Administrative Assistant (Kingston, Jamaica) - National Solid Waste Management Authority

The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Administrative Assistant.

The successful candidate will report to the Director and the primary responsibilities are organizing and managing carefully the diary of the Director, ensuring adequate follow up systems exist within the Director's office so that all pending matters are finalized, recording and producing minutes of meetings as required and ensuring the proper management of all projects, programmes and activities being executed. The incumbent is also responsible for keeping abreast of all matters being handled by the Director in order to provide the necessary support and feedback.

Qualifications Required:

• B.Sc. degree in Administrative Management or other suitable qualifications
• Certified Professional Secretary (CPS)
• At least three (3) years experience in a similar position
• Computer literacy with sound knowledge in Microsoft Word and Excel

Specifications:

• Excellent time management and customer service skills
• Track record of high level of productivity and professionalism
• High level of analytical, problem-solving, research and interpersonal skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Must have meticulous attention to detail
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to function independently and handle a variety of responsibilities under pressure

Applications with résumés should be sent by Friday, May 6, 2022 to:

The Human Resource Department

National Solid Waste Management Authority

61 Half Way Tree Road,

Kingston 10.

Email: applications@nswma.gov.jm

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Secretary/Receptionist, Technician, etc (Kingston, Jamaica) - Engineering Company

 Vacancies

An engineering company in the Kingston five (5) area has vacancies for the following:

Technicians

General Electrical/Mechanical Technician with all around skills required. Exposure to air compressors, boilers and food service equipment, preferred. Applicants should have at least three (3) years' experience and a general drive's licence.

Refrigeration Technician

required, preferably with at least five (5) years' experience working with ice making machines and other refrigeration equipment, plus effective oral and written communication skills. Must have own tools and a valid general/CMC driver's licence.

Co-ordinators

Service Co-ordinator

Applicants should ideally have at least five years' experience managing a team of technicians/servicemen, plus effective oral and written communication skills. A broad knowledge of engineering spares and computerized inventory control would be an advantage.

Parts Co-ordinator

Applicants should ideally have at least five (5) years' experience with responsibility for engineering spares, plus effective oral and written communication skills. A broad knowledge of engineering/technical theories and computerized inventory control would be an advantage.

Other

Secretary/Receptionist

Applicants should have at least ten (10) years' experience in comparable position(s), be of senior bearing, and competent with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. Good oral and written communication skills are required and previous exposure to processing imports is an advantage.

Senior Accounting clerk

Applicants ideally should be well advanced in ACCA Level 2 or the equivalent, have a high competency with Peach tree and at least ten (10) years' supervisory experience.

Submission

Qualified person to apply to hrmanagement@cwjamaica.com indicating the position being applied for.

GIS Web Developer (MIS/IT 4) (Kingston, Jamaica) - The Electoral Commission Of Jamaica

 The Electoral Commission Of Jamaica

Invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following position:

GIS Web Developer (MIS/IT 4)

Job Purpose

To implement and maintain the EOJ's Web and mobile GIS services, develop geospatial web and mobile applications in support of the organization's business processes and focus and to provide technical support in the creation and maintenance of spatial data and to support overall GIS security. Incumbent is also required to use programming skills to support other information system processes and general data management.

Core Duties

Reporting to the GIS Manager, the incumbent will be required to perform the following duties: 

• Provides technical support in the creation, general maintenance and updating of the EOJ's GIS database.
• Maintains the security of geospatial applications and supporting infrastructure.
• Offers ongoing supporting to internal and external customers with respect to the use geospatial applications.
• Plays a lead role in creation and maintenance of the EOJ's web and mobile GIS services.
• Develops customized geospatial web and mobile applications utilizing electoral and supporting data for the purposes of the EOJ.
• Utilizes programming skills to bring improvements to existing information systems processes and to support roved data management (both spatial and non-spatial).

 Minimum Qualification and Experience

• A first degree in information Technology (IT) related field from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) years' experience in a similar capacity.
• A background in a geography-related field would be a definite asset.

Remuneration: $ 1,710,225.00 - $ 2,032,920.00 per annum plus applicable allowance.

Applications should be submitted by Friday, April 29,2022 to: 

The Director, Human Resource Management

P.O. Box 671, G.P.O.

Kingston

Email: hr@eoj.com.jm

We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

President (Port Antonio, Portland, Jamaica) - College Of Agriculture, Science and Education

Applications are being invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following position at the College.

