Technical Lead Communications job at Lutheran World Federation | Apply Now

Takes the lead in the development, planning, and implementation of LWF communications strategy; works with various sector heads, LWF partners and affected communities to implement the communication strategy and incorporate it into the overall country strategy

Coordinates production of a diverse range of information products (including audio/visual communications) to ensure LWF visibility and branding

Regular field visits to capture information for content creation and build the capacity of individual staff at field level in order to assist with content production: photos and storytelling in particular

Builds the capacity of key staff on a range of communications issues, methods, and approaches in order to achieve the LWF communications strategy

Provides advice and guidance to LWF senior staff, and particularly the Country Representative on communications messaging for particular meetings and events at short notice

Supports institutional fundraising by working with teams and applying expertise in order to ensure highly competitive proposals

Anticipates and resolves communications public relations controversies through crisis communication skills

Develops and prepares communications and key messaging material for LWF Uganda, including fact sheets, reports, promotional materials, and talking points for core management staff when necessary.

Lead on content production and curation for the website, print publications and social networking sites.

Ensures consistency in terms of voice, branding, messaging and frequency of posting via digital channels.

Handles media enquiries and creates effective press releases to gain positive press coverage; provides talking points and other materials as needed for senior staff; responds to media inquiries quickly and effectively.

Evaluates results and impact of outreach communications; reports on developments, trends and attitudes regarding the LWF work in Uganda.