Fresher Public Relations Officer NGO Jobs – Youth For Charity Missions International (YOFOCHM)
Job Title: Public Relations Officer
Organisation: Youth For Charity Missions International (YOFOCHM)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Administrator
About US:
YOFOCHM is a registered Christian Non Governmental Organization (NGO) visioned to raise a God fearing youth generation for National Development. The overall objective of YOFOCHM is to help young people find value in society and for God. Through programs such as children sponsorship, leadership, mentorship, entrepreneurships, girl empowerment, charity and evangelism, we empower youths and impact communities in Uganda.
Job Summary: The Public Relations Officer will use all forms of media and communication to build, maintain and manage the reputation of Youth For Charity Missions International (YOFOCHM) in the community, non-profit sector, and with the government, in order to gain understanding and support; to manage and supervise the Public Relations Dept.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Research and analyze organization or campaign strategy by coordinating surveys, researching recent reports and articles, or constituency research
- Forge partnerships and establish fundraising strategies.
- Represent YOFOCHM and speak in public at presentations, press conferences, radio and TV interviews, and meetings
- Initiate and plan PR campaigns: defining goals; analyzing problems and opportunities; liaising with management and partners
- Writing and editing press releases, in-house newsletters, speeches, articles and annual reports
- Strategize and implement ways to maintain YOFOCHM’s identity, name and reputation
- Render support in preparing and supervising the production of publicity brochures, handouts, direct mail leaflets, promotional videos, photographs, films and multimedia programs
- Answer enquiries from individuals, journalists and other organizations
- Build and maintain good working relations with the media, including local and national newspapers, magazines, radio and television
- Organize special events such as fundraising dinners, press conferences, tours, and sponsorship event, etc.
- Advance community relations through events such as open days and through involvement in community initiatives
- Oversee all photography, videography and web designing needs of the organisation
- Manage and supervise staff in Public Relations Department/Marketing
- Handles sponsorship activities, Conduct department / general meetings
- Maintain lines of communication with upper level directors
- Keep track of department performance and implement new strategies if necessary
- Prepare and submit monthly written reports
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant for the Youth For Charity Missions International (YOFOCHM) PRO job placement should preferably hold a University degree or diploma in Public Relations, Journalism and communication or related field.
- At least two years of prior work experience.
- Significant experience in public speaking.
- Self motivated and a possesses a high level of maturity
- Should be self directed and able to follow tasks through
- Fundraising and proposal writing experience is required
- Previous working experience in the NGO setting is an added advantage
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to persuasively communicate to media in a high standard
- Ability to analyze and research.
- Good problem-solving skills
- Strategic thinker with the ability to implement new programs or changes
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop and maintain relationships
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Adobe premiere, etc
- Proficiency in photography, videography and web designing.
- Should be Christian with high sense of maturity and self direction.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send the following;
A handwritten application letter with an updated CV with academic qualifications addressed to the Executive Director
- A church recommendation letter (Should be God fearing)
- Copy of National identification card & LC 1 letter
- Two passport photos
Deliver your applications to: Youth For Charity Missions International (YOFOCHM) – Kitintale, Off Old Portbell road near Umeme / Water offices in Kitintale or email to: info@yofochm.org or Send it thru: P.O Box 7881 Kampala, Uganda
Note: Applicants should be residents of Kitintale, Bugolobi, Luzira, Mutungo, Bbina, Mbuya, Kiswa, Butabika, Kirombe, Portbell & the surrounding.
Deadline: 15th April 2018
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