Librarian (Kingston, Jamaica) - National Works Agency

The National Works Agency is seeking suitably qualified individuals to fill the above mentioned position of Librarian (Level 5).

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Library Science or equivalent from a recognized tertiary institution
• A minimum of three (3) years work experience in Librarianship and Information Management

Skills Requirements:

• Information management
• Knowledge of computer applications required to create webpages, process and retrieve information
• Excellent research skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Reports to: Manager - Information Resources

Summary of Duties

• Identify information needs, develop implement the requisite facilities to acquire information; materials to support policy formulation, decision making and problem solving
• Process information materials using standard rules and established procedures and practices
• Conduct adequate research to provide information where available
• Initiate and develop systems and control for the retrieval, circulation, routing and general dissemination of information materials
• Supervise the duplication of documents in keeping with intellectual property/copyright laws
• Promote the facilities and services of the library through exhibitions/displays, publications and other promotional activities.

Submitted application in writing no later than March 27, 2020 to

Manager, Personnel and Industrial Relations,

National Works Agency,

140 Maxfield Avenue,

Kingston 10 or email: recruitment@nwa.gov.jm

The National Works Agency thanks all applicants in advance for responding, however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Jnr. Human Resource Officer (Kingston, Jamaica) - Tastee

Tastee is an enduring tale of modest beginnings and tenacious pursuit of a dream. Out team serves Jamaicans everywhere through a network of 51 stores and counting! As we strengthen our lead in the industry, we are focused on nurturing a high energy, hands-on team which believes that serving the people of Jamaica is a joy! Be part of this exciting journey as we strive to continuously improve our service to Jamaica and build our brand globally.

We are looking for suitable, qualified experts to fill the vacancies below:

Junior Human Resource Officer - Industrial Relations Specialist

Tastee Jamaica Limited is seeking a Human Resource Officer with responsibility for industrial relations, who will act as the day to day liaison between Human Resources, Contractors and Contractor employers, providing consulting, coaching and problem solving assistance.

Key Responsibilities:

 The key tasks assigned to this role includes but is not limited to the following activities.

• Monitoring the internal environment and providing advice on labor related matters including threats to industrial harmony
• Overseeing the grievance and discipline administration procedures: investigating complaints, hearing and resolving grievances; advising/assisting managers and supervisors in investigating, documenting, recommending and implementing disciplinary actions where needed
• Analyzing data and making recommendations for the improvement and preservation of good employee/industrial relations
• Communicating with contractor agencies and third party Contractors
• Managing sick leaves and punctuality formation
• Any other duty assigned in keeping with general HR functions

Qualifications and Competence Requirements:

• B.Sc in Human Resource Management
• At least one (1) year experience guiding disciplinary processes

Key Competencies:

• A proven record of demonstrating superior interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to build rapport, communicate and interact effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels, both internal and external
• Ability to build and maintain trusting interpersonal relationships by utilizing effective conflict resolution techniques
• Extensive knowledge of world-class practices related to employee/industrial relations
• Proficient at preparing and presenting complex narrative and statistical reports, correspondence and other documents
• Adept at multitasking, meeting deadlines and adapting to changing priorities in a fast paced work environment
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite applications especially Word and Excel

Send résumé to: applications@tasteejamaica.com

We thank all applicants for their interest in this role; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Administrative Officer (GMG/AM 3) - (Manchester, Jamaica) - Jamaica Library Service

The Jamaica Library Service, an agency of the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information invites qualified and competent persons to fill the following positions:

Administrative Officer (GMG/AM 3)
Manchester Parish Library Network

Job Purpose:

The Administrative Officer will coordinate delegated matters pertaining to personnel and ensure the proper maintenance and upkeep of the physical facilities at the Parish and Branch libraries.

