Forum for Women in Democracy Senior Communications Officer Jobs in Uganda

Forum for Women in Democracy Senior Communications Officer Jobs in Uganda

Purpose of the Job

Forum for Women in Democracy (FOWODE) is a national women’s rights non-governmental organization based in Kampala.

FOWODE wishes to add to her team a competent, results oriented, proactive and selfdriven individual and is seeking applications to fill the post of Senior Communications Officer.

The Senior Communications Officer position is a very critical role for the organisation.

The role holder is responsible for the organisation’s brand and implementation of FOWODE’s Communication Strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities

Take lead in the implementation of FOWODE’s Communication Strategy.

Oversee the organization’s corporate identity and all media engagements.

Advise management on strategic communication and publication strategies.

Manage the organization’s media engagements including generating stories, case studies, news briefings, articles, among others.

Establish effective networks with relevant organizations on women’s leadership, macroeconomic governance and any other issues of interest to the organisation.

Collect, synthesize, store, document and regularly disseminate information.

Spearhead the organization’s branding to ensure quality and consistency.

Ensure visibility of FOWODE’s work and provide a consistent, high-quality public image of the organization.

Ensure a vibrant, up-to-date website and social media pages.

Support and supervise the Communications staff and build the capacity of FOWODE stakeholders to enhance the effectiveness of the communications function.

Skills and Abilities Experience

• A minimum of 3 years or progressively responsible and relevant experience working in the field of communication/public relations or journalism.

• Experience in collecting, synthesizing, storing, documenting and dissemination of information is a must.

• Experience in branding and working in various media formats, including photo, audio, video, print and web.

• Professional experience managing digital communication and

web-based communication platforms including social media, blogs, or websites.

• Experience in report production, print and electronic publishing. Design and publication skills especially interfacing with in Design, Photoshop, and Illustrator will be an added advantage.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Excellent writer with evidence of writing for a range of audiences, including policy makers, development partners and the general public.

• Expert in advocacy, networking and partnership management.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Strong initiative and the ability to think creatively.

• Ability to work well under pressure, prioritize multiple projects and tasks and meet deadlines.

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

• Photography and/or videography skills.

Professional Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, Social Sciences or any related field.

How to Apply

To Apply Interested candidates should apply via the email below and submit their cover letters, a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic documents and any evidence to demonstrate experience required to: hr@fowode.org and copy in patricia.munabi@fowode.org OR send a hard copy to: The Executive Director Forum for Women in Democracy (FOWODE) P.O. Box 7176 Kampala Applications should be sent not later than 14th July 2023.

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