Communications/Public relations Officer Job at Makerere University based at Iganga/Mayuge Demographic Surveillance Site

Job Title: Communications/Public relations Officer

Job Location: Iganga District, Uganda
A suitable candidate is being sought to fill the position of Communications/Public relations officer as below.
Position: Communications/Public relations Officer (1)
Summary of Responsibilities:
Develop appropriate publicity mechanisms and materials for local and international audience. (News
paper articles, website postings & radio talk shows).
Organize seminars and sensitization meetings in community, district and other fora.
Compile, publish and coordinate distribution of quarterly newsletter and annual reports.
Maintain an up to-date computerized catalogue of Site Resource Center.
Mobilize stakeholders to support the site or carryout projects in the site.
Organize promotional events such as exhibitions and press conferences to enhance the
organization's reputation.
Any other duties assigned from time to time
Communications/Public relations Officer reports to the Site Operations Coordinator.


Job requirement

Educational Requirements and Qualifications:
Degree in Mass Communication or its equivalent. Experience in grants management is an added advantage.
Three years work experience in relevant communication, project management and publication field required.
Applicant should be ready to work and live in Iganga. Fluency in written and spoken English and Lusoga is a Must. Should be able to work with MS Excel, MS Publisher and common statistical programs.


How to apply

This position is on contract basis renewable annually upon satisfactory performance. Interested candidates should submit a hard copy of their CV along with a cover letter and official copies of educational transcripts addressed to the Site Leader, Makerere University Iganga/Mayuge DSS, Iganga. Send application to Makerere University School of Public Health, Room 11 or to the DSS Offices at Iganga District Directorate of Health Services Building. Provide two reference letters and a reliable phone contact. All applications must be received not later than 22nd August, 2011.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.