CONTRACT POSTION: Technical Editor / Writer

Contract Position: Technical Editor / Writer

Verra is looking for a contractor to provide technical editing support during the development of methodologies and other technical documents in the VCS Program, with work on technical documents in other Verra programs as required.
Scope of Work

The successful applicant will be responsible for tasks such as:
Accurate technical and copy editing of documents, with tracked changes and comments
Ensuring internal consistency across edited documents within a program both in terms of technical concepts and consistent writing voice
Revising text to conform to general Verra style, including proper use of US English
Facilitating user-friendly comprehension of technical concepts presented in edited documents
Where relevant, providing suggestions to further improve documents
Collaboration with Verra

You will work with experts across the program development and innovation team to assist in ensuring that methodologies, program documents, and other technical documents are accurate, concise, and user-friendly.
Qualifications and Experience

Technical content and language editing experience
Excellent written and verbal communication, with experience communicating technical information to a wide range of stakeholders
Strong science background
Technical expertise in an area related to Verra programs
Excellent eye for detail
Degree in relevant field; advanced degree advantageous
Native English proficiency
Engagement Environment

This engagement is expected to be performed remotely and will require regular computer-based work, virtual meetings, reliable internet access, and the ability to communicate effectively with Verra stakeholders during agreed working hours.
About Verra

Verra is a global leader helping to tackle some of the world's most intractable environmental and social challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit organization, Verra works to support high-integrity standards and programs that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve livelihoods, and protect natural resources across the private and public sectors.
Engagement Terms

We value the expertise that contractors and consultants bring to Verra's work. This opportunity is structured as an independent contractor engagement and does not create an employment relationship with Verra.
The engagement duration, hours, deliverables, and payment structure will be discussed and confirmed based on the agreed scope of work.
Because this is a contractor engagement, it is not eligible for employee benefits, paid leave, retirement contributions, or other benefits associated with employment.
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the contractor will be responsible for their own taxes, insurance, equipment, workspace, internet access, and other business expenses.
How to Express Interest

If this engagement aligns with your expertise and availability, we would welcome hearing from you. Please submit your resume or professional profile, a brief statement describing your relevant experience, your availability, and your proposed hourly rate or project fee.
Verra provides equal opportunity in its selection and engagement processes and is committed to conducting contractor and consultant engagements without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Verra will provide reasonable accommodation, as applicable, to support individuals with disabilities in participating in the contractor selection process. Please contact humanresources@verra.org to request accommodation.