Communications Lead at Refugees Seeking Equal Access at the Table (R-SEAT) Uganda

Job Description

Join the Movement!

Catalyze Meaningful Refugee Participation Globally Through Strategic Communications:

The challenges facing refugees and forcibly displaced people are more pressing than ever. Systems are strained, and the need for inclusive, transformative solutions has never been greater. As a leading global refugee-led organization (RLO) driving systemic change, Refugees Seeking Equal Access at the Table (R-SEAT) works to operationalize meaningful refugee participation as a tool to enhance the responses of the global refugee system.

We’re seeking a Communications Lead who is driven, tech-savvy, creative, and prepared to lead on all Communications work for a fast-moving, international team. Over the past few years, R-SEAT has harnessed the power of strategic communications to elevate refugees and refugee-led organizations, and we want to drive this impact further. This role is based in Mexico, Colombia, Lebanon, Syria, Kenya, or Uganda, and candidates with lived experience of forced displacement are highly encouraged to apply. Applicants with advocacy or organizing experience are also highly encouraged to apply!

Please note: Only applicants based in the listed countries will be considered. Applications not meeting this criterion will not be processed.

If you are ready to drive this movement, connect its actors, and create lasting impact, we want to hear from you!

About R-SEAT

R-SEAT is an international RLO working to enhance the effectiveness of global refugee responses by co- designing transparent, structured, and institutionalized refugee advisory mechanisms. These mechanisms amplify and activate refugee leadership ecosystems and increase the participation of refugees at state levels in a meaningful, sustainable, and transformative way. Our work centers on three key pillars:

1.       Engage: R-SEAT collaborates with strategic partners, including building capacity and securing commitments from governments, to establish refugee advisory mechanisms at the national level. These mechanisms institutionalize meaningful refugee participation in the global refugee system as a tool to enhance its outcomes and responses.

2.       Amplify: R-SEAT shifts the narrative surrounding RLOs and refugee leaders, positioning them as critical, respected, and recognized partners in shaping refugee responses at all levels.

3.       Connect: R-SEAT facilitates dynamic connections between refugees, RLOs, and other stakeholders such as private philanthropy, governments, and INGOs, creating a reciprocal network that promotes knowledge-sharing and resource mobilization.

As the Communications Lead, you will platform and enhance R-SEAT’s mission by:

·       Creating Strategic Communications Materials: Designing compelling, accessible, and visually engaging content tailored to diverse audiences to effectively broadcast and elevate our work.

·       Supporting the Refugee Leadership Ecosystem: Identify key opportunities for advocates with lived experience of forced displacement and elevating their voices for broader visibility and impact.

·       Enhancing Our Amplify Work: Shifting the narrative on refugee leadership by showcasing transformative stories, achievements, and insights with a global audience.

·       Strategizing Advocacy for Impact: Leveraging social media and other communication channels to share calls to action, key updates, and messages that mobilize and unite our networks.

·       Growing Our reach: Expanding and energizing R-SEAT’s communications presence across platforms to strengthen engagement, broaden our community, and deepen our influence

We want someone bold, visionary, and driven to create meaningful change. You must:

·       Be based in Mexico, Colomia, Lebanon, Syria, Kenya, or Uganda.

·       Be passionate about refugee issues and skilled at building communities.

·       Have a strong sense of creativity and an eye for design.

·       Have the technical skills to utilize design platforms, mailing systems, and other relevant tools.

·       Be a fluent and professional communicator in English.

·       Be able to travel regionally, and preferably internationally.

·       Embrace flexibility and thrive in a remote-work environment.

·       Have strong leadership skills, be self-motivated, and take initiative and ownership over tasks and outcomes.

Strong candidates will also:

·       Have lived experience of forced displacement. Please refer to R-SEAT’s definition of lived experience of forced displacement: https://www.instagram.com/refugeesseat/

·       Have strong knowledge and/or experience of regional forced displacement processes and initiatives regionally or globally.

·       Be familiar with global governance structures and global refugee initiatives such as the Global Compact for Refugees and the Global Refugee Forum.

What We Offer

1.       A chance to lead a transformative movement in a fast-growing, mission-driven organization.

2.       A full-time position with a competitive salary aligned with the market rates for managerial or senior managerial roles in the applicant’s country of residence, ensuring equity and recognition of experience and qualifications.

3.       A flexible working environment.

4.       A supportive global team committed to the meaningful participation of refugees, reimagining global systems, and aiming to create better responses for refugees globally.

How to Apply

Please apply through the form and upload the following:

·       A cover letter

·       Your up-to-date CV

·       Contact information for two references

Last day to apply

Jan 16th 2026

If you have any issues with the form, please send an email to info@refugeesseat.org.