Reports to: Manager Communications & Public Relations
Job Ref: UBOS/HRM-CPR/2015/01
About US:
The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) is a semi-autonomous body established by the Uganda Bureau of Statistics Act, 1998, to promote the production of reliable official statistics and ensure the development and maintenance of the National Statistical System (NSS). The mandate of the Bureau is the production, coordination and dissemination of official statistics.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The Information Officer will play a key role in the formulation, planning, development and implementation of the Publicity and Community Mobilisation strategies that increase the UBOS visibility and support the Bureau’s core business;
Oversee the production of UBOS Communications, Advocacy(audio/ visual) and other Promotional Materials such as the UBOS Newsletter, UBOS Bulletins, reports, Calendars, Brochures, Fliers and Documentaries;
In charge of the development and maintenance of strategic media partnerships to elicit support for and maximise impact of promotional objectives;
Serve as the Media Liaison Person and take the lead in organising media outreaches, maintain a media contact database, organise Press Conferences, Briefings and Interviews;
Organise and book Radio and TV Talks Shows and formulate talking points and other materials as needed for senior staff to be used for the talk shows in response to UBOS needs;
Draft Communications and Advocacy talking points and speeches for senior managers and guest speakers as well as regular UBOS articles and press releases to be published in the media;
Conduct daily media content analysis on UBOS, its programmes, activities and products as well as the reporting on and application of statistics in media reporting then document findings accordingly;
Offer technical advice and expertise to directors, managers, senior officers and other communications staff on a range of Advocacy and Outreach issues, methods and approaches as well as anticipate and resolves Communications/Public Relations issues/problems;
Coordinate, supervise and direct subordinate Communications staff, interns and volunteers;
Undertake environmental scanning and evaluate results and impact of Communications activities and initiatives as well as report on developments, trends, perceptions and attitudes regarding the Bureau and the use of statistics; and
Perform any other duties as may be assigned from the immediate supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate for the Senior Information Officer /Communications should hold a post graduate qualification in Communications, Journalism, International Relations, Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Information Science, Monitoring and Evaluation, Human Resource Management or related field; in addition to a Bachelor’s degree with honours in Mass Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, Public Relations, Customer Care, Videography, Photography, Film Studies, Library and Information Science, Graphic Arts, Liberal Arts, Languages and Literature, Publishing, Education or other related area.
A minimum of eight years’ experience (3 at senior level) in the area of Communications with a reputable organisation or media house;
Training in news writing and editing, proof reading, designing, online publishing and new media will be an added advantage.
Membership of a professional journalism, public relations, tour and travel, protocol or customer care association will is an added advantage too.
Detailed understanding and knowledge of the communication and media landscape in Uganda;
Ability to conceptualise, design and implement major communication campaigns;
Ability to produce a variety of written and visual communications products in a clear and concise style;
Ability to facilitating and encourage open communication in the team and communicate effectively;
Ability to deliver oral presentations to various audiences;
Ability to shows pride in work and in achievements;
Evidence of professional competence and mastery of subject matter;
Conscientiousness and efficiency in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
Motivated by professional rather than personal concerns and showspersistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges;
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations;
Ability to take responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work;
Excellent negotiation, communication, interpersonal and presentation skills at high level with different stakeholders.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications indicating applicant’s postal address, Email contact, three referees with their contact addresses and telephone contacts as well as copies academic transcripts, certificates and an updated CV. The application should clearly indicate the relevant job title (position applied for) and reference number.
Address / Send complete applications to:
The Deputy Executive Director – Corporate Services
Uganda Bureau of Statistics
Plot 9, Colville Street
P.O Box 7186,
Kampala. Uganda.
E-mail to: hr@ubos.org
NB: Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted and any sort of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Deadline: Friday, 3rd July, 2015