Job Title: Communications and Marketing Specialist
Organisation: National
Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)
Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)
Project Name: Regional
Communication Infrastructure Program (RCIP)
Communication Infrastructure Program (RCIP)
Funding Source: World Bank
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
Reports to: RCIP Programme
Coordinator
Coordinator
About NITA-U:
The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) was
established as a statutory body under the National Information Technology
Authority, Uganda Act, 2009 as one of the key players in the Information and
Communications Technology Sector. Its mandated is to coordinate, promote and
monitor IT development within the context of national social and economic
development, with a vision as “a facilitator of a knowledge-based, globally
competitive Uganda where social transformation and economic development is
supported through IT enabled services.”
established as a statutory body under the National Information Technology
Authority, Uganda Act, 2009 as one of the key players in the Information and
Communications Technology Sector. Its mandated is to coordinate, promote and
monitor IT development within the context of national social and economic
development, with a vision as “a facilitator of a knowledge-based, globally
competitive Uganda where social transformation and economic development is
supported through IT enabled services.”
About World Bank RCIP Program:
The Government of Uganda has secured funding from the International
Development Association (IDA) to finance various activities under the Regional
Communications Infrastructure Program (RCIP). The Regional Communication
Infrastructure Program (RCIP) Uganda will complement existing country ICT and
e-government Infrastructure initiatives by helping boost the already existing
e-government infrastructure and bridge the financing and technical gaps. The
project will be implemented by the National Information Technology
Authority-Uganda (NITA-U). The beneficiaries will be the Ministry of
Information Communications Technology (MoICT) and Public Procurement and
Disposal of Public assets Authority (PPDA).
Development Association (IDA) to finance various activities under the Regional
Communications Infrastructure Program (RCIP). The Regional Communication
Infrastructure Program (RCIP) Uganda will complement existing country ICT and
e-government Infrastructure initiatives by helping boost the already existing
e-government infrastructure and bridge the financing and technical gaps. The
project will be implemented by the National Information Technology
Authority-Uganda (NITA-U). The beneficiaries will be the Ministry of
Information Communications Technology (MoICT) and Public Procurement and
Disposal of Public assets Authority (PPDA).
Job Summary: The
Communications and Marketing Specialist will primarily develop and implement a
communication and marketing function at NITA-U to strengthen stakeholder
support and engagement in order to facilitate the smooth and successful
implementation of the RCIP and other NITA-U initiatives
Communications and Marketing Specialist will primarily develop and implement a
communication and marketing function at NITA-U to strengthen stakeholder
support and engagement in order to facilitate the smooth and successful
implementation of the RCIP and other NITA-U initiatives
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Formulate and implement a Strategic
Marketing and Communications Plan for RCIP and other related NITA-U
activities including goal setting, benchmarks, and metrics of progress and
achievements of RCIP; - Work in close conjunction with the Project
Coordinator and Component Managers, lead the monitoring and evaluation of
the RCIP communications and marketing activities - Develop, implement, manage and monitor the
stakeholder management plan so as to develop relevant communications and
marketing messages and maintain congenial and constructive partnerships
with them; - Create and implement communications and
marketing strategies to increase uptake of e-services and other NITA-U
programs; - The incumbent will also develop and
proactively implement a Communications Crisis Management plan for NITA-U
and lead teams where appropriate to execute all communications activities
and public relations; - Send regular feedback on the public’s
perceptions, expectations and concerns regarding the project and other
NITA-U services that impact the utilization of e services/ICT services in
Uganda; - Actively promote RCIP knowledge management
and Information sharing amongst NITA-U Staff, Project Staff and other
stakeholders; - Build and manage media relations in
addition to overseeing the development and production of press releases,
marketing materials, annual reports, advertisements and other related
material; - Ensure timely and effective dissemination
of information about NITA-U’s products, services, events etc. to all
stakeholders using all available platforms such as NITA-U websites and
related portals - Develop Terms of Reference for activities
that would be entrusted to service providers and specialised agencies and
manage associated contracts; - Regularly update the NITA-U website and