President

The College of Agriculture, Science and Education is Jamaica's premier multidisciplinary institution for the training of professionals in agriculture, science and education.

Summary

The President is the Chief Executive Officer responsible for the day management of the institution and all its assets to sustainability and success, ensuring that all targets are met. Providing strategic leadership for the college by working with the Board to develop policies, monitor and assess performance, take appropriate actions and lead the management team to establish and execute long-range goals, strategies and plans, which ensures a sustainable and effective education enterprise, thereby positioning the College as a highly desirable option for higher education and a leader and catalyst to national farm production.

The office is supported by senior officers whose Head Academic and Administration matters. The officers are the defacto experts in these areas in the College and advise the President.

Essential Functions

• Build the image and brand of the college and reach out to partners and benefactors.
• Manage and develop the academic programmes and student life to assure continuing relevance, quality, meeting market needs, personal values and conformance to good practice.
• Manage the finances, farms, human resources, infrastructure, property and real estate, systems and processes and all assets to ensure a viable college.
• Manage and monitor all assets to ensure a good ROI and liabilities and commitments to ensure value for money, efficiency and avoid loss and impairment of any sort.
• Establish and operate a viable farm production system for both, livestock and crops, and be the exemplar and model for farmers island wide.
• Perform or ensure risk analyses are performed so as to protect the students, employees, college, its Board and the Ministry.

Competencies

• Effective communicator and motivator in demeanour, speech and writing.
• Transformational leadership style with high levels of emotional and social intelligence.
• Strong analytic skills, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Skilled and competent in managing people at all level; managing finances of the college and its profit and cost centres; managing the building, machinery,equipment, infrastructure and real estate, the system and processes and managing the interests of students, employees and expectations of parents and others.
• Result oriented performance management.
• Able to deliver the outcomes agreed on time and within budget and run profitable farms.

Required Education and Experience

• Master's Degree in Education, Management, Agriculture or appropriate discipline.
• Preferably an earned Doctoral Degree from a recognized institution.
• At least eight (8) years' experience managing, finances, people, assets, protects, programmes to meet targets and goals.
• A minimum of five (5) years' teaching experience.
• Experience in Educational Administration would be an asset.

The Job Description for the President is available upon request. While we appreciate all applications, please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Interested persons should forward their applications and resume no later than Friday, May 6, 2022, to the:

Chairman, Board of Management

College of Agriculture, Science and Education

P.O. Box 170, Passley Garden,

Port Antonio, Portland

Email: humanr@case.edu.jm

Inventory/Logistics Manager (Kingston, Jamaica) - The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM)

 The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM)

Presently, Jamaica is without an emergency telecommunication infrastructure and platform that can facilitate communication among government agencies and first responders during an emergency in a timely manner.

The existing inventory of Emergency Telecommunications and Early Warning Systems (EWS) in Jamaica is limited and unsuitable for major and wide area impact for the use by first responders in critical moments. The current radio network is not utilized due to lack of communications capacity and coverage, and it depends on unreliable methods such as emails, mobile phones, etc. to conduct communications. Due to these reasons, when an emergency occurs, there are problems with delays in the communication which affects the implementation of counter measures.

The Government of Jamaica has received a grant from the Government of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to carry out a telecommunications project for the Improvement of Emergency Communication System in Jamaica (PIECSJ), to be executed by the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM).

We are therefore seeking to fill the following position on contract to become a part of the project team. A contract package, within the guideline of the Government of Jamaica pay scale, will be offered to the successful candidates.

Inventory/Logistics Manager

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Inventory/Logistics Manager will be responsible for the overall supply chain management of the project, and organize and monitor the procurement, storage and distribution of equipment, spare-parts and goods under the project. The Inventory/Logistics Manager will manage the order cycle so as to enhance the efficiency of the project implementation.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop logistic schedules and budget in collaboration with the project Manager.
• Strategically plan and manage logistics, warehouse, transportation and customer services.
• Keep track of quality, stock levels, delivery times, transport costs and efficiency.
• Arrange warehouse, catalogue goods, plan routes and process shipments.
• Resolve any arising problems or complaints.
• Supervise, coach and train warehouse workforce.
• Meet cost, implementation timelines, accuracy of specifications.
• Collaborate with partners, JICA representatives and staff of the ODPEM.
• Comply with laws, regulations of the GOJ and JICA
• Manage and secure project warehouse inventory and keep records of the inventory in Kingston and St. James.
• Identify and manage project storage facilities, sites and yards where equipment will be housed.
• Ensure the prompt unloading and customs clearance at all ports of disembarkation in Jamaica.
• Ensure the requisite exemption of custom duties, internal taxes, and other fiscal levies for the purchase of the goods and/or services under the Grant.
• Select carriers for internal transportation and negotiate rates and contracts with carriers from the warehouse to the project equipment,
• shipping carriers, routes and rates and any changes to them.

