DanChurchAid (DCA)

ABOUT DANCHURCHAID (DCA)

• Humanitarian Response
• Livelihoods and Food Security
• Civil Society Strengthening

JOB SUMMARY

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support development and implementation of DCA Uganda’s communication and visibility strategies in line with organizational objectives and donor requirements.
• Develop and implement DCA Uganda’s communication and visibility plan aligned with DCA global strategies.
• Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all communication platforms and materials according to DCA Uganda communication and branding guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with donor visibility requirements including Danida, EU, UN Agencies, ECHO, and other donors.
• Produce and disseminate high-quality communication products including:
  • IEC materials
  • Success stories
  • Case studies
  • Newsletters
  • Press releases
  • Speeches
  • Newspaper articles
  • Blogs
  • Donor visibility materials
• Highlight DCA’s work in:
  • Refugee response and protection
  • Climate resilience and green solutions
  • Peaceful coexistence and social cohesion
• Plan and coordinate photography and videography for projects, events, and field activities.
• Produce and edit multimedia content including videos, documentaries, photo stories, and digital campaigns.
• Ensure availability and proper custody of assigned organizational equipment.
• Manage and update DCA Uganda social media platforms.
• Support website content updates.

• Lead documentation of DCA Uganda programs, achievements, impact, and lessons learned.
• Maintain a centralized digital archive of:
  • Photos
  • Reports
  • Tools
  • Success stories
• Support field teams in Karamoja, West Nile, and other operational areas to document project results.
• Develop knowledge products to support:
  • Learning
  • Advocacy
  • Partner engagement
• Ensure quality control and consistency of all documentation outputs.

• Build and maintain relationships with media houses, journalists, and communication networks.
• Coordinate media coverage of organizational events, campaigns, and project activities.
• Prepare:
  • Media briefs
  • Talking points
  • Communication materials for external engagements
• Coordinate media engagement and national-level visibility events.
• Manage branding materials for events.

• Build capacity of DCA staff and National NGO partners in:
  • Storytelling and documentation
  • Donor visibility compliance
  • Ethical communication
  • Safeguarding
• Develop simplified tools, templates, and guidance notes for field teams and partners.
• Provide ongoing mentorship to strengthen partner communication systems.
• Promote localization by amplifying partner voices and showcasing locally-led initiatives.
• Develop communication materials supporting:
  • Advocacy campaigns
  • Policy engagement
  • Public awareness initiatives

• Support proposal development for new and ongoing projects.
• Contribute to:
  • Context analysis
  • Communication and visibility sections of proposals
• Develop donor-facing materials including:
  • Country fact sheets
  • Impact briefs
  • Organizational profiles
• Package field evidence and impact stories for fundraising and donor engagement.
• Identify opportunities to strategically position DCA Uganda with donors and partners.

• Integrate DCA’s climate change, resilience, and nexus programming narratives into communication outputs.
• Collaborate with MEAL and program teams to gather:
  • Data
  • Evidence
  • Beneficiary feedback
• Ensure reporting reflects:
  • Results
  • Accountability
  • Learning
• Ensure compliance with DCA and donor reporting standards.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Development Studies, or related field.
• Master’s Degree is an added advantage.

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in communications and reporting within NGO or humanitarian settings.
• Experience working in the Uganda NGO/INGO context is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with donor requirements including:
  • Danida
  • European Union (EU)
  • United Nations (UN)
  • ECHO
  • Other development partners

• Proven experience using graphic design and multimedia production software including:
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Canva
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Strong understanding of Uganda’s humanitarian and development landscape.
• Photography and basic video editing skills are highly desirable.
• Proficiency in:
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Digital communication tools
  • Social media management platforms

• Accountability and transparency
• Strong teamwork and partnership approach
• Results-oriented and adaptable
• Excellent coordination and analytical skills
• Strong facilitation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse communities
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
• Commitment to DCA values and humanitarian principles

APPLICATION