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The following vacancies have been advertised in St. Lucian newspapers in the period leading up to July 19, 1999.
Customer Service Supervisor at Air Jamaica
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of Customer Service Supervisor at the Hewanorra International Airport. The main functions of the job are to supervise customer service team members in the performance of their jobs and to provide a friendly, fast and efficient check-in process at the Hewanorra Airport ticket counter. The successful applicant must have the ability to solve passenger-related problems and make operational decisions.
The preferred qualifications/skills are:
- At least six years airline experience, preferably in the Customer Service field and with a full understanding of all airport customer service procedures, i.e., check-in, ticketing, reservations, arrivals, departures, controls, baggage service and sales report functions.
- Ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written format. All applicants will be required to do a written exercise.
- Ability to create a positive work environment and recommend ideas to improve station performance.
- Ability to motivate customer service team members
- A high degree of initiative and problem solving ability
- A high degree of schedule flexibility and the ability to work additional hours due to operational requirements.
Applications must be addressed to:
Customer Service Supervisor, Air Jamaica
Hewanorra International Airport, Vieux Fort.
To be received before July 21.
Customer Service Agents at Air Jamaica
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the positions of Part-Time Customer Service Agents to be based at the Hewanorra International Airport. The successful applicants will report to the Airport Manager, St. Lucia. The preferred qualifications/skills are:
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with people at all levels
- Experience as a Customer Service Agent and ability to perform functions
- A broad knwoledge of Customer Service and Operations policies and procedures
- The ability to work on own initiative
- A working knowledge of the computer
Applicatiosn must be addressed to:
Customer Service Agent
Air Jamaica
Hewanorra International Airport, Vieux Fort.
To be received before July 21.
Senior Sales and Marketing Manager at Peter & Co.
Peter & Copany is looking for an energetic, creative individual for the above position within the rapidly expanding Food & Beverage Division in this Company. The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- developing and implementing a successful marketing strategy
- managing the Company's sales teams.
Candidates, who should be self-starters with previous experience in building and developing a dynamic sales team should meet the following requirements:
- A first degree in Marketing, Business or a related field
- At leat five years managerial experience in a Sales/Marketing environment
- Good interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written)
- Computer literacy
Salary for this position will reflect the succssful candidate's qualifications and personal attributes and the usual major company benefits will be included. Applications, together with a current resume should be sent to:
Peter & Company Limited
P.O. Box 84/85
Castries
Closing date July 31.
Customer Service Representative at Shell
Shell Antilles and Guianas Ltd invite applications from suitably qualified individuals to fill the vacant position of Customer Service Representative. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic organisation and develop your career in a challenging and rewarding environment. The duties include but will not be limited to:
- Taking customer orders accurately
- Timely dispatching of all deliveries
- Accurate and timely invoicing of all deliveries to customers and preparation of all general ledger entries
The ideal canidate for the position should be a team player with good communication skills and PC literacy. A High School diploma or at least four CXCs is also necessary. Experience in sales with some accounting experience in a computerised environment is required.
Applications should be submitted to:
The Regional Manager (CSL/1 Vac.)
Shell Antilles and Guianas Limited
P.O. Box 140, Castries.
The closing date is 30th July.
Financial controller at National Development Corporation
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the post of Financial Controller at the NDC. The Financial Controller shall be require to manage the finance of the Corporation in accordance with guidelines laid down by the Board and as directed by the General Manager, to act as Custodian of the Corporation's finances and to exercise both treasureship and comptrollership functions.
Qualifications and experience:
- Applicants must be mature with a minimum of five years experience in a top accounting position and possess either an ACCA or CGA professional qualification, and/or a first degree in Accounting with eight years experience.
- The applicant must be self-motivated and able to work with and direct a team. (S)he must also be computer literate. Excellent communication, interpersonal, writing and organisational skills are a must.
Application with curriculum vitae, career details and the names of two referees should be submitted in a sealed envelope marked:
Financial Controller Post,
St. Lucia National Development Corporation
Administrative Manager
P.O. Box 495
Castries.
Deadline for application July 26th.
