African Center for Treatment and Rehabilitation of Torture Victims (ACTV) Jobs Vacancies

Job Title: Communications and Advocacy Officer
Station: Kampala
Reports to: Program Manager

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Carry out advocacy campaign against torture in particular.
• Communicate effectively the vision, mission and program objectives of ACTV.
• Prepare and distribute ACTV magazines/newsletter and annual reports for public consumption.
• Hold press conferences as when authorized by management.
• Prepare and participate in regular awareness radio/television programs and print media.
• Coordinate activities t mark human rights day including the UN International Day in Support of Victims of Torture (June 26).
• Coordinate the implementation of trainings and awareness activities on human rights and torture.
• Visit places of detention.
• Participate strategic planning and contribute t proposal writing.

Qualifications
• University degree in Journalism or Mass Communications.

Competence and Skills:
• Computer literacy in MS office and website management.
• Proposal writing skills will be an added advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to interact professionally with clients and stake holders.
• Excellent communication skills.
• At least two years practical experience in an NGO setting is preferred.





How to Apply
Chief Executive Officer
African Center for Treatment and Rehabilitation of Torture Victims (ACTV)
Plot No.113, Owen Road (Opposite former Mariandina Clinic)
Off Tufnell Drive- Kamwokya
Po Box 6108
Kampala Uganda
Email: actv@actvuganda.org


Note: Independent reference checks will be carried out and only shortlist candidates will be contacted

Deadline: Wednesdays Feb 9th 2011