Communication Officer Job at UMEME - Career Opportunity in Uganda
Vacancy title:Communication Officer
Jobs at:
UMEME
Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, 9 March 2018 at 17:00 hrs
Duty Station:
Kampala, Uganda
JOB DETAILS:
UMEME is the leading electricity distribution company in Uganda supplying over 1.1 million customers across our 45 Service Centres and with a workforce of over 1,500 staff. We are committed to providing exciting career opportunities that bring the best out of people.
Are you an ambitious individual with high integrity, dedication and drive looking to develop your career prospects? Then We welcome you to a future of possibilities in the electricity supply industry!
Job Title: Communication Officer
Reports to: Stakeholder Relations Manager – Media & Communication
Department: Communications and Marketing
The Role Holder will:
Implement public and media relations activities of Umeme including Preparing media articles, press releases, features and researching topical news and social media items for publications in positively portray the company image and reputation.
Key Result Area
- Prepare press releases, topical news items, leaflets, in house journals, publicity brochures, information for web sites and promotional videos for internal and public consumption to improve company image.
- Research the Electricity Sector and market, publish relevant News articles, blogs and social media articles to influence positive public opinion of the company.
- Maintain positive relationships, network with other writers, as well as industry players such as publishers, script editor's, producers, radio personalities to influence pro-business publications.
- Prepare, format and submit material for media publication in the required in line with the brand guidelines.
- Source and maintain knowledge of publication opportunities; market the company through online presence, organising promotional events such as press conferences, open days, exhibitions, tours and visits.
- Daily reviews of business related stories and articles in the media, flag articles for actioning through appropriate response to strengthen/protect company brand position.
- Prepare briefs, articles and press releases for internal and external use in line with company policy.
- Collaborate with media houses to acquire pro-business news leads, timely gather news for internal and external consumption in line with company policy.
- Write pro-business pieces, edit, revise and review company publications that positively publicise the company.
- Degree in Communication, Journalism or related field. At least three (3) years’ experience working as a PR and relations officer.
- Adept to social media & digital platforms for communication and publication purposes in a busy environment, preferably a utility.
- Must have experience in media relations.
- Creative writing skills.
- Knowledge of standard industry software e.g. publisher.
- Must have an eye for news.
- Knowledgeable about the Energy Sector and Umeme as a business.
- Must have experience in writing and reporting.
- Must be creative and innovative.
- Knowledge about local, regional and international media.
- Creativity in social media communication.
- Journalism practical experience will be an added advantage.
If you believe you are the one we are looking for, please visit: www.umeme.co.ug/careers and fill in the job application from clearly detailing your suitability for the position in terms of required qualifications and experience by Thursday, 9 March 2018 at 17:00 hrs.
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