Expression of Interest: Editors and Writers Panel, Market Development Facility Expression of Interest: Editors and Writers Panel, Market Development FacilitySeeking experienced editors and writers to join a professional panel delivering high-quality communications across a diverse portfolio of projectsShort term, big impact opportunity-up to 90 daysof inputHome Based, open to international applicantsAbout the Market DevelopmentFacility Australia'sMarket Development Facility (MDF) helps countries in the Indo-Pacific region togrow through improved productivity, economic diversification, competitivenessand trade. MDF helps business partners and government to identify markets thathave high potential to grow, be profitable, and deliver social andenvironmental value.Ouraim is to do good by supporting good business. MDF supports business investmentand innovation that reduces poverty, economically empowers women and combatsclimate change. We currently operate in Fiji, Timor-Leste, Samoa, Vanuatu,Tonga and Sri Lanka. MDF is funded by the Australian Government and co-fundedby the New Zealand Government in Samoa, Tonga and Vanuatu. It is implemented byPalladium, in partnership with Swisscontact.Thefollowing position is for Editors and Writers as part of a panel to work on arange of professional communications materials.Scopeof ServicesEditingRead, evaluate and edit reports or other materials developed for publication, and confer with relevant MDF (or other) authors regarding changes in content, style or document organisation.Proofread a variety of reports and other communications pieces to remove grammar and spelling errors while maintaining author's tone.Finalise a variety of reports and other communications pieces in excellent English.Where there is more than one author, standardise the language and ensure a good flow and logical development of arguments.If required, reduce the document word count while retaining the salient points.Format documents in MS Word according to the MDF Branding and Editorial guidelines as supplied by MDF.2. WritingWork with country teams or other MDF personnel to co-author or ghost-write reports, sections of reports and/or stories for inclusion in reports.Write additional text for drafted documents, such as the Executive Summary, additional sections or significantly re-write or re-structure drafted sections into polished English, while maintaining the author/s' tone and key points and conferring with the relevant MDF (or other) author regarding changes.Write shorter and/or companion communication pieces for heavier, technical reports. Given the nature of the work, location and hours worked can be flexible. However, some writing assignments may require travel to an MDF location.SelectioncriteriaProfessional qualifications in writing and editing desirableExcellent written English spelling and grammarMeticulous attention to detailAn ability to produce high quality outputs, while juggling multiple inputs and working to a deadlineStrong organisational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks and work as part of a collaborative teamEstablished reputation and experience as in professional writing and editing.Knowledge of market systems development approaches, or related approaches, desirable.ApplicationRequirementsApplicantsshould apply online, click here for full terms of reference. Only proposals received on or before 9 June 2025 will be considered.Applicationsmust include the following:A response to the Selection Criteria.A portfolio of works, including links to publicly accessible samples of workA rate card listing rates based on an 8-hour day-Editing - daily rate in AUD-Writing - daily rate in AUDContact details of at least two recent professional referees.Kindly note that due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.Closing date: Midnight 9th June 2025 AEST.About PalladiumPalladium is a global company working to design,develop and deliver positive impact on the lives and livelihoods of peoplearound the globe; broaden access to health, water, power, and infrastructure;build enduring, sustainable, and transformative institutions and market systemsto address global challenges; and conserve the natural world. We operate inover 90 countries and have a workforce of 4,000 talented, motivated, anddiverse staff of all religions, races, languages, and gender identities.Equity,Diversity & Inclusion - Palladium is committed to embedding equity, diversity, andinclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections ofsociety and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation, creativity,success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achievediversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receiveequal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personalcharacteristics. These include: (but are not limited to) socio-economicbackground, age, race, gender identity and expression, religion, ethnicity,sexual orientation, disability, nationality, veteran, marital or Indigenousstatus.Shouldyou require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability oryou are a neurodivergent individual or for any other circumstance, please emailour team at and we will be in touch to discuss.Safeguarding - We define Safeguarding as "the preventative action taken byPalladium to protect our people, clients and the communities we work with fromharm". We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come intocontact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject toan enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and arigorous due diligence process.