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Job Title: Communications Officer
Employer: War Child Canada
Location: Kampala, Uganda
War Child Canada is recruiting Communications Officer
Duties:
Work in liaison with the Country Director, Head of Programs and Communication Manager at WCC Headquarters in the development and implementation of country level communications strategy and protocols.
Steer the implementation of War Child Canada’s Uganda’s communication work and ensure that it is fully understood by the country team.
Ensure that all trainings, workshops and public education activities are adapted in accordance to the Uganda context, and all WCC communication and brand guidelines are followed at each level.
Build and maintain good contacts and relationships with key electronic and print media outlets (radio, TV, press) and communicate WCC work, success stories and events, and raise the profile of the organization.
Support the Country Director in all activities related to media engagement including interviews.
Work in close consultation with the Country Director, be responsible to organize and accompany all media visits to WCC project locations, including photography and filming of projects.
Ensure that War Child Canada’s branding guidelines are followed when it comes to communication with media and use of media.
Education:
The ideal candidate for the War Child Canada Communications Officer job placement should hold a University degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Studies or related field.
At least three years of progressively responsible and relevant experience working in the field of communication or public relations.
Significant exposure and experience of working in various media formats, including photo, audio, video, print and web.
Proven experience in managing digital communication and social media.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should submit hard copies of their curriculum vitae and an accompanying cover letter in a sealed envelope to:
Human Resources Manager,
War Child Canada (WCC),
Block 244, Plot 1006, Muyenga. Kampala. Uganda
NB: Please ensure your application envelop has the subject heading of “Application for Communication Officer, WCC Uganda”
Deadline: 5th May 2017
