Digital Production and Sales Coordinator (Print & Digital)

About the role

The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) is looking for a permanent Digital Production and Sales Coordinator for HSRC Press, its publishing division. The role coordinates the production and sales outputs of print and digital publications to high standards, within budgetary and time frameworks. It is a hybrid position, open to candidates based in either the Cape Town or Pretoria office.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate sales information to and from agents.
• Control finances related to production and sales work within budgetary and policy frameworks.
• Coordinate distribution and dissemination outputs.
• Administer production work for new books and services, including setting up metadata and related digital work to promote and sell new books.
• Coordinate production design work and the relevant production platforms for new books and overall publishing services.

Required profile

• Degree (NQF 7) in print and digital media production or information science, with a specialisation in publishing studies.
• At least 5 years of production knowledge and experience in book publishing and print and digital management.
• Proven track record of working with Onix or similar systems.
• Project management expertise.
• A background in design, or experience with digital products and services or sales, is an added advantage.

Applications require a cover letter, a detailed CV and the contact details of three referees. Applications are submitted online through the HSRC recruitment site, and the closing date is 16 November 2026.