Communications Officer Non-profit Jobs – War Child Canada



Job Title:       Communications Officer
Organization: War Child
Canada
Reports to: Country Director
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
About US:
War Child Canada is an internationally recognized charity organization
registered in Toronto, Canada that works with war-affected communities to help
children reclaim their childhood through access to education, opportunity and
justice. War Child Canada takes an active role in raising public awareness
around the impact of war on communities and the shared responsibility to act.
When war itself ends, the consequences endure. A lack of employment opportunities,
the absence of effective economic or social structures, an under-educated
population and a culture of impunity around rights violations combine to create
conditions that make a return to conflict all too possible. But by making a
long-term investment to create an environment in which childhood can thrive,
the cycle of violence can be broken.
Job Summary: The
Communication Officer will be responsible to lead and coordinate War Child
Canada Uganda’s communication and outreach work and ensure regular
documentation, internal and external dissemination and promotion of WCC
projects activities, operations and events in Uganda. The incumbent will also
support the country team in the design and production of Information, Education
and Communication (IEC), internal and external communication, advocacy and
visibility materials.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:  
Communication and Outreach Management (50%):
  • Work in liaison with the Country Director,
    Head of Programs and Communication Manager at WCC Headquarters in the
    development and implementation of country level communications strategy
    and protocols.
  • Steer the implementation of War Child
    Canada’s Uganda’s communication work and ensure that it is fully
    understood by the country team.
  • Ensure that all trainings, workshops and
    public education activities are adapted in accordance to the Uganda
    context, and all WCC communication and brand guidelines are followed at
    each level.
  • Work with and support project teams in
    developing and implementing context- appropriate Information, Education
    and Communication (IEC) materials and community outreach communication
    packages, including radio spot packages and panel discussion programs.
  • Build and maintain internal communication
    activities to keep staff informed of organizational vision, mission,
    values, and program achievements.
  • Work in liaison with the Country Director
    and Head of Programs, lead on the timely and appropriate production and
    dissemination of success stories of projects, operations and events
    through publications, intemal/extemal newsletters, media, WCC website, and
    social media.
  • Lead and coordinate all activities related
    to the photography and production of documentaries of WCC Uganda projects.
  • Work closely with program teams and
    provide technical support in program design and development process, with
    particular focus on communication and visibility.
  • Conduct regular field visits to WCC
    project sites in order to gather information, data, and documentation of
    best practices and success stories.
  • Support the field program staff in writing
    and producing high quality success stories and other communication
    materials.
  • Assist the country team and ensue that
    they fully understand and adhere to War Child Canada’s branding guidelines
    and compliance to communication strategy, policy and protocol.
  • Represent WCC Uganda in external
    communication forums, working groups and networks.
Media Engagement (30%)
  • Build and maintain good contacts and
    relationships with key electronic and print media outlets (radio, TV,
    press) and communicate WCC work, success stories and events, and raise the
    profile of the organization.
  • Support the Country Director in all
    activities related to media engagement including interviews.
  • Work in close consultation with the
    Country Director, be responsible to organize and accompany all media
    visits to WCC project locations, including photography and filming of
    projects.
  • Ensure that War Child Canada’s branding
    guidelines are followed when it comes to communication with media and use
    of media.
Documentation, Reporting and Learning (20%):
  • Ensure all policy documents, communication
    policy, tools and templates are rolled out and staff and partners clearly
    understand these.
  • Prepare and submit regular communication
    related updates as well as monthly, quarterly and annual reports to the
    Country Director.
  • Work closely with the Head of Programs and
    field program teams to collect, document and disseminate success stories,
    high resolution photos or any other communication material required as per
    HQ for internal and external dissemination.
  • Lead on producing internal WCC Uganda
    monthly updates and quarterly newsletters.
  • Liaise with WCC Communication Manager at
    HQ as well as Communication Officers in other WCC operation countries, to
    share best practices and learning.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience: 
  • The ideal candidate for the War Child
    Canada Communications Officer job placement should hold a University
    degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Studies or
    related field.
  • At least three years of progressively
    responsible and relevant experience working in the field of communication
    or public relations.
  • Significant exposure and experience of
    working in various media formats, including photo, audio, video, print and
    web.
  • Proven experience in managing digital
    communication and social media.
  • Demonstrable skill in computer systems
    including interactive digital media.
  • Excellent written and spoken English
    language, including strong writing skills and ability to adapt style and
    key messages for different audiences.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal,
    diplomacy and presentation skills.
  • Strong strategic, analytical and critical
    thinking skills.
  • Strong planning and organizational skills
    with the ability to problem solve and work with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and
    independently in a fast-paced team environment, while simultaneously
    managing multiple tasks.
  • Flexibility and ability to work under
    pressure and meeting of deadlines
  • Willingness and ability to travel outside
    Kampala, often at short notice and for an extended period of time.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should submit hard
copies of their curriculum vitae and an accompanying cover letter in a sealed
envelope to:
Human Resources Manager,
War Child Canada (WCC),
Block 244, Plot 1006, Muyenga. Kampala.
Uganda
NB: Please
ensure your application envelop has the subject heading of “Application for
Communication Officer, WCC Uganda”
Deadline: 5th May 2017 by 5:00pm
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