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The following vacancies have been advertised in St. Lucian newspapers in the period leading up to 30th June 2001.
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Microfinance Advisors at Microfin
Microfin, Caribbean Microfinance Ltd, a regional microfinance institution providing loans to owners of microenterprises in the Caribbean has opportunities for Microfinance Advisors.
If you are interested in making a difference, developing a new company with new people and building a career in a new field that is growing internationally, this might be the opportunity for you.
As a Microfinance Advisor (MFA) you will perform the job of lender, advisor and mentor to existing and potential microenterprise owners.
The MFA candidate should:
* Possess a business degree or equivalent;
* Be prepared to work in the field and have the ability to work unsupervised;
* Have a high level of integrity, determination and energy to work;
* Be able to exercise initiative in developing new business.
The job offers good prospects for personal development as well as career progression within the DFL Caribbean Group. The remuneration package will be based on comparable positions in the financial services industry.
If this opportunity is of interest to you, please send your resume along with a brief application to cwooding@dflpos.com
Applications should be submitted by Friday 27th July.
Enforcement Officer at SLSWMA
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the appointment of one Enforcement Officer within the St. Lucia Solid Waste Management Authority.
Qualifications: Minimum qualifications are successful completion of a tertiary level programme with two years work experience. Working experience in the environmental fields would be an asset.
General accountability: The Enforcement Officer will report to the Operational Manager, and will be responsible for separate geographical areas, within one of its enforcement zones. The incumbent will be primarily responsible for monitoring solid waste collection and disposal services which have been contracted out by the Authority. Also he/she will be responsible for ensuring that public complaints are appropriately responded to on a timely basis, and for assisting with the Authority's public education and awareness programmes.
Duties and responsibilities:
* Work in close collaboration with the Operations Manager to ensure the efficient regulation, monitoring and enforcement of waste management services. Tasks will include the preparation of regular reports for submission to the Operations Manager, including, but not limited to, contractor performance, public complaints, accidents and incidents;
* Monitor the performance of contractors involved in waste collection services to ensure they conform to contract specifications including operational plans, scheduling, staffing and health and safety provisions;
* Ensure that members of the public and the commercial, industrial and institutional sectors comply with appropriate waste storage and waste segregation requirements;
* Monitor the operations at the existing disposal sites, and at new landfill sites to be constructed, to ensure they conform to contract specifications;
* Monitor waste recycling facilities, including composting initiatives, at the disposal sites and within participating communities;
* Monitor facilities for the collection and treatment of hazardous waste, including biomedical waste, and ship-generated waste;
* Assist with public education programmes related to solid waste management, as required;
* Respond to public complaints;
* Perform other related duties assigned by the Operations Manager or the General Manager.
Conditions: The successful applicant will be required to possess a valid driving license and to own, maintain and operate a motor car to enable effective discharge of duties, in respect of which an allowance will be paid.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful applicant will be offered an initial three year contract with the option for renewal upon successful completion of his/her term.
Written applications along with certified detailed particulars of qualifications, training and experience, together with 2 references should be received by Friday 13th July.
Applications should be addressed to:
The General Manager
St Lucia Solid Waste Management Authority
PO Box 709, Castries.
Vacancy at ARC Dynamic
Vacancies: one experienced Welder/Fabricator, Machinist/Mechanic with at least five years experience to operate an established machine shop and train potential employees.
Apply in writing to:
The Managing Director
ARC Dynamic Workshop
Rodney Bay Boatyard
Tel. 450-0065.
Administrative Seceretary at School of Music
St Lucia School of Music invites applications for the post of Administrative Secretary.
This post is suitable for someone who has excellent secretarial skills, with a command of Microsoft Word, Publisher, Access and Excel, who is very responsible and experienced in office management, who is well organized, a good communicator, and a good team member, and who is able to meet with equanimity the wide-ranging demands of the post. Commencement would be 1st of September.
Applications with detailed curriculum vitae and the names of two referees should be submitted to later than Friday 20th July to:
The Director
St Lucia School of Music
PO Box 544, Castries.
Chef de Cuisine
Tao Restaurant at LeSport is internationally renowned for its high standards of service and Cuisine which translates Eastern and Western ingredients into signature dishes. Tao borrows from the Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese and Filipino schools of cooking meanwhile balancing their spices and philosophies.
