Head Communication Employment Opportunity at African Field Epidemiology Network

Job Title:   Head Communication
Employer: African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)
Location:  Kampala, Uganda

Duties:  
Drive organizational strategy and message development, pitch and announcement strategies.
Develop branding initiatives, internal communications and external media relations.
Determine communications strategy and execute programs to deliver communications objectives throughout the organization.
Develop, implement, and evaluate the annual communications plan across the network;
The incumbent will manage the organizations’ brand and reputation;
Manage the development, distribution, and maintenance of all print and electronic collateral including, but not limited to, newsletters, brochures, and website;
Create and launch press releases and marketing campaigns;
The jobholder will design and drive corporate strategy and message development;
Manage internal communications and external media relations;
Formulate communication strategies for delivery of corporate culture and business strategy;
Mentor and train AFENET staff in effective communication with the public or with employees;
Direct activities of external agencies, establishments, and departments that develop and implement communication strategies and information programs;
Prepare the organizations’ top management, representatives for media Interviews; and
Create rich and creative content across the AFENET communication channels

Education:
The ideal candidate for the AFENET Head Communication employment opportunity must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, International Relations , Public Relations or related area;
Possession of a Master’s degree in Mass Communication , International Relations , Public Relations, or related area is desired advantage;
Membership of a professional body.

Experience
A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in Corporate Communications, four of which in a managerial position in a similar corporate environment.
Excellent track record of Public and International relations skills


How to Apply:
All interested candidates are encouraged to send their Application Letters detailing their experiences and skills, Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant academic documents and 3 references to: The Human Resource Office, African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) via Email to: sec@afenet.net

Deadline: 12th May 2017 by 5:30 pm (East African Time).