Summary of the Junior Technical Writer/Proof-reader job at Spektrum

Background:

eu-LISA is the European Union Agency for the Operational Management of Large-Scale IT Systems in the Area of Freedom, Security and Justice (eu-LISA) manages large-scale IT systems to support the implementation of asylum, border management and migration policies in the European Union (EU). The Agency is also a front-runner for the digitalisation efforts of the EU's Justice and Home Affairs domain, building a new information architecture and contributing to the development of a new security ecosystem. Since the Agency's beginnings in 2012, eu-LISA has become the digital engine of the Schengen Area. With its activities and tasks, the Agency adds value to the EU Member States by supporting their efforts towards justice, security and freedom.

Task description:

• Plan, research, write, and edit existing or new technical guides or operational manuals
• Work closely with Infrastructure & Operations Unit Department and other cross-functional teams to ensure technical accuracy in the manuals
• Read and analyse functional specifications and technical documents to interpret overall functionality and product intricacies
• Handle multiple guides and manuals simultaneously; should be able to manage time and tasks effectively
• Adapt to changing requirements and deal with aggressive schedules
• Work independently through all stages of the Document Development Life Cycle (DDLC)
• Serve the roles of an editor and proof-reader by participating in peer reviews
• Contribute to the writing and proofreading of tender technical specifications
• Apply corporate quality standards and policies
• Ensure consistency among documents/drafts, confirming accuracy of references/footnotes/captions

Education:

• Minimum 3 years of relevant education (bachelor degree or equivalent) after the secondary school

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of proof reading or publishing experience, preferably with IT technical documents

Additional needed qualification, knowledge and skills:

• Strong understanding of IT concepts and ability to quickly grasp new acronyms and technologies
• Excellent written English language skills
• PC skills and proficiency in MS Office and MS Visio
• Knowledge of MS SharePoint and wiki systems is considered advantageous
• Detail-oriented, problem-solver, self-starter requiring minimal oversight, with flexibility and good follow-through skills
• Knowledge of proof-reading and type-setting standards
• Ability to interpret and follow page layout specifications
• Expertise in language style, accuracy and speed in reading detailed material
• Must possess excellent communication skills: written and oral