Content Development and Editorial Specialist - TJ / 1906261

Pak Turk Maarif International Schools & Colleges is seeking a skilled Content Development and Editorial Specialist based in Islamabad. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience in content creation, editing, and proofreading to support the institution’s communications. This role involves producing a variety of materials such as website articles, announcements, program descriptions, and event reports while ensuring all content aligns with approved language and communication standards. The specialist will transform technical and program-specific information into clear, audience-appropriate messaging and collaborate closely with multiple departments to keep web content accurate and up to date.

This position requires independent management of editorial tasks and strong coordination with academic and administrative departments, marketing teams, and campus representatives. The role is pivotal in developing content strategies, maintaining an editorial calendar, and supporting key institutional publications and campaigns. Attention to detail, consistency in institutional terminology, and the ability to adapt messages for diverse audiences across various communication channels are essential for success.

Key Responsibilities

- Draft, edit, and proofread institutional communications to ensure adherence to approved language and communication standards.
- Review grammar, syntax, tone, terminology, factual accuracy, and consistency before publication to maintain high-quality content.
- Prepare and regularly update web content, including news stories, announcements, program descriptions, and event reports.
- Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure website content remains fresh, accurate, and current; review and revise outdated information promptly.
- Develop and manage content for the Parent Portal and other parent-facing communications.
- Create engaging content for official communication channels such as social media captions, website articles, and selected internal communications.
- Tailor institutional messages to suit different audiences and platforms without compromising clarity or consistency.
- Collaborate with academic and administrative teams to translate technical or program-specific information into clear, public-friendly content.
- Ensure consistency in institutional terminology, including program names, campus identifiers, and corporate messaging.
- Maintain and oversee an editorial calendar to ensure timely delivery of announcements, campaigns, events, and general communications.
- Develop and maintain standardized templates for announcements, news stories, website articles, and parent communications to streamline content creation.
- Conduct final editorial reviews of major institutional publications and promotional materials prior to release.
- Work closely with the Digital Marketing and Creative Lead to synchronize textual and visual content effectively.
- Organize and maintain an archive of approved texts, announcements, website materials, and commonly used communication templates.
- Assist the Public Relations Manager in preparing major institutional publications, campaigns, and communication packages.
- Establish and manage a structured newsfeed network across all campuses to ensure regular collection, verification, and dissemination of school news, updates, activities, and achievements.
- Coordinate with campus focal persons to guarantee a consistent and timely flow of information from each school to the central Public Relations function.

Required Qualifications

- Minimum of three years of professional experience in content development, editing, and proofreading.
- Strong command of language, grammar, syntax, and editorial standards.
- Proven ability to convert technical and program-specific information into clear, audience-appropriate messaging.
- Experience managing content across multiple platforms, including websites and social media.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage an editorial calendar and multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with various stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

While specific benefits are not detailed, candidates with experience in educational or institutional communications and familiarity with digital marketing collaboration will be highly valued. The role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the communication strategy of a reputable international school network, engaging with diverse teams and audiences.

This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of institutional communication.