Emergency Information Officer Role & Responsibilities

a)         Ensuring the dissemination of all emergency information to the media and public.

b)         To establish a communication link with the Head of Council and any other media coordinators.

c)         Ensure proper groups are advised of the Emergency Information Centre telephone numbers such as the media, MECG and             municipal staff.

d)         Coordinates all emergency information including media photograph sessions and interviews at the EOC and emergency site.

e)         Responsible for setting up and staffing the Emergency Information Centre, if required.

f)         Liaise with MECG to obtain up-to-date information for the media in order to prepare and issue press releases, arrange media             briefings and may be required to post information on the internet.

g)         Ensure that the Head of Council approves all media releases prior to dissemination.

h)         Ensure copies of all media releases are provided to Emergency Information Centre staff, MECG and key media officers from             other agencies.

i)         Monitor news coverage and ensure erroneous information is corrected.

j)         Maintain copies of all media information pertaining to the emergency such as media releases, newspaper articles, etc.

k)         Maintain personal log of all decisions made and actions taken.