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• Communications and Public Relations Strategy Development: Assist in
  development and implementation of EPRC’s Strategic Communications Strategy
  and participate in maintaining the Centre’s visibility and reputation by
  serving as a point of contact for key stakeholders where appropriate;
• Media Networks and Relationships: Establish and maintain good networks of media personnel and
  organizations.
• Assist with developing media content such as drafting media
  advisories, press releases; and pitching among others
• Media Management and Monitoring: Assist in identifying and securing placement of news stories,
  opinion articles, press releases and advertorial for the Centre in
  relevant media and daily monitoring of the EPRC mentions in the media (
  print, online and broadcast) and advise Programmes Manager of any key
  trends and actions
• Branding and Communications: Assist in preparation and supervision
  of the production of publicity and promotional materials while ensuring
  compliance to the EPRC brand and standards as provided in the Brand manual
• Website Management:
  Work closely with the Programmes Manager and the ICT team to ensure that
  the EPRC website(s)are informative, user friendly and interactive
• Print, Graphics and Audio-visual Design and Management: Support the
  Programmes Manager in conceptualizing and designing digital and print
  collateral to include minor revisions and major design initiatives such as
  Logos, social media graphics and banners, infographics, icons, publicity
  materials e.t.c;
• Work   closely with the
  Programmes Manager and the Knowledge Management Specialist to ensure that
  all publications (print and electronic) are well designed, properly
  edited, repackaged and disseminated in formats that are client user
  friendly

• Manage and update EPRC’s social and digital media channels on
  Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and others as need arises
• Develop high-impact social media content, (including graphics,
  photos, short videos and other multimedia formats) that showcase EPRC
  products and services; and effectively inform and engage both internal and
  external audiences;

• The applicant must hold a University degree in either public
  relations, journalism or similar discipline from a recognized university
• At least three years of relevant working experience in a similar
  role(s) with demonstrated outcomes; working knowledge and understanding of
  the Ugandan media industry and an extensive contact of networks;
• Sound understanding of content development and management within
  either government, think-tanks, and/or research organizations;
• Experience in implementing new media strategies and an understanding
  of the Information technology requirements of these strategies;
• Familiarity and Knowledge of the think tank or research environment;
• Competent use of Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Word,
  Excel and Power Point is essential.
• Knowledge and experience using Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Adobe
  Creative Suite, Flickr, MailChimp and Prezi
• Ability to independently format and edit video will be an added
  advantage;
• Professionalism – Familiarity with communications and public
  relations operations and objectives. Ability to work under pressure,
  independently and with limited supervision and be accountable for the
  professional application of duties and when on or off-site
• Teamwork – Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and
  maintain effective partnerships and working relations with people in a
  multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for
  diversity. Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational
  goals;
• Communication — Fluent written and spoken English; excellent
  communication (strong verbal, written and presentation) skills, including
  the ability to convey complex technical concepts both orally and in
  writing, in a clear, concise style.
• Confidentiality — Confidentiality of information maintained
  regarding QAL and staff

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