Job Title: Communications Officer
Organisation: Uganda Christian University (UCU)
Duty Station: Mukono, Uganda
Reports to: Manager, Communications &
Marketing
Marketing
About US:
Uganda Christian University was founded when the historic
Bishop Tucker Theological College was promoted as a university in 1997. Bishop
Tucker Theological College trained clergy and educators during its 84-year
history from 1913-1997. The local chief, Hamu Mukasa, granted land for the
college to operate in Mukono. International partnerships were part of the
College’s missionary history. The Church Mission Society teamed with Ugandan
leaders and others to assure the College had the necessary intellectual and
other capital. By the late 1990s, the Church of Uganda sought to have a broader
impact on society through the higher education – not only of clergy but of
other professionals as well. Uganda Christian University was established in
1997.
Bishop Tucker Theological College was promoted as a university in 1997. Bishop
Tucker Theological College trained clergy and educators during its 84-year
history from 1913-1997. The local chief, Hamu Mukasa, granted land for the
college to operate in Mukono. International partnerships were part of the
College’s missionary history. The Church Mission Society teamed with Ugandan
leaders and others to assure the College had the necessary intellectual and
other capital. By the late 1990s, the Church of Uganda sought to have a broader
impact on society through the higher education – not only of clergy but of
other professionals as well. Uganda Christian University was established in
1997.
Job Summary: The Communications Officer will lead the
implementation of communications activities in line with Uganda Christian
University’s Strategic Plan, towards the vision of being a Centre of Excellence
in the Heart of Africa.
implementation of communications activities in line with Uganda Christian
University’s Strategic Plan, towards the vision of being a Centre of Excellence
in the Heart of Africa.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- 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.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a
Master’s degree in Mass Communication or Journalism from a recognized
institution of higher learning. - Bachelor’s degree in
Communications or Journalism from a recognized institution of higher
learning. - Three (3) years of working
experience in corporate communication and public relations in a reputable
organization. - Proficiency 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 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 mature and
practicing Christian.
How to Apply:
All qualified candidates should send two (2) copies of an
application letter clearly demonstrating suitability together with updated
Curriculum Vita and three references. Please attach copies of academic and
professional certificates and transcripts on each application. Send to:
application letter clearly demonstrating suitability together with updated
Curriculum Vita and three references. Please attach copies of academic and
professional certificates and transcripts on each application. Send to:
The Director, Human Resource & Administration,
Uganda Christian University,
Pilkington Building,
P.O. Box 4, Mukono, Uganda
Email to: [email protected]
NB: All online applications must be
sent in one PDF attachment.
sent in one PDF attachment.
Deadline: 29th June 2018 by 5:00 pm
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