Senior Project Officer - Communications

About the role

The Senior Project Officer – Communications will lead the creation and production of high‑quality, audience‑focused communications materials that showcase the impact and lessons learned from CRS Uganda’s programmes. Working closely with project teams, local partners and participants, the role will package stories, visuals and multimedia for donors, stakeholders and the public.

Key responsibilities

• Capture high‑quality photography, videography, interviews and testimonials directly from the field.
• Collaborate with project teams and partners to maintain a pipeline of human‑interest stories and multimedia assets.
• Write, design and produce visibility materials such as fact sheets, brochures, presentations and donor‑facing marketing collateral.
• Create tailored multimedia content for CRS global social‑media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram) in coordination with project teams.
• Ensure all materials adhere to CRS graphic identity and donor branding requirements.
• Provide hands‑on communications support for events, including signage, handouts and event photo/video capture.
• Develop simple content‑collection tools for field staff and partners and deliver basic training on photo/video capture.
• Manage relationships with local and national media outlets to elevate programme visibility.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of marketing and communications experience, preferably in an NGO or development context.
• Strong written and spoken English; proficiency in Luganda and other local languages highly desired.
• Exceptional relationship‑management skills and ability to influence without direct authority.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment and work effectively with diverse staff and partners.

Required skills

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and desktop‑publishing tools.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro) or Canva for graphic design, photo editing and basic video production.
• Photography and videography skills for field‑based content capture.