Key Responsibilities:

Manages the Human Resources Management division by:

• Interpreting the Jamaica Library Service's policies and procedures for staff
• Preparing and disseminating memoranda to outline changes in organization, administrative policies and procedures to supervise staff to improve work flow
• Coordinating the offices services including records control, housekeeping and special reports
• Participating in the orientation of new employees and providing them with information on the operations of the Parish Libraries; the employment contracts and documentation on the conditions of service

Maintains the Human Resource Management Division functions in the Parish Library by:

• Keeping up-to-date with the HR policies of the Jamaica Library Service
• Advising and assisting supervisors on personnel matters
• Participating in staff recruitment contact with advertising media, schools or other sources of man power to find suitable person to fill vacancies
• Arranging and assisting with the selection of personnel e.g. interviewing, screening and testing job applicants
• Preparing letters of appointment

Participates in staff appraisal by:

• Ensuring the preparation of performance appraisals and other forms of reports on employees
• Monitoring the implementation of performance appraisals 

1. Plans, organizes and implements staff welfare, health and safety services, recreation facilities
2. Assists with the execution of employee grievance procedures in keeping with the overall grievance procedures of Jamaica Library Service

Administers regulations governing conditions of employment by:

• Ensuring that proper procedures are followed in processing applications for vacation leave, study leave, pre-retiring benefits, leave passage loans and salary advances and other employee benefits
• Maintaining personnel records for pension purposes, gratuity payments and other scheme
• Submitting records for pension purposes to the appropriate authority on termination of employee's services

Key Competencies:

• Highly developed analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• Sound knowledge of the Staff Orders, Public Sector Rules, Regulations, Acts and Guidelines
• Sound knowledge of the Government Procurement Procedures
• Well developed time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and negotiating skills inclusive of counseling, grievance handling and interviewing
• A high level of proficiency in the use of computer applications
• Good knowledge of event planning

Qualifications and Experience:

• University degree in Management Studies, Public or Business Administration
• Minimum of two (2) years working experience

Salary scale: $1,181,789 p.a. - $1,404,775 p.a. (As of April 1, 2020)

A written application along with résumé should be submitted no later than March 20, 2020 to:

The Director General

Jamaica Library Service

2 Tom Redcam Drive,

P.O. Box 58, Kingston 5

or

Email: hrm@jls.gov.jm

Interested persons can visit the organization's website www.jls.gov.jm for further details. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Registrar (Kingston, Jamaica) - Cannabis Licensing Authority

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Director – Human Resource Management and Administration the Registrar (PIDG/RIM 4) ensures that the operations of the Authority are enhanced and supported through effective Records Management using improved methods and techniques. The incumbent ensures that the relevant automated, integrated, effective, efficient and economical information systems are employed in Records Management to better serve the information needs of all stakeholders.

The incumbent ensures the systematic control of the Authority's records, throughout their life cycle, in order to meet the operational needs, statutory and fiscal requirements, and stakeholder expectations. The incumbent also ensures that the Authority’s records are authentic, accurate, accessible, complete, comprehensive, compliant, effective and secure.

KEY OUTPUTS
Key Responsibilities

• Ensures the provision of technological guidance to the Authority and the staff
• Collaborates with the Chief Executive Officer, other Senior Officers and Division Heads to develop and maintain the Authority’s Records Management policy;
• Develops and enforces short-term and long-term Records Management Strategy;
• Participates in the development, tracking, optimizing and enforcing of short-term and long-term Records Management budgets;
• Ensures coordination and supervision of Records Management systems and processes;
• Keeps current with emerging records management trends, and current dominant technologies in Records Management;
• Ensures the integration of Records Management with the customer service platform to serve the Authority and its stakeholders in every aspect utilizing web enabled security-controlled access portals, popular social media interfaces and mobile friendly applications/platforms;
• Oversees the design, setting up, maintaining, reviewing and documenting of records systems; identifying the most appropriate Records Management resources; advising on and implementing new records management policies, procedures and systems;
• Provides a policy framework to guide staff in the management of their records and use of the Authority's Records System;
• Ensures consultation with all Authority staff, to exchange information, present new approaches, and to discuss and effectively facilitate equipment and system changes;
• Ensures the development and implementation of retention and disposal schedules;
• Oversees the management of electronic and/or paper-based information;
• Ensures the availability and accessibility of reference materials, to include Government gazettes, reports, journals, encyclopedias, dictionaries, textbooks etc.;
• Ensures that documents and other material of historical significance and importance are preserved and made accessible increasingly through available technology in digital format;
• Ensures the provision of daily newspapers, news magazines, Journals to members of staff and public, Catalogue and Classification;
• Ensures electronic records, changes and additions are identifiable through audit trails;
• Leads in the smooth and efficient operation of the Unit through the management of daily operations;
• Establishes and implements systems for reporting of work done against stated and agreed Work Plans for the Unit;
• Establishes internal control processes required to manage and grow the Unit;
• Meets or exceeds Unit’s performance targets.
• Performs any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Human Resource Management:

