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Job Summary

Job Title:
Communications Manager
Employer:
Media Challenge Initiative
Location:
Kampala
Country:
Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Public Relations Jobs
Number of Positions:
Deadline:
Wednesday, 6 May 2026

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About Media Challenge Initiative (MCI) Media Challenge Initiative (MCI) is seeking a dynamic and versatile Communications Manager to support the strategic communication needs of our dual NGO–social enterprise model in Kampala. The role is central to amplifying MCI's mission of shaping a humane and healthy media ecosystem through youth-driven storytelling, narrative change, and sustainable media futures.

Full-time

Deadline: 

6 May 2026

Communications Manager Job at Media Challenge Initiative

Media Challenge Initiative

Job Description

Media Challenge Initiative (MCI) is seeking a dynamic and versatile Communications Manager to support the strategic communication needs of our dual NGO–social enterprise model in Kampala.

This position focuses on content creation, multi-channel communication, media relations, and visibility efforts. It goes well beyond social media management, requiring strong writing, storytelling, and organizational skills.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
  • 1. Content Creation & Storytelling
  • Research, write and edit clear, engaging and accurate content including press releases, newsletters, website articles, blog posts, impact reports and donor updates
  • Develop human-interest stories and narrative pieces that highlight youth voices, media development work and MCI's impact
  • Adapt content for different audiences and formats (digital, print and presentation materials)
  • 2. Digital and Multi-Channel Communications
  • Plan and manage the day-to-day social media content calendar and posting across MCI platforms
  • Contribute to broader digital communication strategies including email newsletters and website updates
  • Support the production of communication materials for campaigns, events and community activations
  • 3. Media Relations & External Visibility
  • Draft media pitches, press releases and talking points
  • Build and maintain relationships with journalists and media outlets
  • Coordinate responses to media inquiries and facilitate interviews when required
  • 4. Event and Campaign Support
  • Assist in planning and delivering communication activities for events, workshops, launches and campaigns
  • Prepare communication kits, promotional materials, and post-event reports
  • 5. Monitoring, Reporting & Documentation
  • Track communication performance metrics (reach, engagement, media mentions) and prepare regular reports
  • Maintain an organized archive of communication assets, photos and documents
  • Support the development and updating of MCI's brand guidelines and messaging framework

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.

Interested candidates should submit the following as one PDF file to hr@mciug.org. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. A detailed CV highlighting relevant communications experience. A cover letter (maximum 1 page). One recent writing sample (press release, article, blog post or report). Ready to Apply? Send your CV and cover letter to hr@mciug.org before 6th May, 2026.

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