Functional Competencies

• Record of successful procurement and inventory/logistics management.
• Demonstrable ability to lead and manage staff
• Proficient in standard logistics software
• Experience working on international projects or with international stakeholders
• Working knowledge of relevant computer applications.
• Knowledge of ACPAC Software.

Core Competencies

• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, Human Relations and Networking Skills.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of the procurement procedures and the Financial Administration and Audit Act.
• The ability to work independently and handle multiple projects.

Qualifications and Experience

• BSc. in Business Administration, Logistics or Supply Chain Management.
• Proven working experience five (5) years' as an Inventory/Logistics Manager.

Please apply in writing along with a detailed resume no later than April 27, 2022.

Director of Human Resource Management

Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management

2 - 4 Haining Road, Kingston 5.

We thank all applicants, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.   

Administrative Officer (Kingston, Jamaica) - The University of The West Indies

 

The University of The West Indies

Job Opportunity

We invite suitably qualified applicants to fill position of Administrative Officer (Analyst, Pension, Commercial, Operations and Special Assignments). Office of Finance, The University of the West Indies (The UWI) Regional Headquarters.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the senior Financial Management, Pensions, Commercial Operations and Special Assignments, the successful candidate is expected to provide policy driven assistance and carry out functions to support the following:

• Pension Administration for the Administrative, Technical and Service staff (ATS) Pension plan for The UWI. Federated Superannuation System for Universities (FSSU) Pension Scheme for The UWI;
• Commercial Operations activities and properties of The UWI Centre; and
• Special Assignment as assigned.

• MSc in Actuarial Science or Economics or Business Administration or related areas.
• Qualification in pension management and property management.
• At least five years' work experience in a related field with proven experience.

Competencies And Skills:

• Candidate with a proven record of practical experience in pension funds, corporate finance, investment management , excel programming/modeling and management consultancy would be desirable.
• Accounting experience  would be an asset.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of using an enterprise system such as PeopleSoft and Banner Finance.
• Working knowledge of Access will be considered favourable.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, sound judgement and high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent leadership and inter-personal skills and command of both written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to meet close deadlines.
• Positive attitude, enthusiastic and should have a high level of concentration and ability to readily identify issues and rectify the same.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with different levels of team members.

Please submit an application with curriculum vitae and at least three (3) references to reach the University Registrar by May 13, 2022. Applicants required to write under confidential cover, to the University Registrar, Office of Administration, The Vice-Chancellery, The University of the West Indies, Mona, Kingston 7, Jamaica, West Indies; 

email: hrapplications@uwimona.edu.jm

Full CV and application forms, which must be completed and can be obtained at the above address and at http:www.uwi.edu/jobs, must be submitted. In order to expedite the appointment procedures, applicants are advised to ask their referees to send references under CONFIDENTIAL cover DIRECTLY to the University Registrar at the above address without waiting to be contacted by the University. For further particulars of the post, email us at hrapplications@uwimona.edu.jm

The University of the West Indies recognizes the time and effort it takes to apply for a position and thanks all applications, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Systems Administrator (St. Thomas, Jamaica) - Paul Bogle High School

 Paul Bogle High School

P.O. Box 114, Morant Bay

St. Thomas

Tel: 982-1723/Fax 734-2877

Email address: paulboglehigh@gmail.com

The Board of Management invites applications for following position(s):

Systems Administrator May 2022

The successful candidate will be responsible for all functions related to the availability and performance of the school's computer equipment including hardware, operating Systems and related components.

