Job Title: Communications Specialist
Organisation: Habitat for Humanity Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Habitat for Humanity Uganda (HFHU) is affiliated to Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) headquartered in Atlanta – Georgia (U.S.A); and is an ecumenical Christian ministry that is dedicated to eliminating poverty housing. HFHU functionally reports to HFHI’s Europe Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Area Office in Pretoria – South Africa. Over the last 10 years, Habitat for Humanity Uganda has rehabilitated and constructed over 24,000 houses, transforming over 144,000 lives across the country. Our country program has 5 field offices located in Kumi, Mayuge, Lugazi, Luweero, and Fort portal.
Job Summary: The Communications Specialist based within the Communications Department/unit will lead implementation of the HFHU Communications Strategy. The role supports broader communications, social media management, content development, storytelling, brand visibility, media relations, and documentation of project results to increase awareness and stakeholder engagement with Habitat for
Humanity Uganda’s work
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Communications Strategy Implementation
- Develop, review and monitor annual communications work plans and budgets
- Write management progress reports for communication activities.
- Develop a communications calendar for key events and activities
- Develop campaign strategies that promote affordable housing, tenure security and access to safe water services
- Build the technical capacity of staff and partners to carry out effective communication engagements
- Develop Concept Notes, Terms for References and Contract documents for onboarding communications service providers.
Digital & Social Media Management
- Regularly update HFHU’s social media platforms and website.
- Generate content such as posters, infographics, facts sheets and photo stories for social media platforms
- Monitor performance analytics and maintain media coverage records.
Content Development & Storytelling
- Generate content from program areas, including human-interest stories, case studies, and testimonies.
- Produce and edit communication materials (photos, videos, success stories, press releases, and publications).
- Support documentation of program activities using multimedia tools.
Internal Documentation & Knowledge Management
- Maintain an organized repository of communications materials (stories, photos, videos).
- Assist in compiling and editing project reports and communications content across departments.
- Draft and review the HFHU Annual Reports, Calendars, Project Briefs, Capacity Statements and Policy Statements
- Lead the set-up of the initial culture-in-development resource center to promote knowledge generation and sharing in Uganda and beyond.
- Undertake field research and report writing; design and layout of research publications; directing audio-visual documentation and production
Media Relations & Visibility
- Identify and pitch HFHU work for media opportunities, package and disseminate targeted messages for media coverage.
- Manage brand and visibility through customized public campaigns for HFHU
- Maintain strong collaboration with the media to ensure minimum reputation risk
- Populate the bi-annual media reporting tool and disseminate to the Africa Area Office
- Assist in planning and coordinating events to ensure visibility and brand alignment.
- Support press engagement and dissemination of information products.
- Conduct basic research and analysis on topics relevant to HFHU communications initiatives.
Administrative & Cross-functional Support
- Work collaboratively with programs and other teams to gather content and support communication needs.
- Attend field visits and contribute to timely documentation of field activities and community engagement.
- Events management: support project leads to organize workshops including mobilization, workshop rapporteuring and media relations management
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field.
- Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism or Social Sciences is an added advantage
- Years of Related Experience: 5 +years of working experience in Communications, Journalism, Social Marketing or Public Relations.
- Experience:
- Prior experience managing social media platforms or creating multimedia content.
- Familiarity with photography, video editing, and/or design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite).
- Conversant with editorial guide books and styles manuals
- Previous experience with Non-Government Organizations, delivering one or more of the HFHU thematic areas
Required Knowledge & Expertise
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Basic knowledge of communications tools and digital media strategies.
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram etc).
- Ability to travel to field locations.
- Passion for community development and communications.
How to Apply:
Submit a cover letter, CV, and academic documents (as one PDF, max 35MB) to [email protected]
Addressed to: The National Director, Habitat for Humanity Uganda, Plot 1026, Lukadde Road, Kira Ward, P.O. Box 163027, Kampala
Deadline: 28th October 2025
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Hard copies will not be accepted. Canvassing will lead to disqualification
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60