Communication and Public Relations Assistant Jobs – Reach Out Mbuya Community Health Initiative (ROM)

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Job Title:  Communication and Public Relations Assistant

Organisation: Reach Out Mbuya Community Health Initiative (ROM)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to:  Communication and Public Relations Officer

 

About US:

Reach Out Mbuya Community Health Initiative (ROM) is a Faith and Community-based organization providing holistic care to extremely vulnerable people living with HIV/AIDS. ROM holistically focuses on the body, mind, family, and community wellbeing.

 

Job Summary:  The role will be responsible for assisting with the creation and implementation of public relations initiatives, concepts, promotional content and support Public Relations (PR) strategies.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Keep calendars (editorial, press conferences, events etc.) and media, & partner lists.
  • Support the Front Desk administration.
  • Participate in brainstorming and planning sessions and assist in organizing and execution of events, campaigns etc.
  • Draft and distribute content such as newsletters and releases, Annual Report, edit videos and presentations as assigned.
  • Support relations with stakeholders, media, vendors etc.
  • Assist in tracking media coverage or PR metrics (e.g. web analytics)
  • Undertake general administrative and clerical duties
  • Support and observe the safeguarding culture in the organization regularly documenting and reporting identified and potential safeguarding issues to the HR.
  • Ensure health, safety, and security in your area of operation, as you promote the vision, mission and the values of Reach Out Mbuya.
  • Any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.





Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • BA in Public Relations, Communications, International Relations/development, or a related field.
  • Experience in related field or similar position
  • Background in communications, media relations, and/or knowledge management preferred.
  • Knowledge of graphics design, video production and editing, Computer savvy, experience with WordPress, working knowledge of databases and design software (e.g. Photoshop) is a plus.
  • Excellent communication and writing skills
  • An analytical mind with attention to detail
  • Creative problem-solver with an eye for good design; on the cutting edge of emerging media trends and technologies.
  • Excellent organization and time management skills, including ability to juggle multiple tasks and respond rapidly to new events and competing priorities.
  • Excellence in all MS Office Applications, particularly Word and PowerPoint & excel.
  • Knowledge of social media

 

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified candidates please Send a cover letter and CV/resume with 3 professional referees in PDF format as one document. Both Cover letter and CV must not exceed 4 pages. Please send your application to the Human Resource Manager ROM through the Email: hr@reachoutmbuya.org

No need of attaching other documents at this level.

 

Please note:

  • ROM is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a recruitment fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
  • Any form of lobbying or canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
  • Applications beyond the deadline will not be considered.

 

Deadline: Sunday 22nd May 2022 at 5:00 pm

 

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