Job Title: RELATIONS OFFICER
About this Job:
ICPAU is a professional accountancy body established by The Accountants Act, Cap 266. Its main functions are to regulate and maintain the Standard of Accountancy in Uganda; and to prescribe or regulate the conduct of accountants in Uganda.
The Institute seeks to recruit dynamic, visionary, courteous, self motivated, energetic and committed professionals of high integrity who can bring expertise in their fields.
The ideal candidates should:
• Have a good command of the English language (both spoken and written).
• Have excellent communication and computer skills.
• Have strong leadership and interpersonal skills; and resourceful team builders/players.
• Have analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Be creative, innovative and sensitive to quality
RELATIONS OFFICER (1 vacancy) - Ref: GR03/03/12
Reports to: Senior Relations Officer Major Responsibilities:
• To assist in the promotion the Institute’s image.
• To participate in the enrolment drives for students and members.
• To assist in the production of promotional materials for the Institute.
• To assist in the promotion and creation of partnerships for the Institute and the profession.
• To assist in the promotion of the Institute’s programmes and activities
• To assist in promoting the use of ICT in reaching the Institute’s stakeholders.
• To assist in the coordination and organisation of meetings.
• To participate in the preparation of the Institute’s plans.
Requirement:
Qualifications, Experience and Attributes
A degree in marketing, public relations, mass communication, education, social sciences or business related degree. A post graduate qualification is an added advantage.
At least 2 years of relevant working experience.
Should possess good negotiation and computer skills.
HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants should write to the address below describing how they qualify for the position by MONDAY, 16 APRIL 2012, quoting the Job Reference Number provided. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Your application should include a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, three references including at least two from previous employers, and functioning telephone numbers/e-mail addresses. Send your application with all the necessary documents in a sealed envelope quoting the job reference number on the envelope to the address below: Secretary, Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda, 42 Bukoto Street, Kololo, P. 0. Box 12464, Kampala, Uganda, Website: www.icpau.co.ug
