Communications Manager

at Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
Location Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted August 6, 2023
Category Management
Job Type FULL_TIME
Currency UGX

Description

rtners to define and implement communication priorities and activities. Liaise with donor communications officers to align strategies and enhance visibility within donor audiences.
Conduct communications-related trainings for project staff.
Define and implement audience-focused, results-driven communications strategies for USAID SSCS Activity, in collaboration with project and country leadership.Visual Design and Product Development
2. Visual Design and Product Development (50%)

Manage the development of print and online publications, videos and photo essays, conference presence and events, and social media and web updates. Write and produce creative and compelling content that conveys technical information in clear and accessible manners to key audiences, including factsheets, blogs, success stories, press releases, and others. Contribute to effective donor reporting.
3. Sharing of communication materials (20%)

Establish and implement standard operating procedures, mechanisms, and relationships for collection and organization of information, knowledge, and experience from the project and its partners, and for its documentation and distribution through relevant channels.
Manage distribution and dissemination of materials and communications assets in hardcopy and online; coordinate with HO communications and knowledge management teams to maintain a system of information sharing and to establish digital and appropriate hard copy files for all publications and project communications and assets.
4. Branding and Visibility (10%)

Ensure that the program’s identity, brand, and strategic messaging is in accordance with donor requirements and organizational strategies, and that all communications comply with the relevant USAID branding and marketing requirements and review and approval processes.
QUALIFICATIONS

Required Minimum Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Health, or other related discipline.

Preferred: Master’s Degree in a relevant field of study

Required Minimum Experience

7+ years of progressively responsible, related experience is required Experience with public health communications and relevant technical areas required Demonstrated experience developing communications strategies, annual plans, and materials related to relevant project technical areas . Experience in the production of print and digital communications content and dissemination strategies, e xperience in photography/videography

Knowledge and Skills

Excellent writing skills, with ability to convey complex technical information in clear, compelling language without technical jargon.
Demonstrated graphic design, editing, and photography/video skills.
Superior interpersonal skills and a demonstrated capacity to establish clear and concise communication with team members, senior management, and partner organizations across cultures to deliver results
Competencies

Understanding of USAID/donor, including trends, audiences, and requirements and experience in the implementation of USAID-funded global projects required
Fluency in English required
Physical Demands

Ability to travel domestically or internationally as necessary

(less than 30% time)

MSH is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, religion, creed, citizenship, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability unrelated to job requirements. MSH will take affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed and that employees are treated without regard to their race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran and disability status. In compliance with U.S. Department of Labor Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act, MSH has developed and maintains an affirmative action program and plan.

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