Job Title: Public Relations Officer
Organisation: Dwelling
Places (DP)
Places (DP)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
Reports to: Communication
Strategy and Impact (CSI) Manager
Strategy and Impact (CSI) Manager
About US:
Dwelling Places (DP) is a registered Christian Non Governmental
Organization
Organization
(NGO) which specialises in the rescue, rehabilitation, reconciliation,
resettlement and follow-up of children living on the streets. The overall
objective of DP is to have a society where every child has a chest to rest
their head on and a place to call home.
resettlement and follow-up of children living on the streets. The overall
objective of DP is to have a society where every child has a chest to rest
their head on and a place to call home.
Job Summary: The Public
Relations Officer will use all forms of media and communication to build,
maintain and manage the reputation of Dwelling Places in the community,
non-profit sector, and with the government, in order to gain understanding and
support; to manage and supervise the Public Relations Dept.
Relations Officer will use all forms of media and communication to build,
maintain and manage the reputation of Dwelling Places in the community,
non-profit sector, and with the government, in order to gain understanding and
support; to manage and supervise the Public Relations Dept.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Research and analyze organization or
campaign strategy by coordinating surveys, researching recent reports and
articles, or constituency research - Represent DP and speak in public at
presentations, press conferences, radio and TV interviews, and meetings - Initiate and plan PR campaigns: defining
goals; analyzing problems and opportunities; liaising with management and
partners - Writing and editing press releases,
in-house newsletters, speeches, articles and annual reports - Strategize and implement ways to maintain
DP’s identity, name and reputation - Render support in preparing and
supervising the production of publicity brochures, handouts, direct mail
leaflets, promotional videos, photographs, films and multimedia programs - Answer enquiries from individuals,
journalists and other organizations - Build and maintain good working relations
with the media, including local and national newspapers, magazines, radio
and television - Organize special events such as press
conferences, tours, and sponsorship events and the Journey of Hope (JOH) - Advance community relations through events
such as open days and through involvement in community initiatives - Oversee all photography, videography and
web designing needs of the organisation - Manage and supervise staff in Public
Relations Department - Conduct department meetings
- Maintain lines of communication with upper
level managers and board of directors - Keep track of department performance and
implement new strategies if necessary - Prepare and submit monthly written reports
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The applicant for the Dwelling Places (DP)
Public Relations Officer job placement should preferably hold a University
degree or diploma in Public Relations, Journalism and communication or
related field. - At least three years of prior work
experience. - Significant experience in public speaking.
- Self motivated and a possesses a high
level of maturity - Should be self directed and able to follow
tasks through - Fundraising and proposal writing
experience is required - Previous working experience in the NGO
setting is an added advantage - Excellent written and oral communication
skills - Ability to persuasively communicate to
media in a high standard - Ability to analyze and research.
- Good problem-solving skills
- Strategic thinker with the ability to
implement new programs or changes - Excellent interpersonal skills, with the
ability to develop and maintain relationships - Proficient computer skills, including
Microsoft Office - Proficiency in photography, videography
and web designing. - High sense of maturity and self direction.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send
the following;
the following;
- A handwritten application letter with and
updated CV with academic qualifications - A church recommendation letter (Should be
God fearing) - LC 1 letter
- Two passport photos
Deliver your applications to: Dwelling places head office – Off
Nalukolongo Masaka road near Mutundwe police station or email to:
[email protected] or call 0312-513701
Nalukolongo Masaka road near Mutundwe police station or email to:
[email protected] or call 0312-513701
Deadline: 31st July 2017
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