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• Working
  with relevant University divisions, Faculties, Departments, Regional
  Colleges and Campuses to implement the University’s Communications and
  Marketing strategy.
• Ensure
  that all communication and promotional activities reflect the Uganda
  Christian University brand, and associated vision, mission and core
  values.
• Work
  closely with senior management and Manager, Communications and Marketing
  in responding to any crisis, and be part of the crisis management team.
• Design
  messages to communicate a positive and consistent image of the University,
  both internally and externally.
• Manage
  UCU information platforms such as corporate emails and social media
  accounts.
• Assist
  in managing media relations and media coverage.
• Coordinate
  the development of promotional materials (including on-line and visual
  materials and advertising) and internal and external communications in all
  media.
• Oversee
  gathering, processing of information for timely update of University
  online media platforms such as website, blog, face book and twitter.
• Assist
  in developing and maintaining key relationships with individuals, external
  groups, partner organizations, influencers, local communities and other
  stakeholders.
• Review
  and edit all University publications for accuracy, correctness, style and
  conformity to University branding guidelines.
• Provide
  strategic direction for the planning, management and execution of major
  university events.
• Prepare
  media briefs, press releases and monthly media monitoring reports,
  activity reports for the department.
• Perform
  any other official duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

• The
  ideal candidate for the Communications Officer job must hold a Bachelor’s
  degree in Communications or Journalism from a recognized institution of
  higher learning.
• At
  least three years of related experience in corporate communication and
  public relations in a reputable organization.
• Proficient
  in written and spoken English.
• Ability
  to implement a communications strategy for the University, including:
  formulating content and material that reflects our brand.
• Knowledge
  of different target audiences and their particular needs for information,
  including different audiences inside and outside East Africa.
• Knowledge
  of modern communication methods including social networking and web
  strategy.
• Knowledge
  of and ability to utilize media networks.
• Ability
  to quickly formulate appropriate responses to inquiries from a variety of
  sources about the University.
• Experience
  in videography will be an added advantage.
• Must
  be a person of high integrity with an excellent working ethic.
• Must
  be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines and be available to work
  after normal working hours.
• Must
  be a mature and commitment Christian.

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