Communications /Public Relations Jobs at Wagagai Mining (U) ltd among others

JOB DETAILS:
HTS/EMTCT Officer
Job Summary
Technically supports districts and monitor the implementation of quality Differentiated HIV testing services (HTS), elimination of mother to child transmission of HIV (eMTCT) services, early infant diagnosis (EID) services and implementation of other HIV prevention programs targeting Adolescents, young people, Key and priority populations in alignment with the program objectives and set targets.

Overall Responsibilities
1. Prepare quarterly Cluster work plans & operational plans for HIV testing services (HTS), Prevention of mother to child transmission of HIV (PMTCT), early infant diagnosis (EID), and targeted HIV prevention services for Key and Priority populations (KP/PP); and related budgets.
2. Build the capacity of health workers and key community stakeholders in both Quality Improvement initiatives for and delivery of quality HTS, PMTCT/EID and targeted prevention services to KP/PP service provision through training of service providers, and quarterly on site mentorships to all supported health facilities and community structures with in supported districts.
3. Supervise and monitor the implementation of innovative strategies that increase HTS yield like APN, community engagement including KP/PP and male involvement in HIV testing and PMTCT services.
4. Supervise Health facility-community referral and linkage activities in HTS, PMTCT, EID & prevention for KP/PP and provide guidance to implementers.
5. Periodically review, with appropriate documentation, of site & district level HTS, PMTCT/EID and KP/PP cascades and ensure retention of clients along the continuum of response. Periodically review and monitor PMTCT/HCT/EID performance against set targets and submit periodic reports to key stakeholders in line with program and national reporting requirements.
6. Technically support and supervise the integration of Family planning in HIV and PMTCT services provided at both the health facilities and community intervention points in line with project objectives & National guidelines.
7. Advise on progress of implementation of planned activities on a monthly basis and address poor performance with corrective actions in a timely manner.
8. Strengthen collaborations and effective corporate, local government, and community partnerships including target community engagement of KP/PP for a coordinated and harmonized HIV program.
9. Participate in HIV operational research, documented and disseminate findings at national and international conferences, journals and medical related literature in line with Baylor Uganda research guidelines.
10. Support implementation of HIV self-testing and distribution of HIV self-testing kits among target populations at health facilities and communities.

Required Qualification, Experience and Competencies:
• A degree in Nursing (reproductive health) or related field of medicine from a recognized institution and must be registered with the relevant professional body.
3 years of related work experience in technical assistance support to districts and Health system strengthening (HSS).
Trainer of Trainers in eMTCT and EID
• 3 Years Relevant Experience

NOTE:
Applications should include a cover letter, CV, daytime telephone contact, three traceable professional references and certified UNEB certificates as well as certified University Transcripts
You must have at least a credit 6 in MATHEMATICS and ENGLISH at Ordinary Level (UCE). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

JOB DETAILS:
Communications Lead Africa
Description
Heifer International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Function
Communications Lead Africa will be responsible for the implementation of strategy by working closely with consultants and executive management, with the interpretation/ implementation of Heifer’s approved Public Relations brand and reputation management strategies; interpretation and implement Heifer’s internal and external communication engagement strategies and the development of corporate content in line with Heifer’s communication and brand DNA. The Communications Lead Africa will develop a stakeholder matrix and update as needed, identify critical stakeholder expectations, liaise with partner organizations to enhance Heifer’s interest and sustain relationships with Heifer’s key advocates and leverage influence and connections for the benefit of Heifer. This position will assist Heifer’s spokesperson(s) with the preparation of content, event co-ordination and matters related to external engagements; assist with the discovery/development of communication and engagement platforms for spokesperson(s) to articulate Heifer’s point of view. This position will develop relationships with media agencies, publications, editorial staff, and influential columnist; institute capacity building seminars and implement protocol for official interaction for media enquiries, press conferences and media visits.
The role may be located in any of the following countries: Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania Uganda, Rwanda, Nigeria, Senegal, Zambia or Malawi.