A vacancy exists at Tao Restaurant for a Chef de Cuisine who must possess and display exceptional leadership skills.
The successful candidate must be creative, innovative, friendly, highly motivated, efficient and hardworking and must be able to earn the respect of staff.
He/she will be responsible for the training and development of the kitchen brigade and the development of a cuisine and menu cycles based on this concept. The candidate must be fully qualified with at least 5 years experience in a similar position. First class overseas experience would be an advantage. Remuneration will depend on experience.
To apply, please send curriculum vitae and cover letter to:
The Human Resources Co-ordinator
PO Box 437, Castries.
Closing date for applications is 20th July. Only qualified persons will be acknowledged.
Sales and Marketing Co-ordinator
The Resort Management Company (TRMC) is an extremely successful company with responsibility for three prestigious resorts, two offering therapeutic and rejuvenation treatments.
We are seeking a person with previous experience in Sales and Marketing, preferably with leisure resorts and hotels. The successful candidate must be able to work under pressure and be self-motivated. The candidate will be expected to co-ordinate all activities associated with the various aspects of Sales and Marketing, to lend support to and contribute to new business as well as facilitating the expectations of existing clients.
A considerable portion of the job will entail co-ordinating marketing activity to maintain a profile of the resorts via presentations, promotions, literature, brochures and other marketing tools.
Salary and benefits are commensurate with qualifications and previous experience.
To apply please send your full curriculum vitae with cover letter to:
The Human Resources Co-Ordinator
The Body Holiday at LeSport
PO Box 437, Castries.
Only suitable applicants will be acknowledged.
Various Vacancies at Sir Arthur Lewis Community College
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacancies at the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College for the academic year commencing September 2001:
Secretary
Qualifications and experience: Applicants should have four CXC General Proficiency Level passes (grades I or II) or four GCE O'Level passes (grades A, B or C) and a secretarial diploma or associate degree from the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College or equivalent. The applicants should have a minimal typing speed of 60 words per minute and shorthand at 90 words per minute. In addition, they should be proficient in a variety of software including word processing, spreadsheets, database. Relevant work experience will be an asset.
Duties: The successful applicant will be expected to
* Type correspondence, reports and other documents as necessary and distribute mail;
* Maintain a filing system;
* Post and maintain records of correspondence which require follow-up action;
* Maintain confidentiality and security of all records as directed;
* Perform other related duties as may be required.
Accounts Clerk
Qualifications and experience
* A'Level accounting or a diploma in business studies;
* ACT or AAT at the intermediary level;
* A minimum of two years experience in the field of accounting;
* Candidates must have at least the basic knowledge of ACCPAC accounting systems, especially general ledger, accounts receivable and accounts payable, as well as spreadsheet application (e.g. Lotus or Excel).
Duties: The successful applicant will be expected to:
* Post invoices;
* Prepare cheques;
* Monitor creditors and debtors information;
* Prepare bank reconciliations.
Application procedure:
Interested, eligible candidates are invited to apply by completing the prescribed forms which can be obtained from the Registrar Office, Sir Arthur Lewis Community College, Morne Fortune, Castries, St. Lucia.
Completed application forms must be returned to the Registrar's Office no later than Monday 23rd July.
Terms of appointment:
Appointments will be on a one or two year fixed term nature with the possibility of renewal. Salary will be determined by the qualifications of the applicant in accordance with the salary scales approved by the College. Quarters, free medical attention and medicines will not be provided. The successful applicant's income will be liable to taxation in accordance with the local income Tax Ordinance.
More specific information on the College can be obtained from the College's website at www.salcc.edu.lc
Manager at Avantext
Avantext Inc., a US based company, is currently seeking a Manager for its St. Lucia based operation: Avantext St Lucia Ltd. Avantext St Lucia provides electronic document conversion and mark services to its parent company in the US.
This position is responsible for the daily operations of Avantext St Lucia, including hiring and managing staff (currently at 7 employees and expected to grow to 60 employees by mid-2002), managing project workflow, establishing a semi-formal training process, maintaining accounts payable, etc.
The prospective candidate should possess the following requirements:
* Significant work experience managing employees;
* A general knowledge of personal computers and networks;
* The ability to work and make decisions independently;
* Ability to travel periodically.
