Job Information
Proof Reader (MCG/IE 3)
Company Information
Job Information
Description
Company
Government of Jamaica
Website
http://bit.ly/GOJJobListing
Contact Name
Office of the Services Commission
Contact Email
communications@osc.gov.jm
Job Type
Full-time
Department
Houses of Parliament
Category
Media, PR & Communication
Posted
07-10-2024
Job Status
Start Publishing
07-10-2024
Stop Publishing
18-10-2024
Applications are invited for the following post in the Houses of Parliament: Proof Reader (MCG/IE 3) (Contract), salary range $3,501,526 - $4,709,163 per annum.
Job Purpose
Under the general supervision of the Hansard Editor, the incumbent reviews and edits the Parliamentary verbatim notes of the House of Representatives, the Senate and the Parliamentary Committees.
Key Responsibilities
- Checks and proofreads copies of verbatim notes of the House of Representatives, the Senate and Parliamentary Committees;
- Reviews printer’s proof and makes necessary correctional signs to eliminate typographical and grammatical errors;
- Assists the Systems Administrator in operating audio recording device;
- Assists the Hansard Editor in the final editing of the verbatim notes;
- Conducts necessary research on Hansard information for internal/external clients.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Ability to meet deadlines and work on own initiative;
- Excellent listening and analytical skills;
- Excellent team building and interpersonal skills;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- Bachelor of Arts Degree or equivalent, specializing in English;
- Two (2) years’ relevant working experience;
- Knowledge of Jamaican Parliamentary procedures would be an asset.
Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Thursday, 17th October, 2024 to:
Clerk to the Houses
Houses of Parliament
Gordon House
81 Duke Street
Kingston
Houses of Parliament
Gordon House
81 Duke Street
Kingston
Email: clerk@japarliament.gov.jm
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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