Senior Communications Officer – Re-advertised
Uganda National Council for Science and Technology
Job Overview
Position: Senior Communications Officer
Advert status: Re-advertised
Employer: Uganda National Council for Science and Technology
Location: Plot 6, Kimera Road, Ntinda, Kampala
Number of vacancies: 1
Required experience: More than 8 years, including 3 years in a supervisory role
Minimum qualification: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline
Salary: Not disclosed
Deadline: 13 September 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EAT
Jobspace Uganda Vacancy Summary
The Uganda National Council for Science and Technology is recruiting a Senior Communications Officer to lead strategic communication, stakeholder engagement, brand management and public advocacy. The successful candidate will help translate complex scientific and technological information into clear and engaging content for policymakers, researchers, the media and the general public.
This senior opportunity is best suited to an experienced communications professional with a strong background in media, science communication, research or policy advocacy. Applicants should have more than eight years of relevant interdisciplinary experience, including at least three years in a supervisory position, together with proven digital-content, media-relations and stakeholder-management capabilities.
About UNCST
The Uganda National Council for Science and Technology is a government agency responsible for developing and implementing strategies that integrate science and technology into Uganda’s national development process.
Who Should Apply?
This position may be suitable for candidates who:
- Have extensive experience in strategic communications, journalism, public relations or advocacy.
- Can simplify scientific and technical information for non-specialist audiences.
- Have managed communication teams, projects or institutional campaigns.
- Understand communication practices within government institutions or international organisations.
- Can confidently engage policymakers, researchers, journalists, development partners and the public.
- Have practical experience managing websites, social media and digital-content platforms.
- Possess basic graphic-design, photography and audio-visual production skills.
- Can work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and professional judgement.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Communications and Brand Management
- Develop and implement communication and advocacy strategies aligned with UNCST’s institutional objectives.
- Protect and strengthen UNCST’s corporate brand, visual identity and public reputation.
- Represent the institution as an official spokesperson when designated.
- Establish crisis-communication procedures and coordinate responses to reputational risks.
- Build relationships with government, academia, industry, researchers, development partners and other science and technology stakeholders.
Content and Multimedia Production
- Prepare policy briefs, executive reports, factsheets, speeches, press releases and talking points.
- Translate scientific research and technical findings into accessible public-facing content.
- Coordinate social-media calendars and digital campaigns.
- Manage website content, multimedia products and online-community engagement.
- Produce institutional newsletters, blogs and promotional materials.
- Support the graphic presentation of Council publications and other communication products.
Media Relations and Stakeholder Engagement
- Develop relationships with journalists, policymakers, government agencies and funding partners.
- Pitch relevant institutional and scientific stories to media organisations.
- Manage press enquiries and prepare subject-matter experts for interviews.
- Coordinate media monitoring and assess public sentiment relating to UNCST.
- Plan institutional events, press conferences, campaigns and stakeholder engagements.
- Build partnerships that support research communication and knowledge exchange.
Capacity Building and Institutional Support
- Train staff in communication, media handling and advocacy.
- Support institutional knowledge management and documentation.
- Promote the sharing of research evidence, programme results and lessons learned.
- Undertake other communication assignments given by the immediate supervisor.
Academic Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Languages, Arts or a related discipline.
- A relevant master’s degree will be an added advantage.
Required Experience
- More than eight years of interdisciplinary experience in media, science communication, research or policy advocacy.
- At least three years of experience in a supervisory role.
- Proven experience developing content and managing social-media and digital-communication platforms.
- Experience engaging senior stakeholders and decision-makers in professional or technical settings.
Technical Skills
- Excellent writing, editing and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to prepare journalistic, executive and technical content for different audiences.
- Ability to turn scientific data into engaging and understandable media content.
- Knowledge of communication practices in government institutions or international agencies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, content-management systems, Canva and Adobe applications.
- Basic photography, videography, graphic-design and audio-visual production skills.
- Strong media-relations, networking and stakeholder-management skills.
Personal Attributes
- Strong leadership and management ability.
- Proactive, analytical and solutions-oriented approach.
- Ability to develop productive internal and external relationships.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
- Adaptability, patience, resilience and flexibility.
- Ability to meet deadlines in a demanding and culturally diverse environment.
Required Application Documents
- A signed application letter.
- An updated curriculum vitae.
- Copies of academic certificates and transcripts.
- Names and contact information of three referees.
Application Procedure
Qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official UNCST careers portal. Applications should be addressed to:
Head, Human Resources
Uganda National Council for Science and Technology
Plot 6, Kimera Road, Ntinda
P.O. Box 6884, Kampala
APPLY THROUGH THE UNCST PORTAL
Application deadline: 13 September 2026, not later than 5:00 p.m. East African Time.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Official Source
View the vacancy and apply through the official UNCST careers portal.
Application Checks
- Sign your application letter before uploading it.
- Show your eight-plus years of relevant experience clearly in the CV.
- Identify the positions in which you obtained your three years of supervisory experience.
- Include relevant communication work samples or portfolio links if the portal permits them.
- Attach all requested academic certificates and transcripts.
- Provide accurate contact details for all three referees.
- Complete the submission before 5:00 p.m. EAT on the closing date.
Date posted: 31 August 2026
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