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Communications Officer job at Solidarity Uganda | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Solidarity Uganda is a progressive organization of activists, community organizers, and political education trainers focused on building the power of poor and oppressed peoples throughout Africa and beyond. It runs Wii Otem Center for Civil Resistance and Alternatives, East Africa's only training facility specifically for civil resistance.
Solidarity Uganda has helped countless grassroots campaigns and movements in East Africa and elsewhere achieve their goals, build their numbers and power, and develop better strategies for engendering lasting change. The organization focuses on training, coaching, and capacity-building for activists and organizers to boost their social and political effectiveness.
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Full Time
Deadline:
31 Aug 2025
Job Title
Communications Officer job at Solidarity Uganda
Solidarity Uganda
Job Description
Job Title: Communications Officer
Organization: Solidarity Uganda
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Position Type: Full-Time (National Staff)
Reports to: Head of Advocacy and Communication
Contract Duration: 12 months (with potential for renewal)
Start Date: September 2025
Application Deadline: 31st August 2025, by 4:30 PM
Apply to: recruitment@solidarityuganda.org
Role Summary
We are seeking a Communications Officer who is passionate about storytelling, strategic communication, and social justice. This role will play a central part in elevating Solidarity Uganda’s visibility, strengthening our brand, and amplifying the voices of movements we support. The officer will collaborate across teams to design and deliver high-quality communications materials that reflect our values and mission.
You’ll help shape how we engage the public, partners, and press — from managing social media content to designing publications and IEC materials, supporting events, and enhancing internal communication capacity.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
To apply:
Clearly state the position you’re applying for in the subject line of your email.
Submit ONE PDF document (not exceeding 2MB) containing:
A cover letter
Your CV
Copies of relevant certificates/testimonials
Names and contact details of three referees
Send your application to: recruitment@solidarityuganda.org
Deadline: 31st August 2025, by 4:30 PM
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear from us by 15th September 2025, consider your application unsuccessful.
Solidarity Uganda is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage women and individuals from marginalized communities to apply.
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How to Apply
Support the development and production of Solidarity Uganda’s Annual Report and other key publications.
Design high-quality visual content including reports, flyers, posters, newsletters, presentations, and IEC materials.
Work closely with program teams to develop creative content for campaigns, events, and special initiatives.
Manage and regularly update Solidarity Uganda’s social media platforms, ensuring timely and strategic content.
Collect, draft, and curate articles, success stories, and visuals for the SU newsletter and donor communications.
Assist with media relations, including drafting press releases and coordinating interviews or statements.
Support internal communication efforts — including planning events and documenting organizational stories.
Train staff on basic media, communications, and documentation techniques (writing, photography, videography).
Ensure all communications products are aligned with SU’s branding and messaging guidelines.
Support donor visits, content documentation for resource mobilization, and public engagement materials.
Translate and format key documents as needed for diverse audiences.
Take part in cross-departmental communication planning and contribute to content strategy development.
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Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, or a related field. Additional training in advocacy or human rights is a plus.
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a communications or media-related role.
Advanced skills in graphic design, layout, and video editing using tools such as:
Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro
Microsoft Office Suite
Strong writing and editing skills (in both English and local languages is a bonus).
Experience with photography, videography, and digital content creation.
Strong interpersonal, planning, and organizational skills.
Self-driven, innovative, and eager to learn.
Knowledge of website management and/or HTML is an added advantage.
Commitment to nonviolence, social justice, diversity, and Solidarity Uganda’s mission and values.
Protection & Ethics Statement
Solidarity Uganda is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and fraud-free environment. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, and fraudulent activities. All offers of employment are subject to thorough reference checks and background screening in line with our Safeguarding and Anti-Fraud Policies.
By applying, you agree to comply with SU’s ethical standards and consent to pre-employment screening where applicable.
