Senior Technical Content Manager (Standards)

Job title:

Senior Technical Content Manager (Standards)

Company:

Global Reporting Initiative

Job description

Start Date: January 2025Work hours: 40 hrs p/w (full-time, flexible)Location: Remote/Hybrid (within +/- 1 hour CET; candidate must have an existing permit to live and work in the country they reside)Contract: 1 year with the possibility for an extension by mutual consentSalary: €60,000 – €63,000 gross per annum on a full-time basisPosition SummaryGRI is an independent NGO and standard-setter and over the last 26 years, our standards have created a global language used by organizations to provide transparency. At GRI we enable organizations to assess and report on the environmental, social and economic impacts of their activities. We also help build organizational capacity for sustainability reporting: from our Academy training courses to working with licensing partners to enable digital reporting with GRI’s standards. Together, the skills, capabilities, and data we create help build sustainable, long-term value. Working at GRI, you will be part of unlocking positive change in the world.We are seeking a Senior Technical Content Manager to lead the technical function of the Standards Division, to deliver high-quality technical content for the GRI Standards.ResponsibilitiesDelivery

• Responsible for the planning of the technical function of the Standards Division, including time allocation of technical managers across different internal and external technical projects.
• Manage projects to implement targeted technical updates to the GRI Standards, according to the GSSB Due Process Protocol.
• Draft high-quality technical content for the GRI Standards, in close collaboration with the writers/editors and the relevant project teams, based on input from expert groups, public comments, and research. Perform technical reviews of draft GRI Standards, to ensure the clarity, consistency, and quality of the content.
• Coordinate and perform reviews of standards in the market and prepare technical feedback about interoperability with the GRI Standards.
• Coordinate and perform reviews of draft GRI Standards and prepare proposals to ensure they are interoperable with key standards in the market.
• Manage the development of interoperability guidance with key standards in the market.
• Coordinate with other GRI departments to undertake technical reviews of GRI’s products and services to ensure they are consistent with the GRI Standards.
• People management responsibilities: Craft development plans, arrange training sessions, and ensure continuous learning while coaching and counselling your team.

Engagement

• Manage a system for addressing technical inquiries and feedback on the GRI Standards, and developing FAQs and guidance to clarify technical concepts to external audiences.
• Manage the development of guidance (such as guides, templates, and best practices) to be used by the Standards Division for drafting technical content for the GRI Standards and provide training and onboarding to colleagues.
• Represent GRI and the Standards Division at external and internal events related to the GRI Standards.
• Engage with standard-setters and other relevant organizations in the reporting landscape to coordinate the implementation of joint technical work.

Work Experience

• Demonstratable experience of at least 10 years or similar in managing extended projects – including planning, execution, and budget management.
• Proven experience in managing and developing a team.

Knowledge and abilities

• Technical knowledge of the GRI Standards and other reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail and a commitment to the highest standards of quality.
• Fluency in written and spoken English, and fluency in one other language is an advantage.
• Results-focused with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of sustainability issues and familiarity with the sustainable development agenda.
• Excellent writing skills and ability to write clear content for a variety of audiences.
• Excellent team-working (interpersonal) skills.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail, including experience delivering presentations and facilitating workshops or training sessions.
• Ability to work in an international and multi-cultural setting.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment where change is ongoing.
• Affinity with the mission of GRI.
• In order to support your overall wellbeing have an existing ergonomic desk set-up when working remotely.

How to applyInterested candidates are invited to click on Apply and submit their resume and cover letter in English. The deadline to submit your application is 12.00 pm (CET), 4th November 2024. We will only consider candidates who have existing work permit in the country they will be based in and are happy with the salary advertised.We aim to create a recruitment process that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring all candidates have equal opportunities and are evaluated based on their unique skills and experiences. If you need any support or adjustments during the application process, please reach out to us.

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Location

København

Job date

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 01:06:19 GMT

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