Assistant Bursar Needed (St. Mary, Jamaica) - Iona High School

 Iona High School

Tower Isle P.O. St. Mary

Tel: (876) 975-5471/ (876) 807-8011

WhatsApp Text: (876) 374-9817

Email: ionahigh_school@yahoo.com

Owned by the United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands and operated in conjunction with the Ministry of Education.

The Iona High School Board of Management invites suitably qualified persons to apply for the following position: 

Assistant Bursar (EIGS/BR1)

Core Functions:

• To assist with the financial and accounting affairs of the institution in a prudent manner in keeping with the Government's fiscal provisions.
• To provide accurate and timely financial information for the Bursar.
• To assist with administering the financial resources of the institution in accordance with Government regulations and the provisions of the Financial Administration and Auditing Act.

Minimum Requirements:

Specific knowledge required:

• Knowledge of FAA Act/regulation/instruction and Government of Jamaica Procurement Procedure.
• Knowledge of Generally Acceptable Accounting Practice.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office operations and selected  accounting software.
• Knowledge of electronic banking techniques.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Associate Degree in Business Studies/ Accounting from a recognized institution or equivalent.
• Successful completion of the AAT - Technician Stage/ACCA Level 1 and one (1) year experience in Government Accounting or other relevant experience.
• Training in Government Procurement Guidelines would be an asset.

Requirements:

• Applicants should have a Bachelor's Degree and proven experience.
• Applicants should be able to employ best practices in accounting and finance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Well-organized and committed
• Creative and energetic.
• Strong moral values and discipline.

Applications should be sent to:

The Board Chairman

C/O The Principal

Iona High School

Tower Isle P.O.

St Mary

Signed applications may also be sent via email to: ionahigh_school@yahoo.com

Applications should be submitted by January 4, 2023.

Laboratory Technician (Kingston, Jamaica) - Petrojam Limited

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacancy:

Laboratory Technician

The successful candidate will be responsible for the testing of petroleum products and utilities (industrial water) as well as carrying out environment and industrial hygiene checks. These are to be conducted in accordance with industry standards and company policies under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor or his/her senior Technician.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Chemical Engineering or Chemical Technology or equivalent. Plus
• Two (2) years' related experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts all test method procedures with accuracy and efficiency complying with all industry standards. These include petroleum, water, environmental and industrial hygiene samples.
• Verifies, calibrates and standardizes laboratory equipment and reagents as required.
• Performs troubleshooting and maintenance on laboratory equipment as required and within capabilities. Analytical instruments include but are not limited to infra-red technology, gas chromatography and spectrophotometry.
• Ensures collection of field samples from prescribed locations on the refinery unit which may include climbing up to 150 feet.
• Enters accurately all analytical data into a laboratory information management system. Generate and distribute reports to relevant stakeholders on a timely basis.

Competencies

• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Analytical ability with attention to detail.
• Team player who is reliable with a high level of flexibility.
• Competent in Microsoft office suite.
• A general driver's license would be an asset.
• Knowledge of instrumentation would be an asset
• Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 standard would be an asset.

Special Conditions Associated with the Job:

• Required to work on a 24-hour Shift System

Please forward resumes by Friday, January 6, 2023 to:

Email: hrdmail@petrojam.com

Subject Lime: Laboratory Technician

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

 

Sales Representative, Inventory Control Officer Needed (Kingston, Jamaica)

 A private company in Kingston is seeking to fill two (2) positions of a Sales Representative and an Inventory Control Officer (Kingston-based).

Sales Representative

Charged with the responsibility of soliciting business in the Company's behalf, the sales representative will engage potential and existing customers using effective communication, good listening, product and price negotiation skills.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Excellent communication, selling and listening skills.
• Highly motivated, target and results-driven.
• Very organized with effective and efficient time management skills.
• Product knowledge.
• Excellent negotiation and marketing skills.
• Able to negotiate on terms and prices.

Job Specification and Qualification:

• At least five (5) CXC subjects including English, a business or numerical subject.
• A Diploma would be an asset.
• Proven experience as a Sale Representative (preferably two (2) years or more).
• A valid driver's license.
• Must own a reliable motor vehicle.
• Must be willing to provide a police record and willing to undergo a background check.

 Inventory Control Officer (ICO)

Will be responsible for monitoring, developing, analyzing and improving the Company's inventory management systems. This role requires in depth knowledge of inventory management systems, IT skills and expertise in the logistical and supply-chain management systems.

Key Competencies and Skills:

• Highly meticulous with keen attention to detail.
• Analytical and data-driven.
• Extremely organized.
• Forecasting skills and being able to analyze trends.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Administratively sound.
• Must be informed with industry and worldwide trends (to take advantage of economic situations).
• Able to write reports
• IT skills are a mandatory requirement.
• Expertise in logistics and supply-chain management.
• Exercises integrity and confidentiality.
• A team player with problem-solving skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics and Supply-Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Must be tech-savvy.
• A minimum of two (2) years' of experience in inventory control would be an asset or in retail, warehousing, logistics, or similar.
• Excellent knowledge of inventory management software such as NetSuite, Fishbowl, and Zoho Inventory or any related system would be a strong asset.

Send resume's to: salesrepresentative23@gmail.com

Paralegal Needed (Kingston, Jamaica) - Banjoko Law

 Banjoko Law

Legal solutions across borders

Paralegal 

Experienced, honest, dedicated, and conscientious paralegal immediately needed for growing civil law practice firm with a diverse international client base.

• Must have excellent written and oral competencies.
• Attractive salary and benefits.

Resumes, interviews, and reviews of prior work are the grounds for selection.

Apply in confidence to info@banjokolaw.com