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Current Job Listings for The Government of Jamaica

Parish Manager- Southern Regional Heath Authority

St. Elizabeth and Manchester, N/A

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Assistant Procurement Officer - Ministry of Health

Monitoring & Evaluation Unit, Kingston

The Government of Jamaica has received a grant from the US Agency for International Development (USAID) mission to Jamaica dated September 30, 2009 to implement the project "HIV Prevalence in Most-At-Risk Populations Reduced and Effects Mitigated (532-HE-2010-AA)," and it intends apply part of the proceeds of this grant to payments for an Assistant Procurement Officer.

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Biostatistician - Ministry of Health

Monitoring and Evaluation Unit, Kingston

The Biostatistician is expected to conduct bio-statistical analyses of epidemiological data collected from field surveys conducted islandwide and provide technical advice concerning behavioral and epidemiological studies in respect to HIV/AIDS and sexual health. The Officer is also expected to provide advice on HIV/AIDS/STD issues and train relevant staff in Bio-Statistics, data analysis and research methodology.

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Driver

THE ELECTORAL OFICE OF JAMAICA, Kingston

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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Website Content Writer

Jamaica Tourist Board, St. Andrew

Reporting to the Website/E-Commerce Manager, the incumbent will be responsible to ensure that the Jamaica Tourist Board's Image and Jamaican Product are marketed on the world-wide web through up to date and accurate information; create content for online channels by formulating editorial and design strategies; preparing articles and interactive applications for Web release.

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Administrative support officer

Forestry Department, St. Andrew

Level 4

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Public Relations and Communication Officer

Forestry Department, St. Andrew

Level 5

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Executive Secretary

Forestry Department, St. Andrew

Level 5

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Senior Secretary

Forestry Department, St. Andrew

Senior Secretary Level 4 Summary Provides secretarial/ stenographic services to the Director, Finance and Accounts; deals with confidential and unclassified correspondence, files and records; controls telephone and other communications and arrange and monitor appointments for the Director, Finance and Accounts; complies report and information for the Director; provides customer service and performs related secretarial duties. Minimum Qualification and Experience • Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) accreditation OR • Diploma in Secretarial Studies PLUS • At least 3 years related experience

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Secretary

Forestry Department, St. Andrew

Level 3

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Rural Sociologist

For all Parishes, St. Andrew

Level 7 Number of positions: 2 Under the direction of the Principal Director, Forest Operations the incumbent is responsible for sociological, anthropological and agro-forestry work carried out in rural communities, in performing extension and training activities with farmers (individuals and groups ), in data collection, compilation and analysis, and in working with gender sensitive issues. Key responsibilities include: 1. Introduces interventions throughout the Watershed areas engineered to foster participation at the community level by:- • Conducting research to include in demographic structure, occupation profiles and stakeholder identification; • Identifying and analyzing the source of livelihood, strategies and linkages within communities; • Identifying gender-related issues within communities; • Establishing, developing and monitoring local Forest Management Committees (LFMCs); • Recommending approaches and strategies for the effective participation of community members in LFMCs; • Facilitating the development of the Local Forest Management Plan; • Acting in an advisory capacity to LFMCs after their establishment; • Developing procedures/systems for monitoring the sustainability of LFMCs. 2. Conducts sociological and socio-economic studies/research to include data collection, compilation and statistical analyses while ensuring data validity and availabilityby:- • Identify the need for specific research and make recommendations accordingly; • Designing research programs to answer specific research related questions by designing surveys; • Collecting information and making judgment through observation, interview and review of documents; • Analyzing and evaluating data; and ensuring proper storage; • Submitting final report on each research/study conducted; • Relating known facts and research results obtained to produce useful conclusions from work undertaken; and • Advising the Forestry sector on new information approaches, techniques and measures for improving sociological and anthropological practices through written reports, papers, experimental result, lectures locally, regionally and internationally. Minimum Required Education and experience • A first Degree in Sociology; • Three (3) years experience in sociological research; OR • Any other acceptable combination of academic qualification and field experience.

