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• Working with relevant
  University divisions, faculties, departments, regional colleges and
  campuses to implement the University’s Communications and Marketing
  strategy.
• Ensure that all
  communication and promotional activities reflect the Uganda Christian
  University brand, and associated vision, mission and core values.
• Work closely with senior
  management and Manager, Communications and Marketing in responding to any
  crisis, and be part of the crisis management team.
• Design messages to
  communicate a positive and consistent image of the University, both
  internally and externally
• Manage UCU information
  platforms such as corporate emails and social media accounts
• Assist in managing media
  relations and media coverage.
• Coordinate the development
  of promotional materials (including on-line and visual materials and
  advertising) and internal and external communications in all media.
• Oversee gathering,
  processing of information for timely update of University online media
  platforms such as website, blog, face book and twitter
• Assist in developing and
  maintaining key relationships with individuals, external groups, partner
  organizations, influencers, local communities and other stakeholders.
• Review and edit all
  University publications for accuracy, correctness, style and conformity to
  University branding guidelines
• Provide strategic
  direction for the planning, management and execution of major university
  events.
• Prepare media briefs,
  press releases and monthly media monitoring reports, activity reports for
  the department
• Perform any other official
  duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

• The applicant must hold a
  Master’s degree in Mass Communication or Journalism from a recognized
  institution of higher learning.
• Bachelor’s degree in
  Communications or Journalism from a recognized institution of higher
  learning.
• Three (3) years of working
  experience in corporate communication and public relations in a reputable
  organization.
• Proficiency in written and
  spoken English.
• Ability to implement a
  communications strategy for the University, including: formulating content
  and material that reflects our brand.
• Knowledge of different
  target audiences and their particular needs for information, including
  different audiences inside and outside East Africa.
• Knowledge of modern
  communication methods including social networking and web strategy.
• Knowledge and ability to
  utilize media networks.
• Ability to quickly
  formulate appropriate responses to inquiries from a variety of sources
  about the University.
• Experience in videography
  will be an added advantage.
• Must be a mature and
  practicing Christian.

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