Summary
Date Posted: Monday, February 20, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Uganda Law Society (ULS) is a membership organization established by cap 276 to provide services to its members in particular and to the people of Uganda. Its vision is to excel as a professional body in the development of the legal profession and promotion of justice in Uganda.
Its mission is to improve the professional standards of members of the legal profession and to promote human rights and the rule of law, by assisting the government and the judiciary in the administration and practice of law in Uganda.
Our Core values are: Equity and member-focused, Professionalism, Competence, Integrity, Accountability, Efficiency, Corporate Governance and Independence, Creativity and Innovation,

Team Work
The ULS is seeking for a qualified and experienced individual to fill the following position at its head office.
Position: Public Relations Officer (PRO)
Reporting to: President & Chief Executive Officer
Area of Placement: Head Office

Job Summary:
The Public Relations Officer will be the spokesperson for the Uganda Law Society (ULS) responsible for planning and directing the creation of material and content that will maintain a favorable public image for the Uganda Law Society (ULS).

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Lead the ULS “Spokesperson Initiative” by building spokesperson capacity among ULS’s stakeholders in consultation with the President and Chief Executive Officer.
2. To publicize ULS AND ITS Project activities.
3. Plan, implement and manage public relations programs.
4. Plan and budget for public relations events, programs and initiatives.
5. Conduct market research and analysis to evaluate trends, brand awareness and competition ventures.
6. Communicating ULS programs, initiatives accomplishments and/or points of view of the Organization.
7. Help in designing and reviewing a variety of promotional and marketing materials for the Society.
8. Design, review and manage the online content in media communications and media kits.
9. Monitor corporate image frequently and ensure it is in compliance with company brand.
10. Develop and implement the public relation policies and procedures.
11. Measure and provide reports on each public relations campaign.
12. Build long-term relationships with all relevant stakeholders, such as local government, media people and relevant stakeholders.
13. Produce content for various speeches, events and hearings.
14. Develop and implement crisis communications advice and media strategy, as needed and
15. Compile weekly, monthly and quarterly reports.
16. Carry out any other lawful duties as may be assigned by the Deputy Chief Executive Officer.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism, English, Communications or Marketing with a Public Relations or Advertising concentration.
2. At least four years’ experience, of which 2 must be in marketing, communication, and digital fields.
3. Having knowledge of the law will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies
1. A confident communicator and presenter
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
3. Excellent organizational and planning skills
4. Have a full understanding of media needs and media relationships
5. Be proactive, reliable, responsible and accurate with an attention to detail
6. The ability to keep information confidential
7. Tactical understanding of all primary social media platforms
8. Ability to work in high-stress environments, often for long hours
9. A wide degree of creativity and latitude
10. Self-motivated with a positive and professional approach to management


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 48

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

If you are interested and meet the above requirements, submit your online application letter, current curriculum vitae and copies of academic documents to hr@uls.or.ug 
Deadline for submission of application is 28th February 2023 at 5:00pm.


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