Of benefit are:
* Experience working in IT industry;
* Experience working with electronic document conversion systems;
* Experience with light accounting/accounts payable.
Salary is based on experience.
Interested parties should forward a resume, cover letter and salary requirements by mail to Avantext St Lucia Ltd., PO Box RB2579, Rodney Bay
or email to slu@avantext.com
Executive Chef at Sandals
Sandals St Lucia invites applicants for the position of Executive Chef. The ideal applicant should
* Have at least three years experience as an Executive Chef and a Hotel diploma/degree or equivalent in culinary arts;
* Possess the ability to supervise and motivate a team of over 100 employees;
* Be able to meet and exceed customer satisfaction;
* Be able to provide accountability of operating inventories;
* Possess strong leadership, creative and organizational qualities;
* Be able to maintain the highest levels of sanitation and hygiene;
* Have international experience which would be a definite asset;
* Have previous experience in multiple outlet operations.
Please send application and resume to:
General Manager
Sandals St Lucia
PO Box 399, Castries.
Scuba Instructors at Rendezvous
The most intimate and romantic all-inclusive resort in St Lucia has a vacancy for Scuba Instructors.
Rendezvous is looking for qualified PADI Master Scuba Diving Instructors who have experience with managing a resort dive operation. The successful applicant will have excellent guest contact skills, be well organized and have a friendly, outgoing personality.
You must be able to manage a busy Scuba shop, including teaching resort and open water certification courses, maintaining scuba equipment and the dive boat and effective scheduling of daily activities.
To apply please send your full curriculum vitae, with covering letter and copies of all PADI certificates to:
Scuba Instructor Position
PO Box 190, Castries.
Consultant Social Researcher at CDB
Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals from among nationals of Borrowing Member Countries of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) for appointment as Consultant Social Researcher in the Social and Economic Research Unit in the Economics and Programming Department (EAPD) of CDB.
The initial duration of the assignment is two years. Funding for the consultancy has been provided by the Department for International Development (DFID) of the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Scope of work. The primary functions of the Consultant are:
* to provide advice on the formulation of programmes of social and economic research to support CDB's mission and objectives, to design research projects and to formulate terms of reference for research contracts;
* to monitor and supervise research projects;
* to conduct research on specific social and/or economic issues as directed;
* to organise programmes for training CDB staff in social research methods, with emphasis on qualitative techniques and on combining qualitative and quantitative methods;
* to organise, promote and participate in workshops and seminars on the design and conduct of social research, and on the applications of social research for the achievement of CDB's mission and objectives;
* to establish, within CDB, in collaboration with the Statistician in EAPD, programmes for the systematic collection, storage, aggregation and retrieval of social and economic data of interest to CDB; and
* to collaborate with other institutions, regional and extra-regional, in research and research dissemination.
Training and capacity. The Consultant is expected to have a degree in the Social Sciences including Economics, together with a postgraduate qualification in Sociology, Anthropology, Development Studies or an allied subject, and would have been working in social research or social policy research for at least five years.
The Consultant should be able to demonstrate competencies in qualitative and quantitative assessments and to work creatively and proactively in an environment of relative data scarcity.
Leadership qualities, strong self motivation, and the ability to work in a team environment are absolute requirements. Evidence of previous research work and publications would enhance a candidate's prospects of selection.
Reporting arrangements: The Consultant will report to the Chief Research Economist in the Social and Economic Research Unit, and will work under the overall direction of the Director of the Economics and Programming Department of CDB.
Applications, including a detailed curriculum vitae with age, nationality and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three referees, should be submitted not later than 13th July to:
Deputy Director
Human Resources and Administration
Caribbean Development Bank
PO Box 408, Wildey
St. Michael
Barbados, West Indies.
Information about CDB is available at: http://www.caribank.org
Eighty Typists at Windward Ltd.
Windward Limited, a local data processing company is seeking to fill the following entry level positions:
40 full time in office day shift Typists
40 full time homeworker Typists to work from their homes.
Home workers must have their own DOS compatible computer.
Applicants must be able to type 25-40 wpm. All qualification certificates must accompany resumes. Day shift training hours are from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday.
Please call 452-1255 Monday through Friday from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 om to 3:30 pm to arrange an interview. Calls for these positions will not be accepted before or after the specified times. Please address all cover letters to the Personnel Assistant.