Requirements:

• First Degree in Computer Science/Management Information System or related discipline.
• A minium of three (3) years' working experience in systems administration.
• Advance knowledge of and ability to support Windows Server/Desktop Operating System and application infrastructure.
• Experience in Citrix2Xterminal Server installations; Server Virtualization technologies (eg.WNWare or Microsoft) and Linus/Unix administration.
• Experience in LAN routing and Switching design, configurations and troubleshooting (VLANs, IP Subnetting, 802. 1Q trunks).
• Cisco Certified Network Associate or Professional-CCNA/CCNP.
• MCITIP Server Certification would be a highly advantageous asset.

APSE COACH

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Special Education.
• Primary Education training will be an asset.
•  Knowledge of the NSC.
• Two (2) years' working experience would be an asset.

Computer Laboratory Technician (IT) 

Minimum Requirements

• Five (5) CSEC Subjects including Information Technology and other related Certification.

Building Furniture Teacher

• Degree in construction or woodwork.
• Competent in AutoCAD drawing

Applications wlab techith detailed resumes should be sent to:

The Chairman

C/o The Principal

Paul Bogle High School

P.O. Box 114

Morant Bay

St. Thomas.

Deadline for Applications: Friday, April 22, 2022.

Attorney-At-Law and Legal Secretary ( Kingston,Jamaica ) - Kingston Law Practice

Kingston law practice seeks:

Attorney-At-Law

The successful candidate should have: 

• At least one (1) year's experience in civil litigation, conveyancing and matrimonial matters.
• Up to date practicing certificate.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Good leadership qualities.

Legal Secretary

The successful candidate should have:

• At least one year's experience in civil litigation, conveyancing and matrimonial matters
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good office management skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite applications.

Send resumes to:

lawyerkingston@gmail.com

Communication Specialist, Environmental Economist, etc. (Kingston, Jamaica) - Jamaica 4-H Clubs

The Jamaica 4-H Clubs has received grant funding from the United National Environment Programme (UNEP), to implement, in Jamaica, select components of the City Adapt Project - Building Climate Resilience of Urban Systems through Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EBA) in the Latin America and Caribbean Region'.

The general project objective is to increase the resilience of vulnerable urban communities to climate change by applying and integrating Ecosystem-base Adaptation ( EBA) into the medium to long-term plans within El Salvador, Mexico and Kingston, Jamaica. The project will promote EBA to government and local communities in these cities through the following three project components:

1. Enabling environment for mainstreaming EBA into medium-and long-term urban development planning, 
2. Demonstrating urban EBA interventions to establish climate-resilient communities, and 
3. Obtaining knowledge and increasing awareness of urban EBA interventions throughout the LAC region.

The Jamaica 4-H Clubs now seeks individual Consultants for the following:

• Project Lead
• Communication Specialist
• Environmental Economist
• Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Individuals with interest may obtain the Terms of References of each post from the Jamaica 4-H Clubs website at www.jamaica.4hclubs.com.

Interested Consultants should submit a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) by email no later than Friday, April 29, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. to hradmin@jamaica4hclubs.com using the following subject line: PCA-CC-004-2021- Position Title Consultant. Offers received after the aforementioned date and time will not be considered.

Any request for clarification must be by standard electronic communication to the e-mail indicate above, no later than April 26th, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. The Procurement Unit of the Jamaica 4-H Clubs will respond by standard electronic mail and will send copies  of the response, including an explanation of the query without identifying the source of inquiry, to all indicative consultants.

Stock Clerk (Kingston & Montego Bay, Jamaica) - Tropical Battery Company Limited

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of: Stock Clerk - Montego Bay and Kingston.

Reporting to the Branch Manager

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain inventory control for the branch.
• Ensure that daily records are maintain on product movements and labeling.
• Assist in calculating rebates and warranties.
• Handle complaints from customers.
• Assist in the execution of the Branch promotions.
• Arrange and showcase products in Branch.
• Ensure that store guidelines are adequately followed.

Education and Experience:

• A minimum of four (4) CXC Passes or High/Secondary School Certificate.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Previous experience in the automotive sector would be an asset.
• Must have previous experience in inventory management.

Requirement personal Attributes:

• Able to prioritize and multitask.
• Good analytical skills.
• Strong human relations skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Be a good team player.

Interested applicants are invited to send applications to: Stock Clerk c/o. The human resource department Tropical Battery Company Limited. Or Email: srussell@tropialbattery.com. No later than Monday April 25, 22022.