Extension Officer at Mabouya Valley Project
Applications are invited from suitbaly qualified persons to fill the post of Extension Officer within the Mabouya Valley Development Project which has its offices at Richfond, Dennery. Applicants should possess a certificate or Diploma in General Agriculture or Agricultural Extension.
The successful applicant shall be required to:
- Advise farm families on improved methods of farming, help them analyze their problems, and assist them to become competent in arriving at solutions to their problems.
- Ensure that hillside farms undertake a diversification programme in accordance with agreements which they have entered into with the project
- Provide technical information to farmers on marketing and post harvest methods
- Promote co-operative spirit among farmers
- Take necssary steps to ensure that farmers abide by terms of lease/purchase or rental agreements which they have entered into with the project
Salary will be based on qualifications and experience. Applications including the names, addresses and telephone numbers of two referees should be addressed to:
Chairman
Mabouya Valley Development Project
Management Committee
P.O. Box 1492, Castries.
Deadline for applications August 14.
Deputy Project Co-Ordinator at OECS
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Deputy Project Co-Ordinator, OECS Disaster Recovery and Management Project based in the Ministry of Finance and Planning. The duration of the contract will be for a minimum of at least two years.
Qualifications and experience:
- First degree in Civil Engineering with at least ten years experience. Qualifications in Project Management and knowledge of World Bank procurement procedures would be an asset.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Supervising PCU staff in the absence of the Project Co-ordinator.
- Prepare a procurement plan for the project in accordance with the World Bank guidelines as detailed in the revised January 1999 World Bank document 'Guidelines, etc.' in collaboration with the Financial Manager of the Project.
- Plan procurement activities and montor the procurement process, ensuring compliance with the project management procedures outlined in the Credit and Loan Agreements with respect to all implementation activities.
- Review tender documents for all civil works and goods, and request for proposals for consultants, including bill of quantities, specifications and terms of reference, to ensure compliance with World Bank procedures.
- Organize and preside over tender assessments, making recommendations for awards, and prepare tender evaluation reports.
- Update performance indicators.
- Prepare and update implementation plan.
- Negotiate contracts.
- Liaise with the Project Co-ordinator and contractors/suppliers on all technical aspects of the Project.
Salary : remuneration package will be commensurate with experience. Application and curriculum vitae should be submitted to:
Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Finance and Planning
P.O. Box 709
Castries.
Fax: 1 758 452-2506
E-mail: econdept@candw.lc
To reach no later than July 23.
Grade 1 Teacher at Tapion School
Tapion School has built a reputation over 30 years as the leading Private School in St. Lucia and regularly heads the league tables of Common Entrance results of all schools. In order to maintain this reputation and to lead the development of a range of strategic initiatives to enhance the quality of the school we are seeking a grade 1 teacher for the new school year.
Teaching position vacant at the Tapion School for the 1999/2000 school year, commencing September 1999.
Qualifications:
- Applicants will hold a Certificate in Education from a recognised Teacher Training College/Establishment.
- Bachelors degree from a recognised university or a Diploma in Early Childhood Education will be an advantage.
Salary will be based on qualifications. Please forward your resume along with certified copies of your documents to:
The Principal
Tapion School Limited
P.O. Box 511, Castries.
Assistant Manager at Beausejour Dairy Farm
St. Lucia Livestock Development Company Ltd. requires an Assistant Manager. Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the above-named post.
Qualifications and experience:
- A minimum of a Diploma in Animal Production and Health
- At least 4 years experience in the field of work
- A mature individual with excellent communication, analytical and interpersonal skills
- Must possess a current driver's license and vehicle.
Applications with curriculum vitae and certified copies of certificate should be submitted to:
General Manager
St. Lucia Livestock Development Company Ltd.
Beausejour Dairy Farm
P.O. Box 273
Vieux Fort
To reach him no later than July 20.
Supervisor
A vacancy exists for the post of Supervisor with a reputable St. Lucian firm. Candidate must possess the following:
- A minimum of five O'levels including English and Mathematics
- Oral and written knowledge of French
- Working knowledge of Creole
- Ability to organise schedules
- Computer literate
- Ability to work well with others
- Valid driver's license
- Must be in possession of a vehicle.
