Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 08, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
2 Communication / Public Relations Officer

Job Summary
To assist in planning and implementation of the Bureau's public relations programs, specifically updating the Bureau's communication platforms and monitoring media coverage of the Bureau's activities.

Key Results Areas
• Document UBOS and other activities of interest by stakeholders in the National Statistical System through videography and photography.
• Produce edited activity videos, video clips and documentaries for screening at different UBOS and related meetings, workshops, exhibitions and post on the UBOS You Tube Channel.
• Collate and analyses media coverage and produce a daily press digest about UBOS and her activities as well as reports and application of statistics in the media.
• Research, write and distribute press releases to targeted media.
• Develop and maintain the UBOS digital photo and video gallery.
• Maintain the UBOS social Media Platforms namely the Facebook and twitter accounts.
• Prepare and supervise the promotional videos, photographs, films and multimedia programs.
• Devise and coordinate photo opportunities.
• Take responsibility for the UBOS digital equipment.
• Liaise with the media and secure or provide digital content of specific interest to the Bureau.
• Call and facilitate media engagements including press conferences.
• Develop and maintain a media partners' database.
• Write and edit in-house magazines, case studies, speeches, articles and annual report.
• Design and produce artwork for the different publicity materials.
• Maintain and update information on UBOS website
• Prepare and supervise the production of publicity brochures, handouts, and direct mail leaflets.
• Manage and develop programs for the visiting missions from abroad.
• Responsible for front operations including customer care
• Develop and maintain a database for all visiting guests to UBOS
• Manage all protocol issues including securing air-tickets, visas and
• confirmation of itineraries and travel for staff and visiting clients
• Develop customer services policies.
• Develop and manage a visitor's data base for the bureau.
• Provide technical input and handle participant relations at UBOS
• workshops, conferences and meetings.
• Participate in various publicity and advocacy programs of the Bureau

Minimum Requirements
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree with honors Mass Communications, Journalism, or other related course.

Experience:
• Experience at least 2 years' working experience in the area of customer care and protocol in a reputable organization
• Demonstrated experience in writing, editing and production of advocacy and publicity materials including newsletters and bulletins

Skills and Behavioral attributes
• Computer literate, able to use of Microsoft office Applications (MS Excel, MS Word, Power point)
• Professionalism, Integrity, team spirit
• Good communication skills
• Objective and independent
• Problem solving skills Confidence, patience, politeness, tact and diplomacy when dealing with difficult situations
• Creative thinking to be able to come up with new ideas
• An ability to work under pressure
• Organizational and planning skills
• Report writing skills

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
If you believe you fit the required profile, please submit your application through the online application system available at the UBOS Website:
https://www.ubos.org/uboshr/public/login  not later than close of business 19th August, 2022 at 5pm. Hardcopies shall not be accepted.
All applicants must attach relevant soft copies of academic transcripts, certificates and relevant appointment letters. (PDF copies maximum 10MB).
UGANDA BUREAU OF STATISTICS IS AN ALL EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ORGANISATION.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. All tendered in documents shall be verified with the relevant authorities. Any form of lobbying and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

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