Essential Character Traits
Customer focus, drives results, nimble learning, decision quality, instills trust, collaborates, self-development, optimizes work processes, action oriented, communicates effectively, cultivates innovation and values differences.

Responsibilities & Deliverables
A. Ensure the implementation of Heifer’s PR/Brand Strategy for Africa (40%)
• Custodian and gatekeeper of corporate narrative/DNA.
• Ensure adoption of all aspects of approved PR/Brand DNA in all content –documents, presentations, brochures, adverts, and speeches.
• Ensure that corporate narrative is deeply entrenched in all internal and external communication and visual expression.
• Ensure that corporate narrative is deeply entrenched in all internal and external communication and visual expression.
• Direct Heifer Africa brand positioning business wide through cross functional and cross-team co-ordination and cooperation.
• Serve as a champion for internal PR/corporate narrative.
• Influence the tone, look, and feel of shared media platforms with close coordination with the Global Communications Team.
• Receive strategic direction and manage relationships/information flow with retained PR consultants.
• Provide feedback and observations towards refining or re-thinking strategies.
B. Position Heifer appropriately in the public domain. (20%)
• Key media interface.
• Key event organizer.
• Identifies suitable positioning opportunities.
• Mitigates reputation risk.
• Ensure top of the mind awareness for Heifer and achieve the highest visibility I the development sector in key media, by ensuring 80% positive media mention.
• Position Heifer for thought leadership through visible collaboration and participation across Africa.
• Identify suitable programs, events and initiatives for media leveraging and positioning.
• Assist with developing the business case for Heifer and ensure visibility with key business media, government and the local donor community.
• Ghosts write opinion pieces positioning Heifer Africa experts as thought leaders.
C. Responsible for Heifer Africa content development - content, look and feel across all media and engagements (20%)
• Assist with development of speeches/presentations/brochures/ infomercials/ short clip videos.
• Assist with responses to media enquiries.
• Manages all executive external and internal communication.
• Provide high quality, consistent program and thematic content based on approved communication and brand DNA in multiple media channels including press, web, and social media.
• Ensures that content, look and feel positions Africa as aspirational and Heifer as:
i. A partner in progress – an organization that prioritizes Africa because of the abundant opportunities in Africa.
ii. An organization that desires local collaboration with farmers, government, local donors, and international community.
iii. Competing for big ticket funds.
iv. Implementing signature projects which enhance local food securityand know Africans can help themselves.
v. Interested in climate change impact and issues of water in the Sahel region.
vi. Deep understanding of Africa after 45 years.
• Collaborate with Global Communications Team on production of high-quality audiovisual context.
D. Coordinates interaction with critical stakeholders (15%)
• Assist executive management to prioritize and manage engagement with critical stakeholders in media, donor community, partnerships, government, and regulators.
• Co-ordinates critical stakeholder management.
• Assists corporate spokesperson(s).
• Minimize friction with critical stakeholders.
• Scans the environment from time to time and identifies future or perceived challenges for Heifer.
• Develop critical stakeholder matrix and expectation management document to be revised from time to time (as needed).
• Develop reputation risk register – identify key reputation risk and advice executive management how to mitigate the same.
• Work with retained consultants and Global Communications Team to implement crisis management document scenario planning and shelf ready responses.
• Develop quarterly schedule of interactions between identified critical stakeholders and executive management.
E. May perform other job-related duties as assigned (5%)

Minimum Requirements
a. Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, humanities, or related degree plus a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a reputable PR/Brand consulting firm, PR, or Corporate Communications at a large corporate organization preferably multi-national. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Requirements
a. Master’s degree in social sciences, humanities, or related degree, plus three (3) years’ experience in a reputable PR/Brand consulting firm, PR, or Corporate Communications at a large corporate organization preferably multi-national. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Most Critical Proficiencies
• Knowledge of public relations work applied across all forms of media.
• Strong writing, editing and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills of building networks, partners and collaborations for media and positioning.
• Negotiation skills including ability to listen and persuade.
• Work with a global mindset preferably with demonstrated experience in working at local, and global levels.
• Demonstrated experience of working with diverse cultural groups, and gender equity approach.
• Experience in taking complex ideas and capturing in accessible ways and multiple formats – briefing papers, positioning pieces, publications, press releases, and social media.
• Experienced in identifying and managing sensitive media issues and crisis
• Ability to collaborate and build positive working relationships with multiple internal and external partners.
•Experience with the design and implementation of results-oriented communication strategies.
• Demonstrated experience managing and/or facilitating events, small convenings, and forums of experts preferred.