Windward Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Hotel Maid
Vacancy for a Hotel Maid.
Tel. 452-8756.
Restaurant Manager
Vacancy for a Restaurant Manager for a 60 seating capacity waterfront restaurant. Applicants must possess an associate degree and/or a minimum of two years experience in food and beverage management. Tel. 452-9455.
Various Vacancies at Half Yellow Moon
Vacancies at Half Yellow Moon, Rodney Bay. Tel. 458-0565.
Barman - for wine bar
Hostess - for jazz lounge
Pastry Cook - for restaurant.
Branch Supervisor at Mirror, Vieux Fort
Vacancy: A Branch Supervisor is required for the Southern Office of the Mirror Publishing Company/Mayers Printing Company.
Applicants should be from the South, with experience in news writing and photography. Duties include providing coverage of news events throughout the South, and managing the companies' Southern operation. Priority will be given to candidates possessing a vehicle.
Send written applications addressed to:
The Managing Director
PO Box 1782
Castries, St. Lucia.
Unsuitable applications will not be acknowledged.
Various Trainers
The National Skills Development Centre is recruiting suitable trainers to conduct the following Skills Training Courses:
* Computer and maintenance repair
* Web page designing
* Computer graphics
* Cosmetology (general)
* Beauty therapy
* Hair braiding
* Data processing
* Floral arrangement
* Small applicance repair & electrical installation
* Dressmaking & fashion design
* Plumbing
* Woodwork
* Carpentry
* Masonry
* Food catering
Please send a detailed resumé with qualifications and experience addressed to:
The General Manager
National Skills Development Centre
PO Box RB2411
Rodney Bay, St. Lucia
Email: nsdc@candw.lc
Tel. 458-1677, fax: 458-1619
Chief of Security at large hotel
A large hotel in the north requires a Chief of Security. The successful applicant will be dynamic, have excellent guest contact skills, strong leadership qualities essential for the management of a security team of thirteen staff.
Special emphasis placed on security issues and disaster preparedness planning, conducting security surveys, private investigations in-house/locally and conducting training programmes for security staff.
Please send your CV to:
The General Manager
PO Box RB2268
Rodney Bay.
Fitness Coordinator at Sandals Halcyon
Sandals Halcyon St. Lucia requires a Fitness Coordinator.
Requirements:
* This position requires an individual who is physically fit and can maintain the success of the fitness program and the management of the Fitness Centre;
* A friendly and outgoing personality with the ability to clearly communicate in English as required;
* Knowledgeable of all services the hotel has to offer including the Spa & Entertainment.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and deliver a fitness programme that can meet the needs of the diverse group of participants;
* Ability to demonstrate use of weight and cardiovascular equipment;
* To lead, motivate and educate participants through verbal communication and demonstration while always using positive reinforcement;
* Be a positive role model for guests and staff. Maintain a high standard of fitness;
* Maintain qualification and always have current CPR.
Qualifications:
* Certified fitness instructor with AFAA, ACE, CAIN or equivalent;
* Certified AFA instructor;
* Valid CPR/First Aid certificate;
* Good listening/communication skills.
Applications should be sent to:
General Manager
Sandals Halcyon St. Lucia
PO Box GM910
Gablewoods, Castries.
Various Vacancies
Minimum requirements: 3 A'Levels/5 O'Levels, supervisory and sales experience.
Sales Persons
Minimum requirements: 3 A'Levels/5 O'Levels and sales experience.
Salary: commensurable with experience.
Please mail applications to:
The Manager
PO Box 34, Castries.
Chief Executive Officer
Ernst & Young, Search & Selection. Our client, a Utility Company in the OECS, is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and suitably qualified individual to join its organisation in the capacity of Chief Executive Officer.
The successful candidate will report directly to the Board of Directors and will be responsible for the overall management of the plant including ensuring the smooth functioning of the organisation, managing the company's corporate image, assisting with the development of corporate goals and strategies and building strong relationships with consumer groups, shareholders, government, other utility companies and the media.
The individual should possess a university degree in Engineering, Business Administration or Finance. An MBA or another postgraduate degree would be an asset. The ideal candidate will also possess a minimum of 10 years' experience in a senior management or policy-making role in the private sector electrical industry. The candidate should demonstrate excellent problem solving ability, leadership and communication skills.
