DEADLINE: 20/12/2024
Communication Assistant
Full-time
The Communication Assistant will provide technical support towards implementation of Behaviour Change Communication and Public Relations intervention of UAC and the National HIV and AIDS Response
Reports to: Communication Officer
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct media monitoring to assess participation of stakeholders on all UAC social media platforms and generate reports.
- Research current trends and audience preferences on social media in order to create relevant content.
- Provide feedback to user inquiries and comments by stakeholders on the UAC media platforms.
- Produce real time social media updates for all UAC events.
- Build capacity for UAC staff to utilize of Social media (Whatsapp, Youtube, Instagram, tiktok, X)
- Assist in the development and execution of communication and public relation plans and strategies
- Ensure consistent HIV/AIDS messaging across all communications platforms.
- Participate in the media relations and outreach and in activities aimed at promoting UAC image.
- Maintain media calendars, appointments and support media engagements.
- Provide administrative support to the Communications team in tracking communication activities according to deadlines.
- Assist in drafting and editing internal and external communication articles (E.g. publications, press releases, social media posts).
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Journalism and Communication, or Bachelor of Mass Communication or Bachelor of Mass Communication and Journalism or Bachelor of Science in Journalism and Public Relations from a recognized Awarding Institution.
Experience:
- At least 3 years working experience at the level of Communications Assistant in a public or any other reputable private Organization
Competences:
- Effective Communication Skills
- Good Interpersonal skills
- Understanding of social media and digital communication skills
- Planning, organizing and coordinating
- Ethics and integrity
- Information Technology
How to Apply:
All applications indicating the title of the position being applied for should be addressed to the Director General, Uganda AIDS Commission, Plot 1-3 Salim Bay Road Ntinda, P.O Box 10779, Kampala or sent by mail to [email protected]
Applicants should attach the following to their applications
- Letter expressing interest
- Detailed curriculum vitae with names, addresses, and phone contacts of three professional referees
- Copies of relevant academic/professional certificates
- Copies of previous appointments letters or contract agreements. Any period of employment not backed up by a letter shall not be considered as relevant experience
- Copy of National Identity Card
Deadline: 20th December 2024 at 5.00pm
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to present your original Academic Transcripts, Certificates and National Identity Card during interviews. UAC is an equal opportunities employer.
