Communications Officer
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Reporting to: Program Director
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 5 years
Earliest Start Date: September 1, 2025
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The Communications Officer will be responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive communications strategy for the accelerator program. This includes content development, branding, stakeholder engagement, event promotion, and maintaining a strong digital presence.Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a content calendar covering key program milestones, events, venture stories, and success highlights.
- Design visually compelling assets using Canva and similar tools for social media, newsletters, and reports.
- Manage digital channels (website, X, LinkedIn, Instagram) to promote the program and its ventures.
- Coordinate media coverage, press releases, and storytelling around venture impact and ecosystem engagement.
- Work closely with the MEL team to translate data into compelling visual and written communications. Support the planning and promotion of Demo Days, Swarm Summits, market access events, and alumni features.
- Maintain a consistent and professional brand voice across all platforms.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Media, or related field.
- 4+ years of experience in communications, preferably in a development or startup ecosystem setting.
- Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Suite, and digital content creation tools.
- Strong writing, storytelling, and editing skills.
- Experience managing websites and social media platforms.
- Creative, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
