Job Title: Communication and Public Relations Assistant
Organisation: Reach Out Mbuya Community Health Initiative (ROM)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Communication and Public Relations Officer
About US:
Reach Out Mbuya Community Health Initiative (ROM) is a Faith and Community-based organization providing holistic care to extremely vulnerable people living with HIV/AIDS. ROM holistically focuses on the body, mind, family, and community wellbeing.
Job Summary: The role will be responsible for assisting with the creation and implementation of public relations initiatives, concepts, promotional content and support Public Relations (PR) strategies.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Keep calendars (editorial, press conferences, events etc.) and media, & partner lists.
- Support the Front Desk administration.
- Participate in brainstorming and planning sessions and assist in organizing and execution of events, campaigns etc.
- Draft and distribute content such as newsletters and releases, Annual Report, edit videos and presentations as assigned.
- Support relations with stakeholders, media, vendors etc.
- Assist in tracking media coverage or PR metrics (e.g. web analytics)
- Undertake general administrative and clerical duties
- Support and observe the safeguarding culture in the organization regularly documenting and reporting identified and potential safeguarding issues to the HR.
- Ensure health, safety, and security in your area of operation, as you promote the vision, mission and the values of Reach Out Mbuya.
- Any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- BA in Public Relations, Communications, International Relations/development, or a related field.
- Experience in related field or similar position
- Background in communications, media relations, and/or knowledge management preferred.
- Knowledge of graphics design, video production and editing, Computer savvy, experience with WordPress, working knowledge of databases and design software (e.g. Photoshop) is a plus.
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- An analytical mind with attention to detail
- Creative problem-solver with an eye for good design; on the cutting edge of emerging media trends and technologies.
- Excellent organization and time management skills, including ability to juggle multiple tasks and respond rapidly to new events and competing priorities.
- Excellence in all MS Office Applications, particularly Word and PowerPoint & excel.
- Knowledge of social media
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates please Send a cover letter and CV/resume with 3 professional referees in PDF format as one document. Both Cover letter and CV must not exceed 4 pages. Please send your application to the Human Resource Manager ROM through the Email: [email protected]
No need of attaching other documents at this level.
Please note:
- ROM is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a recruitment fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Any form of lobbying or canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
- Applications beyond the deadline will not be considered.
Deadline: Sunday 22nd May 2022 at 5:00 pm
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