Editorial Assistant (Japanese Proficiency)

Journal Migration Specialist

We are seeking experts to assist a top publisher in transitioning their journal workflow management system from an existing legacy system to a homegrown platform. The specialist will analyze the current workflow and develop change management strategies to ensure a seamless transition to the new platform.

Responsibilities :

Analyze and document existing workflow configurations.

Develop and manage a detailed project plan for the migration.

Compare workflows on both platforms and highlight key features for users.

Keep stakeholders updated throughout the transition and follow escalation protocols for any challenges.

Organize workshops and training sessions for the new system.

Provide ongoing support to the editorial team post-migration.

Requirements :

Thorough understanding of editorial workflow systems.

Proven expertise in change management exercises, preferably with journal migration projects

Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Strong relationships in the local publishing sector are preferred.

Understanding of cultural nuances and fluency in the local language are preferred.