WWF Communication Officer Jobs in Kampala Uganda
WWF Communication Officer Jobs in Kampala Uganda
The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is an International Non-Governmental Organization that deals with conservation of nature.
Our mission is to stop the degradation of the planet's natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature.
We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and highly qualified Communications Officer to review, develop and monitor communication, partnerships and external relations strategies, policies, procedures and guidelines in line with the WWF-UCO strategic objectives.
Location:
Kasese, Uganda
Main Responsibilities:
Develop and monitor the implementation of project communication, partnerships and External relations strategies for guiding all related interventions for the organization in line with the WWF-UCO communication and project objectives strategy;
Prepare annual work plans and budgets for communication, partnerships and external relations initiatives in line with the WWF-UCO communication and the Project Objectives;
Develop, design and disseminate information and communication materials for communication, partnerships and external relations guiding all project and organizational interventions in line with WWF standards;
Create strong alliances and networks, support effective partnerships with international, national, local public and private stakeholders in line with WWF-UCO communication and Project Objectives;
Prepare management reports and share experiences, information, lessons learnt to key stakeholders in line with WWF guidelines and network standards;
Promote the visibility of WWF -UCO programs and interventions with relevant audiences/media platforms, represent the organization at international, national and local levels in line with WWF-UCO and Project Objectives
Strengthen the UCO Communications platforms through weekly, monthly and quarterly productions of Newsletters ,Website maintenance and management and social media management.
Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree (honors) in Mass Communication (Public Relations/Media Communication) or other related field;
A post graduate qualification in any of the above fields is an added advantage;
A minimum of 3 years work experience in Information, Communication and Educational Programmes targeting environmental or sustainable development issues;
Experience working on communications with a busy NGO would be
an added advantage.
Required Skills and Competencies
Excellent interpersonal skills;
Flexibility and adaptability to rapid environmental changes;
Track record of breaking down silos between business and support functions and working across an entire organization;
Flexibility and change orientation with ability to balance competing priorities;
Understanding of the wider strategic context, both internally and externally;
Able to demonstrate a range of communication and influencing styles to suit a wide range of stakeholders;
Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage a number of conflicting and frequently changing priorities;
Communication skills — interpersonal, presentation and written;
Self-confident and well rounded, with the capacity to understand multiple perspectives and cultural diversity and deal with those differences diplomatically;
Energetic, enthusiastic and likable;
Adherence to WWF's values, which are: Optimistic, Engaging, Determined and Knowledgeable.
How to apply
Interested candidates should access a detailed Job Description from:panda.org/uganda.
Applications must include cover letter and CV with contact details of three referees and should be addressed to The Human Resources Manager through recruitment@wwfuganda.org clearly indicating the job title in the subject line.
Deadline for applications is 15th February 2019.
Thank you in advance for your interest in this position.
Please note that only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted for follow up.
If you have not been contacted six (6) weeks after closing, consider your application unsuccessful.
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
For more information and job application details, see; WWF Communication Officer Jobs in Kampala Uganda
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