Country Communications Manager at BRAC Uganda

Job Title: Country Communications Manager

Organisation: BRAC Uganda

Location: Kampala, Uganda

Job Description:

Responsibilities:
• Support BRAC’s communications strategy with a focus on in-country communications
• Support international communications efforts by gathering and disseminating information and content on activities within the country to BRAC counterparts abroad
• Work with national and international media to tell the BRAC story and raise the organization’s profile
• Create and distribute compelling stories about BRAC clients and programs through newsletters, press releases, etc.
• Acquire relevant content from programs to update website and intranet; write blog and social media posts in cooperation with BRAC Communications
• Write and edit fact sheets, brochures and annual reports; ensure easy access to stocks of these materials
• Support and advise teams to collect and develop relevant case studies and visual stories; liaise with affiliates and partners to distribute
• Carry out field visits and accompany visitors if required
• Coordinate and publicize events and speaking opportunities to promote BRAC; prepare speaker briefings, act as master of ceremony if required
• Ensure BRAC’s key messages are used consistently in all communications
• Ensure brand compliance of collateral material

Educational Requirements:

• Masters degree preferably in relevant discipline

Experience Requirements:

• Demonstrated excellence in communication and in working with people from diverse cultures

Additional Job Requirements:

• Ability to work in a flexible, changing environment and perform effectively under pressure
• At least three years relevant experience with exposure to development sector preferred and a good network among relevant stakeholders
• Willingness to undertake extensive field travel if necessary
• Knowledge of and proficiency with communications media and related technology
• Fluency in English, including speaking, writing, and editing skills
• An understanding of and commitment to our mission of empowering people and communities in situations of poverty, illiteracy, disease and social injustice
• Innovative ideas on how to use communications, media and storytelling

How to Apply:

Email your CV with a letter of interest mentioning your educational grades, years of experience, current and expected salary at: recruitment.bi@brac.net.

Please mention the name of the position and AD# BI 20/13 in the subject bar.

Closing Date: 15th March 2014