By: Lamin B. Darboe
Information officer, MoPS
The Minister of Information, Media and Broadcasting Services has described the role of Communication Officers as significant in the promotion of the government’s development agenda by transmitting information about the government’s activities to the citizenry through various channels of communication.
Dr. Ismaila Ceesay made this remark in his statement delivered on Monday 28, 2024 as he presided over the official opening ceremony of a five-day training workshop for Government Communication Officers on Social Media Management underway at NaNA Conference Hall, Bakau.
Minister Ceesay added that they contribute to public understanding of government policies, programs, and projects and raise awareness of noteworthy trends and achievements.
“My ministry through the Department of Information Services, is committed to ensuring that all Communication Officers have the required skills and equipment to carry out their responsibility,” Minister Ceesay assured.
He assured further that his ministry in collaboration with the Department of Information Services will continue to capacitise Communication Officers by expanding opportunities for communications skills acquired through collaboration with international and bilateral partners, NGOs, CSOs, and educational institutions in order to reduce the deficit in communication skills education.
According to minister Ceesay, the training is an important step in his sector’s drive towards molding a pool of highly competent Communication Officers capable of driving the open governance agenda.
In her welcome speech, the Director of the Department of Information Services, Madam Isatou Davies Ann informed Communication Officers that during the training period, FATIMAN & Co Ltd trainers will take them through discussion on topics relating to the realms of social media management, content creation, visual content and graphics design and public relations among others.
“In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, it is crucial for Communication professionals to have a strong understanding of these key areas. The training will equip you (Communication officers) with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively strategize and manage your respective ministry’s social media platforms,” she informed.
According to Director Davies, the training will also equip Communication Officers with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to thrive in a competitive and ever-exchanging environment.