Suitable candidates should apply in writing to:
Human Resources Manager
P.O. Box 88
Castries
Deadline for applications Friday 30th July.
Lecturers at Sir Arthur Lewis Community College
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer in Physics and Educational Psychology at the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College for the academic year commencing September 1999.
Qualifications and experience:
- Applicants must have a first degree or equivalent in the related subject area from a recognized university and a Master's Degree. 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 twenty-five years of age.
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 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's Office, Sir Arthur Lewis Community College, Morne Fortune, Castries.
Completed application forms must be returned to the Registrar's Office not later than Monday August 9, 1999.
Terms of appointment:
- Appointment 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 Act.
Beverly Josie, Registrar, Sir Arthur Lewis Community College.
Manager Distribution Division
A fast growing company requires a dynamic and outgoing individual to manage its distribution division.
Qualifications:
- A degree in Marketing or Management with at least 3 years experience managing a distrbution company.
Responsibilities:
- Preparation of annual budgets, Strategic Plans Marketing plans and other necessary reports in collaboration with other members of the management team, where required.
- Ensure that the product lines are effectively distributed and promoted islandwide
- Supervision of all staff within the division
- Design and monitoring of sustems required for the effective functioning of the division
- Reports to the Managing Director
Applications must be sent to:
Human Resources Manager
P.O. Box 88
Castries.
Applications must be sent in before Friday 30th July.
Programme Manager Sectoral Programmes, Caribbean Community Secretariat
Applications are invited from suitably qualified nationals of CARICOM Member Sates for the above mentioned post in the Caribbean Community Secretariat with assigned duty station in Guyana.
Functions of the post:
Under the general direction of the Adviser, Single Market and Sectoral Programmes, the Programme Manager, Sectoral Programmes shall be responsible for the coordination of the Secretariat's programmes for agricultural development, tourism development, industrial development, development of the Region's services sector and transportation.
Qualifications and experience:
- A Master's Degree in Economics or relevant discipline or equivalent professional qualifications in the Social Sciences plus a minimum of seven years professional and management experience. Experience in dealing with Regional and International Organisations would be an asset.
A copy of the job description can be obtained at the desk of the Receptionist, Caribbean Community Secretariat, Bank of Guyana Building, Avenue of the Republic, Georgetown.
Applications including detailed curriculum vitae, the names and addresses of three referees (at least two of whom must be familiar with the applicant's work) must be submitted to the Adviser, Human Resource Management, Caribbean Community Secretariat, Bank of Guyana Building, Avenue of the Republic, Georgetown, Guyana.
The Secretariat will commence considering applications from 16 August, 1999.
Executive Pastry Chef at Sandals
St. Lucia Golf Resort & Spa requires an Executive Pastry Chef
Qualifications:
- Must have one year of culinary schooling or higher education level. Knowledge of all types of pastries, bread and bread baking.
Experience:
- 3 to 5 years experience in pastries.
- 3 years experience as a pastry chef or supervisor
- Must have previous experience in the hospitality industry or at a reputable restaurant
- International experience would be a definite asset.
Applications should be sent to:
General Manager
Sandals St. Lucia Golf Resort & Spa
P.O. Box 399
Castries.
Administrative Assistant at Poverty Reduction Fund
Position: Administrative Assistant Reporting to: Executive Director
Primary functions: To provide administrative support to the Executive Director.
Summary of duties:
- Assist with the drafting of communication for the Executive Director
- Schedule meetings for the Executive Director
- Record minutes of Board proceedings and circulate same in a timely manner to Board members.
- Attend to day to day matters and records pertaining to personnel, financial transactions, contracts, equipment and inventories, office supplies, purchasing, disbursement and office organisation.
- Maintain records of personal matters, such as terms and conditions of service and staff contracts.
- Maintain and file all office records, particularly those concerned with revenue, recurrent and capital expenditure, loans, grants, disbursements, special accounts, petty cash, investments and financial commitments.
