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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
ForAfrika is an African-led humanitarian and development organisation, originally established as Joint Aid Management (JAM) in 1984. ForAfrika was founded by Peter and Ann Pretorius in response to a severe famine in Mozambique. The organisation initially provided emergency food relief and has since expanded to include broader community development initiatives.
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Communications Officer job at ForAfrika
ForAfrika
Job Description
Job Title: Communications Officer
Organisation: ForAfrika
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
This is a dynamic and field-focused role, ideally suited to a self-motivated communications professional with a strong background in humanitarian or development storytelling. The Communications Officer must have a deep understanding of the East African context, excellent writing skills, and a sharp eye for ethical, authentic storytelling.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Strategic Content Development
Lead the creation of compelling, evidence-based narratives that reflect programme impact across East Africa.
Translate technical programme reports and field data into accessible stories that resonate with external audiences, including donors and media.
Identify strategic communications opportunities that align with ForAfrika’s mission and advocacy goals.
Field Communications and Deployment
Coordinate field deployments, including research, planning, and logistics, to ensure efficient and safe content gathering trips.
Travel regularly to country offices and programme sites to gather high-quality content (stories, interviews, photography, and videography).
Uphold ethical storytelling standards, ensuring community voices are represented respectfully and accurately.
Media Engagement and Brand Visibility
Cultivate relationships with local and international journalists and media outlets.
Support the placement of stories and articles that highlight ForAfrika’s impact in the East Africa region.
Ensure alignment with ForAfrika’s branding and messaging in all external communications.
Capacity Building and Support
Mentor and coach field-based staff in content gathering and ethical storytelling best practices.
Support country teams with communication tools, templates, and guidance for consistent messaging and content quality.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in communications roles within humanitarian or development organizations.
Graduate degree in journalism, communications, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience will also be considered.
Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills in English are essential.
Demonstrated ability to work independently in fast-paced, field-based environments.
Strong understanding of development and humanitarian issues across East Africa.
High level of creativity, initiative, and attention to detail.
Proficiency in photography and videography, with experience using Adobe Creative Suite or similar content creation tools preferred.
Willingness and ability to travel frequently to programme sites in challenging environments.
High level of cultural sensitivity, integrity, and commitment to ForAfrika’s mission.
Special Requirements
This position is open to nationals or legal residents of East African countries where ForAfrika operates, including Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan, Ethiopia, and the Central African Republic.
Shortlisted candidates will be expected to provide written samples of their work.
How to Apply
All applicants should apply online at the Apply Button below
Deadline: 11th April 2025
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