Job Title: Deputy Chief Public Relations
Organization: Makerere University Kampala
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Makerere University:
Makerere University is the oldest and premier University in Uganda which strives to becoming the leading institution for academic excellence and innovations in Africa.
Job Summary: Support the Vice Chancellor in matters of Communications and Public Relations
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Implement the Makerere University Communications policy;
- Provide Leadership in development and implementation of Communication strategies and plans in collaboration with the Colleges;
- Serve as Secretariat to the office of the Vice Chancellor in all communications fora of Makerere University;
- Participate in strategic planning, budgeting, execution, accountability and reporting on communications and International Relations;
- Write news articles, reports and periodicals;
- Constructively engage the media to build a positive image of the University;
- Represent the Communications and International Relations Office in strategic fora in Makerere University and beyond.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Master’s degree in Mass Communication or Journalism or Public Relations or Literature in English;
- Honors Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication or Journalism or Public Relations.
Experience
- Must have relevant experience in Public Relations of not less than nine (9) years, three (3) of which must have been at a level of Principal Public Relations Officer from a reputable organization.
Skills/Competences
- Leadership and supervisory skills;
- Ability to build, lead and work with teams;
- Computer literacy;
- Excellent Interpersonal, communication and reporting skills;
- Quick judgment and decision making;
- Ability to initiate change.
- Age: Below 55 years
How to Apply:
All candidates should apply online at the link below
Deadline: 17th March 2025
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