Country Communications Officer

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner, rooted in the contexts and societies where we work. Inspired by the transformational principles and objectives set out by the SDGs, we are committed to building resilient agri-food systems that deliver food security and adequate nutrition; increasing the reliability and availability of water and sanitation at an acceptable quantity and quality; and to improving access to affordable and sustainable energy for all. In doing so, we aim to strengthen institutions, markets and effective governance within and across the agri-food, energy, and water sectors, reducing gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enabling adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises.

We are one team of over 1,600 people, the vast majority of whom come from the contexts where we work, in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia. In Uganda, SNV operates through a decentralised approach with a country office in Kampala and regional offices in Fort Portal, Lira, Jinja and Rukungiri. SNV implements donor-funded activities across more than 100 districts in Uganda, ensuring a broad and diverse impact.

Our core values of people-centeredness and respect, equity and equality, and diversity and inclusion, are fundamental to who we are, and what we do. This is reflected in our vision, mission, and strategy, which sets out our aspirations and commitments as our compass towards 2030. For more information on our operations in Uganda and SNV visit our website: www.snv.org.

Overview of the Position

The Country Communications Officer is part of the country office team. He/she is to provide administrative and operational support to the Communications team, assisting in the implementation of communication strategies and ensuring the smooth execution of daily communication activities. He/she is responsible for the development and implementation of knowledge management strategies that enhance SNV Uganda’s ability to capture, organise, and disseminate knowledge, thereby improving country impact and contributing to organisational learning.

Communication database

Identify potential visuals and documents for usage in internal and/or external communication, advise country team on development of these visuals and documents, and coordinate collection and archive. Database available with visuals and documents matching with SNV identity and positioning

Internal Communication

Collaborate with corporate communications on internal communications products and implementation, formulate and distribute internal communication within the country. Increased knowledge and understanding of staff on internal matters

External Communication

Develop external communication approach and planning for the country / region, based on corporate strategy, branding and desired positioning, formulate, edit, (ensure) produce and distribute communication materials (e.g. reports, documents, promotional videos, visuals). Contribution to increased familiarity with and branding of SNV as a high-quality development organisation

Communication Advice

Support - asked and unasked - management and advisors on communication matters, application of corporate brand and promotional activities

Contribution to increased quality of (internal / external) communication and effective positioning

Internet / intranet

Set up, maintain and manage the quality of the country website and intranet as part of SNV worldwide intranet and internet, conform the SNV website / intranet standards and marketing policy, and ensure / contribute to staff awareness and usage of the site. High quality content and lay out of intranet / website in order to increase impact on internal and external stakeholders

Press / media contacts

Coordinate press / media contact, inventories references to SNV in the press, maintains relations with the press, and may act as spokesperson to the press, edits press releases if required. High quality and consistent positioning of SNV in the media

Knowledge Management

Support the development and use of case studies, set up and maintain infrastructure and process for knowledge exchange and enhancement within the country / region, by providing advice and circulating relevant materials. Contribution to accessibility and exchange of knowledge

• A bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related field.  or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in communications, preferably within development sector.
• Proficiency in communications platforms, good written and communication skills, flexible to travel to other field-based office locations, willing to learn.

Additional requirements:

Result Communicative Flexibility: The capability of communicating a message in different ways to others, in accordance with their perceptions of the environment and reactions.

Ingenuity     

Capacity to think up inventive and smart ideas and solutions for daily problems. 

Analytical Capabilities     

Be able to unravel complex and abstract questions, separate central and side issues, and quickly incorporate new knowledge.

Initiative       

Be action- and results-driven. When possible, grab the chance to take the initiative oneself and to act directly.

Quality-orientation           

Exert oneself to provide qualitatively good work. Aim at achieving or surpassing the established quality standards in own or another’s work and performance.

Results-orientation

Undertake actions with effort, energy and tenacity, aimed at the achievement of objectives and concrete results.

Interviews Process

• Interviews for this position will be held in Kampala Offices

Cost of Travel

• The cost of Travel will be fully dependant up on the candidate

How to apply

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and motivation letter in English. Deadline is Wednesday 11th March 2026.

Working at SNV

We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from and contribute to an international global network of experts. For more information, please visit our website: www.snv.org.

NB: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.