Public Relations Officer job at Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC) | Apply Now

Facilitate the development and implementation of internal and external communications and stakeholder engagement strategy.

Develop and implement a crisis communications plan for UAC aimed at minimizing the impact of any crisis on the organization and the National HIV and AIDS Response.

Identify potential communication or information risks and vulnerabilities and develop proactive plans to address them effectively.

Identify and utilize opportunities for media coverage in both local, national and international media in order to achieve the highest visibility for UAC.

Ensure continuous engagement of key media houses, Government Public Relations Officers, journalists and influential online personalities for objective reporting about UAC and activities of the National HIV and AIDS Response.

Establish and maintain lines of communication between UAC and the public on HIV/AIDS issues to manage the organization’s reputation.

Promote UAC activities and advocacy events through print and social media.

Coordinate the creation and updating of HIV/AIDS information for the print and social media to increase HIV/AIDS awareness, promote HIV Programs and UAC activities.

Organize Press conferences, media engagement workshops and media campaigns.

Use all forms of media to manage and shape public perception of UAC by providing accurate information, addressing concerns and maintaining transparency.