World Vision NGO Jobs in Uganda

Supports the work of the National Office Programmes team through production of communication materials for marketing, grant acquisition, advocacy and media campaigns. The role among others will also support the coordination and hosting of media related visits to the ADPs and projects.


World Vision NGO Communications Officer Jobs in Uganda

Key Responsibilities

Keeping the World Vision Uganda Promise to Support Offices (SO) and Donors

  • Ensuring communication/marketing resources are planned, prioritized and resourced for effective donor/SO engagements
  • Coordinate, plan and support visits to the National Office (scouting of impact stories, high quality photos and video footage)
  • Compilation of communication materials and best practices that support growth of income and impact of World Vision work
  • Working with Programmes/projects to ensure visibility plans/activities are implemented as agreed
  • Support the programme Specialists and Communications teams to compile Reports and briefs

    Program visibility, branding, messaging and designing of communications materials.

  • Work with field teams and partners to develop, pre-test and roll out IEC/BCC material (such as documentaries, posters, flyers and brochures) for awareness creation and education.
  • Coordinate the design, development and roll out of the campaign and project materials by working closely with service providers and the procurement team.
  • Take lead in the dissemination of the publications such as research findings, policy statements and reports through utilizing meetings and events.

    Advocacy and public event planning and management.

  • Take leadership in planning and organizing public events and outreaches meetings in line with the World Vision strategic priorities.
  • Build the technical capacity of staff and partners in order to carry out effective documentation and communication, as well as dissemination for advocacy campaigning and learning.
  • Participate in project assessments and design to ensure integration of documentation and communication as well as dissemination strategies.

    Enhanced documentation of Programmes (e.g. through promising practices, best practices and most significant change stories)

  • Support the field teams in integrating documentation and communication to effectively draw lessons and change stories in line with the strategy.
  • Coordinate the process of identifying, documentation and dissemination of most significant change stories and promising and best practices using multi-media platform.
  • Compile quarterly reports and bi-annual magazines/newsletters highlighting the programme progress and share them with stakeholders and donors.
  • Facilitate information sharing at the National Office and field teams with relevant publications, reports and news features related to World vision sector priorities

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required

  • Bachelor degree required with preference in communications, community development, or related field of study
  • At least 3 years’ experience in similar role, preferably with non-government organization
  • Skills in personal computing, email and general office productivity software (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, InDesign)
  • Experience with still photography, videography, and story writing style of communication
  • Understanding of transformational development and ability to translate technical language into language that is easily understandable by
    donors
  • Excellent communication and public relations skills with strong English language capability (written and oral) and ability to clearly communicate complex ideas and principles
  • Experience hosting or working with donors or visitors highly preferred

    How to apply

    Interested candidates should apply online by 13th April, 2018

    For more information and job application details, see; World Vision NGO Communications Officer Jobs in Uganda




    The Response Director (RD) has primary responsibility for directing the response from strategy to implementation, inclusive of performance and oversight of all aspects of the response. She/he should develop and maintain an efficient, cohesive team, while ensuring effective coordination and relationships with the other agencies, officials, beneficiaries, donors and all areas of the Partnership.

    World Vision NGO Response Director Jobs in Uganda

  • Develop and monitor implementation of response strategy that addresses WV strategic goals to meet humanitarian needs:
  • Ensure response is staffed to meet response needs:
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with humanitarian actors, government representatives, World Vision stakeholders, the media and general public:
  • Develop and plan response to achieve response strategy goal and objectives:
  • mplement response programme in accordance with commitments to meet international and WV standards:
  • Implement response programme in accordance with commitments to meet international and WV standards:
  • Ensure that response meets World Vision minimum quality standards and supports program improvement, reflection, learning and innovation:
  • Oversee Security function, planning and implementation to ensure response staff and organisational safety and security:

    Qualifications

  • A minimum of 5-7 years in leadership role in the humanitarian assistance and development sector, with a significant portion of this in INGOs.
  • 5 years experience in humanitarian assistance work.
  • Demonstrated understanding of key humanitarian principles, standards and best practices.
  • University degree in Humanitarian Studies or relevant field. Masters degree preferred.
  • Intensive experience in leading a multi-cultural team of professionals.
  • Experience working in a cross-cultural environment.
  • Experience working in war zones / fragile contexts.
  • Experience in engaging with governmental institutions and multilateral agencies.
  • Experience in managing humanitarian operations that facilitate innovation and calculated risk taking.
  • Experience in serving as an organizational spokesperson to media and other external audiences.
  • Effective in written and verbal communication in English.

    How to apply

    Interested candidates should apply online by 13th April, 2018

    For more information and job application details, see; World Vision NGO Response Director Jobs in Uganda

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