• Plans, organizes and directs the work of the Unit by overseeing the development of performance targets for the Unit and staff, based on the Corporate Strategic Plan;
• Ensures that the Unit’s staff have sufficient and appropriate physical resources to enable them to undertake their duties efficiently and effectively;
• Provides leadership and guidance through effective planning, delegation, communication, training, mentoring, coaching and disciplinary action;
• Participates in the recruitment of staff for the Unit;
• Recommends transfer, promotion, termination and leave in accordance with established Human Resource Policies and Procedures;
• Identifies competency gaps and collaborates with the Training and Development Manager to develop and implement Staff Development and Succession Plans for the Unit to ensure adequate staff capacity;
• Monitors job specific and environmental factors, implements and promotes Health and Safety policies and mitigates and minimizes workplace hazards;
• Monitors the performance of staff and ensures effective and objective staff performance management, through timely and accurate completion of the staff appraisal process, including periodic reviews;
• Ensures that welfare issues of Unit staff are clearly identified and addressed.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Good Oral and Written Communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good problem solving, decision making, planning and organizing skills
• Goal/result oriented
• Ability to work in a team
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent knowledge of Government Records Management practices and procedures

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Social Science or Library Science from a recognized institution;
• Formal training in Records Management and Information systems, Procedures and Practices and automated technologies as it relates to Records Management;
• At least three (3) years’ experience in a related field, with at least two (2) years in a similar senior position.
• Formal training in Library Science and/or archival procedures from a recognized institution is desirable;

Special Conditions Associated with the Job

• Will be required to work late and, on the weekends,
• May be exposed to some amount of dust;
• May be required to do some amount of lifting, bending, stooping and walking;
•  Pressured working conditions with numerous critical deadlines.

Salary range $ 1,148,458- $1,365,156 per annum plus any allowance(s) attached to the post. 

The successful candidate will be offered a three (3) year contract with gratuity payable after satisfactory performance after two (2) years.

Applications should be submitted no later than Tuesday, 24 March 2020 to:

THE DIRECTOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
CANNABIS LICENSING AUTHORITY
4TH FLOOR, PAN JAM BUILDING,
60 KNUTSFORD BOULEVARD,
KINGSTON 5.

EMAIL: VACANCIES@CLA.ORG.JM

Bartender, etc (Negril, Jamaica) - Merrills Beach Resorts

Negril Hotel Seeks Pastry Cook, Commis Chef and Bartender.

Preferably from the parishes of Hanover and Westmoreland. Interested applicants with at least 2 years experience in similar position should send applications to :


Deadline: March 20, 2020.
How to apply:
Send cover letter and resume to:
P.O. Box 75, Norman Manley Blvd, Negril
Email: merrilspersonnel@cwjamaica.com

Hotel Maid (Nassau, Bahamas) - Hotel vacancy

Maid needed for small hotel
Must be able to work weekends and holidays. From 8am-5pm

• Must speak some Creole
• Minimum of one year experience in hotel housekeeping or cleaning service
• Must be healthy, mature, and reliable.
• Looking for someone who has excellent housekeeping skills.
• Must have transportation, references, clean police record, and be able to work legally.

Call (242) 676-6666 and ask for Mrs. Cathy
Call after 9:00 am.

Stores Clerk (PIDG/RIM 1) - Kingston, Jamaica - Court Administration Division

Job Purpose

Under the direction of the Office Manager, the incumbent provides clerical support to the Procurement and Office Services Unit.

Key Responsibilities
 Updates and records the distribution of Office supplies, furniture and equipment in
established data base;
 Distributes requested office supplies to Branches/Units within the CAD;
 Verifies deliveries of furniture, equipment and supplies to the CAD;
 Ensures that adequate supplies are available at all times by advising the Director when the goods in stores are at a low level;
 Assists with the preparation of Procurement Sheet for meetings;
 Assists in the preparation and submission of Invoices for payments;
 Performs any other duties assigned.


Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
 Working knowledge of Inventory and Procurement policy guidelines
 Working knowledge of the relevant computer software applications
 Good interpersonal skills
 Good oral and written communication skills
 Ability to work in teams
 Keen eye for details

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
 Graduated from a Secondary Institution with four (4) CXC or GCE ‘O’ Level subjects
including English Language and a numeric subject plus on-the-job training in Records
and Information Management.

Special Condition Associated with the Job
 Adverse working conditions, including dust.

Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Monday,
23rd March, 2020 to:

Senior Director
Human Resource Management and Administration
Court Administration Division
The Towers
25 Dominica Drive
Kingston 5.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Administrative Assistant (GMG/AM 3) - Kingston, Jamaica - Postal Corporation of Jamaica

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

Administrative Assistant (GMG/AM 3)

Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for providing secretarial and administrative services to the Postal Corporation of Jamaica.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participates in the Administrative planning of the office to ensure that deadlines and important matters are completed
• Co-ordinates and attends meetings as required; records, prepares and disseminates minutes
• Prepares routine and official documents including Annual and Board Reports, Corporate Plan and Statistical Data
• Maintains an effective records management and information system

Required Competencies: 

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite applications

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Business Administration, Management Studies, Administrative Management or similar discipline from an accredited tertiary institution plus three (3) years related experience
• Experience in minutes taking is a must

For additional information visit our website: www.jamaicapost.gov.jm

Please forward applications with resumes no later than March 20, 2020 to the:

Director, Human Resource Management and Development

Post and Telecommunications Department

6-10 South Camp Road,

Kingston.

Email: hrunit@jamaicapost.gov.jm

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Records Officer 2 (PIDG/RIM) - Jamaica Fire Brigade

Vacant post available for Records Officer 2 (PIDG/RIM 3) in the Human Resource Management and Development Department, Jamaica Fire Brigade, salary range $854,459 – $1,015,683 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.

Job Purpose
Reporting to the Senior Personnel Officer the incumbent verifies and calculates the various leave for all staff within the Jamaica Fire Brigade.

Key Responsibilities
Technical/Professional:

•  Processes leave applications to determine eligibility;
• Computes and processes applications for Special Sick, No-Pay, Maternity and Vacation 

Leave:

•  Prepares Minutes seeking approval for officers to accumulate Vacation Leave beyond the maximum;
• Prepares letters to Accounts for payments in lieu of Vacation Leave;
•  Advises staff of their leave status;
•  Informs the relevant personnel of approval of leave and resumption dates;
•  Participates in maintaining a register for officers proceeding on leave;
•  Participates in preparing Leave Rosters for all staff within the Jamaica Fire Brigade;
•  Completes National Insurance Forms;
•  Maintains the Nominal Roll for all members of staff;
• Advises the Accounts Department of change of names and National Insurance Scheme (NIS) numbers;
•  Performs any other related duties that may be assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
Core:

•  Good oral and written communication skills
•  Sound interpersonal skills
• Good customer relations skills
• Good integrity/ethics exercised in the performance of duties

Functional:

•  Excellent knowledge of leave regulations
• Proficiency in the relevant computer applications
• Sound judgment and initiative
•  Sound planning and organizing skills

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• Four (4) GCE”O’ Levels passes - Grades A-C, including English Language and a
• numeric subject or four (4) CXC subjects - Levels 1-3, including English Language and a  numeric subject;
•  Training in Records Management;
•  Four (4) years’ experience.

Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted electronically no later than Thursday, 19th March, 2020 to: dirhr.jfb@cwjamaica.com or under confidential cover to:

Director, Human Resource Management and Development 

Jamaica Fire Brigade 

c/o Brigade Headquarters

The Domes 

85 Hagley Park Road

Kingston 10.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Administrative Assistant (GMG/AM 2) (Kingston, Jamaica) - Ministry of Finance & the Public Service

Job Purpose
The Administrative Assistant to the Senior Director, Suppliers Registration and Licensing Branch, provides clerical and administrative support to the Senior Director and liaisons with other Branches Units, Sections and external Agencies for the Senior Director, as well as maintains a
proper filing system to facilitate easy access and security of files, thus ensuring the smooth operation of the Branch.
Key Responsibilities
Management/Administrative:

•  Collates from various Branches of the Commission and external Agencies information which the Branch may need;

•  Acts as a focal point for the dissemination
•  of information within and external to the Branch;
•  Assists the Senior Director and other members of the Branch in solving problems and bring about resolution of technical issues and providing the necessary information and guidance sought;

• Provides support to the Branch for meetings and events planning;
• Provides official administrative functions for the Senior Director; 
• Attends meetings, workshops, retreats and conferences on and off site where necessary;
• Assists in the preparation of Branch Reports, Operational Plan and Budget;
•  Prepares Monthly Branch Reports and Work Plans;
• Assists in the drafting of Cabinet Submissions;
•  Undertakes other duties assigned. 

