Job Vacancy: Administrative Officer (Public
Relations)
Relations)
Oranisation: Uganda
Technology and Management University (UTAMU)
Technology and Management University (UTAMU)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
Salary Scale: UT7 and annual
salary range is UGX 12 million to UGX 24 million.
salary range is UGX 12 million to UGX 24 million.
About UTAMU:
Uganda Technology and Management University (UTAMU) was licenced by
National Council for Higher Education (Licence Number: UIPL022) on March 11,
2013 to operate as a Private University in Uganda. UTAMU was established with a
purpose of making a difference in the training of Technology & Management
Professionals within the region. UTAMU is here to offer experiential and
outstanding learning and teaching for the 21st Century student. UTAMU is
committed to achieving this through an enriched learning experience that blends
a variety of teaching and learning methods. Our teaching and learning process
follows a blended model where face-to-face interactions are combined with
online teaching and learning activities to deliver a learning experience that
enables students develop highly sought after skills such as problem solving,
collaboration, critical thinking and continuous learning.
National Council for Higher Education (Licence Number: UIPL022) on March 11,
2013 to operate as a Private University in Uganda. UTAMU was established with a
purpose of making a difference in the training of Technology & Management
Professionals within the region. UTAMU is here to offer experiential and
outstanding learning and teaching for the 21st Century student. UTAMU is
committed to achieving this through an enriched learning experience that blends
a variety of teaching and learning methods. Our teaching and learning process
follows a blended model where face-to-face interactions are combined with
online teaching and learning activities to deliver a learning experience that
enables students develop highly sought after skills such as problem solving,
collaboration, critical thinking and continuous learning.
Job Summary: The
Administrative Officer (Public Relations) will be tasked with managing the University’s
image through media and strategic communication and influencing opinion of
stakeholders.
Administrative Officer (Public Relations) will be tasked with managing the University’s
image through media and strategic communication and influencing opinion of
stakeholders.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Planning, developing and implementing PR
strategies; - Working with management and staff, media
and key stakeholders of the University in packaging and communicating
university activities ;Researching, writing and distributing press
releases - Collating and Analyzing media coverage;
- Writing and editing in-house magazines,
case studies, speeches, articles and annual reports; - Preparing and supervising the production
of publicity materials e.g. brochures, flyers, direct mail leaflets,
Promotional videos, photographs, films and multimedia programmes; - Nurturing University collaborations
through writing research and collaboration briefs - Devising and Coordinating photo
opportunities; - Organising events including press
conferences, exhibitions, open days and press tours; - Maintaining and updating information on
the UTAMU website; - Sourcing and managing speaking and
sponsorship opportunities; - Commissioning market research;
- Fostering community relations through
events such as open days and through staff/student involvement in
community initiatives; - Managing the PR aspect of a potential
crisis situation or reputation risk
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The candidate should possess a bachelor’s
degree in Mass Communication or Journalism from a recognized institution
of higher learning and a minimum of three years of Public relations /
Media experience. - Personal
Competences: Good team player, eloquent, quick learner, and a
passionate communicator. Project management skills, writing skills, people
skills, negotiations, listening and good planning are essential.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified persons who wish to enjoy a rewarding career at
UTAMU can send a completed application to: The Director, Finance &
Administration, Uganda Technology and Management University, P.O Box 73307,
Kampala, Uganda.
UTAMU can send a completed application to: The Director, Finance &
Administration, Uganda Technology and Management University, P.O Box 73307,
Kampala, Uganda.
All applications should be accompanied by a CV, 3 names of the
referees, and certified copies of academic documents and sent to: Twed Towers
(above Yusuf Lule road, opposite Fairway hotel), Plot 10, Kafu Road, Kampala,
on Ground Floor, Reception or by email to: [email protected]
referees, and certified copies of academic documents and sent to: Twed Towers
(above Yusuf Lule road, opposite Fairway hotel), Plot 10, Kafu Road, Kampala,
on Ground Floor, Reception or by email to: [email protected]
The Staff Appointments and Promotions Policy and other relevant
policies are available at: utamu.ac.ug/aboutus/policies
policies are available at: utamu.ac.ug/aboutus/policies
For more information please contact: [email protected] or call 0782419042 /
0701871684 / 0790912299.
0701871684 / 0790912299.
Deadline: 10th
August, 2013
August, 2013
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