Director 3, Public Procurement (GMG/SEG 3) (Kingston, Jamaica) - The Jamaica Constabulary Force

 The Jamaica Constabulary Force

Human Resource Division

Career Opportunity

The Human Resource Division of the Jamaica Constabulary Force welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants to fill the post of

Director 3, Public Procurement (GMG/SEG 3)

within the Corporate and Special Services, Police Department:

Location: Kingston.

Salary Range: $ 2,551,250.00 - $ 3,032,634.00 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.

Job Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the Director, Corporate and Special Services, the Director 3, Public Procurement has the responsibility to ensure that goods and services required by the Ministry, Department and Agencies (MDAs) are procured and delivered as requested in accordance with Government of Jamaica Public Procurement Act 2015 and Regulations.

Key Responsibilities 

• Management/Administrative Responsibilities
• Technical/Professional Responsibilities
• Human Resource Responsibilities.

Qualification and Experience

• BSc in Business Administration, Management Studies, Public Administration, Public Sector Management, Economics, Accounts or any related field.
• Certificate in Public Procurement: UNDP/CIPS  Level 3 or INPRI Level 4 and MIND
• Five (5) years' related work experience in procurement of goods and services.

OR

• ACCA Level 2
• Certificate in Public Procurement: UNDP/CIPS Level 3 or INPRI Level 4 and MIND.
• Five (5) years' related work experience in procurement of goods and services.

OR

• Diploma in Accounting, Business administration or any related fields.
• Certificate in Public Procurement: UNDP/CIPS Level 3 or INPRI Level 4 and MIND.
• Seven (7) years' related work experience in procurement of goods and services.

Special Conditions Associated with Job

• Extensive travelling island wide.

Authority

• Recommends leave, promotions and acting assignments.
• Certifies invoice order, travelling claims.
• Certifies advanced payment vouchers for the payment of goods and/or services.

For further details, interested persons are asked to contact the HRIS Officer at hrbranch@jcf.gov.jm.

Applications accompanied by a resume should be submitted no later than Friday, April 29, 2022 to the:

Senior Director

Human Resource Management and Development

Jamaica Constabulary Force

NCB South Tower

3rd Floor

2 Oxford Road

Kingston 5

Email: hrbranch@jcf.gov.jm

We appreciate your interest in this advertisement; unfortunately only shortlisted candidates will be contracted.

Programme Officer (Kingston, Jamaica) - National Conservation Trust Fund of Jamaica

 

Programme Officer

The National Conservation Trust Fund of Jamaica (NCTFJ) was incorporated in 2014 as a not-for-profit company and is a locally registered Charity. The NCTFJ's purpose is to promote, for the benefit of the public, the conservation, protection, management and expansion of the National Protected Areas System (NPAS) of Jamaica, by providing a sustainable flow of funds to support activities that contribute substantially to the conservation, protection and maintenance of the biodiversity of Jamaica.

The NCTFJ launched its inaugural Call for Proposal in 2020 to provide grant funding to support eligible applicants working in Jamaica to conserve, protect and manage protected areas. The NCTFJ has recently mobilized additional resources from Inter-American Foundation and will be expanding its Grant-making portfolio to scale impacts of its grants in protected areas.

The NCTFJ is neeking a Programme Officer to provide relevant technicial support to the grant-making portfolio.

The Programme Officer will be paid a remuneration of J$ 3,097,048.00 per annum plus Commuted Upkeep allowance and other benefits.

The successful candidate should have:

• A Master's Degree and three (3) years' experience in natural resource management or equivalent combination of education and experience

Or

an Undergraduate Degree and six (6) years' experience in natural resource management or equivalent combination of education and experience;

• Experience working with stakeholders in public and private sector agencies, NGOs and CBOs;
• Experience in outreach with community or incipient groups; 
• Experience in proposal writing and project management;
• Experience facilitation skills for leading processes with a creative output;
• Experience communicating with the public and/or media both in writing and verbally;
• A valid driver's licence; and,
• A reliable motor vehicle.

Application

The full Teams of Reference and additional details can be found on our website at www.conservejamaica.org

Interested individuals should submit an application letter along with their Curriculum Vitae to The Fund Manager via the email: the.nctfj@gmail.com by 5:00 p.m. on May 3, 2022.

