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Job Title:  Communications Officer (Fresher Jobs)

Organisation: Uganda National Institute of Teacher Education

Duty Station: Wakiso, Uganda

About Organisation:

Uganda National Institute of Teacher Education was commissioned with the focus on practice and hand-on experiences as basis of teaching and learning. Vocationalisation spans through all teacher education programme courses.

Job Summary: The Communications Officer will implement communication, information dissemination and public relations plans and programs.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organizing and implementing public relations programs which promote the image of the Institute;
• Making arrangements for press conferences, articles, press releases, radio and T.V. programs;
• Participating in publicity cover for Institute ceremonies, occasions and events including graduation, sports and games events and public lectures and debates;
• Conducting surveys on public opinion about the programs and products of the Institute;
• Drafting content for dissemination to the public for consideration by the Supervisor;
• Maintaining linkages with other institutions in respect to communications and branding; and
• Designing material or programs that promote a positive image of the Institute to the public through various platforms.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Communication Studies or Public Relations from a recognized University or Institution.
• Work Experience: At least two (2) years’ experience in public relations and marketing duties in a reputable institution.

Competencies

• Technical: Information Communication Technology; Knowledge in corporate marketing; Human resource management; Strategic thinking; Planning, organizing and coordinating; Policy management.
• Behavioural: Problem solving; Team work; Results orientation; Ethics and Integrity; Communicating effectively and Leadership

How to Apply:

All applications should be accompanied with the following:

• Certified photocopies of all Academic and Professional Certificates and
• Transcripts;
• A curriculum Vitae;
• Three (3) Reference letters (Professional, Personal and Academic)
• A recent coloured passport size photograph; and
• A copy of the National Identity Card

Eligible female candidates are encouraged to apply. Only short-listed applicants shall be contacted for the interview and final selection process. All applications should be addressed and hand delivered to:

The Institute Secretary Designate,

Uganda National Institute of Teacher Education,

Kitikifumba-Shimoni, Kira Municipality,

P.O. Box 7112, Kampala.

Deadline: 12th July, 2024 by 5:00pm East African Standard Time.

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