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Communications Officer job at Nft Consult Ltd

About the Organization

NFT Consult is a business process outsourcing firm with offices in Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Zambia, Burundi, South Sudan and UK.

We are an ISO 9001:2015 accredited Human Resource Management firm offering Recruitment, Manpower Outsourcing, Payroll and Provision of IT Enabled HR Solutions. We specialise in the Oil & Gas, Telcoms, IT and Financial Sectors and are located in Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Burundi, Zambia and South Sudan. Through the partnerships we have developed with our clients and firms offering similar services we are able to extend our services throughout Africa. We are committed to making a difference in our community through the relevant solutions we offer.

Job Description

Join our client Women In Technology Uganda (WITU) in Empowering Young Women in Uganda! Our client is seeking passionate and talented individuals to be part of their growing organization. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young women in Uganda. Are you ready to: Challenge yourself professionally? Apply your skills to create positive change? Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to empowerment? If you're driven by purpose and excited about making a difference, we want to hear from you. Together, we can expand our footprint and create meaningful opportunities for young women across Uganda. Join us in shaping a brighter future – apply now and be the change you want to see!
Position Summary:
Our client is seeking a skilled Communications Officer who can effectively plan, execute, and oversee communication strategies for our key projects. The ideal candidate will ensure clear, timely, and consistent information flow among project stakeholders, team members, and leadership while aligning communications with project goals and organizational objectives

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Duties and Responsibilities

Strategy development

  • Create and implement communication plans aligned with organizational goals.

  • Ensure communication strategies support specific project objectives and timelines.

  • Identify all relevant stakeholders and their communication needs.

  • Choose appropriate communication channels for different stakeholder groups and message types.

  • Develop key messages that resonate with various audiences while maintaining project integrity.

  • Anticipate potential communication challenges and plan mitigation strategies.

  • Determine optimal timing and frequency of communications throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Establish systems for gathering and incorporating stakeholder feedback

  • Plan and budget for communication activities within project constraints.


Content creation

  • Oversee the production of various materials like press releases, newsletters, and social media posts.

  • Reports on project progress, milestones, and achievements.

  • Tailored messages for different groups (e.g., executives, team members, clients).

  • Simplified explanations of complex project elements for non-technical audiences

  • Crisis communications: Prepare statements or FAQs for potential issues or setbacks


Media Relations

  • Serve as a liaison with media outlets and manage press inquiries.


Crisis management

  • Develop and execute communication strategies during challenging situations.


Brand management

  • Ensure consistency in messaging and brand identity across all platforms.


Internal communications

  • Facilitate effective information flow within the organization.


Stakeholder engagement

  • Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including employees, customers, and partners.


Performance analysis

  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communication initiatives.

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Qualification, Experiences and Competencies

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, PR, or related field.

  • Three to five years of experience in communications or PR roles.

  • Strong writing and editing skills.

  • Media relations experience.

  • Proficiency in digital communication tools and platforms.

  • Project management abilities.

  • Crisis communication training.

  • Industry knowledge relevant to the organization.

  • Excellent verbal communication skills.

  • Professional certifications (e.g., APR, CPRP) preferred.

  • Understanding of project lifecycles and methodologies.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication.

  • Ability to engage with diverse groups effectively.

  • Capacity to align communications with project and organizational goals

  • Flexibility to adjust strategies as project needs evolve.

  • Familiarity with communication tools and project management software

  • Ability to interpret data and translate it into meaningful narratives.

  • Calm and effective communication under pressure.

  • Guiding communication teams and influencing project stakeholders

  • Awareness of diverse audiences in global projects.

How to Apply

APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
Are you interested? Click the "APPLY" button below to submit your application.

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