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COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Infectious Diseases Institute
Posted TodayKampala
Location
Kampala
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
mid
Deadline
July 17, 2026
Category
Other
Job Description
IDI seeks a creative, hands-on Communications Officer to lead visual storytelling for the organisation. This role sits at the intersection of graphic design, video production and digital communications. You'll turn complex research and health data into polished, on-brand content, infographics, videos, social media assets and donor-facing materials. You'll manage IDI's digital platforms and strengthen the systems that capture, organise and share our work. The ideal candidate pairs design skills with a storytelling instinct, making science accessible to researchers, partners, policymakers, and the public alike.
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Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in graphic design, multimedia arts, visual communication, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 3 years' professional experience in graphic design and video production, preferably within a healthcare, scientific or non-profit environment.
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects) and other relevant tools, including Canva.
- A robust portfolio demonstrating expertise in graphic design, data visualisation, photography and video production.
- Proven ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging visuals for diverse audiences.
- Knowledge of accessibility standards (e.g. WCAG) and best practices for print and digital media.
- Excellent project and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working across functions.
- Experience with donor-funded programmes and knowledge of public health or infectious disease topics is advantageous.
Responsibilities
- Create visually appealing materials, such as infographics, brochures, posters, reports, newsletters and presentations communicating IDI's research, programmes and initiatives.
- Develop digital assets for the website, social media and email campaigns, consistent with brand guidelines.
- Translate complex scientific data into accessible visualisations and illustrations for non-expert audiences.
- Ensure all designs meet accessibility standards (WCAG) and are optimised for print and digital platforms.
- Video & Photography Production (30%)
- Script, shoot and edit video content, including educational visuals, and promotional pieces to raise awareness and engage relevant audiences.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts, including coordinating external vendors or freelancers as necessary, to ensure scientific accuracy.
- Maintain and update the IDI website, ensuring content is current, accurate and accessible.
- Grow and manage social media accounts (LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube) through consistent, data-led content.
- Maintain a well-organised media bank for storage, retrieval and repurposing of communications assets.
- Brand, Events & Capacity Building (15%)
- Maintain IDI's visual brand identity across all platforms and documents, including donor branding requirements.
- Provide communications support for events, launches, workshops and field visits.
- Build staff capacity through storytelling, photography and videography training.
- Support emergency communications by promptly packaging and sharing time-sensitive content.
