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• Work in liaison with the Country Director, Head
  of Programs and Communication
  Manager at WCC Headquarters in the development and implementation of
  country level communications strategy and protocols.
• Steer the implementation of War Child Canada’s Uganda’s communication work and
  ensure that it is fully understood by the country team.
• Ensure that all trainings, workshops and public
  education activities are adapted
  in accordance to the Uganda context, and all WCC communication and brand
  guidelines are followed at each level.
• Work with and support project teams in
  developing and implementing
  context-appropriate Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials
  and community outreach communication packages, including radio spot
  packages and panel discussion programs.
• Build and maintain internal communication
  activities to keep staff informed of organizational vision, mission, values, and program achievements.
• Work in close consultation with the Country
  Director and Head of
  Programs, lead on the timely and appropriate production and dissemination
  of success stories of projects, operations and events through
  publications, internal/external newsletters, media, WCC website, and
  social media.
• Lead and coordinate all activities related to the photography
  and production of documentaries of WCC Uganda projects.
• Work in liaison with the program teams and
  provide technical support in program design and development process, with particular focus on
  communication and visibility.
• Conduct regular field visits to WCC project
  sites in order to gather information,
  data, and documentation of best practices and success stories.
• Support the field program staff in writing and
  producing high quality success stories and other communication materials.
• Assist the country team and ensue that they
  fully understand and adhere to War Child Canada’s branding guidelines and compliance to
  communication strategy, policy and protocol.
• Represent WCC Uganda in external communication forums, working groups and
  networks.

• Build and maintain contacts and relationships
  with key electronic and print media outlets (radio, TV, press) and communicate WCC work, success stories
  and events, and raise the profile of the organization.
• Support the Country Director in all activities
  related to media engagement including
  interviews.
• Work in close consultation with the Country
  Director, be responsible to organize and accompany all media visits to WCC project locations, including
  photography and filming of projects.
• Ensure that War Child Canada’s branding
  guidelines are followed when it comes to communication with media and use of media.

• Ensure all policy documents, communication policy, tools and templates are rolled
  out and staff and partners clearly understand these.
• Prepare and submit regular communication
  related updates as well as monthly,
  quarterly and annual reports to the Country Director.
• Work closely with the Head of Programs and field program teams to
  collect, document and disseminate success stories, high resolution photos
  or any other communication material required as per HQ for internal and
  external dissemination.
• Take lead in producing internal WCC Uganda
  monthly updates and
  quarterly newsletters.
• Liaise with WCC Communication Manager at HQ as
  well as Communication Officers
  in other WCC operation countries, to share best practices and learning.

• The
  applicant for the War Child Canada Communication Officer job placement
  must hold a University degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relation,
  Media Studies or related
  field.
• At least three years of progressively responsible
  and relevant experience working
  in the field of communication or public relations.
• Previous experience of working in various media formats, including
  photo, audio, video, print and web.
• Proven experience in managing digital
  communication and social media.
• Demonstrable skill in computer systems
  including interactive digital media.
• Excellent written and spoken English language, including strong writing
  skills and ability to adapt style and key messages for different
  audiences.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal,
  diplomacy and presentation skills.
• Strong strategic, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with
  the ability to problem solve and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
  in a fast-paced team environment,
  while simultaneously managing multiple tasks.
• Flexibility and ability to work under pressure
  and meeting of deadlines
• Willingness and ability to travel outside
  Kampala, often at short notice and for an extended period of time.

• Affinity with War Child Canada’s mandate.
• Politically and culturally sensitive with
  qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy.
• Creative, energetic, adaptable and flexible.
• Stress-resilient to be able to cope with deadlines
  and complex problems.

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