Global Green Growth Institute Communications and Media Development Officer Jobs in Uganda
Global Green Growth Institute Communications and Media Development Officer Jobs in Uganda
The Communications and Media Development Officer will be the expert on developing a communications strategy and seeing its implementation through the widest possible range of media development. Marketing the Green Development Agenda will be the underlying theme. The Officer will contribute to the greening of both the urbanization and industrialization message, as well as other programmes within the GGGI Uganda portfolio. The urbanization and industrialization program is presented in Annex 1. In addition, there will be a specific requirement to respond to the EU’s Communication and Visibility Plan for the UG15 project.
Purpose
Lead the ambition for the development of a communications strategy, ultimately for the entire GGGI Uganda portfolio and potentially for project partners.
Develop the widest possible range of media platforms to impart and allow the exchange of views on how the Greening Agenda can be accessed and made more tangible.
Work closely with all program managers and their team members to both understand and develop the various messages they want to convey.
Contribute to the implementation of project outcomes where communication is an important element.
Support Donor, Government, and GGGI reporting for the assigned output(s)/outcome(s) – where the journalistic dimension becomes an advantage.
Day-to-day management of any external parties engaged to help in communications, including for such things as training or general development workshops, in consultation with the Project Lead.
Support the identification and development of spin-off opportunities concerning the GGGI development message to a wider audience.
Engagement
Engage and participate in the day-to-day communication with potential private sector media organizations as well as Official Ugandan counterparts, as considered applicable.
Support and participate in communication with the EU and other development partners to ensure alignment and complementarity, and identify opportunities for additional Communication and Visibility, when possible.
Coordinate when applicable with GGGI experts and other departments (legal, HR, Procurement etc) to ensure high quality delivery and delivery within the rules and regulations of GGGI and the EU.
Delivery
Support the successful completion of the project deliverables detailed in the Project Agreement and summarized in Annex A.
Develop a portfolio of active and potential media outlets in the light of the greening agenda, down to ‘broadcasting and related media initiatives’.
Identify project communication issues and help in the effective coordination of project activities and resources to ensure attainment of objectives against established timeframes.
Develop media and communication material to support any project to be funded, with brochures, media flyers and so on.
Poverty Reduction and Social Inclusion are key for the GGGI portfolio in Uganda and therefore, they need to be mainstreamed and/or applied in all deliveries and outputs – communication is a
key to increased knowledge and subsequent action.
Requirements
Qualifications
Master’s Degree or equivalent in Journalism, (strategic) communication or other related field with media communications as a supporting major.
More than 8 years of relevant journalism and or related media working experience within the theme of green investment at middle technical level, including participatory planning, with reporting (in English).
A Bachelor’s degree in these relevant fields with 10+ years of relevant experience is also acceptable.
Proven experience or at least significant exposure in the development sector.
Proven experience in media development platforms, information layouts, design skills and related matters.
Proven strong network within Uganda within the required themes, proven experience with working with Ugandan Government, especially concerning their involvement with the media.
Exceptional skills in building productive working relationships with colleagues, field offices, stakeholders, donors and other partners.
Experience and strong public speaking skills is an advantage.
Experience in designing and supporting participatory workshops will be an advantage.
Proven experience in direct journalism in Uganda will be an advantage.
Good understanding of the Ugandan media environment with specific knowledge of the broadcasting sector.
Excellent English oral and written communication skills (a written assignment might be part of the selection process).
Functional
Highly proficient in use of social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, other)
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Experience in the use of Microsoft 365 application, particularly SharePoint
Experience in the use of Content Management Systems such as WordPress
Experience with Adobe Suite applications such as Photoshop and Illustrator is an asset
Corporate
Demonstrate GGGI´s values such as excellence, integrity, boldness and inclusiveness
Strategic thinker and solutions-oriented person with good ability to multitask and work in a matrix environment.
Understand and actively supports GGGI’s mission, vision and values.
Promote an organizational culture of trust, transparency, respect and partnership.
Excels at problem solving, ask questions and seeks support when needed, shares easily information and knowledge with others both internally as externally.
Manage emotions and stress positively, builds rapport and resolves conflict easily.
Strong ability to work independently and/or remotely, while maintaining productivity.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Global Green Growth Institute Communications and Media Development Officer Jobs in Uganda
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