Deputy Chief Public Relations, Vice Chancellor’s office at Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda

Job Description

Key, Duties and Responsibilities

Implement the Makerere University Communications policy;
Provide Leadership in development and implementation of Communication strategies and plans in collaboration with the Colleges;
Serve as Secretariat to the office of the Vice Chancellor in all communications fora of Makerere University;
Participate in strategic planning, budgeting, execution, accountability and reporting on communications and International Relations;
Write news articles, reports and periodicals;
Constructively engage the media to build a positive image of the University;
Represent the Communications and International Relations Office in strategic fora in Makerere University and beyond.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Mass Communication or Journalism or Public Relations or Literature in English;
Honors Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication or Journalism or Public Relations.