Senior Audit Officer, Auditor (Kingston, Jamaica) - Firearm Licensing Authority

The Firearm Licensing Authority invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following two (2) positions:

Job Title: 

Senior Audit Officer

• Job Grade: FMG/AS 4
• Salary Range: $ 3,154,074.00 to $ 3,749,202.00 per annum, plus applicable allowances.
• Division: General Administration
• Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Job Title:

Auditor

• Job Grade: FMG/AS 2
• Salary Range: $ 2,104,355.00 to $ 2,501,416.00 per annum, plus applicable allowances.
• Division: General Administration
• Reports to: Senior Audit Officer

Interested persons who meet the above stated criteria are asked to submit applications no later than, Friday, April 22, 2022 to: 

The Manager,

Human Resource Management and Development Firearm Licensing Authority,

91a Old Hope Road, 

Kingston 6.

or Email: hrd@fla.gov.jm

All applicants will be required to pass a security background check. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kindly visit the Firearm Licensing Authority's website at www.fla.gov.jm to view the job description and Specifications for each post.

"FLA.......regulating with purpose"

Laboratory Technician, Clerical Officer (Kingston, Jamaica) - Bureau of Standards Jamaica

 The Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ) is seeking to identify suitable candidates to fill the positions of: 

1. Laboratory Technician, Microbiology Branch

The Laboratory Technician has the specific responsibility to prepare culture media and perform quality assurance checks. The incumbent also provides assistance to Analysts and other senior members of the Microbiology Branch.

2. Clerical Officer, Standards compliance-National Compliance and Regulatory Authority (Contract)

The incumbent is responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the Standard Compliance Inspectorate. This entails providing assistance to all members of the Compliance Inspectorate in the preparation of relevant documents to facilitate compliance with the Standards and Processed Food Acts and their attendant Regulations. The implications are far reaching to the extent that this could become a matter of litigation, the closing down of markets and removal from the export trade.

For information on the above mentioned and other vacancies, we invite you to visit our website at: www.bsj.org.jm

Technical Officers (Kingston, Jamaica) - Public Procurement Commission

 Public Procurement Commission

Career Opportunities

On April 1, 2019, the Public Procurement Act came into effect establishing the Public Procurement Commission (PPC) as a Public Body Corporate replacing the National Contracts Commission.

The PPC has responsibility for endorsing recommendations for the award of Government Contracts, making recommendations to Cabinet for the award of Government Contracts as well as registering companies/businesses desirous of participating in the Government of Jamaica Procurement Process.

The PPC invites applications from suitably qualified professionals to fill the following vacant positions at our location in Kingston:

Technical Officer (SOG/ST 8)

Suppliers Registration and Licensing Branch

 Salary Range: $ 2,555,681.00 - $3,039,902.00 per annum 

and any allowance(s) attached to the post.

Technical Officer (SOG/ST 8)

Contracts Monitoring and Evaluation Branch

Salary Range: $ 2,555,681.00 - $ 3,039,902.00 per annum 

and any allowance(s) attached to the post.

Full details of the posts can be obtained from the Public Procurement Commission website at http://ppc.gov.jm/careers.html.

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted no later than Wednesday, 27th April 2022 to the:

Manager

Human Resource Management and Development

Public Procurement Commission

3rd Floor, PanJam Building

60 Knutsford Boulevard

Kingston 5

OR

Email: ppc.jobs@ppc.gov.jm

Please note that we thank all persons for responding, but only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Planning Coordinator, Human Resource Officer, etc. (Westmoreland, Jamaica) - Westmoreland Municipal Corporation

 Westmoreland Municipal Corporation 

Career Opportunity

Planning Coordinator (GMG/AM 2)

Applications are invited from suitable qualified individuals to fill the post of Planning Coordinator (GMG/AM 2) in the Westmoreland Municipal Corporation salary range $ 1,025,878.00 - $ 1,219,446.00 per annum and any allowance (s) attached to the post.

Key Outputs

• Receives and review sub-division and building plans to ensure that: 1.Covenants are not breached, 2. Ownership of premises is established, 3. Signature of owner/agent is affixed, 4. Plans are drawn according to the respective requirements.
• Establishes files for each plan and records relevant information.
• Maintains all files and registers on development applications.
• Receiving, processing, reviewing and assessing all development applications.
• Answer queries from applicants in relation to their application.
• Checks building plans to determine if copies should be referred to other Government Agencies.
•  Forward to applicant's conditions imposed on subdivision applicants for acceptance.
• Coordinates recommendations from the relevant agencies and prepares submission for consideration of the Local Planning Authority.

