About the role AOSIS is looking for a commercially aware, relationship‑driven Journals Commissioning and Development Editor to help grow and strengthen our portfolio of scholarly journals. This role suits someone who understands scholarly publishing, enjoys building credibility with academic stakeholders, and can turn market insight into practical journal development actions. You will work across journal growth, editorial board support, community engagement, competitor analysis, and strategic development. You will engage with Editors‑in‑Chief, Editorial Board members, societies, researchers and internal teams to increase submissions, strengthen journal positioning and identify development opportunities across the portfolio. The role combines publishing judgment, stakeholder management, structured analysis and project execution. What you will do Develop and implement journal commissioning and development plans for a portfolio of open access journals Build strong relationships with Editors‑in‑Chief, Editorial Boards, society partners and other academic stakeholders Identify target research groups and emerging subject areas to support journal growth Drive initiatives to increase submissions, visibility and community engagement Conduct competitor and market analysis to identify risks, opportunities and growth areas Support the acquisition or initiation of new journals Represent AOSIS at conferences and other relevant academic events where required Plan and support Editorial Board and Journal Oversight Committee meetings, including preparation of papers, meeting coordination and minute‑taking Manage Editorial Board and committee terms, editorial profiles and editor contract administration Work with internal teams – including indexing, analytics, marketing and publishing operations – to ensure coordinated execution Support journal contract renewals and broader publishing strategy projects Coach or guide junior colleagues where required by business needs Requirements We are looking for someone who can combine publishing knowledge with commercial judgement and disciplined execution. You are likely to be a strong fit if you have: A degree‑level qualification, with a master’s degree advantageous Experience in scholarly publishing, ideally with responsibility for journal development, commissioning or portfolio growth A sound understanding of the peer review process Experience building productive relationships with editors, boards, societies or other external stakeholders Strong written and verbal communication skills Good judgement, analytical ability and commercial awareness The ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines and competing priorities A structured, organised and proactive working style Confidence working across teams in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment Strong Microsoft Office capability, especially Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint Candidates who will thrive Enjoys engaging with academic communities Is credible with senior stakeholders Notices opportunities others miss Can move from analysis to action Is comfortable balancing detail with strategic priorities Takes ownership and follows through Works well across functions without losing momentum Why join AOSIS At AOSIS, you will contribute to the growth and development of open access journals in a business that values quality, partnership and long‑term publishing strength. You will work with experienced colleagues across publishing and support functions and have the opportunity to shape journal development in a meaningful way. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement AOSIS is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of AOSIS and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given but is not limited to candidates from under‑represented designated groups. #J-18808-Ljbffr