Information Officer

Information Officer (MCG/IE 4) Salary Range: $3,770,761.00 - $5,071,254.00 per annum

Information Officer (MCG/IE 4) Salary Range: $3,770,761.00 - $5,071,254.00 per annum

JOB PURPOSE:

Under the supervision of the Director of Information & Training, the Information Officer is responsible for facilitating the design and execution of public relations and public education programs to enhance public awareness and education about disaster management matters and the work of the organization.                          

MAIN FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares press releases, news and feature articles and other material for dissemination by the media, and coordinates other media activities and events
• Prepares messages, speeches, briefing papers, other presentation materials for the DG and Senior Managers
• Participates in the development and/or updating of communication strategies ensuring an effective relationship is maintained with the media and other stakeholders; internal and external.
• Manages Social Media Platforms.
• Coordinates special calendar events and special projects undertaken by the department and/or hosted by ODPEM
• Participates in preparation of the department’s administrative process, such as reports, policies, operational plans, budget and individual work plans.
• Assumes assigned role during mobilization of the NEOC in the event of a national disaster.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Strong communication skills; oral and written
• Sound analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skill with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to use tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines
• Skilled in creativity, innovation
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity
• Ability to multi-task and respond quickly to changing situations

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Understanding of the local media industry and social media platforms
• Sound knowledge of various channels of Communication and ability to effectively use them.

REQUIRED EDUCATION /EXPERIENCE:

• Undergraduate degree in Mass Communications, Public relations, or comparable discipline