Named Information Officer (NIO) one-day interactive workshop

Cost: £300 per person + VAT
Duration: One day
Venue: At your own premises or at selected venues around the UK

See the NIO Event List for workshop dates

Did you know that you might be eligable for AS-ET funding?  Why not visit their website www.as-et.org.uk where you can find a bursary application form.

This workshop is for Named Information Officers (NIO), whether new or experienced in their role

The NIO role provides focussed dissemination of information. To do this the NIO needs to determine who needs the information and provide it efficiently, in a format which the person needing the information can use (including the appropriate level for knowledge/skills), being aware that different groups may respond to different approaches, and being able to adapt accordingly. They will need to be able to provide guidance about where and how to search for information

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the role and responsibilities of the NIO
  • Identify steps a NIO needs to take to prepare for data retrieval / information gathering requests
  • How to get the most out of search engines
  • Describe approaches to critically reading information to determine the credibility and validity of arguments
  • Identify the best online resources for finding evidence on the desired topic
  • Learn how to write key messages and information releases
  • Develop effective communication strategies for a variety of internal stakeholders
  • Utilize a variety of communication media
  • Set up alerting systems for tracking new developments