The Equal Opportunities Commission Principal Communications Officer Jobs in Uganda
Job purpose
To develop and monitor implementation of Communication, information dissemination and public relations plans and programs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
To advise the management team on communication issues, strategies and usage of communication platforms.
Guide staff under his/her jurisdiction in planning, preparation and dissemination of
information.
To plan and supervise the implementation of information dissemination programs, public relations and open government sessions.
Coordinates strategies for internal and external communication and information management.
To assess risks, develop and implement crisis communication management strategies.
To assure quality of content for media and public dissemination.
Liaise and network with media, state and non-state stakeholders in publicity and public relations.
Provide technical support and guidance to the Commission on information and communications management.
Review information and communication material.
To supervise and appraise staff under his/her jurisdiction.
Guides coordination of press conferences and media briefings for the Commission.
Prepare and submit work plans, budgets and performance reports for the Unit to relevant authorities;
Any other official duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Job/person specifications
Academic qualifications
An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication or Journalism or Public Relations or any other related qualification.
A Master’s degree in the above related field from a recognized institution is a must.
CIPR qualification.
Work Experience
At least six (6) years relevant working experience three (3) of which should have been at of Senior Communication Officer in Government or equivalent level from a reputable organization.
Required Competences;
Technical;
• Planning, organizing and coordination
• Adherence to quality standards
• Innovativeness
• Analytical skills
• Written and oral communication
Behavioral;
• Teamwork, leadership and Networking
• Ethics and integrity
• Accountability
• Time management
• Good Communication skills
How to Apply
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