Communications Officer

WWF UGANDA COUNTRY OFFICE
VACANCY ANNOUMCEMENT
Position Title: Communications Officer
Reports to: Communications, Marketing and Brand Manager
Supervises: None
Location: Kasese
Want to make a positive difference to the future of people and our one shared home,
the Earth? Working at WWF could be your opportunity of a lifetime.
All around the world, people are waking up to deepening crisis of nature loss. A growing
realization that nature is our life-support system. And that nobody will be spared from the
impacts of its loss. Here at WWF, we are helping tackle this enormous global challenge. Our
people come from hugely diverse backgrounds and with a variety of expertise, ranging from
HR and Finance to advocacy and conservation science. We welcome applications from
anyone who believes they can help us create a better future for people and wildlife.
What we do
We are an independent conservation organization, striving to sustain the natural world for the
benefit of people and wildlife. From individuals and communities to business and government,
we are part of a growing coalition calling on world leaders to set nature on the path of recovery
by 2030. Together, we seek to protect and restore natural habitats, stop the mass extinction
of wildlife, and make the way we produce and consume sustainable.
We are looking for a dynamic enthusiastic and highly qualifies person to fill the position of
Communications Officer
Job Summary
Support the implementation of WWF Uganda’s communications strategy by producing high-
quality, audience-focused content; managing digital communications platforms;
strengthening media engagement; and delivering communications campaigns that increase
the visibility, understanding and impact of WWF Uganda’s conservation work among
communities, policymakers, partners, donors and the wider public.
In this regard, the Communications Officer will;
Communications Planning and management
 Prepare annual work plans and budgets for communication, partnerships and external
relations initiatives in line with the WWF-UCO communication and the project
objectives;
 Support the development and implementation of project communication, partnerships
and external relations strategies for guiding all related interventions for the
organization in line with the WWF-UCO communication and project objectives
strategy;
 Develop, design and disseminate information and communication materials for
communication, partnerships and external relations guiding all project and
organizational interventions in line with WWF standards;
 Identify ways to measure the success of activities and ensure regular evaluation
reports are produced and prepared for individual campaigns, programmes and
projects.
Communication for public engagement and movement building
 Promote the visibility of WWF-UCO programmes and interventions with relevant
audiences/media platforms, represent the organization at international, national and
local levels in line with the WWF-UCO communications strategy and project objectives.
 Work in close partnership with the Comm, Marketing and Brand Senior Manager,
conservation programme leads to develop and disseminate quarterly bulletins
highlighting Landscape conservation activities and impact;
 Support in writing and editing website stories; social media copy; newsletters; human-
interest/conservation stories; press releases; briefs; talking points; basic multimedia
content; and quality control/proofreading before publication
 Strengthen the UCO Communications platforms through generating digital content,
content planning/calendar management, platform-specific content (LinkedIn,
Instagram), community management, performance analytics, reporting, optimization
based on insights, and maintaining a consistent publishing schedule.
 Support the delivery of creative, targeted and impactful communication, advocacy and
engagement campaigns, activities and projects, which support the objectives of WWF
Uganda conservation impact and communications strategy;
 Support the preparation of talking points and speeches for project teams;
Communications for Partnership building
 Create strong alliances and networks, support effective partnerships with international,
national, local public and private stakeholders in line with WWF-UCO communication
and Project objectives;
 Network with partners to ensure participation at partner-led public events to enhance
WWF Uganda’s visibility in the relevant operating area;
 Supports media relations by maintaining media relationships/contact lists, identifying
media opportunities, pitching stories, coordinating interview requests, drafting press
materials and supporting media monitoring
Required Qualifications and Experience
 Minimum requirement of a bachelor’s degree in mass communication (Public
Relations/Media Communication) or other related field;
 At least 3 years relevant professional experience in communications, preferably in
an NGO;
 Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
 Knowledge of website content management tools;
 Experience working on Information, Communication and Educational programmes
targeting environmental or sustainable development issues with an NGO would
be an added advantage;
 Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to be adaptable and flexible;
 Ability to work with tight deadlines and manage a number of conflicting and
frequently changing priorities;
 Demonstrated ability in digital and social media management, web
publishing/CMS, communications analytics, visual storytelling/content production,
editorial writing and editing, plus basic familiarity with design tools such as Canva,
Adobe or equivalent.
 Skills in project planning, demonstrated ability to support fundraising and
experience working with donors;
 Excellent written, oral and presentation skills;
 Fluency in English and relevant languages spoken in project areas;
 Able to demonstrate a range of communication and influencing styles to suit a
wide range of stakeholders; internally and externally;
 Ability to work in a team;
 Self-confident and well rounded, with the capacity to understand multiple
perspectives and cultural differences, and navigate them diplomatically;
 Familiar with environmental sustainability and conservation issues in Uganda, or
a strong desire and ability to learn;
 Adherence to WWF’s values, which are: Courage, Integrity, Respect and
Collaboration.
How to apply?
Email an application cover letter, Curriculum Vitae and contact details of three (3) referees
plus copies academic qualifications (sent as one PDF document) clearly indicating “the job
title” in the subject lie to; recruitment@wwfuganda.org
Deadline for applications: 27th October 2026