JIAS EDITORIAL ASSOCIATES X2

A minimum of a Masters’ degree in a scientific, public health or relevant discipline is required. At least 2 years’ work experience in a similar position, preferably in HIV/AIDS or public health Experience in public health research, including writing articles for publication in peer reviewed journals and acting as a peer reviewer, is an asset Advanced level of spoken and written English (other UN languages a plus) Knowledge of scientific literature and publishing; global health knowledge, particularly in HIV desirable Advanced skills in using research databases (e.g. PubMed, Web of Science, Dimensions) Excellent skills in scientific writing and editing Excellent skills in the Windows environment (particularly Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Power BI, EndNote) Excellent time management and organizational skills, ability to prioritize and multitask Meticulous attention to details Ability to work independently and solve problems Strong social and stakeholder management skills, independent and service-oriented Ability to travel internationally 1-2 times per year Responsibilities: Support the initial assessment of newly submitted manuscripts, considering their novelty, scientific soundness, relevance and potential importance to the journal, and identifying issues requiring further editorial consideration. Manage and expedite the peer review process under the guidance of the Managing Editor and support the Deputy Editors, including inviting reviewers, monitoring progress and following up regularly to ensure timely reviews and editorial decisions. Consolidate feedback and recommendations from editors and peer reviewers, and invite authors to revise manuscripts, ensuring that clear, consistent and constructive comments are communicated to authors. Assess revised manuscripts, in collaboration with the Managing Editor and Deputy Editors, to determine whether authors have adequately addressed editorial and reviewer comments, identifying outstanding issues requiring further consideration by the editors. Support the editorial management of journal supplements, liaising with Guest Editors, Editors-in-Chief and other relevant editors to coordinate manuscript assessment, peer review, revisions and editorial follow-up, while ensuring consistency with the journal's editorial standards and timelines. Liaise with the Journal publisher and follow up on action items. Manage the editorial inbox, including answering general queries. Promote the journal through social media and other IAS communication channels. Arrange and coordinate agreements with suppliers including for printing special issues and production of promotional material, ensuring adherence to timelines. Support the organisation of editorial meetings as well as JIAS mentoring activities (including workshops). Write meeting and evaluation reports following journal activities. Perform surveys and statistical analyses of journal article performance for the editorial newsletter and annual meeting. Perform any additional relevant tasks as requested. Values fit: Passion Innovation Progress Integrity Respect Excellence Submit a detailed cover letter, updated CV with certified copy of highest qualification and details of two (2) current contactable referees by 18 November 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you are a foreign national applying for this position, please attach a copy of your work permit to your application. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within four weeks after the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We are committed to equity in our employment practices. It is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our equity objectives. We reserve the right not to appoint if no suitable candidates are identified. I understand and accept that by applying for this position, I authorized DTHF to process my personal information in accordance with its internal operational requirements. I further understand that the personal information I disclose to DTHF will be processed in accordance with the requirements set out in the Protection of Personal Information Act and may include the transferring thereof to third parties for the purposes of verification. This job may be removed before it expires. Desmond Tutu Health Foundation is a child-friendly organisation committed to the protection of children. For more information about the organization please visit our website