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Project Auditor

National Housing Trust, N/A

The National Housing trust – is seeking an assertive, astute and analytical individual who will audit its construction contracts and projects island-wide. the incumbent will be employed on a part-time basis and will advise management on the effectiveness of controls and on the financial and operational efficiency of contracts and projects.

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Land Management Consultants

Forestry Department, St. Andrew

Number of positions: 2 Responsibilities: Undertake technical consultations with government representatives, private sector, NGO representatives, academia and Civil Society representatives in the assessment of land management and development of best practicable approaches to sustainable land management. Preparation of the following repots: a. Assessment of Institutional Capacities for Sustainable Land Management (SLM); b. Framework policy for Sustainable Land Management (with LLDE) c. Institutional mandates; roles and responsibilities for SLM (Reports and Ministerial Papers); d. Priority Concept Papers for the implementation of SLM; e. Identification of Training and Sensitization Needs for SLM; f. SLM training programme; g. Develop Medium Size demonstration project concepts. Facilitate and provide training in SLM policy dialogues and workshops; Prepare lessons learned from the Demonstration Projects. Requirements: The ideal candidate will be a Jamaican or Caribbean National; Post Graduate Degree in Land Management or other relevant academic and professional qualification; Min. five (5) yrs of demonstrated and working experience in areas relevant to Sustainable Land Management (SLM) using participatory approaches; Experiences that emphasizes on land degradation arising from minieral ore extraction , agriculture and agro-forestry in sub-tropical maritime climates and mountainous ecosystems is especially durable; Effective interpersonal skills proven through successful interactions with all level of project stakeholder groups, including senior government officials, business executive, farmers and communities; Capable of strategic thinking and planning; Excellent communication. Duration of the assignment : Total of 110 staff weeks for the two consultants Apply to : Sustainable Land Management Project 173 Constant spring Rd. Kng. 8 Email : bwilliams@forestry.gov.jm

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Director - Research (GMG/SEG 3)

Consumer Affairs Commission, St. Andrew

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer the incumbent carries out administrative and technical duties necessary for the proper functioning of the Research Unit. This includes, supervising policy related socio-economic research, undertaking / Supervising analysis and incorporating research findings into recommendation for development or programme planning.

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Chief Accountant

The Spectrum Management Authority (SMA), St. Andrew

The radio frequency spectrum is the medium which facilities wireless communication. Within the last four years the Government of Jamaica has garnered substantial revenues for spectrum license, including those to the cellular companies.

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ACCOUNTANT FMG/PA2

The office of the children’s registry (OCR), St. Andrew

The office of the children’s registry(OCR) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Health. The Registry is the central place for reporting incidents of children who are known or suspected to be abuse, neglected or in need of care and protection. The Registry records, assesses and then refers the reports of the Child Development Agency or the Office of the Children’s Advocate or both, which will investigate where necessary.

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Investigation Officer (GMG/SEG 1)

Office of the Children Advocate, Kingston

Qualifications: B.Sc. Social Work or Equivalent 4 yrs related work experience; Working knowledge of the Child Care and Protection Act, 2004. Skills: Strong investigative and interviewing skills; Strategic thinking and ability; Strong analytical and problem solving skills; Computer skills; High degree of confidentiality, impartiality and integrity; Excellent impersonal and communication skills; Action-oriented and committed to meeting deadlines. Salary scale: $ 1,178,755.00 - $1,401,169.00 p.a.

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HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER (GMG/SEG 1)

THE EARLY CHILDHOO COMMISSION, St. Andrew

Description of Duties:

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Driver

Ministry of Education, St. Andrew

Under the direction of the Project Assistant, transport staff, equipment and materials in safety and comfort (within the limits of the law) throughout the island.

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Project Accountant

Ministry of Education, St. Andrew

Under the supervision of the Financial Specialist, and within the limits of the policies and procedures of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), AND THE Government of Jamaica (GOJ), the Project Accountant manages the accounting functions of the Youth Developement Project by ensuring that all budgetary inputs are prepared and incorporated into the master budget; all expenditure is made within the prescribed parameters and properly accounted for by reviewing and checking all vouchers, invoices and reconciliation of all accounts.

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