Technical/Professional:

• Takes dictations, transcribes and prepares the document for signature;
• Organizes, monitors and updates planned programme, activities and appointments;
•  Assists with preparing a range of official and routine documents including Ministry Papers, submissions, notes, reports and correspondence;

• Conducts research and compiles and provides information/files as required;
• Co-ordinates meetings convened by the Senior Director and plans attendance of others;
•  Prepares/compiles appropriate meeting documents and ensures follow through with post meeting actions and decisions;
• Prepares draft letters, memoranda and reports from notes;
• Composes routine correspondence;
• Receives, opens, sorts and distributes incoming correspondence;
• Researches and compiles information as required by the Senior Director for various meeting
•  Screens and refers calls to the relevant officers;
• Maintains diary and schedules appointments;
•  Files correspondence and other materials and maintains a record of the movement of files;
• Accesses and sends e-mail via internet;
•  Ensures that documents are faxed/photocopied;
•  Establishes and maintains an up-to-date filing system;
• Records Minutes and reproduce same for circulation;
• Follows-up on requests made by the Senior Director;
•  Maintains stationery inventory and ensures that stationery is available to members of the Branch;
•  Monitors the Attendance Register in the Suppliers Registration and Licensing Branch and prepares Monthly Attendance Reports for submission to the Human Resource Management and Administration Branch by the 7th of each month

Human Resource:

• Monitors Attendance and Leave Registers for Officers in the Branch;
• Attends Branch/Commission Staff Meetings, as required;
•  Represents the Branch at the Commission’s Staff Welfare Meetings and provides feedback to the Branch;
•  Attends Social Welfare Committee Meetings;
• Performs any other related duties, which may be assigned from time to time.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Sound background in administrative or office management 
•  Knowledge of secretarial practices and procedures 
•  Good multitasking skills 
• Good customer service skills 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Good research and Information Technology skills 
• Good leadership and management skills 
• Ability to effectively manage/work in a team 
•  Knowledge of polices, programmes and procedures of the Government and of general 

Ministry/Departmental operations

• High quality of output and integrity 
• Ability to transcribe material in a clear, accurate and acceptable manner

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

•  CXC/GCE O’ Level English Language;
• Successful completion of the prescribed course of study at the Management Institute for National Development (MIND);
• Proficiency in typewriting at a speed of 50 - 55 w.p.m.;

• Shorthand at a speed of 100 - 120 w.p.m.;
• Five (5) years general office experience.

OR

•  Graduated from an accredited school of Secretarial Studies;
•  Proficiency in typewriting at a speed of 50 - 55 w.p.m.;
• Shorthand at a speed of 100 -120 w.p.m.;
• Training in use of a variety of software applications;
•  Englis Language at CXC/GCE O’ Level;
•  Completion of the appropriate Office Professional Training Course at the Management Institute for National Development (MIND); 
• Five (5) years general office experience.

OR

•  Successful completion of the Certified Professional Secretary Course;
•  Proficiency in typewriting at a speed of 50 - 55 w.p.m.;
•  Shorthand at a speed of 100 - 120 w.p.m.;
• English Language at CXC/GCE O’ Level;
• Training in use of a variety of software applications;
•  Completion of the appropriate Office Professional Training Course at the Management Institute for National Development (MIND);

• Five (5) years general office experience.

Special Conditions Associated with the Job

•  May be required to work on weekends and holidays, occasionally;
•  Will be required to travel, if necessary. 

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted no later than Friday, March 20, 2020 to:

Executive Director,

Public Procurement Commission

1st Floor, 16 Oxford Road, Kingston 5, via email: to jobs@ppc.gov.jm

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.