A remuneration package commensurate with market norms for this position including an annual bonus scheme will be offered to the successful individual.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Applications must be accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae along with the names, addresses and telephone numbers of two business references.
Please forward to the address below, to reach us no later than July 18.
Search and Selection
'Chief Executive Officer'
Ernst & Young
PO Box 261, Bay Street
Bridgetown.
Fax (246) 430-3943
Email: ey.hr@bb.eyi.com
Various Vacancies at Sir Arthur Lewis Community College
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacancies at the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College for the academic year commencing September 2001:
Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer in:
1. Science Education*
2. Electricity**
3. Language Arts
Qualifications and experience: Applicants must have at least a first degree or equivalent in the relevant subject area from a recognized university. Placement in the staff structure of the College will depend, in addition to a degree, upon years of teaching experience in the subject, and recognized qualifications in education or in the teaching of the subject.
Experience in teaching at the tertiary level will be an asset.
A certificate or diploma in Education will be an additional asset.
Applicants should normally be over 25 years of age.
* B.Sc. with a Master's degree or postgraduate diploma in Science Education OR B.Sc. with Education (preferably Curriculum Studies) OR Bachelor of Education with Science.
** A first degree in Electrical Engineering with a background in Domestic and Industrial Electrical Installation. A diploma in Electrical Technology from CAST will also be considered. Possession of a license as an Electrician would be an asset.
Duties and responsibilities: Applicants will be expected to teach assigned courses, set and mark assignments and examinations as determined by the Dean, and participate in the curriculum planning and development work of the College.
Application procedure: Interested, eligible candidates are invited to apply by completing the prescribed forms which can be obtained from the Registrar Office, Sir Arthur Lewis Community College, Morne Fortune, Castries, St. Lucia.
Completed application forms must be returned to the Registrar's Office no later than Friday July 13.
Terms of appointment: Appointments will be on a one or two year fixed term nature with the possibility of renewal. Salary will be determined by the qualifications of the applicant in accordance with salary scales approved for the College. Quarters, free medical attention and medicines will not be provided. The successful applicant's income will be liable to taxation in accordance with the local income Tax Ordinance.
More specific information on the College can be obtained from the College's website at www.salcc.edu.lc
Sales Reservations Rep at small hotel
A small hotel in Marigot Bay needs a Sales Reservation Representative. We are looking for a dynamic person who can speak and write standard English. You need experience working with a computer and the internet (emails). Having ease to work with the public is another advantage.
The working hours are Monday to Friday from 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm and Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. To get an appointment, please mail your resume before July 11, to: PO Box 387, Castries, St. Lucia, or email to: marigot@saint-lucia.net
Senior Medical Technologist
Applications are invited for a Senior Medical Technologist.
Qualifications: Minimum 10 years experience as a Medical Technologist
* Experience in blood banking, haematology, chemistry, serology and microbiology;
* Good customer relations in the private sector.
Responsibilities will include:
* Implementation of quality assurance programme;
* Implementation of continuing education and training programmes;
* Routine maintenance and servicing of laboratory equipment;
* Routine duties related to laboratory technology.
Suitable applications should be submitted to:
The Manager
Laboratory Services & Consultations Ltd.
PO Box GM711
Gablewoods Mall
Castries, St. Lucia.
Various Vacancies at Brinks Securities
Wanted: suitable young men 20 years to 45 years of age for day/night Security Guard duties
Wanted: heavy duty/goods Vehicle Driver. Apply in person with current driver's license to Brinks St. Lucia Ltd., La Clery.
Police certificates of character will be required from successful applicants.
Pressman at Superior Printing
Superior Printing Services Vacancy.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of Pressman at Superior Printing Services.
Duties and responsibilities: The successful applicant will be required to operate a Heidelberg single colour press.
Desirable qualifications:
* Applicants must have at least 5 years experience in printing full colour jobs;
* Applicants must be discreet, self-directed, a team worker and prepared to work additional hours at short notice.
Salary shall be commensurate with experience.
Applications from suitable candidates should be submitted no later than 31st July to:
The General Manager
Superior Printing Services
PO Box GR5040
Grande Riviere
Gros Islet
CARICOM citizens may apply.
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