Essential Job Functions and Physical Demands
• Ability to inspire and support the team and give expression to Heifer’s mission through word, media, and public relations activities.
• Constant face-to-face, telephone and electronic communication with colleagues and the public.
• Ability to confidently give oral presentations and impromptu speeches to a wide range of audiences.
• May require constant sitting and moving, working at a computer for extendedperiods of time, as well as occasional bending and lifting.
• Ability to effectively plan, prepare, and present material and speeches for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
• Outstanding English writing skills and oral communication skills are essential.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
• Willingness and ability to work outside of normal business hours.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.

JOB DETAILS:
The Uganda Episcopal Conference (UEC), the legal body of Catholic Bishops of Uganda with funding from Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC) is implementing the Comprehensive HIV Epidemic Control project through FBO/PNFP health facilities in the seven CDC supported regions within Uganda. The project supports PNFP facilities in Masaka, Kampala, Mubende, Soroti, Hoima, West Nile and Rwenzori regions. UEC would like to fill the following positions with quality and highly motivated candidates able to work with a dynamic project team at the Uganda Catholic Secretariat Eligible and interested candidates should apply and attach their signed CVS copies of certificates, degrees, and testimonials. Suitable candidates residing in highlighted regions are encouraged to apply. Applications indicating duty station applied for and job reference number should be directed to the address below not later than 21 October 2022.
The Secretary General
Uganda Catholic Secretariat
Plot 672, Hanlon Road, Nsambya Hill
P. O. Box 2886
Kampala
Details regarding duties, responsibilities and qualifications are found at www.ucmb.co.ug

Job Title: Data Officer (3 Positions; one per station)
Duty Station: Hoima, Luwero, Mityana
Reports To: Regional M & E Officer
Job Summary:
The job holder is responsible for ensuring timely and quality data from PNFP supported sites, support functionality of Uganda EMR, participate in data entry at multiple sites, compile and submit HMIS, weekly surge and finer age HIBRID data of regional sites.

JOB DETAILS:
The Uganda Episcopal Conference (UEC), the legal body of Catholic Bishops of Uganda with funding from Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC) is implementing the Comprehensive HIV Epidemic Control project through FBO/PNFP health facilities in the seven CDC supported regions within Uganda. The project supports PNFP facilities in Masaka, Kampala, Mubende, Soroti, Hoima, West Nile and Rwenzori regions. UEC would like to fill the following positions with quality and highly motivated candidates able to work with a dynamic project team at the Uganda Catholic Secretariat Eligible and interested candidates should apply and attach their signed CVS copies of certificates, degrees, and testimonials. Suitable candidates residing in highlighted regions are encouraged to apply. Applications indicating duty station applied for and job reference number should be directed to the address below not later than 21 October 2022.
The Secretary General
Uganda Catholic Secretariat
Plot 672, Hanlon Road, Nsambya Hill
P. O. Box 2886
Kampala
Details regarding duties, responsibilities and qualifications are found at www.ucmb.co.ug

Job Title: Project Officer PMTCT (5 Positions, one per station)
Duty Station: Rwenzori, West Nile, Soroti, Luwero, Kampala
Reports To: Regional Team Lead
Job Summary:
The holder supports PNFP facilities to implement maternal and child health services geared at elimination of mother child transmission of HIV, EID services, differentiated services delivery models for pregnant and lactating mothers, partner services, cancer of cervix screening, retention (COT) and viral suppression among infected mothers and infants.