Communication Officer(Ministry of Gender Labour and Social Development)-Job opportunities in Uganda

Job Title: Communication Officer
Organization: Ministry of Gender Labour and Social Development (MGLSD)
Project: Youth Livelihood Programme (YLP)
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: Friday 25th October 2013
Reports to: Programme Manager

About Us:
The Government of Uganda is to implement the Youth Livelihood Programme (YLP), under the Ministry of Gender Labour and Social Development (MGLSD). The overall objective of the Programme is to address the escalating problem of Youth Unemployment in Uganda.

Job Summary: 
The Communication Officer Number will offer communication support to the programme by ensuring that comprehensive timely information is provided to all stakeholders through appropriate media channels.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
    Develop, implement and periodically review the programme Communication Strategy.
    Annually plan and budget for the programme Communication and Public Relations function.
    Draw-up and implement annual communication workplans for the Programme
    Initiate and maintain mutual media relations for positive media coverage of the Programme
    Develop, implement and periodically review tools for internal programme communication.
    Develop, implement and periodically review alternative media tools for educating external stakeholders about the Programme
    Organise Press Conferences in consultation with the Public Relations Officer. viii.Prepare, edit and disseminate Press Release and media articles
    Design, edit and disseminate programme Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials, i.e. newsletters, booklets, inserts, calendars, posters and branded corporate wear/souvenirs.
    Arrange, facilitate and participate in the programmes live and pre-recorded media programmes in consultation with the Public Relations Officer.
    Collect, edit and preview materials for the programme website.
    Organize meetings with stakeholders and prepare schedules, talking points and reports for the same.
    Arrange for participation in out-door activities for special events e.g. exhibitions and open-days for anniversaries like International Youth Day.
    Support the Public Relations Officers on matters to do with the YLP.
    Perform any other relevant duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
    The candidates must be Ugandans possessing the following:-  an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication/ Journalism form a recognized institution.
    A Postgraduate qualification in Communications, Media and or Public Relations would be an added advantage.
    Three or more years’ experience in a related field.
    Should demonstrate solid verbal and writing skills
    A confident personality, go-together with good interpersonal and persuasive skills
    Solid knowledge of publishing and on-line communication software packages
    Proven extensive networks within the media fraternity at various levels
    A good aptitude and ability to work at own initiative under tight dead-lines
    Flexibility, ability to multi-task and work innovatively
    Ability to feely interact with and influence people at various levels
    Computer knowledge is a must.

How to Apply:
All applicants for the above jobs should attach three sets of certified photocopies of their certificates, academic transcripts and testimonials. Applications should be addressed to: 
Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, and delivered to the Security Registry (2nd floor) Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, Simbamanyo House, George Street
OR
Post to PERMANENT SECRETARY Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development P. O. Box 7136, Kampala, Uganda
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.