Marketing, Communications, and Media Manager Jobs – Uganda Conservation Foundation (UCF)

Job Title:  Marketing, Communications, and Media Manager

Organisation: Uganda Conservation Foundation (UCF)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Organisation:

Uganda Conservation Foundation (UCF) is a not for profit organisation registered in the UK and Uganda which is dedicated to protecting Uganda’s national parks, protected areas and conservancies.

Job Summary: The Marketing, Communications, and Media Manager will lead the development and implementation of an integrated communications strategy that directly supports fundraising, donor engagement, events, and organisational growth, while enhancing UCF’s brand, visibility, and influence.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strategic Communications & Branding
• Fundraising & Resource Mobilisation Support
• Content Development & Storytelling
• Digital Marketing & Audience Growth
• Media Relations & Public Engagement
• Event Marketing & Communications
• Partnerships & Sector Engagement
• Stakeholder & Donor Communications
• Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
• Team & Resource Management

Key Deliverables

• Annual Marketing and Communications Strategy
• Fundraising campaign plans and performance reports
• Donor and partnership communication materials
• Development and Management of the UCF media channels and content calendar and multimedia outputs
• Management of the UCF Website
• Media coverage reports and press portfolio
• Event communication plans and post-event reports
• Management of International and National awareness, brand and growth platform
• Monthly and quarterly performance dashboards

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Contribution to fundraising targets and campaign effectiveness
• Growth in audience reach, engagement, and donor base
• Increased media coverage and brand visibility (local and international)
• Number and quality of partnerships supported
• Effectiveness of event communications and conversion rates
• Timeliness and quality of deliverables

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Minimum 7-10 years’ experience in media and communications delivery and management
• Proven experience in fundraising communications and campaign management
• Strong storytelling, writing, and content development skills
• Experience managing digital platforms and analytics tools
• Demonstrated ability to engage with international donors and private sector
• Competencies
• Strategic and results-oriented thinking
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
• Creativity and innovation in communications
• Ability to translate complex conservation issues into compelling narratives
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability

Reporting & Coordination

• Reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
• Works closely with programme, operations, and partnerships teams
• Coordinates with Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) and other key stakeholders where required
• Engages with external partners, media, and service providers

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Personal health insurance partners
• Opportunities for travel to national parks and field sites
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Annual leave in line with organisational policy

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should email their cover letter and a (max) three-page CV, including two referees to This vacancy has closed — applications are no longer acceptedApplications closedSee open jobs at Uganda Conservation Foundation (UCF) → by 5:00pm EAT on Friday 15th May 2026.

Please include the position you are applying for in the subject header of your email.

Candidates that have been selected for interview will be contacted on Wednesday

20th of May.

Interviews will be held on Friday 22nd of May.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If you have not been contacted, then your application was unsuccessful.

Late applications will not be considered.

UCF is an equal opportunity employer.

Note:

• This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Wherever necessary, the incumbent may be required to perform other reasonable project related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
• UCF reserves the right to amend duties and responsibilities as needed to ensure effective and efficient project implementation.

Deadline: 15^th May 2026

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Level of Education: bachelor degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 84