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Field Project Officer, Kampala, Uganda
CDI4 months ago
Job Description
Kampala
CDI
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UN Job Vacancy: Editorial Officer, Kampala Country Field Office. Recruiter: International Rescue Committee (IRC).
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What this role involves
You will shape the IRC’s public voice in Uganda, crafting clear, compelling editorial content—from donor reports and press releases to success stories and internal briefs. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with field teams to capture impact, ensuring messaging aligns with IRC’s humanitarian standards and local context in Kampala.
Key skills to highlight
Strong writing and editing in English (Swahili or Luganda is a plus), with proven ability to simplify complex program data into accessible narratives. Experience with media relations, crisis communication, and digital content management (e.g., CMS or social media scheduling tools) is critical. Show familiarity with East African humanitarian or development issues.
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Add a “Key Editorial Contributions” section listing 3–4 specific pieces you produced (e.g., a donor report that secured funding, or a press release picked up by local media). Use bullet points with metrics: “Edited 20+ field stories monthly, increasing external engagement by 30%.”
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