Communications and Knowledge Management Specialist

Develop and implement communication strategies, manage digital platforms, and facilitate knowledge sharing across MCDI projects and partners.

Communications
Kampala, Uganda
Full time
Mid Level
Application Deadline: November 8, 2025 (3 weeks from now)

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Job Summary

Develop and implement communication strategies, manage digital platforms, and facilitate knowledge sharing across MCDI projects and partners.

About This Role

Join our team as a Communications and Knowledge Management Specialist and help amplify the impact of our development work across East Africa. This role combines strategic communications, content creation, and knowledge management to ensure our insights and experiences reach the right audiences. You will be responsible for developing communication strategies for major projects, managing our digital presence, and creating systems for capturing and sharing knowledge across the organization. This is an exciting opportunity to shape how we communicate about development challenges and solutions in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies for major projects • Create compelling content including reports, briefs, newsletters, and social media posts • Manage MCDI's website, social media channels, and digital platforms • Design and maintain knowledge management systems and databases • Facilitate knowledge sharing workshops and learning events • Support business development through proposal writing and client presentations • Coordinate with media and manage external communications • Develop and maintain relationships with key communication partners • Monitor and evaluate communication effectiveness and impact

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field • 3-5 years of experience in communications, preferably in development or non-profit sector • Strong writing and editing skills with portfolio of published work • Experience with digital marketing, social media management, and website content management • Knowledge of knowledge management principles and tools • Proficiency in graphic design software (Adobe Creative Suite) preferred • Understanding of development issues and ability to communicate complex topics to diverse audiences • Experience with donor communication requirements an advantage • Strong organizational and project management skills

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package • Health insurance for employee and family • 22 days annual leave plus public holidays • Professional development budget for skills enhancement • Flexible working arrangements • Access to latest communication tools and software • Opportunity to travel for project documentation and events • Performance-based annual bonus

How to Apply

Ready to join our team? We'd love to hear from you! Send your resume and cover letter to careers@mcdint.com or use the button below.

Please submit your application by November 8, 2025.

Position Details

Department
Communications
Location
Kampala, Uganda
Employment Type
Full time
Experience Level
Mid Level
Salary Range
UGX 2,000,000 - UGX 2,800,000
Application Deadline
November 8, 2025 (3 weeks from now)
Posted
October 11, 2025
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