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Job Title:
Communications Manager
Employer:
International Rescue Committee
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Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Public Relations Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Monday, 3 June 2024
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Kampala, Uganda
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization dedicated to helping people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict, disaster, and climate change to survive, recover, and regain control of their futures. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC has grown into a highly respected non-governmental organization, consistently recognized for its rapid response, effective programming, and commitment to innovation in humanitarian aid.
With operations in over 40 countries and offices in major cities worldwide, the IRC employs thousands of professionals and volunteers, fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values diversity, resilience, and impact-driven solutions. The organization offers a wide range of job opportunities, from emergency response roles to long-term development initiatives, with flexible work arrangements to accommodate various needs.
Emphasizing innovation, the IRC leverages data-driven approaches and technology to enhance its service delivery, addressing critical issues such as health, education, economic recovery, and refugee resettlement. Rooted in core values of integrity, accountability, service, and equality, the IRC upholds a strong commitment to corporate social responsibility, partnering with governments, businesses, and local communities to create sustainable solutions for vulnerable populations. Through its pioneering efforts in crisis response and advocacy, the IRC continues to shape the future of humanitarian aid. For more information, visit their official website at www.rescue.org.
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Deadline:
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Communications Manager job at International Rescue Committee
International Rescue Committee
Job Description
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
This role is currently open to IRC employees only.
The IRC seeks a Communications Manager who will support country program teams in Nairobi, Kenya and Kampala, Uganda in the implementation of the IKEA Foundation funded Re:Build Program. The Re:Build is a five year 30 million Euro program that aims to support urban refugee and host communities in Kampala and Nairobi to achieve economic self-reliance through supporting (1) Access to sustainable livelihoods and (2) Ensuring that strong markets and effective and responsive city services are accessible to all. The Communications Manager will report to the Public Engagement and Advocacy Coordinator and support in conceptualizing, planning and implementation the program’s internal and external communications. He or she will ensure that the program’s messaging is consistent and engaging. The Communications Manager will prepare detailed media reports, press releases, and other publicity materials for the program.
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Technical Support and Coordination:
Developing and implementing communications strategies and work-plans, campaigns, events, and other initiatives in support of the program activities
Researching, preparing fact-checking, editing, and producing professional media and communications materials for various audiences and ensuring their timely dissemination and amplification via IRC and non-IRC communications channels at country level and, where appropriate, globally.
Developing news-worthy messages, organizing press events, handling interviews requests, and providing responses to requests from media relating to Re: Build and its work.
Drafting talking points and messages for the Office, and for sharing with communicators at regional level
Creating high quality media and multimedia content for dissemination in country, and via Re: Build platforms.
Maintaining through year-round professional interaction strong media relations for Re: Build, ensuring that media (and other important external stakeholders, such as governments, Private Sector, NGOs etc.) have strong awareness of refugee issues and are briefed regularly on upcoming news initiatives
Maintaining a prominent position in the news and for advocacy. This includes by initiating and drafting briefing notes, preparing press releases, fact sheets, press lines and guidance notes, social media outputs, etc.
Maintaining up to date specialist knowledge of matters pertaining to the region communication trends and issue.
Maintain an up-to-date database of journalists and media organizations, respond to media enquiries and build dialogue with individual journalists, editors, and news desks.
Prepare and manage the organization’s communication budget.
Ensure photos and videos for external use globally are captured with consent and shared following the IRC’s Content process.
Liase with the IRC’s HQ creative and content team to share photos and videos based on the requirements for the global content library.
Coordinate with Global Communications Officer and Partner Manager to ensure partner communications requirements are met.
Management:
Provide day to day management of staff within the Re:Build communication team
Contribute to the development of program staff in Uganda and Kenya through training and mentoring on Communication related issues.
Introduce quality assurance initiatives to address efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance concerns.
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Education: Degree in Communications, Political Sciences, Public Information, International Relations, or a related field. Master’s degree would be an added advantage
Minimum 4 years of relevant experience working in media, journalism, advocacy, communications and marketing.
Very good technical affinity for media contexts including knowledge of a wide range of multimedia, web, and digital tools.
Outstanding newswriting and editing skills and social media skills.
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