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• To identify
  and plan for the research, advocacy and information needs for the
  organization.
• To undertake
  research and mobilize and analyze appropriate information for enhancing
  the awareness and advocacy role for the organization.
• To regularly
  disseminate relevant information through the media, the ANPPCAN resource
  centre and other relevant for a so as to enhance respect and promotion of
  children’s rights.
• To maintain
  effective links with and build the capacity of the media in ensuring
  effective coverage and advocacy for the rights of children.
• To initiate
  and engage with legislative and policy processes and spearhead /
  effectively participate in alliances that are necessary for engendering
  appropriate laws and policies for the protection of the rights of children
  in Uganda.
• Ensure
  efficient, effective and timely implementation of research information and
  advocacy activities as per the work-plans.
• Work with the
  head of programs to respond and address donor requirements of projects of
  the department
• Ensure the
  visibility of ANPPCAN and her work at all levels.
• To participate
  in the mobilization of resources for the programmes of the organization
  through the development of relevant proposals and undertaking any other
  relevant resource mobilization activities.
• Discharge
  management functions as may be delegated

• Minimum of a
  Degree in Political Science, Sociology, Mass Communication, Social
  Development and/or a relevant subject from a recognized institution. Post
  graduate qualifications in finance management, human rights, project
  planning and management an added advantage.
• At least 4
  years experience working in the area of research, advocacy, communications
  and public relations of which 2 years are in a management/supervisory
  role.
• Experience in
  the conception, design and management of advocacy strategies and
  initiatives
• Previous
  experience of working in a media house.
• Excellent
  proven interpersonal and communication skills and strong research,
  information management and networking skills.
• Excellent
  analytical, evaluation and report writing skills.
• Solid
  experience with various classic and modern communication channels from
  print over electronic to social media.
• Hands on
  experience in proposal writing, budgeting and budget management.
• Good
  interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic
  environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Ability to
  work as part of team and provide leadership, supervision and support to
  colleagues.
• A high level
  of computer proficiency

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