, and much more. You can learn more about IGLYO on this page.
What we seek
We're looking for an experienced and detail-oriented editor and proofreader to assist us with internal documents on an ad hoc basis. As an organisation focused on advancing LGBTQI youth rights at a European and international level, we require someone who is well-versed in the language and terminology specific to the LGBTQI+ and youth advocacy sectors. We are particularly interested in someone who can offer precise, clear, and culturally sensitive editing while maintaining the integrity of the original content.
Eligibility Criteria
The proof-reader should demonstrate that they fulfil the following criteria:
- Demonstrated experience in editing and proofreading policy documents and other written materials in English.
- Good understanding and familiarity with the language used in the sectors of Youth and LGBTIQ+ advocacy.
- Excellent writing and editing skills in English, with a keen eye for detail, grammar, and style.
- Be able to sign contracts and provide IGLYO with invoices for each ad hoc mission. This is a requirement for IGLYO to make payments.
How to apply? Interested applicants should provide the following information using this form:
- Your updated CV
- A fee proposal for services, detailing price per word or per page.
- 1 sample of previous work (in English)
- Brief description of your skills and experience (max 200 words)
- Brief motivation (max 100 words)
Applications should be sent through the application form by Wednesday 26 February 2025 at 23:59 CET. Selection results will be communicated in the beginning of March. If you have any questions, you can reach out to our Communications & Network Manager, Jeremy Gobin (he/him) at jeremy@iglyo.org.
Interested?