government portals with new content and relevant information or as may be
requested by Project Coordinator, Component Managers or Executive
Director; - Participate in the project’s budgeting and
work planning processes; - Prepare monthly marketing and
communications reports;
Key Result Areas:
- A Strategic Marketing and Communications
Plan for the RCIP with a clear Implementation Plan showing a detailed
resource list and estimated budget; - An evaluation instrument for monitoring
and measuring the achievement of the goals and targets laid out in the
Strategic Marketing and Communications Plan for the RCIP; - A Stakeholder Management Plan;
- Communications Crisis Management Plan;
- Half-annual feedback reports on public
perceptions about NITA-U products and services - A communications and marketing strategy
for uptake of e-Services and other NITA-U products - Press releases, marketing materials,
annual reports, advertisements and other related material; - Regular dissemination of information about
NITA-U products to all stakeholders; - Terms of Reference for activities
entrusted to service providers and specialised agencies; - Regularly updated NITA-U websites and
government portals - Monthly Communications and Marketing
Reports to the Program Coordinator on the status of prioritized
activities. Reporting will be both historical and forward looking.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the World Bank
RCIP Communications and Marketing Specialist job vacancy should hold a
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Media Relations,
Journalism or a related field from a recognized university. Professional
Qualification in Communications, Marketing, or Journalism will be an
advantage; - Possession of other post graduate
qualifications in Communications, Marketing, Journalism or a related field
will be an added advantage - Membership in a relevant professional body
such as CIM, PRAU. - At least five years’ experience working in
Marketing, Public Relations, stakeholder management, Media Relations,
Communications and/or Knowledge Management role. - Specific experience in public sector and
donor funded projects will be an added advantage. - Previous exposure and experience in
planning, design and implementation of Communications and Marketing
Systems; - Knowledge of World Bank communications,
outreach, knowledge dissemination and knowledge management processes; - Broad knowledge and understanding of the
realities of public relations and communications for promoting issues
related to ICT Projects - Experience in the usage of media
technology and social media for public information/advocacy.
Personal Competencies:
- Communications: Very good
communications skills (spoken and written), including the ability to
communicate effectively with diverse audiences, good negotiation skills
and the ability to prepare a variety of written documents, contracts,
reports, etc., in a clear, concise style. - Teamwork: Very good
interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective
working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic
environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. - Integrity: Must be a person of
proven honesty and does not tolerate corruption and unethical behaviours
in all its forms and manifestations. - Innovation: Must be a person
with ability to seek new ways of doing things efficiently to deliver value
to our customers. - Customer Centricity: Must be a
person who strives to satisfy customers and clients. Should be able to
understand what the customer wants and delivering it flawlessly. - Quality: Must be a person who
thinks of quality and continuous improvement in his/her work.
How to Apply:
All candidates who meet the job requirements/specifications and with
the right personal attributes are invited to complete and submit their
application form, download here, with a cover letter,
supported by curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials, and must
specify day time telephone contact, postal and email addresses of both the
applicant and three referees, to the address below.
the right personal attributes are invited to complete and submit their
application form, download here, with a cover letter,
supported by curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials, and must
specify day time telephone contact, postal and email addresses of both the
applicant and three referees, to the address below.
The Executive Director,
National Information Technology
Authority – UGANDA (NITA-U),
Palm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former Lugogo bypass)
P.O. Box 33151, Kampala-Uganda
Tel: 0417 801 038
Or via email: [email protected] (application must not exceed 10MBs)
Applicants must also submit with their application verifiable evidence
supporting previous relevant appointments such as appointment letters and
employment contracts.
supporting previous relevant appointments such as appointment letters and
employment contracts.
Deadline: 3rd March
2017 by 5:00 PM
2017 by 5:00 PM
NB: No application will
be accepted without a duly completed and signed standard application form
(refer to above).
be accepted without a duly completed and signed standard application form
(refer to above).
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