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Job Title:   Communication Officer  

Organisation: Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Head, Communication and Advocacy

About US:

Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC) was established in 1992 by an Act of Parliament (Cap 208) and is under the Office of the President of the Republic of Uganda. The Act provides for the Commission to Oversee, Plan and Coordinate AIDS Prevention and Control activities throughout Uganda.

Job Summary:   Provide technical support to the Head Communication and Advocacy in content development, implementation of Behavior Change Communication interventions, social media management and events management.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop content for IEC materials, articles, social media posts and presentations that effectively communicate UAC activities, achievements and HIV/AIDS messages to the intended target audiences.
• Write, review, and update IEC materials and Behavior Change Communication messages to ensure accuracy and that messages developed address target audience needs.
• Edit and proofread UAC documents, Reports, and articles for accuracy, grammar, and style in adherence to UAC brand guidelines.
• Disseminate BCC messages to state and non-state actors in collaboration with various Ministries, Departments, Agencies, Non-Government Organizations (NGOs), Self-Coordinating Entities (SCEs), AIDS Development Partners, Community Based Organizations (CBOs) implementing HIV and AIDS related activities.
• Document UAC success stories and achievements using photography and film in collaboration with the Audio Visual unit and other innovative approaches.
• Manage UAC social media accounts including engaging with followers and sharing real time updates to promote UAC mandates and activities.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of UAC digital marketing efforts to assess effectiveness and inform future strategies.
• Develop and implement events management plans including production of related materials such as invitations, e-posters, programs, signage and presentations.
• Provide on-site support during events, including managing registration, coordinating speakers, presenters and service providers.
• Create tailor made communication tactics for UAC advocacy events e.g. brochures, videos, animation, speeches, stories, flyers, banners, sharing information about the event on websites / newsletters / magazines / social media, and email

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Journalism and Communication, or Bachelor of Mass Communication or Bachelor of Mass Communication and Journalism or Bachelor of Science in Journalism and Public Relations.
• Postgraduate Diploma or Master’s degree in Mass Communication, Public Relations or Journalism or Media Management or Marketing, Strategic Communication and any other related Communication qualification at that level.

Experience:

• At least Six (6) years working experience, three of which must have been served at Senior Management level in communications with a Government in a public or any other reputable private organization such as an advertising agency, media house.

Competences

• Deep understanding of HIV and AIDS including the ability to tailor content for different audiences and platforms
• Analytical skills
• Copy writing and copy editing skills.
• Ability to post content and gather analytics on UAC social media pages on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook
• Organizational Skills to manage event logistics
• Interpersonal Skills
• Team Work
• Stakeholder Focus and Relationship Management Skill

How to Apply:

All applications indicating the title of the position being applied for should be addressed to the Director General, Uganda AIDS Commission, Plot 1-3 Salim Bay Road Ntinda, P.O Box 10779, Kampala or sent by mail to recruitment@uac.go.ug

Applicants should attach the following to their applications

• Letter expressing interest
• Detailed curriculum vitae with names, addresses, and phone contacts of three professional referees
• Copies of relevant academic/professional certificates
• Copies of previous appointments letters or contract agreements. Any period of employment not backed up by a letter shall not be considered as relevant experience
• Copy of National Identity Card

Deadline: 20th December 2024 at 5.00pm

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to present your original Academic Transcripts, Certificates and National Identity Card during interviews. UAC is an equal opportunities employer.

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