Deputy Chief Public Relations

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• • Implement the Makerere University Communications policy;
  • Provide Leadership in development and implementation of Communication strategies and plans in collaboration with the Colleges;
  • Serve as Secretariat to the office of the Vice Chancellor in all communications fora of Makerere University;
  • Participate in strategic planning, budgeting, execution, accountability and reporting on communications and International Relations;
  • Write news articles, reports and periodicals;
  • Constructively engage the media to build a positive image of the University;
  • Represent the Communications and International Relations Office in strategic fora in Makerere University and beyond.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Mass Communication or Journalism or Public Relations or Literature in English;
• Honors Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication or Journalism or Public Relations.

Experience

• Must have relevant experience in Public Relations of not less than nine (9) years, three (3) of which must have been at a level of Principal Public Relations Officer from a reputable organization.

Skills/Competences      

• Leadership and supervisory skills;
• Ability to build, lead and work with teams;
• Computer literacy;
• Excellent Interpersonal, communication and reporting skills;
• Quick judgment and decision making;
• Ability to initiate change.
• Age: Below 55 years

How to Apply:

All candidates should apply online at the link below

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