Head Public and International Relations Job Vacancy – Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)

Organisation: Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Director Corporate Affairs
About UCC:
The
Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) was established to implement the
provisions of The UCC Act 2013 Laws of Uganda with a principal goal of
developing a modern communications sub-sector and Infrastructure in Uganda, in
conformity with the operationalization of the Telecommunications Policy.
Job Summary: The Division Head Public and International
Relations will be in charge of developing and implementing the Commission’s
communications strategy, frameworks and programs aimed at ensuring effective
management of the public and International affairs in accordance with the
Commission’s mandate.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: 
  • Offer technical support in the development,
    implementation and review of the communications strategy focus on both
    local and international levels in the Commission’s strategy.
  • The jobholder will be tasked with sensitizing
    the public about the commission activities, policies in line with the
    Commission’s mandate
  • Co-ordinate local and international
    participation of the Commission and promote its collaboration with
    intergovernmental, regional and international organizations.
  • The incumbent will ensure the implementation
    of the UCC communications policy and international relations policy.
  • Develop and implement branding, media
    management and corporate social responsibility strategies to promote
    visibility and a positive image of the Commission.
  • Establish, manage and maintain key
    stakeholder relationship and strategic partnerships in the communications
    industry, civil society organization within and outside Uganda.
  • Develop and implement a corporate sponsorship
    program that is in line with the Commission’s organizational objectives
  • Develop and monitor Service Level Agreements
    with the key service providers (media houses, advertising agencies, events
    management agencies) to ensure efficiency, Value for Money and timely
    delivery against set targets.
  • Establish and develop strategic international
    partnerships.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director
    Corporate Affairs.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 
  • The applicant should hold a Master’s degree
    in Mass Communication , International Relations , Public Relations, or
    related area; and
  • The prospective UCC employee should also hold
    a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication , Engineering, International
    Relations , Public Relations or related area;
  • Should have membership in a professional
    body. 
  • At least eight (8) years’ experience in
    Corporate Communications, four of which in a managerial position in a
    similar corporate environment.
  • Public and International relations skills
  • Events management skills
  • Strategic Planning
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Customer focus
  • High degree of personal initiative and innovation
How to Apply:
All
suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications,
updated CVs including all scanned copies of academic and professional
credentials and testimonials via E-mail to: hrvacancies@ucc.co.ug
Deadline: 23rd March, 2016 by 5:00 PM
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