- Provide typing services to other staff members.
- Direct office assistant/driver with appropriate instructions on a day to day basis
- Any other duties that may be assigned.
Qualifications: Secretarial Diploma or Administrative Secretary's Certificate from Sir Arthur Lewis Community College or equivalent, as well as 4 to 5 years work experience.
Interested applicants please apply by 31st July to:
The Executive Director
Poverty Reduction Fund
79 Brazil St.
Castries.
Production Management Trainee at Windward and Leeward Brewery Ltd.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of Production Management Trainee.
The successful applicant should possess a degree in Food Technology or related science field with 3 years experience in middle management,
or
possess a diploma in Food Technology or related science field with 5 years experience in supervisory or middle management.
Applicants should be between the ages of 25 and 35, preferably with computer literacy skills in MS Office. Experience in the manufacturing industry would be an asset.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Human Resource Manager
Windward & Leeward Brewery Limited
P.O. Box 237
Vieux Fort.
To reach him no later than July 30.
Sales Representative Office Equipment at the Office Centre.
The Office Centre (St. Lucia) Ltd. requires a resource person for the sale of office equipment and related products. The ideal candidate should have sales experience and should possess 5 O-levels, including English and Mathematics. Good inter-personal skills.
- A good working knowledge of the Office Equipment industry would be an asset.
- The individual must have the full use of a car for which a suitable allowance will be paid.
Benefits:
An attractive remuneration package including salary, commission, and medical insurance.
Please apply in writing to:
The Manager
The Office Centre (St. Lucia) Ltd.
P.O. Box 1394, Castries, St. Lucia.
No later than July 31st 1999.
Enforcement Officers at Solid Waste Management Authority
The St. Lucia Solid Waste Management Authority is looking for two enforcement officers.
Minimum qualifications are successful completion of a tertiary level programme with two years work experience. A Diploma in Environmental Studies or Environmental Health or similar, would be an asset.
The Enforcement Officers will report to the Operations Manager and will be responsible for separate geographical areas, with one operating in the north of the island and the other operating in the south. The incumbents will be primarily responsible for
- monitoring waste collection and disposal services which have been contracted out by the Authority. Also they will be responsible for ensuring that public complaints are appropriately responded to on a timely basis,
- and for assisting where necessary, 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 collections services to ensure they confotm 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 composition 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 applicants 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.
Written applications along with certified detailed particulars of qualifications, training and experience, together with two references should be received by Friday, 30th July, addressed to:
The General Manager
St. Lucia Solid Waste Management Authority
C/o The Ministry of Finance and Planning
P.O. Box 709, Castries.
Accountant and Adminstrative Assistant at Caribbean Regional Program for Economic Competitiveness.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following positions in the Regional Office of this CIDA-funded Project to be based in St. Lucia:
1. Accountant
The primary object of the post is to support the Project Manager in ensuring efficient and optimum utilisation and accountability for resources made available by CIDA to the Caribbean through the Project. The ideal candidate must be qualified and experienced in planning, organising and administering project-related accounts and information technology systems. Expected to be team builder and staff motivator.
Duties include:
- Centralised accounts and reports.
- Budgets, financial stataments and cash controls.
- Harmonising processes and monitoring implementation.
- Field reviews of regional offices and sub-projects.
The successful candidate should have at least:
- A degree in Accounting and part professional qualifications - 5th/6th level CGA equivalent
- Working knowledge of ACCPAC for Windows, Excel, Access and Lotus.
- Previous experience in donor-funded project accounting would be an advantage.
2. Administrative Assistant:
The successful candidate provides administrative, logistical and secretarial support to the Project Manager and a small team of Project professionals, also assists in maintaining the accounting system and the computerised database.
Minimum qualifications and ability:
- 5 O'levels including English and Mathematics
- Recognised diploma in Office Administration
- Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
- 5 years experience in secretarial field.
- Experience in Development Projects and Accounts would be assets.
Salary commensurate with experience and ability.
Closing date is July 20th.