Qualification

Diploma in Planning Technology or Related Qualifications from an accredited University or Institution.

Three (3) years' experience in an organization with Physical Planning functions.

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Human Resource Officer (GMG/AM 2)

Applications are invited from suitable qualified individuals to fill the post of Human Resource Officer (GMG/AM 2) in the Westmoreland Municipal Corporation salary range $ 1,025,878.00 - $ 1,219,446.00 per annum and any allowance (s) attached to the post.

Key Outputs

• Maintain leave register and compute leave eligibility.
• Maintain Vacation leave register.
• Monitor the attendance register.
• Prepare information of Service Records, T23 Form and Leave Computations for transmission to the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development (Pension Branch).
• Update Service Records for all employees.

Qualification

• The incumbent should possess a Diploma in Human Resource Management or related discipline or the prescribed course at the Management Institute for National Development.
• Knowledge in the computation of leave and Pension Administration.
• Must be very confidential and thorough.
• The incumbent must have at least two (2) years' experience.

Secretary 2 (OPS/SS 2)

Applications are invited from suitable qualified individuals to fill the post of Secretary 2 (OPS/SS 2) in the Westmoreland Municipal Corporation salary range $ 781,231.00 - $ 928,638.00 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.

Key Outputs

• Follow-up on issues which are of concern to the Development in an attempt to meet the deadline.
• Provide a strong support to the Director of Planning to assist in the efficiency of the Development.
• Production of action sheets and minutes within the regulated time period.
• Accurately type and professionally collate and bound reports.
• Maintains an accurate schedule of routine and special appointments for the Director of Planning.
• Maintain up-to-date and effective records management system that allows for the speedy retrieval of documents and information.
• Draft and type letter and memoranda to the relevant individuals, departments and Ministry arising from the aforementioned meeting.

Qualification

• The incumbent should possess four (4) CXC or GCE subjects including English Language or equivalent with proficiency in type writing at a speed of 40-45 words per minute.
• Successful completion of the prescribed office professional training course at the Management Institute for National Development (MIND); (Secretarial Qualifying Course or CAM 2).
• The incumbent should possess at least two (2) to three (3) years' experience as a Secretary.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

All applications must be addressed to:-

Miss Marvalyn Pitter,

Chief Executive Officer,

95 Great George Street,

Savanna la Mar P.O. Box 1,

Westmoreland.

Deadline for Submission May 2, 2022.

For further information kindly contact the Corporation's Office at (876) 402-8565.

Group I.T. Manager (Kingston, Jamaica) - Seprod Group of Companies Limited

Group I.T. Manager

The Role 

The incumbent will have overall responsibility for the deployment, monitoring, maintenance, development, upgrade, and support of all IT systems, including servers, PCs operating systems, telephones, software applications and peripherals; develop a strategy and road map to align multiple systems coherently for effective execution and functioning; develop and implement all IT policies and procedures for architecture, security, standards, purchasing and service provision.

Key Results Areas

• Recommend information technology strategies, policies, and procedures by evaluating organization outcomes; identifying problems; evaluating trends; anticipating requirements.
• Understand the technical architecture and functional flow of existing applications and suggest improvements in flows and processes.
•  Plans, directs, organizes, executes, and evaluates the Company's overall information technology (IT) activities Serves as the liaison between Profit Centres, departments, and external vendors/providers of IT services.
• Participate in strategic planning, financial, and business process re-engineering that can be used to make informed decisions.
• Manage internal and external user/department expectation by timely resolutions and conducting regular review meetings on applications.
• Evaluate new systems/products/vendor offering that can add value or provide effective alternatives to existing applications.
• Works with the relevant senior managers to plan, develop, and implement programs, policies and practices pertaining to information technology.
• Manage information technology team members results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counselling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.
• Accomplish financial objectives by forcecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective action.
• Provide regular reporting and tracking of services to ensure insight, effectiveness, and compliance with standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.
• Five (5) years' experience in a senior, strategic leadership role.
• PMP certified.
• Track record of leading and managing complex IT infrastructures.
• Experience working in an FMCG/Retail/Manufacturing environment.
• Own and operate a reliable motor vehicle.

Please apply a detailed resume to

hr@seprod.com

No later than April 22, 2022.

