Assistant Director – Media and Communication Jobs – Parliamentary Commission

Job Title: Assistant Director – Media and Communication

Organisation: Parliamentary Commission

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Organisation:

The Parliamentary Commission of Uganda serves the following functions;

• Appoint, promote and exercise disciplinary control over persons holding public office in Parliament;
• Review the terms and conditions of service, standing orders, training and qualifications of persons holding office in Parliament;
• Provide a Parliamentary reporting service;
• Provide such other staff and facilities as are required to ensure efficient functioning of the Parliament;
• To cause to be prepared in each financial year, estimates of revenue and expenditure for the next financial year; and
• Make recommendations to Parliament, or with the approval of Parliament, determine the allowances payable and privileges available to the Speaker and Members of Parliament.

Job Summary: To provide support in developing and implementing media and communication strategies.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the media and communication strategies for the Office of the Speaker
• Coordinate media relations and maintain effective relationships with journalists, editors, and media houses for the Office of the Speaker
• Prepare press releases, speeches, newsletters, feature articles, and other communication materials for the Speaker
• Coordinate media coverage of organizational events, programmes, and official functions for the Speaker
• Manage the Speakers website and social media platforms to ensure timely and accurate communication for the Speaker
• Monitor media coverage and prepare media monitoring and analysis reports.
• Support crisis communication planning and manage communication during emergencies for the Speaker
• Ensure consistency in organizational branding and corporate identity.
• Advise the Speaker on media engagement and public relations issues.
• Prepare departmental work plans, budgets, and performance reports.
• To supervise subordinates
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• A Master’s Degree in Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, Corporate Communication, Management or Leadership obtained from a recognized University/Institution.
• A Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Mass Communication, Public Relations, Media Studies, or a closely related field from a recognized institution.

Work Experience

• At least 9 years of relevant experience, three (3) of which should have been obtained at Principal level or comparable level in media, communication, public relations, or corporate affairs from a reputable organisation.

Competencies and Skills

• Integrity and professionalism
• Innovation and creativity
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong Interpersonal and networking skills
• Digital Communication

How to Apply:

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill a vacant position of Assistant Director, Media and Communication in the Parliamentary Service.

Please submit an application letter, with a curriculum vitae and CERTIFIED copies of academic transcripts/ certificates and relevant professional certificates, Names & Addresses of 2 referees.

The Applications should be addressed to the Secretary, Parliamentary Commission, P.O Box 7178, Kampala Plot 9-11 Parliament Avenue and hand delivered to the Parliamentary Registry Room No. 112. 1st Floor South wing, Parliament Main Building; not later than Tuesday 1st September, 2026 at 5:00pm.

Deadline: 1st September 2026

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Level of Education: postgraduate degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 108