Job Title: Communications Officer
Organisation: Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI)
Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda
Reports to: Target Malaria Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator
About US:
Uganda
Virus Research Institute (UVRI) is one of the constituent research institutions
under the Uganda National Health Research Organization (UNHRO). UVRI has a
broad mission to carry out scientific investigations on communicable diseases
of public health importance and to advise government on strategies for their
control and prevention. UVRI is a collaborating partner in the Target Malaria
consortium. Target Malaria is a not-for-profit research consortium that wants
to contribute to saving millions of lives from malaria. This project started a
decade ago with a funding from the Grand Challenges in Global Health initiative
and is now funded through a program of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Virus Research Institute (UVRI) is one of the constituent research institutions
under the Uganda National Health Research Organization (UNHRO). UVRI has a
broad mission to carry out scientific investigations on communicable diseases
of public health importance and to advise government on strategies for their
control and prevention. UVRI is a collaborating partner in the Target Malaria
consortium. Target Malaria is a not-for-profit research consortium that wants
to contribute to saving millions of lives from malaria. This project started a
decade ago with a funding from the Grand Challenges in Global Health initiative
and is now funded through a program of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Communication Advice:
- Coordinate the implementation of the
communication plan with Target Malaria project teams in Uganda; - Guide the project team on the strategy of
engagement and communication with stakeholders; - Provide communication options for the
different phases of the project depending on the overall strategy and
resources available;
Internal Communication
Tools:
Tools:
- Collect and archive project documentation to
promote the project results and impacts; o Document the project
implementation process; - Provide information for the regular updating
of the project website; - Assist the team during communication crises;
- Support stakeholders’ engagement teams in the
preparation of briefings for meetings;
External Communication
Tools:
Tools:
- Position the Target Malaria project to
stakeholders with the necessary tools such as printed, audio-visual and
other relevant materials; - Carry out communications products and
materials or coordinate their realization with subcontractors; - Actively promote communication by helping the
development of appropriate methods of social, cultural, and scientific
dialog - Work in close coordination with the other
consortium members to write press releases; - Develop and manage the budget for
communications operations following the project guidelines; - Support the local team in the organization of
exhibitions, information dissemination activities and other public
relations events, based on the strategy developed; - Actively promote existing communication tools
(e.g. website, etc.);
Management of social
media and networks:
media and networks:
- Build and manage the relationship with the
national and local press in coordination with the global communication
manager of Target Malaria; - Identify and maintain a working relationship
with various media at national and local level; - Actively participate in the design of the
media strategy in Uganda and implement it;
Capacity Building:
- Work in liaison with the communications team
of Target Malaria based in London, organize training and other activities
necessary to improve the capacity of the Uganda team communication; - Support teams during preparations for outdoor
events or interviews with the press; - Work closely with the global communications
team of Target Malaria, coordinate training for media partners;
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant should hold a Degree-level education
- At least three years of professional
experience in the field of communication. - Previous experience and knowledge of radio,
video, print and web production - Prior experience with traditional and social
media, preparing press releases, and organizing media campaigns; - Previous exposure and experience in managing
external suppliers, consultants and creative process (in collaboration
with designers, photographers, etc), - Previous experience in capacity building is
an asset - Experience in communication for the
development - Ability to work collaboratively and
productively with colleagues, external consultants, and multiple
stakeholders within complex management matrices in different geographical
locations; - High level of interpersonal and influencing
skills; - Excellent writing and presentation skills;
- Highly proficient in major computer software;
including ability to prepare PowerPoint presentations; - Excellent written and oral communications
skills, with the ability to produce effective communications for variety
of audiences; - Proven ability to prioritize multiple work streams
and meet tight deadlines; - Flexible approach to deliver work plans and
revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements; - Proficiency in written and oral English,
written and spoken French is an added advantage;
How to Apply:
All
suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications with
the following: an updated C.V., detailed, with names and contacts (e-mail and
phone) of two work-related referees, and certified true by the candidate: with
copies of academic certificates, and transcripts. The interested candidates
should submit their applications in a sealed envelope marked: “Communication
Officer” to:
suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications with
the following: an updated C.V., detailed, with names and contacts (e-mail and
phone) of two work-related referees, and certified true by the candidate: with
copies of academic certificates, and transcripts. The interested candidates
should submit their applications in a sealed envelope marked: “Communication
Officer” to:
The
Director,
Director,
Uganda
Virus Research Institute,
Virus Research Institute,
P.O.
Box 49, Entebbe. Uganda
Box 49, Entebbe. Uganda
Email to: directoruvri®uvri.or.ug (make sure to put Target
Malaria in the subject tine)
Malaria in the subject tine)
OR
Hand-deliver to his office at Plot 51-59, Nakiwogo Road, Entebbe.
Hand-deliver to his office at Plot 51-59, Nakiwogo Road, Entebbe.
Deadline: 22nd August, 2016 by 5:00PM
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