Senior Systems Administrator, etc. (Kingston, Jamaica) - Integrity Commission

Career opportunities

The Integrity Commission invites eligible candidates to submit applications for the following position.

• Senior Protected Disclosure Officer
• Protected Disclosure Officer
• Senior Systems Administrator
• Network and Security Officer

Detailed information on those positions can be found on the Integrity Commission's website at www.integrity.gov.jm. Applications must be submitted no later than Friday, April 29, 2022, by:

• 3:30 p.m. (by hand)
• 11:59 p.m. (electronically)

Statutory Declarations of Assets:

Please be advised that, where applicable, only persons who have submitted all required a Statutory Declarations of Assets, Liabilities and Income, can be considered for employment at the Integrity Commission. All applications shall be treated with the strictest confidence.

We regret that only Applicants who are shortlisted will be contacted. The successful candidates will be subjected to security clearance assessments, which will be administered by the Ministry of National Security.

Principal Needed (Kingston,Jamaica) - Ardenne Preparatory and Extension High School

  Ardenne Preparatory and Extension High School

Board of Governors invites applications for the post of

Principal

Effective September 1, 2022.

The Ardenne Preparatory and Extension High School is a Christian institution owned by the Church of God  in Jamaica.

Minimum Requirements: 

• A trained teacher with at least a first Degree in Education or related field from a recognized accredited university.
• NCEL Certification
• Five (5) years' experience as school administrator (at least two (2) years at the Secondary level).

The principal will be expected to:

• Provide effective leadership and management of the school's operations in keeping with the policies of the Board of Governors and the Ministry of Education.
• Provide strong guidance for teaching staff ensuring that they are utilizing current methodologies and best practices, especially for online modalities.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in the development and execution of strategies that will contribute to the continued transformation of the institution.

Additional requirements may be had from the website: http://www.cogja.org/job-vacancies.html

Submit by May 1, 2022.

• Cover letter and Curriculum vitae.
• Character and professional references.
• Proof of qualifications
• Completed Application Form

The Chairman,

Board of Governors,

C/o the Principal,

Ardenne Preparatory and Extension High School,

37 Hope Road,

Kingston 10.

Email: admin1@apehjm.edu.jm

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

 

Marketing/Customer Relations Officer (Kingston, Jamaica) - TransJamaican Highway Limited

  

Marketing/Customer Relations Officer

We are searching for a Market/Customer Relations Officer who is an excellent communicator, talented and has a knack for strategizing and implementing marketing campaigns. The ideal candidate must also possess great interpersonal skills as he/she will be responsible for managing our customer relationships thus balancing the needs of our customers with the best interests of the company.

This candidate should be equipped with a relevant qualification and extensive experience in a wide range of marketing functions such as communications, market research, digital marketing, advertising, branding, and social media platform management. They should also posses the ability to handle various projects at once and meet tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ability to multi-task with strong time-management skills, and the capacity to prioritize tasks.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Managing and developing marketing campaigns.
• Conducting promotional activities and overseeing campaigns on social media.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of campaigns.
• Building and maintaining relationships with new and existing customers through prospecting and networking.
• Promoting brand awareness through marketing efforts.
• Manage and maintain the organization's website and social media platforms.
• Conduct marketing research to identify marketing opportunities.
• Working closely with creative agencies and individual contractors to execute the objectives of key marketing strategies, when required.
• Enhancing the company's creative process with an analytical and data driven approach to marketing.
• Monitor and respond to customer queries and complaints via email, telephone or any other customer means developed for optimizing customer service efficiency.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Assist in training other members of the team regarding marketing and customer service initiatives.

Special Conditions Associated with the job

• Work out of the office at times.
• May occasionally be required to work beyond normal hours and weekends.
• Willingness to travel.
• Representing the company at various events.

Marketing Officer Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications or related.
• Proven work experience in marketing.
• Background in customer service; industry knowledge is a plus. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of social media and web analytics.
• Solid understanding of research techniques.
• Knowledge of traditional and digital marketing, content marketing and social media.
• Proficiency in full Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and CRM and CMS software.
• Must be sociable with a pleasant personality.

Applications accompanied by Detailed Resumes should be submitted by email no later than 27th April, 2022 to:

The Manager 

Finance and Corporate Services

Transjamaican Highway Limited

2 Goodwood Terrace

Kingston 10.

Email: tjhighway@h2k-tjh.com

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.