Communication Specialist
Uganda * FULLTIME
Uganda Railways Corporation (URC)
The URC has retained a Project Management Consultant (PMC) to provide institutional support and manage Project implementation. The main role of the PMC is to provide technical and capacity support to URC in the implementation of the Project, as well as capacity building. It is against this background that the PMC now seeks to acquire the services of a Communication Specialist to specifically manage communication and stakeholder engagement related activities under the project. The Communication Specialist will be deployed to URC.
Duration: 24 Months (renewal at the discretion of PMC)
Duty Station: URC Headquarters, Kampala
Expected Starting Date: 01st June 2025
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Communications Support
• Development and implementation of a Communications Strategy for Project.
• Establish and implement effective internal and external communication practices, systems, and products for the Project.
• Support URC to undertake effective employee engagement and information sharing about the Project.
• Ensuring media coverage of Project’s activities to enhance program visibility in coordination with the URC’s Communication Manager.
• Leading document and report development for the Project including identification of success stories and other themes that can be used in communication campaigns, including developing reports, quality contents for graphics, artwork, business presentations, desktop and web-based publishing, ensuring efficient and fast processing of Project communication matters and products.
• Knowledge Management (KM) Support
• Assist in the development, implementation, monitoring, progress reporting and dissemination of KM programs for Project in accordance with the objectives and priorities laid out in the approved Project business and action plans; and ensure that lessons emerging from the project components are captured and disseminated in a timely manner.
• Development of content (text, graphics, muti-media etc) and simplification of results for reports, special issues, covers, brochures, newsletters and other custom publications for special events (e.g. posters, flyers, awards, and memorabilia).
• Stakeholder Management
• Development and implementation of a Stakeholder Management Plan for the Project.
• Event Management
• In collaboration with URC’s Communications Team coordinate key events, including, preparing invitations, relevant presentations & briefs; follow-up of speakers; preparing event materials; coordinating the technology aspects; and audience engagement.
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Master’s degree in communications, Journalism, Development Policy, International Relations, any other related discipline.
• A minimum of 10 years relevant experience.
• Professional qualifications, experience in working in donor funded projects and Government projects. Familiarity with issues related to transport sector, railway industry, climate change, and sustainable development will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrate strong customer service orientation and ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
HOW TO APPLY
All interested and qualified persons should apply by sending a motivation letter, detailed CV (PDF Format), and copies of academic and professional qualifications to:
Email: trioconsultantsltd@gmail.com
Subject Line: Application for Communication Specialist
Application Deadline: 05th May 2025 at 17:00 hours local time
Note:
Any form of solicitation will lead to disqualification.
No applications will be received by any other means.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Contact Information
Address:
Trio Consultants Ltd
Plot 1312 Owiny-Dollo Road, Behind IHK (C-Care)
P.O. Box 10256, Kampala, Uganda
Telephone: +256(0)754664242
Email: trioconsultantsitd@gmail.com
Deadline: Expired
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