Summary
Date Posted: Monday, June 13, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Key Responsibilities:
• The Communications officer will support Riamiriam’s-wide programs and initiatives.
• Responsible for internal and external communications including media relations and events support.
• Determines content topics, coordinates with others to obtain information, writes, edits, designs and sends to donors, and community and business contacts in liaison with Executive Director and Programs Manager
• Prepares the production of press releases, announcements, brochures, event materials, photographs, newsletters, etc.
• The Communication officer will also play a key role in supporting Riamiriam member organizations in strengthening their communications efforts.

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Communication or related field or equivalent education/experience;
• 1-year demonstrated experience in supporting broad-based and successful communication programs; Superb writing and analytical skills as well as excellent verbal communication in English;
• Ability to work and train civil society organizations;
• Extensive knowledge of social media and emerging communication platforms;
• Thorough knowledge of media operations;
• Strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills;
• Experience in graphic design or related field;
• Proficiency with basic computer programs such as Power Point, Excel and Word;
• Interpersonal and time-management skills;
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
Applications with detailed curriculum vitae and copies of academic/professional certificates, names of 3 referees with day telephone contacts and applicant’s telephone/e-mail contacts including a cover letter clearly stating the position applied. All the applications should be addressed to the Executive Director Riamiriam Civil Society Network Karamoja or physically delivered to: Riamiriam Civil Society Network Circular road, plot no.10 P.O Box 100 Moroto, Uganda E-Mail: communications.riamiriam@gmail.com   Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.  Riamiriam is an equal opportunity employer; qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
NB: ONLY SELECTED CANDIDATES THAT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE NOTIFIED. Deadline for receiving applications; 22nd June 2022

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