Summary
Date Posted: Friday, January 24 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Company Description
SNV is a mission-driven global development partner, rooted in the contexts and societies where we work. Inspired by the transformational principles and objectives set out by the SDGs, we are committed to building resilient agri-food systems that deliver food security and adequate nutrition; to increasing the reliability and availability of water and sanitation at an acceptable quantity and quality; and to improving access to affordable and sustainable energy for all. In doing so, we aim to strengthen institutions, markets and effective governance within and across the agri-food, energy, and water sectors, reducing gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enabling adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises.
We are one team of over 1,600 people, the vast majority of whom come from the contexts where we work, in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia. In Uganda SNV operates through a decentralised approach with a country office in Kampala and regional offices in Fort Portal, Lira, Jinja and Mbarara. SNV implements donor-funded activities across more than 100 districts in Uganda, ensuring broad and diverse impact.
Our core values of people-centeredness and respect, equity and equality, and diversity and inclusion, are fundamental to who we are, and what we do. This is reflected in our vision and mission, and strategy, which sets out our aspirations and commitments as our compass towards 2030. For more information on our operations in Uganda and SNV visit our website: www.snv.org.

Project information
Stagnating poverty, unpredictable shocks, due to climate change, ecological degradation, rising social inequalities, declining food security and challenges in achieving the required just energy transition will continue to be an issue in the coming decades, negatively impacting incomes, livelihoods, and productivity. Energy is a critical element of any agri-food system; it is largely driven by fossil fuels and the large, centralised machinery it powers is often inefficient and inappropriate to the needs of small food producers. Despite the intricate linkages between the two sectors, solutions are largely siloed, short-term in nature, and lessons are not shared. The result is further inefficiencies and outcomes that can even prove to be counter-productive in the broader ecosystem.
It is imperative to re-think the linkages between agri-food and energy systems to alleviate the pressures on socio-economic conditions and natural resources that perpetuate poverty. Traditional, extractive, energy-intensive, centralised models around the supply, consumption, and disposal of food and energy need to be challenged. SNV believes an approach is required that can bridge the gap between these sectors, break silos and shape solutions that work with and for the targeted ecosystem actors.
The Seas of Change Uganda project is envisioned as a 10-year project in two implementation phases that will work at the nexus of the regenerative agriculture (RA) and productive use of renewable energy (PURE) areas. The project will apply an innovative hybrid implementation model where it leverages existing initiatives and expertise within the ecosystem and connects actors to facilitate processes and encourage synergies.
The Seas of Change Uganda project falls under the Strategic Partnership umbrella programme. The Strategic Partnership programme will provide strategic steering and support to the RA-PURE nexus portfolio (in and beyond SNV), with dedicated programmes towards advancing the RA-PURE nexus in Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda.
The program will be implemented in 30 districts in four regions of Uganda. Initial efforts will focus on 15 districts in the Central Region (Masaka, Mpigi, Mubende, Luwero, Nakasongola, and Kayunga), Eastern Region (Mbale, Iganga, and Jinja), Lango sub region (Lira) and Western Region (Mbarara, Kabarole, Isingiro, Kasese, and Ntungamo). The program will then move into 15 additional districts in the Central Region (Mukono, Kalungu, Lwengo, Kyankwanzi, Kiboga, and Lyantonde), Eastern Region (Kween and Kamuli), Lango sub region (Apac, Dokolo, and Otuke) and Western Region (Kamwenge, Bushenyi, Kyenjojo, and Sheema).

Overview of the Position
The Communications and Advocacy Advisor will play a pivotal role in ensuring the Seas of Change (SoC) Uganda project achieves its transformative vision by strategically communicating its goals, amplifying its impact, and driving policy engagement. The role will focus on crafting and implementing an integrated communication and advocacy strategy to enhance visibility, foster stakeholder collaboration, and influence policy and practice at national and regional levels. He/she will build awareness of the RA-PURE nexus, strengthen partnerships, and support the embedding of sustainable practices into policies and systems.

Job Description
• Act as a communication’s technical expert for the project and aim to create an enabling environment by sharing knowledge, understanding stakeholders and environment for the implementation of the project to meet its objectives.
• Contribute to internal and external knowledge development while ensuring lessons learned are shared and applied in daily practice.
• Oversee the development of learning products, ensuring that insights from the project are effectively communicated to diverse audiences.
• Manage the project’s knowledge repository with easy access to reports, case studies, and multimedia resources.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to design and deliver advocacy campaigns that promote the adoption of RA-PURE solutions.
• Engage with policymakers, government agencies, and regional bodies to integrate RA-PURE principles into national and regional frameworks.
• Create compelling communication products, including newsletters, press releases, case studies, blogs, social media posts, and multimedia content, to showcase project achievements.
• Build, maintain and utilise relationships with relevant stakeholders, represent SNV and identify opportunities for Business Development policies and procedures.

Qualifications
• A Master’s degree in Mass communication, Journalism and any other related courses.
• Proven track record with over 10 years in international development organisation.
• Strong oral and excellent written professional communication skills and a proficient editor.
• Networking skills, ability to build or expand networks with relevant people and organisations ·
• Project communications management skills and experience working and managing external service providers and consultants.
• Proficient in the use of digital technologies, including Canva, Adobe and cloud-based systems such as Office 365.

Additional Information
Conceptual thinking: Having and gaining insight into situations, problems and processes. Deconstructing problems and systematically investigating the various components. Having a complete picture of the context and overview of the whole problem.
Coaching: Encouraging and guiding employees to make their performance more effective and to enhance their self-perception and problem-solving skills.
Focus on quality: Setting high quality standards and striving for continuous improvement and quality assurance.
Result orientation: The ability to take direct action to attain or exceed objectives.
Persuasiveness: The ambition to win over other people for one’s views and ideas and to generate support.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 120

Level of Education: Associate Degree

Job application procedure
• If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and motivation letter in English. Deadline is Wednesday 12th February 2025.
• Working at SNV
• We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from and contribute to an international global network of experts. For more information, please visit our website: www.snv.org.

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