Advocacy and Communications Manager

Description

Nama Health Impact is a registered NGO committed to transforming community health systems in Uganda through professionalized Community Health Workers (CHWs). Operating across Mukono

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Strategic Advocacy • Develop and implement Nama Health Impact's annual advocacy strategy aligned with the organizational strategic plan. • Lead engagement with government bodies including the Ministry of Health, district health offices, and parliamentary committees on CHW policy and financing. • Represent the organisation in national and regional advocacy forums, including Uganda's Community Health Partners Coalition and the United CHWs Association of Uganda. • Monitor the policy landscape and proactively identify opportunities to influence legislation, budgets, and health system guidelines affecting CHWs and community health. • Develop policy briefs, position papers, and advocacy messaging grounded in organisational data and research. 2. Communications and Brand Management • Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy that amplifies Nama Health Impact's mission, evidence, and impact. • Ensure consistent use of organisational branding across all platforms, publications, and outreach materials. • Oversee production of high-quality materials including annual reports, newsletters, case studies, infographics, and donor updates. • Manage and grow the organisation's digital presence including website, social media, and email communications. • Craft compelling human-interest stories and testimonials from staff, CHW and community beneficiary experiences. 3. Stakeholder and Partner Engagement • Build and maintain strategic relationships with government officials, implementing partners, donors, academic institutions, and media. • Coordinate communications during high-visibility events such as donor visits, learning exchanges, and media engagements. • Support the Executive Director in preparing for board communications, funder presentations, and external speaking engagements. • Engage and represent the organisation in global health platforms and networks relevant to community health and CHW advocacy.

4. Media and Public Relations

• Develop and manage Nama Health Impact's media engagement strategy, including press releases, media kits, and journalist relationships. • Serve as the organisational point of contact for media inquiries, in coordination with the Executive Director.

• Monitor media coverage and manage the organisation's public narrative proactively. • Produce content for external publications, op-eds, and conference presentations.

5. Research Translation and Evidence Communication

• Collaborate with the Research pillar to translate study findings into accessible advocacy and communications products.

• Support dissemination of research findings to policy audiences, including co-authoring of policy briefs and summaries.

• Maintain a repository of organisational data, case studies, and learning assets for use in advocacy and communications.

6. Team and Systems Management

• Line-manage communications staff and consultants where applicable.

• Develop and manage the advocacy and communications budget in coordination with the Executive Director.

• Establish monitoring systems to track advocacy outcomes and communications reach.

• Contribute to organisational grant writing and reporting as it relates to advocacy and communications deliverables. QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS Essential

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Health, Public Policy, Journalism, International Development, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in advocacy, policy engagement, or communications, preferably in the health or development sector.

• Demonstrated experience engaging with government stakeholders and health policy processes in Uganda. • Strong writing skills with the ability to produce compelling content for diverse audiences from community beneficiaries to government ministers and international donors. • Proven track record managing organisational communications, social media platforms, and digital content. • Experience in a non-profit or NGO setting, including familiarity with donor communications and reporting. Desirable • Master's degree in a relevant field. • Experience in community health, CHW programming, or health systems strengthening. • Familiarity with Uganda's health sector landscape, including Ministry of Health structures and National Health Strategic Plans. • Experience working in or representing organisations at regional and global health forums (e.g., Skoll World Forum, UNGA side events, African health platforms). • Proficiency in graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe suite) or experience managing creative production with designers. • Fluency in Luganda or other Ugandan languages is an added advantage.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Strategic thinking and ability to connect program evidence to policy opportunity. • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Relationship building with diverse stakeholders from community level to international platforms.

• Initiative and ability to work independently in a lean, fast moving organisation. • Commitment to Nama Health Impact's mission and values, including community centeredness, evidence based practice, and equity. • Adaptability and creativity in resource limited settings.

• Discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment in representing the organisation publicly. WHAT WE OFFER • A mission driven work environment with deep roots in Ugandan community health.

• Opportunity to shape national and regional CHW policy at a pivotal moment in Uganda's health system development.

• A collaborative and values led team culture.

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

• Professional development opportunities, including participation in national and international learning forums. HOW TO APPLY Nama Health Impact is an equal-opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from women and candidates from underrepresented communities.

To apply, please submit the following documents in a single PDF: • A detailed CV/résumé • A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role • Copies of relevant academic certificates and professional qualifications Send your application to: or deliver in person to Nama Health Impact offices, Mukono. Application Deadline: 30th June 2026. Only shortl