Vacancy title:
Head, Public Relations Department
Jobs at:
Electoral CommissionDeadline of this Job:
Friday, October 06 2023
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, September 01 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Job purpose:
• Interest in graphics, design, geo-information and maps; Patient and an eye for detail;
• Computer literacy in graphic design, Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and mapping software;
• Knowledge of Government policies and administrative procedures. Well developed interpersonal and communication skills and capable of working as a member of the organization's senior management team.
• To build and maintain a good image of the Electoral Commission as a credible institution in charge of elections in Uganda.
• Ability to lead, cultivate team spirit and motivate qualified and specialized staff.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines under minimum or no supervision; Meticulous and thorough approach to work;
Qualifications
• High integrity.
• Technically minded, and able to cope with changes in technology.
• Four (4) years renewable contract
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressure.
• Excellent written and spoken English with strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Computer knowledge (MS Office).
Key Result Areas:
• Responsible for the entire range of Public Relations through planning, developing and implementing appropriate strategies; Providing publicity support for all Commission programs and activities;
• Advising the Commission and Management on a regular basis on how to enhance the image of the Commission;
• Fostering community relations through appropriate events and initiatives;
• Supervising the preparation of promotional materials and multimedia
• programs;
• Preparing and distributing press releases to targeted media;
• Planning and budgeting for resource requirements of the Department and monitoring their usage for efficiency;
• Managing and appraising the performance of subordinate staff and providing guidance and feedback for improvement;
• Between thirty-five (35) years and fifty (50) years.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 48
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Job application procedure
Applications with comprehensively typed CVS showing the applicant's contact address with day time telephone numbers, addresses and day time telephone numbers of three referees, copies of certified academic transcripts and certificates should be sent to the Human Resource Office/ Central Registry or mailed to the address indicated below, not later than Friday 6th October, 2023
Envelopes should be clearly marked at the top with the words "Application for the post of.............
Secretary, Electoral Commission
P.O. Box 22678
Kampala.
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