Communications Assistant

ABOUT US

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. This means that we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

We are an international confederation of 21 organisations (affiliates) plus the Oxfam International Secretariat, all working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. All our work is led by our core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness, Courage, Solidarity and Equality.

Oxfam Novib Uganda is looking for Communications Assistant.

Duty Station: Kampala with regular field travels

Type of appointment: Fixed-term Contract

Contract duration: 6 Months, With Possibility of renewal depending on budget and performance

Work schedule: Full-time 40 hours per week

Reports to: Media and Communications Coordinator

Salary & Scale: D2

Start date: As soon as possible

Deadline for applications: March 19th, 2025

CONTEXT

Oxfam in Uganda started work in the 1960s delivering development and humanitarian support as part of the Oxfam confederation, a global movement of people fighting to end inequality and injustice. Today, we continue to tackle the inequalities that make and keep people poor. We save and protect people’s lives in times of crisis. We work with people to build their resilience and rebuild their livelihoods. We enable vulnerable people’s voices to be heard and campaign for genuine, durable change.

OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION

The primary responsibility of this position is to provide communications program support and communications administrative support in line with media and communications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical:

Project Documentation and Field Visibility

• Travel to project sites to collect stories, case studies, photos, and videos that showcase the impact of the organization's work.
• Coordinate with field teams to ensure adherence to donor communication guidelines and branding standards.
• Work with program/project teams to manage a dissemination plan for communications materials, including reports.

Digital and Online Platform Management

• Maintain and update the organization’s website regularly.
• Ensure timely updates of shared digital assets, such as Inuru.
• Create compelling content for social media, increasing audience engagement and reach.

Support Media Relations

• Monitor, maintain, and update media lists and databases.
• Assist with media engagement and liaison efforts.

Support Knowledge Management & Reporting

• Develop project summaries for all new initiatives.
• Contribute to monthly newsletters and knowledge-sharing materials.

Program Support:

• Capture high-quality photography and short videos for events and field visits.
• Support the development of communications products and materials, including IEC materials, publications, etc.

Administrative & Logistical support:

• Assist with logistics related to communications for campaigns, launches, and workshops.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Of course, You have at least 1 year of proven experience as a Communications Assistant or similar experience. Degree in Mass Communications, Journalism and Media, Public Relations, Digital Media and Strategic Communications, or any other related field. You have experience working closely with the media, strong brand management experience, experience working across teams to establish communications needs and co-designing communications products, experience in sourcing, coordinating, and publishing website content, good photography skills, good verbal and written communication skills with knowledge of both internal and external communications environments. You have ability to research, establish, and maintain relationships with journalists/members/public officials. Commitment to staying abreast of communications and storytelling trends within the nonprofit industry and applying best practices and new ideas to our communications work. You have a good understanding of print and production processes, etc. You have ability to travel to Oxfam’s program locations to gather stories. Potential and flexibility of attitude to learn and take on new tasks. You have ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as the commitment to equal opportunities. You have ability to demonstrate an openness and willingness to learn about the application of gender/gender mainstreaming, women’s rights, and diversity for all aspects of development work. Commitment to Oxfam’s safeguarding policies to ensure all people who come into contact with Oxfam are as safe as possible.

WORKING AT OXFAM NOVIB

• All our work is guided by our core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness, Courage, Solidarity and Equality.
• At Oxfam Novib, we work according to the Feminist Principles - Oxfam Policy & Practice.
• Oxfam Novib is based on the power of difference. That is why we aim to attract a diverse mix of talented people who share our standards, values and principles, and who are committed to prevent and eliminate any type of misconduct.
• We have an active policy against sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, any form of abuse of power or lack of integrity and financial misconduct. This subject will be covered in our application and selection process.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Do you believe that this is the job you are looking? Then we would love to meet you! Please send your resume and cover letter.

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact Human Resource Office through +256 (0) 414-390-500.

• Only applications received before the closing date March 19th, 2025, and submitted via our application portal will be considered.
• This job opening is posted internally and externally, simultaneously. Internal candidates are given preference if they are sufficiently qualified or can be obtained in short term. We believe it’s important in our organization that our employees are offered maximum opportunities for growth in new themes and competencies. Priority for internal candidates supports this.
• At the time of a contract offer, it is necessary for Oxfam Novib to request valid references. Our candidates will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including criminal records and terrorism, financial checks or integrity screenings/references.
• Oxfam Novib reserves the right, to its sole discretion, not to make agreements regarding this job opening, make an agreement in a lower level, or make an agreement with an amended job description.

Acquisition on the occasion of this vacancy is not appreciated.