PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER II

Technical work in the field of Public Relations. An employee in this class liaises with other Ministries/Departments, Statutory Bodies, the mass media and/or citizens in rural communities with a view to co-ordinating the dissemination of information relating to government’s policies, programmes and projects. Work includes establishing and maintaining effective communication channels with government organisations, the mass media and the public and the preparation and dissemination of material for public information. Employee exercises initiative and independence within prescribed guidelines and work is reviewed by a superior officer through discussions and reports to determine accuracy, timeliness and effectiveness.