Duty Description
About UCU:
Uganda Christian University was founded when the historic Bishop Tucker Theological College was promoted as a university in 1997. Bishop Tucker Theological College trained clergy and educators during its 84-year history from 1913-1997. Uganda Christian University was established in 1997.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Inspire, develop and supervise the team under your supervision
- Working with relevant University divisions, faculties, departments, regional colleges and campuses to implement the University’s Communications and Marketing strategy.
- Ensure that all communication and promotional activities reflect the Uganda Christian University brand, and associated vision, mission and core values.
- Work closely with senior management and Manager, Communications and Marketing in responding to any crisis, and be part of the crisis management team.
- Design messages to communicate a positive and consistent image of the University, both internally and externally
- Manage UCU information platforms such as corporate emails, social media accounts
- Provide support in managing media relations and media coverage.
- Oversee the development of promotional materials (including on-line and visual materials and advertising) and internal and external communications in all media.
- Oversee gathering, processing of information for timely update of University online media platforms such as website, blog, face book and twitter
- Support in developing and maintaining key relationships with individuals, external groups, partner organizations, influencers, local communities and other stakeholders.
- Regularly review and edit all University publications for accuracy, correctness, style and conformity to University branding guidelines
- Provide strategic direction for the planning, management and execution of major university events.
- Represent the University at external functions where appropriate and as delegated.
- Prepare media briefs, press releases and monthly media monitoring reports, activity reports for the department
- Assist in the drawing up of the Communication budget
- Perform any other official duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Required Qualifications
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Communications or Journalism from a recognized institution of higher learning.
- At least three years of related experience in corporate communication and public relation in a reputable organization.
- Proficient written and spoken English.
- Ability to implement a communications strategy for the University, including: formulating content and material that reflects our brand.
- Knowledge of different target audiences and their particular needs for information, including different audiences inside and outside East Africa.
- Knowledge of modern communication methods including social networking and web strategy.
- Knowledge of and ability to utilize media networks.
- Ability to quickly formulate appropriate responses to inquiries from a variety of sources about the University.
- Previous experience in videography will be an added advantage.
How to Apply:
All prospective employees are encouraged to send two (2) copies of an application letter clearly demonstrating suitability together with updated Curriculum Vitae and two references (Leadership & Pastoral). Please also attach two (2) copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts. All online applications must be sent in one PDF attachment.
Send to:
The Manager of Human Resource & Administration,
Uganda Christian University,
Pilkington Building,
P.O. Box 4, Mukono. Uganda
Email to: jobs@ucu.ac.ug