Job Title: Communications Assistant
Organisation: Food and
Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
Reports to: FAO
Representative
Representative
Vacancy Announcement Number:
FRUGA/01/SPGS3/17
FRUGA/01/SPGS3/17
About US:
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has a
global mandate to improve nutrition, increase agricultural productivity, raise
the standard of living in rural populations and contribute to global economic’
growth. Achieving food security for all is at the heart of FAO’s efforts – to
make sure people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead
active, healthy lives.
global mandate to improve nutrition, increase agricultural productivity, raise
the standard of living in rural populations and contribute to global economic’
growth. Achieving food security for all is at the heart of FAO’s efforts – to
make sure people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead
active, healthy lives.
About SPGS III Project:
The Sawlog Production Grant Scheme Phase III is a joint initiative
between the Government of Uganda and the European Union whose primary objective
is to encourage private sector investment in commercial timber plantations
through provision of grants and technical support. It aims at increasing the
incomes of the rural population through commercial tree planting by small,
medium and large scale planters and local communities, while at the same time
helping to mitigate climate change effects through intensive afforestation.
between the Government of Uganda and the European Union whose primary objective
is to encourage private sector investment in commercial timber plantations
through provision of grants and technical support. It aims at increasing the
incomes of the rural population through commercial tree planting by small,
medium and large scale planters and local communities, while at the same time
helping to mitigate climate change effects through intensive afforestation.
Job Summary: The
Communications Assistant will actively contribute to the development and
strengthening of internal and external communication, web publishing and media
relation activities for the SPGS project.
Communications Assistant will actively contribute to the development and
strengthening of internal and external communication, web publishing and media
relation activities for the SPGS project.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Support to develop and implement a
communication strategy for the SPGS III Project, in line with the contents
of the project agreement/guidelines; - Build and maintain close working relations
with media representatives including print and broadcast media; - Prepare programmatic communication and
advocacy materials, including brochures, fact sheets, information
bulletins, posters, leaflets and presentations, in collaboration with the
programme personnel, consultants and counterparts; - In addition to increasing visibility of
the project, promote a corporate image of FAO as an open / accessible, multidisciplinary
institution with rapid response and action. This includes support of
Officials and Representative in the preparation of presentations,
interviews, programmes and FAO documents especially as they relate to the
SPGS project. - The incumbent will also design, develop
and disseminate information of general interest , with the objective to
educate the public regarding the results of the project and activities
being undertaken by FAO/SPGS III in Uganda - Steer and promote communication processes
for the benefit of Commercial; large, small and medium scale forestry
farmers, rural residents and communities, using a variety of approaches,
platforms and products. - Support public communication activities of
the Representation; prepare talking points, speeches, photo coverage, send
press releases through press contacts, and manage interviews in relation
to the SPGS III project. - Support the strengthening of FAO media
relations and public visibility, as well as FAO relations with other
development partners, donors and government especially those engaged in
the forestry industry. - Share best practices and results with Sub
Regional Office for Eastern Africa (SFE) Communication desk to support the
visibility efforts on the sub region. - Document and disseminate project success
stories through various FAO communication channels contribute to the FAO
website, social media and information system to ensure that FAO Uganda
activities under the SPGS project are regularly reflected. - Coordinate, contribute to and edit contributions
of colleagues to the SPGS Newsletter, publish and disseminate the
newsletter - Actively participate in virtual meetings
(online) and/or trainings scheduled and conducted by the Regional Office
that support communication in the organization. - Ensure visibility in line with EU
visibility and communication guidelines - Support the Communications officer as and
when requested. - And perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the Food and
Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Communications
Assistant career opportunity should hold a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably
in Journalism, Mass communication, Social works, or other communication
disciplines - Hands-on experience in managing
communication activities in a big international organisation is preferred. - Knowledge of computer design software
programmes is desired; - Previous exposure and experience in
producing newsletter, magazines, news articles and other publications in
an organization environment is desired
NB: Please note that all
candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All
and Integrity and Transparency.
candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All
and Integrity and Transparency.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested Ugandan nationals should submit
their applications together with detailed curriculum vitae (CV) and copies of
certificates in a sealed envelope, and a completed FAO Personal Profile Form
that can be accessed online, Click Here
(Please logon or create online profile) , quoting Vacancy Announcement no.
addressed to:
their applications together with detailed curriculum vitae (CV) and copies of
certificates in a sealed envelope, and a completed FAO Personal Profile Form
that can be accessed online, Click Here
(Please logon or create online profile) , quoting Vacancy Announcement no.
addressed to:
The Country Representative,
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in
Uganda.
Uganda.
NB: The envelopes should
be registered at reception and placed in the box at reception of the FAO
offices at Plot 88 Buganda Road, Wandegeya, Kampala.
be registered at reception and placed in the box at reception of the FAO
offices at Plot 88 Buganda Road, Wandegeya, Kampala.
Deadline: 24th February 2017
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