Public Relation and Communication Specialist at East African University Rwanda: (Deadline 10-07-2026)

  OFFICE OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR EAST AFRICAN UNIVERSITY RWANDA (EAUR) VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT  East African University Rwanda (EAUR) has two campuses where the headquarter is located in Nyagatare District and its branch at REMERA, in Gasabo district nearby Airtel Building across the national Amahoro Stadium. EAUR is an innovative higher learning institution which offers Bachelor degree, diploma and certificate in its unique and Market driven academic programs such as film making and production, leisure Tourism, and Hotel Management, Mass communication and Journalism, Industrial Arts and Design, Education and Business Administration. To remain a leading university in quality of education, locally and internationally, EAUR wishes to recruit staff of high caliber and with a wide range of...

 

OFFICE OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR

EAST AFRICAN UNIVERSITY RWANDA (EAUR) VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

 East African University Rwanda (EAUR) has two campuses where the headquarter is located in Nyagatare District and its branch at REMERA, in Gasabo district nearby Airtel Building across the national Amahoro Stadium. EAUR is an innovative higher learning institution which offers Bachelor degree, diploma and certificate in its unique and Market driven academic programs such as film making and production, leisure Tourism, and Hotel Management, Mass communication and Journalism, Industrial Arts and Design, Education and Business Administration. To remain a leading university in quality of education, locally and internationally, EAUR wishes to recruit staff of high caliber and with a wide range of experience to fill in different positions listed below: 

N JOB Position  No of positions Location 1 Public relation and communication specialist 1 Kigali Campus

Only selected candidate will be called for exam and during written exam also successfully candidate will be called for Interview

N.B The duties and responsibilities, minimum qualifications, application procedure, deadlines and other job details are in the table below) for inquiries reach out to HR Office on the following contact addresses: (email: hr@eaur.ac.rw). 

Qualification and Working experience 

• Master’s degree holder or Bachelor’s degree in Communication and journalism or public relations with experience of 3-5 years in the similar work.

NB:Having Knowledge and skills In writing and editing skills, Digital Marketing, Website content management, Graphic design will be an added value

Key Responsibilities

1. managing an organization's image through strategic communication, handling media relations, organizing events, 
2. Keeping and organizing a PR database. Responding to information requests from the media if needed.
3.  managing and overseeing internal/external communications to build positive stakeholder relationships. 
4. Ensure media outreach, content creation, reputation management and digital engagement are properly done
5. preparing reports on PR performance. 
6. Prepare and communicate findings from quarterly PR reports.
7. Edit promotional materials.
8. Craft, edit, and distribute press releases.
9. Track University information trends.
10. Communicate with internal teams and external media outlets.
11. Serve as company spokesperson at public-facing events and press conferences.
12. Ensuring data accuracy and completeness in university reports and records. 
13.  Interacting with stakeholders at all levels, and be the nexus between the public and the executive committee
14. She/he must be fluent both in English and French.
15. Communicate and showcase the impact of the University’s work, achievements, and initiatives to the public and key stakeholders.
16.  Develop and implement a comprehensive communication and public relations strategy that ensures the University’s messages reach the right audiences at the right time.
17. Ensure consistent application of the University’s brand guidelines across all communication and visibility materials.
18. Lead the development and production of communication content, including photography, videography, audio materials, and promotional publications.
19. Provide communication and media support during university events, ceremonies, and official functions.
20.  Create, edit, and manage high-quality content for blogs, articles, news releases, newsletters, official letters, and multimedia platforms.
21. Manage and regularly update the University’s website and digital platforms to ensure accuracy, relevance, and timely information sharing.
22. Plan, create, and publish engaging content on social media platforms including X (Twitter), LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram, in alignment with the University’s mission and values.
23. Monitor audience engagement and media coverage, and prepare reports to inform management decision-making.
24. Work closely with university management and relevant departments to ensure coordinated, consistent, and effective communication across all channels.

Required Document

• Copy of all degrees
• Cover Letter
• CV
• Service testimonial of previous or current employer

Applications are done via hr@eaur.ac.rw). Deadline is on 10/07/ 2026 at 5:00 PM

Prof. KABERA Callixte, PhD

Vice Chancellor East African University Rwanda