Consultant - Writing Trainer and Publishing Editor (2 Positions)
Position Circumstances
- Career Category: Advisor / Individual Consultant
- Schedule:Short-term
- Salary: N/A
Position Type: Individual Consultant
Report to: Clean Energy Program Manager
Duration: An estimated total of 19 days between March and September 2026
Deliverables
Programs in both Phnom Penh and Siem Reap will have the same set of deliverables, as follows:
- Three half-day training sessions on think piece writing
- Two half-day training sessions on project management
- One half-day training session on communications
- A final edited volume of think pieces, ready for online and print publication
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Each consultant will deliver the following for the cohort where they are based (Phnom Penh or Siem Reap).
- Deliver three training sessions on think piece writing. The sessions will cover, among other topics, argumentation, evidence gathering, structuring, and editing.
- Deliver two training sessions on project management. These sessions aim to equip Fellows with the essential knowledge and tools to plan, implement, and monitor projects successfully, including project design, planning and budgeting, risk management, and reporting.
- Deliver one training session on communications. This session aims to strengthen Fellows’ confidence and capacity to communicate complex ideas clearly, engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, and enhance their ability to advocate for clean energy solutions across various contexts.
- Lead the editing of up to 25 think pieces to ensure they meet quality standards, are delivered on time, and are ready for publication in an edited volume. Each piece will undergo at least two rounds of editing involving the consultants, Fellows, and EnergyLab’s technical staff. Technical backstopping on clean energy topics will be provided by EnergyLab’s technical staff.
- All training content and supporting materials (including curriculum, lesson plans, presentation slide decks, handouts and exercises) will be provided and are ready for use, requiring only minimal adjustments from the consultant.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in or higher in journalism, development studies, education, communications, or a related field.
Work History:
- At least of experience editing and publishing opinion pieces, policy briefs, think pieces, or analytical articles for print or digital platforms for 5 years
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
- Demonstrated experience delivering training or mentoring on writing, editing, or publication processes, particularly for early- to mid-career professionals or researchers.
- Excellent editing skills, with the ability to provide constructive, developmental feedback through multiple rounds of editing.
- Ability to work collaboratively with technical experts to ensure the accuracy and clarity of content.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Knowledge of project management fundamentals is an asset.
- Knowledge of the clean energy sector is an asset.
Soft Skills
- Supportive of the clean energy transition.
- Enjoys building strategic relationships.
- Transparent, positive, humble, and adaptable.
- Collaborative working style.
