Financial Controller (Kingston, Jamaica) - Pesticides Control Authority (PGA)

 

 Pesticides Control Authority (PGA)

An Agency of The Ministry Of Health and Wellness

Job Vacancy for

Financial Controller (FMG/PA 2)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants to fill the vacant position of Financial Controller with the Pesticides Control Authority.

Job Purpose

Reporting directly to the Registrar, the Financial Controller is responsible for managing the financial operations of the Pesticides Control Authority to ensure the proper acquisition and utilization of funds and assets in accordance with government policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the implementation of all accounting functions of the Authority.
• Assist the Registrar in preparing all PCA Budgets.
• Monitor the performance through appropriate reports based on analysis and interpretation of financial data relating to cash flow.
• Prepare monthly financial reports for submission by the Registrar to the PCA Board in accordance with the Public Bodies and Accountability Act.
• Manage and supervise all activities related to financial accounting.
• Prepare an investment portfolio and report on investment performance.
• Prepare and submit quarterly reports on contracts to the Office of the Contractor General.
• Supervise the Accounting Technician.

Technician Responsibilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the FAA Act;
• Knowledge of computer information systems, security, regulation and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of the network operating system;
• Proficiency in the use of relevant computer software including Turbopay, Peachtree, Spreadsheet and other computer applications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Government Accounting Principles and Practices.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Good interpersonal and customer service skills;
• Ability to compile and prepare narrative and statistical reports;
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and conviction of purpose in unfavorable/unpopular situations;
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of initiative, professionalism and confidentiality;
• Excellent integrity/ethics exercised in the performance of duties;
• Maintains a high level of productivity and self-direction.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Good interpersonal and customer service skills;
• Ability to compile and prepare narrative and statistical reports;
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and conviction of purpose in unfavorable/unpopular situations;
• Ability to prioritize among conflicting demands;
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of initiative, professionalism and confidentiality:
• Excellent integrity/ethics exercised in the performance of duties;
• Maintains a high level of productivity and self-direction.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

• BSc Degree in Accounting or Management Studies and three (3) years' experience; Or
• Associate Degree in Accounting with ACCA qualification and five (5) years' experience.

Three (3) year contract (renewable) at Government pay scale (FMG/ PA 2). Application and resume with three (3) references should be submitted no later than 4:00 pm on Friday, August 2, 2024 via email to pca@caribpesticides.net or deliver, addressed to: Registrar, Pesticides Control Authority, 50 Half Way Tree Road, Kingston 5.

We thank applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Senior and Junior Secretary (Kingston, Jamaica)

Proposed Salary:

• Senior Secretary (Salary range $1.7M - 3M per annum).
• Junior Secretary (Salary range $1.4M - 1.9 per annum)

(based on qualifications and willingness to work on weekends)

Job Purpose

Under the supervision of a Manager/Director, the Senior/Junior Secretary provides administrative and secretarial services to facilitate the efficient operations of the Division.

Key Responsibilities:

• Takes dictation of letters, memos and reproduce;
• Prepares documents on behalf of the manager/Director;
• Schedules appointments for meetings and maintains diary;
• Prepares documents for submission to meetings/conferences/workshops;
• Attends meetings to record Minutes and reproduces the same and action sheets for circulation;
• Receives, checks and records all correspondence
• Receives, screens and gives information to visitors and telephone callers;
• Updates contacts information (telephone, email addresses etc.);
• Maintains an effective and efficient Filing System that allows for speedy retrieval of documents/information;
• Keeps proper records/files and constantly updating by Liaising with manager and Registry;
• Drafts documents and ensure they are error free, prepared in the appropriate format and conform to established standards.
• Arrange meetings as required.
• Any other secretarial task associated with the department.
• Work on weekends when the need arises.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Core:

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Teamwork and co-operation
• Initiative, Good planning and organizing skills
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant computer applications and systems

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience:

• CXC or GCE O'Level subjects including English Language
• Secretarial/administrative experience.
• Added advantage will be degree or Certified Administrative Professionals courses completion;
• Maybe required to work beyond normal working hours as well as on weekends and holidays.

Applications along with resume' and name of two references should be submitted no later than 31st July, 2024 to: Personnel and Administrative Officer, email:  datapointja@gmail.com

Only short listed applicants will be notified.

Project Engineer (Kingston, Jamaica)

The Project Engineer/Project Manager is responsible for the successful planning, execution, and closure of projects within budget and on schedule. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, managing third-party contractors, and ensuring project deliverables meet quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of engineering expertise and project management skills to drive project success.

Responsibilities:

• Create/review MEP designs and other project documents.
• Responsible for on-site coordination by providing required documentation and following up with subcontractors and staff on site.
• Responsible for preparing, submitting, and tracking submittals.
• Confirm that submittals are created and approved based on the specifications and drawings.
• Coordinate material delivery by analyzing the project schedule and the required installation dates.
• Create, review, and process Request for Information (RFI)
• Responsible for the close-out process, including managing punch lists, collecting and organizing all the required documentation e.g. manuals and certifications.

Specific Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering - Electrical, Mechanical or Industrial.
• Minimum three (3) years' active experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrate experience in managing high-value projects.
• Demonstrate a high level of functionality and competence in communication and client engagement.
• Sound knowledge of local regulatory framework as well as standards, codes and best practices (multi-disciplined).
• Sound knowledge of project management.
• Sound knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and Projects.
• Proven leadership skills.

Required skills:

• Ability to manage multiple projects/activities in a dynamic fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Outstanding timing management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter to projectengineerex@gmail.com by August 9, 2024.

Teachers (St. Catherine, Jamaica) - Greater Portmore High School

Greater Portmore High School requires applicants to fill the vacancies for staff.

Minimum Requirements for Teachers:

• Degree in Education
• Teacher training experience

Teaching Positions:

• One (1) Numeracy Specialist 
• Two (2) Literacy Specialists
• Three (3) Language and Literature Teachers
• One (1) POA/POB (CSEC) & Customer Service (City & Guilds) - 8 months
• One (1) Customer Engagement, Entrepreneurship Skills & Data Operations
• One (1) Sopanish - clear vacancy
• Two (2) Social STudies (up to CSEC Level) - 8 moths
• Religious Educatio/History (up to CSEC) - clear vacancy
• Geography (up to CSEC - clear vacancy
• One (1) Theatre Arts - 8 months
• One (1) Integrated Science/ Agricultural Science (Grades 7 - 9) - 8 months
• One (1) Numeracy Specialist
• One (1) Library Science - clear vacancy

Applications must be submitted by August 4, 2024:

The Chairman,

c/o The Principal,

Greater Portmore High School,

2 West, Lower West Henderson Blvd.,

Portmore, 

St. Catherine.

Email: gphsch@gmail.com

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.