Advocacy, Communications and Partnerships Officer

Job Summary

The Advocacy, Communications and Partnerships Officer will support the documentation, visibility, knowledge management and strategic communication of the Global Health Security Programme. Working closely with programme and technical teams, the Officer will identify, document and communicate programme achievements, innovations, partnerships, implementation experiences, lessons learned and impact in strengthening Uganda’s capacity to prevent, detect and respond to public health threats. The Officer will translate technical programme information and results into compelling stories, articles, knowledge-management products, photographs, videos, testimonials and digital content for government, donors, partners, healthcare workers, communities and other stakeholders.

Overall Responsibilities

1. Communications Planning and Coordination

     • Develop monthly, quarterly and annual communication plans aligned with Global Health Security programme workplans, activities, milestones and donor requirements.

     • Track communication products through drafting, technical review, approval and dissemination.

2. Programme Documentation, Content Development and Storytelling

     • Develop success stories, human-interest stories, feature articles, case studies, programme updates, briefs, fact sheets and newsletter articles that demonstrate the the programme’s contribution and             impact

     • Conduct interviews with programme staff, healthcare workers, government officials, partners, communities and other stakeholders to capture experiences, results and perspectives.

3. Photography, Videography and Multimedia Documentation

     • Capture high-quality photographs and videos during programme activities, trainings, mentorships, field visits, stakeholder engagements, conferences and events for use in reports, presentations,                      websites, social media and other communication materials.

     • Ensure photographs, videos and other multimedia assets are appropriately labelled, stored and archived.

     • Obtain and maintain appropriate consent for identifiable individuals featured in photographs, videos, interviews and testimonials in line with organisational, donor, safeguarding and ethical                                  requirements.

4. Knowledge Management and Learning

    • Work with programme technical and Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning teams to identify evidence, implementation experiences and lessons suitable for documentation and dissemination.

    • Develop knowledge-management and learning products that capture programme approaches, achievements, innovations, good practices, lessons learned and replicable practices.

    • Support dissemination of programme learning through websites, newsletters, conferences, webinars, technical meetings and other platforms.

5. Global Health Security and Risk Communication

    • Provide communication support for programme interventions.

    • Support development and dissemination of approved risk communication and community engagement materials during outbreaks and public health emergencies.

6. Digital, Website and Social Media Communications

    • Develop and package Global Health Security content for Baylor Foundation Uganda’s website and approved social media platforms.

    • Develop website stories that provide more detailed documentation of programme results, learning and impact.

    • Monitor digital performance, including reach, impressions and engagement of Global Health Security content.

7. Media and Public Engagement

    • Support drafting of press releases.

    • Support preparation of programme representatives for media interviews and public engagements.

    • Coordinate approved media coverage of significant programme events, achievements and milestones.

    • Ensure media engagements comply with organisational approval processes and applicable government and donor communication requirements.

8. Programme Visibility and Stakeholder Engagement

   • Ensure appropriate visibility and acknowledgement of Baylor Foundation Uganda, donors, government and implementing partners.

   • Support communication and visibility during conferences, meetings, trainings, launches, donor visits, field visits and stakeholder engagements.

9. Monitoring, Reporting and Performance

   • Track agreed communication deliverables and timelines.

   • Participate in monthly and quarterly performance reviews with the supervisor.

Required Qualification.

• 1. Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Communications, Media Studies or a related field.

  2. At least one (1) year of relevant professional experience in communications, journalism, photography, videography, digital communications or multimedia production.

  3. Demonstrated experience developing written communication products such as stories, articles, web content, reports or similar materials.

  4. Demonstrated practical experience in photography and videography.

  5. Experience developing digital and social media content.

  6. Experience communicating public health, Global Health Security, emergency preparedness, humanitarian or development programmes is an added advantage.

  7. Previous experience working with an NGO, health programme or development organisation is desirable.

  
  

Experience and Competencies:

• 1 Year(s) Relevant Experience

Competencies:

• 1.     Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills.

  2.     Strong photography and videography skills.

  3.     Demonstrated storytelling and interviewing skills.

  4.     Ability to translate technical and scientific information into clear, audience-appropriate communication.

  5.     Photo and video-editing skills.

  6.     Basic graphic-design and digital-content-development skills.

  7.     Proficiency in relevant software such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom/Bridge, Premiere Pro, Canva or equivalent applications.

  8.     Familiarity with website content management and social media platforms.

  9.     Ability to interpret basic digital and social media analytics.

  COPYRIGHT AND OWNERSHIP

  All photographs, videos, interviews, testimonials, written content, designs, knowledge products and other communication materials produced in the course of employment under the Global Health Security Programme shall remain the property of Baylor Foundation Uganda, subject to applicable programme, government and donor requirements.

NOTE:

Applications should include a cover letter, CV, daytime telephone contact, three traceable professional references and UNEB certificates as well as University Transcripts

You must have at least a credit 6 in MATHEMATICS and ENGLISH at Ordinary Level (UCE). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Interested?

We look forward to hearing from you! Please apply directly using the apply button below. In case you have any further questions about the role, contact us on careers@baylor-uganda.org