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Head of Department - Public & Media Relations job at Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) | Apply Now
Are you looking for Management jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Head of Department - Public & Media Relations job at Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS)
About the Organisation
Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) is the national statistical agency mandated to coordinate, supervise, and monitor the National Statistical System (NSS) to ensure the production of quality, timely, and relevant official statistics for informed decision-making and national development. With a strong reputation for statistical excellence and integrity, UBOS plays a critical role in shaping Uganda’s socio-economic planning by providing data used by government, private sector, civil society, and development partners.
The organization fosters a professional and collaborative work culture that values competence, integrity, and innovation, offering diverse career opportunities, structured training programs, and flexible work arrangements to enhance employee growth and effectiveness. Established by the UBOS Act of 1998, the Bureau has evolved into a modern data-centric institution that leverages advanced technology and international best practices in data collection, analysis, and dissemination. Its business model focuses on decentralization and inclusivity, with statistical offices across all regions of Uganda ensuring nationwide coverage and accessibility.
UBOS is grounded in core values of professionalism, objectivity, user-focus, and accountability, and is committed to corporate social responsibility through promoting statistical literacy, engaging with communities during census and surveys, and supporting evidence-based governance. For more information, visit www.ubos.org.
Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) is a semi-autonomous agency of Government responsible for maintenance, coordination, supervising and monitoring of the National Statistical System to ensure the collection, analysis and dissemination of standardised statistical information. The Bureau is also mandated as the principal official statistics producing agency in the country. The Bureau is also mandated as the principal official statistics producing agency in the country.
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Head of Department - Public & Media Relations job at Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS)
Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS)
Job Description
Job Title: Head of Department - Public & Media Relations
Organisation: Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Reference: UBOS/HoD/PMR/01/2025
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Develop the PR and Media Relations strategy, the Content and the Stakeholder Management strategies and ensure compliance.
Develop and implement an internal communication crisis management plan to protect the image and brand of the Bureau.
Manage all publicity campaigns to ensure communication integration across the various platforms.
Establish and maintain high level relationships with external stakeholders including Partners.
Review, analyze and evaluate the effectiveness and impact of all communication programs and develop strategies to enhance their effectiveness.
Support the Executive Committee and Management in the development and implementation of key messages.
Promote staff engagement through the creative usage of internal communication channels/platforms and tools.
Vet and approve all service contractors used for corporate events.
Oversee the execution of corporate events in liaison with the respective Departments.
Produce and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Develop the department’s annual workplan, procurement, training and recruitment plans.
Direct staff in the department, conduct performance appraisals, as well as identify training and development needs
Participate in the recruitment of departmental staff in collaboration with Human Resources.
Prepare and submit accountability for financial resources.
Perform any other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Master’s Degree in mass communication, Journalism, Public and Media Relations or any other relevant field
A Post graduate diploma in Management, Public Administration is an added advantage.
An Honour’s Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Media Studies or a relevant field.
Experience and Other requirements:
8 years’ experience with at least two (2) years at Principal Officer level
Professional qualification in communications
Analytical, Interpersonal skills, Report writing, Communication skills.
Must be knowledgeable in the use of computer applications
Proven leadership skills
Objectivity and independence
Possess the ability to work as a team.
Analytical, interpersonal and change management skills.
How to Apply
If you believe you meet the required profile, please see the job details on the UBOS Website and submit your application through the online application system available on the UBOS Website.
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Deadline: 24th January 2025
