Job Title: Corporate Affairs Officer
Organisation: Uganda Development Bank Ltd
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Manager Corporate Affairs
About US:
Uganda Development Bank (UDB) is a Development Finance
Institution (DFI) focused on accelerating socio-economic development through
sustainable financial interventions in line with the country’s development
priorities.
Job Summary: The Corporate Affairs Officer will support
the Corporate Affairs team to implement the UDB Communication and Stakeholder
Engagement Strategy by implementing internal and external media-based
Communication plans. The Corporate Affairs Officer is responsible for promoting
andprotecting the company’s reputation by developing and executing media and
public relations strategies and plans for brand building/innovation, corporate
promotions, internal communications and corporate communications/affairs
initiatives using various media outlets in collaboration with the Corporate
Affairs team
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
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Prepare press releases, topical news items,
in-house publications and all materials meant for external engagements.
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Regularly review trends in the Development
Finance sector space, publish relevant news articles, blogs and social media
articles to influence positive public opinion of UDB
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Maintain positive relationships, network with
media industry players to influence pro-business publications and coverage
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Prepare, format and submit media content for
publication in compliance with the UDB Brand guidelines
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Source and maintain knowledge of publication
opportunities, market the Bank through online presence, organize Corporate
Affairs events such as press briefings, open days, tours and visits
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Carry out daily reviews of business-related
stories and articles in the media, flag articles for actioning through
appropriate response to protect the Bank’s image
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Prepare briefs, articles and press releases for
internal and external use in line with the Bank’s Communication policy
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Collaborate with media houses to acquire
pro-business news lead
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Write pro-business pieces, edit and review
company publications that positively position the Bank
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Advertising review and media placements
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Any other duties assigned by the Corporate
Affairs Manager
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
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The applicant must hold a Degree in Mass
Communication, Journalism or a related field
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A related post-graduate qualification is an
added advantage.
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Possession of membership with CIPR or CIM is an
added advantage
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A minimum of five years of work experience in
Media and Public Relations
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Must have produced content that has been published
by leading outlets
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Understanding of or experience in the
Development Finance Sector is desirable
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Strong writing skills
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Must have a network of business journalists
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Knowledge of use of Standard industry software
e.g. publisher
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Understanding of digital media
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Must have an eye for news
How to Apply:
All Interested candidates should send or deliver
their applications and academic documents which shall include an up-to-date
curriculum vitae, certified copies of academic documents and contact addresses of
3 references to the Director Strategy & Corporate Affairs, 1st Floor Wing
B, Rwenzori Towers, Plot 6 Nakasero Road.
Deadline: 12th February 2020 at 5:00pm.
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