Job Summary:
Fairventures Worldwide is seeking an individual with excellent communication skills to work full-time in our communications department. Communications Coordinator shall be supervised by the Country Director and the CEO.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop and execute integrated communications strategies for Uganda stakeholders.
Create communications materials including but not limited to messaging documents, Q&As, and talking points targeting various audiences.
Help manage communications for potential issues and crises.
Develop a stakeholder engagement plan that links to overall objectives that identifies the specific requirements of each stakeholder group.
Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships once established through regular communication activities as identified with each stakeholder
Participate in the review and updating of the comprehensive and coherent fundraising strategy.
Develop clarity and focus on messaging, image, and branding to strategically position the organization amongst key stakeholders and audiences.
Overseeing events, including planning, identifying invitees and speakers, developing agendas, talking points and/or presentations, etc.
Support the development of policy and advocacy material for national and global use including position papers and advocacy reports.
Media Support
Conduct local media landscape assessments and make recommendations around brand-building and reputational risk management.
Establish relationships with key media actors and outlets.
Supervise the development of media pitches, press releases, op-eds, and talking points, ensuring national priorities and perspectives are integrated into global messaging
Social Media Support
Develop an editorial calendar specific to local content, events, and holidays
Develop social media campaigns and content for use across social media platforms (Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, WhatsApp) and supervise implementation.
Events Support
Identify potential speaking and/or sponsorship opportunities at the local levels and liaise with event coordinators.
Support all event logistics on the ground, including venue, catering, signage, photography/videography services, material printing, speaker/moderator/participant outreach and invitations, booking reservations, developing itineraries, arranging transportation, etc.
Develop and distribute social media toolkits in advance of events, and manage all social media posting during and after events.
Develop and distribute press kits in advance and at opening of events, and serve as the primary point of contact for press and media follow-ups
Other duties as reasonably assigned

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal applicant must hold a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in PR, Communication, Journalism or related field.
At least three years of PR/communications-related experience.
Interest in climate protection and local communities.
Should be able to act independently, show initiative with an outgoing personality.
Exceptional written skills, with an aptitude to develop messaging for different audiences.
Possess a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
An understanding of what makes powerful and impactful content.
Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for working well with a variety of people and leading through influence within all levels of the organization.
Project management/prioritization skills with a proven ability to work independently with stakeholders under minimal supervision.
Experience and confidence in providing communication counsel and coaching to senior leaders.
Experience with online and social media communication tools and strategies
Good working knowledge of the communication industry’s channels and best practices.
Knowledge of any of the local languages is an added advantage
Willingness to travel

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and Interested applicants should Email a cover letter and CV ONLY addressed to the Country Director, Plot 4A Kampala Road, Crown House to info.uganda@fairventures.org
In the subject line of the email, indicate – Application for Communications Coordinator only.
Deadline: 15th July 2022 not later than 5:00pm