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Copywriter

(Social Impact & Nonprofit Focus)

era92 Creative is seeking a talented Copywriter to join our team and support our mission-driven clients in the social impact and nonprofit sectors. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, including social media management, annual reports, and campaign development, all aimed at making a positive difference in the world.

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Location
Kampala
Working Time
Full Time
Level
Direct Entry

Overview

era92 Creative is a fast growing youth creative social enterprise. We work with nonprofits, businesses and entrepreneurs to deliver high quality digital services that range from Web Development & Design, Film-Making, Copywriting, Graphics Design and Social Media Management. Profits from this work help us upskill youth from the slums with digital skills. To date, over 1000 youth have been impacted with digital skills and jobs through the Elevate Academy.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Content Creation:
  • Develop engaging and persuasive copy for various digital and print platforms, including social media posts, website content, annual reports, email newsletters, press releases, and marketing collateral.

  • Collaborate with clients to understand their goals, audience demographics, and messaging preferences, ensuring that all content aligns with their brand identity and mission.
2. Storytelling & Messaging:
  • Craft compelling narratives that effectively communicate our clients’ impact, mission, and values to diverse audiences.

  • Research and gather information about client initiatives, success stories, and key metrics to inform storytelling efforts and create authentic, resonant content.
3. Campaign Support:
  • Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns and fundraising initiatives for nonprofit organizations, providing creative input and writing copy for campaign materials such as landing pages, social media ads, and donation appeals.

  • Collaborate closely with our Marketing team to ensure that campaign messaging is consistent across all channels and effectively drives audience engagement and action.
4. Brand Voice & Tone:
  • Maintain consistency in tone, style, and messaging across all client communications, reflecting each organization’s unique brand voice

  • Adapt writing style and tone to suit different platforms, audiences, and campaign objectives, from formal annual reports to lively social media content.
5. Quality Assurance & Editing:
  • Review and edit copy to ensure accuracy, clarity, grammar, and adherence to brand guidelines.

  • Proofread and provide feedback on content produced by other team members or external partners, ensuring a high standard of quality and coherence.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.

  • Proven experience as a copywriter or content creator, preferably with a focus on social impact, nonprofit organizations, or marketing agencies serving such clients.

  • Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and compelling manner.
  • Strong research skills and the ability to distill large amounts of information into concise, engaging narratives.
  • Creativity and a passion for using words to inspire action and drive positive change.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines.
  • Proficiency in digital tools and platforms commonly used for content creation, such as Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign), and social media management tools.
  • Familiarity with SEO best practices and basic knowledge of web analytics tools is a plus.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.

Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive (UGX) depending on experience
  • Creative Working Environment
  • Amiable Team
  • Strong Global Social Network

Join era92 Creative and be part of a team dedicated to harnessing the power of storytelling to amplify the voices of social impact organizations and nonprofits worldwide. If you’re ready to use your writing talents to make a difference, we want to hear from you! Apply now and help us drive positive change through the art of words

If you would love to be part of the era92 journey, send an email to info@era92.com with an up to date copy of your CV and portfolio if possible.