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• The
  incumbent will develop and implement the Windle Trust communications and
  advocacy strategy:
• The
  jobholder will advocate with government officials, multilateral and
  bilateral donors, civil society and private sector to use research
  evidence to inform programs and policies.
• Take
  lead of efforts to draft press release, organize press conferences and
  manage dissemination events.
• Work
  closely with the media house to broadcast, publish and disseminate
  research findings.
• Design
  and implement the Windle Trust publications strategy and plan:
• Maintain
  media and press contacts and serve as public information focal
  point:
• Identify
  and develop storylines for publications and substantive articles for local
  media, contribute to debates on key development issues;
• The
  incumbent will also coordinate and manage all Windle Trust
  publication activities, including content management,
• Prepare
  content for the web sites and social media and work with the Information
  Technology Specialist to regularly update content on the website
• Develop
  and maintain regular media contacts and provide newsworthy information to
  the public;
• Mobilize
  the multi-media house to effectively disseminate research findings through
  print and electronic media.
• Provide
  input into the Windle Trust quarterly and annual progress reports 

• The
  ideal candidate for the Windle Trust Uganda Communication and
  Advocacy Officer job vacancy must possess a good Bachelor’s degree in communications, media relations, journalism,
  public relations, business development, international development, or
  other related humanities or social sciences degrees.
• Additional
  training in media relations, photography or creative writing is an asset
• A minimum of three years’ relevant experience in public relations, communications,
  advocacy, campaign;
• Previous
  working experience with child-centered organizations is an added advantage
• Extensive
  knowledge and experience working to promote Refugee’s rights.
• Computer
  skills in office software packages including power point, publisher, Adobe
  CS, or other publication design software, good knowledge and experience
  in web-based management systems, including social media platforms;
• Previous
  exposure and experience in public speaking and/or event management is an
  asset.
• Ability
  to develop and manage media campaigns;
• Excellent
  communication skills (oral and written);
• Proven
  advocacy skills, and ability to generate interest in research uptake;
• Strong
  multi-tasking skills;
• Good
  networking skills with various stakeholders including government, donors,
  media house, CSO and including senior management;
• Ability
  to build and maintain productive relationships with partners;
• Proven
  ability to meet tight deadlines.

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