Submit applications and curriculum vitae to:
CPEC Vacancies
P.O. Box 1670, Castries
Chief Executive Officer at Property Development and Management Company
A vacancy exists for a CEO for a Property Development and Management Company. The Company is required to provide the following services:
- Project planning, project feasibility and project development
- Project and construction management
- Acquisition, construction and leasing of properties
- Mechanical and electrical installation and maintenance
- Procurement, storage and distribution of equipment and building supplies
- Purchasing and sale of commercial and residentail properties
- Technical and advisory services
- Basic maintenance, landscaping and housekeeping.
Candidate should possess:
- Certification by a professional body in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering and Management or Project Planning.
- Management and Implementation or equivalent qualification: with five years experience in management at a senior level.
Salary commensurate with qualification and experience.
Only suitable applications will be acknowledged.
Please apply by July 31, to:
National Insurance Property Development and Management Company
c/o The Director
National Insurance Scheme
Block D, Waterfront Castries.
Currency Officer at Eastern Caribbean Central Bank
Applications are invited from suitably qualified citizens of the ECCB member countries to fill the post of Currency Officer in the Accounting and Currency Department of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank, Basseterre, St. Kitts. Applicants should have:
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Management Studies, or profesisonal qualifications in Accounting, Banking or Business Administration.
- The ability to work efficiently in a team
- Supervisory skills as evidenced by 3 years experience at a supervisory level.
- Working knowledge of computerised business applications (such as Microsoft Word and Excel)
Duties:
- Supervision of staff in the Notes Verification Section.
- Responsible for custody of mixed notes from the time of receipt until the destruction of these notes.
- Overall responsibility for the processing of notes on the CPS 600 machine.
- Supervise all the vouching of currency transactions including the signing of the vouchers after scrutiny
- Assist with receipt of new currency and escort of currency to and from ports of shipment
- Deal with queries regarding currency transactions
- Any other duties which may be assigned by the Director/Deputy Director, Accounting and Currency Department.
Salary will be commensurate with qualification and experience.
Applications stating qualifications and experience with the names and addressed of 2 referees, as well as certified copies of certificates should be forwarded to:
The Bank Secretary
Eastern Caribbean Central Bank
P.O. Box 89
Basseterre
St. Kitts
To reach no later than 28 July.
Applications which do not meet the minimum requirements will not be acknowledged.
Printer/Pressman at The Star
The Star Publishing Co. requires a Printer/Pressman.
Skills required:
- Over 5 years experience in printing on a large press.
- Must be dependable and willing to work long hours.
- Previous experience on a KOMORI Press is an asset, especially a multi-colored press.
Send CV's in writing to:
The Manager
STAR Publishing Co.
P.O. Box 1146
Castries, St. Lucia.
Deadline for application: July 30.
Assistant Manager at Europa North
Vacancy exists for an Assistant Manager. CXC passes in English and Maths a must. Preferred applicant not older than 25.
Apply in writing to
Europa North, P.O. Box 541,
Castries.
Deadline for application July 20.
Female Photographer at large hotel.
Female photographer wanted to work at a large hotel. The successful applicant must have a love for photography. No prior experience is necessary.
Qualifications: 4 O'Levels: English, Maths, Physics and any other subject.
Send application to:
The Manager, P.O. Box 672, Castries.
Temporary Secretary at CPO
Wanted urgently: a temporary secretary with knowledge of book-keeping. Must have a pleasant personality, adaptable and can work under pressure.
Send photo along with c.v. to:
CPO
P.O. Box 1408, Castries.
Chef
A vacancy exists for a Chef. Specializing in Indian Tandoori Cuisine.
Tel. 452-9800.
Needed:
Accounts Clerks needed, familiar with Quick Books Pro.
Customer Service Individuals. Good telephone voice is required. US visa required.
Tel. 454-5753.
Operations Assistant in Tortola
A British Virgin Islands Scrrenprinting Company is looking for an Operations Assistant to work on Tortola. Must have a full knwoledge of the production process, printing on t-shirts, caps, etc.
Phone: 284-494-5511. Fax: 284-494-3867. E-mail: bviapparel@aol.com
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