Vacancy title:
Communications Officer

Jobs at:
Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC)

Deadline of this Job:
7th December 2018

Duty Station:
Kampala, Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: 7th December 2018 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed , Employment Type: Full-Time

JOB DETAILS:

The Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC) is Uganda's leading independent policy think tank with an economics focus. Its mandate is to provide policy oriented research and other forms of analytical support to inform policy processes in Uganda The Centre has repositioned itself as a Go-To Policy Think Tank within the wider East Africa region. EPRC uses resources from Government of Uganda and Think Tank Initiative (TTI) under the International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
The Centre is searching for qualified persons with sound professional integrity to f'ill the positions indicated below.

Job title: Communications Officer
(1 position)
Reports to: Programmes Manager

Main role:

•  To support and 8SSiST in management of SUBISQKJ communications including the primary responsibility of media, website and social media management for the Economic Policy Research Centre.
  
•  Support the Programmes Manager and other Senior Managers in managing relationships with other key stakeholders including the research community, government, private sector academia key stakeholders and staff.
  

Job Requirements:

• University degree in either public relations, journalism or similar discipline from a recognized university
  
•  Minimum of 3 years of relevant working experience in a similar role(s) with demonstrated outcomes; working knowledge and understanding of the Ugandan media industry and an extensive contact of networks;
  
•  Communication — Fluent written and spoken English; excellent communication (strong verbal, written and presentation) skills, including the ability to convey complex technical concepts both orally and in writing, in a clear, concise style.
  
•  Confidentiality e Confidentiality of information maintained regarding QAL and staff