Job Title: Business Relations Officer
Organisation: Uganda Manufacturers’ Association (UMA)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Uganda Manufacturers’ Association (UMA), is an industry-association in Uganda, that aims to bring together Ugandan industrialists and manufacturers in an attempt to guide the industrial actors in the country towards global competitiveness, on a sustainable basis. The association advises the government of Uganda in the formulation of national and regional industrial policy. UMA also serves as a collective lobby and mouthpiece for its members.
Job Summary: Uganda Manufacturers Association is seeking a charismatic Business Relations Officer to promote and protect the reputation of the Uganda Manufacturers Association. The candidate will develop and implement a comprehensive business relations strategy to enhance the Association’s growth.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a business relations strategy to promote the Association’s growth
- Profile and calendar key events of UMA members and ensure cross-participation
- Coordinate UMA members to participate in international and regional business missions
- Maintain external relations with embassies, attaches, and other coordination offices deemed essential to facilitate business for manufacturers
- Ensure effective communication of policy changes and others doing of business environment updates to UMA membership
- -Provide public relations support to the Business Development Department in promoting its activities and services
- Coordinate and manage UMA partnerships, collaborations, and joint programming to ensure effective implementation of shared aspirations of UMA and its stakeholders
- Plan and execute sponsorship strategies for UMA events at national and regional levels
- Develop, communicate, and execute the UMA annual business events calendar to ensure effective alignment and participation of all sectors of UMA membership
- Conduct member business satisfaction and feedback surveys to inform continuous adherence of UMA actions to member needs
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Degree in Business Administration, Communications, international relations, or related fields
- At least 7 years of relevant experience
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful business relations strategies
- Strong corporate relations and people management skills
How to Apply:
Please submit your application, including your cover letter, CV, and contacts of three professional referees to;
Executive Director
Uganda Manufacturers Association
Email to: [email protected]
Deadline: 23rd December 2024
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