Caribbean Times 42nd Issue - 23rd November 2016

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Government of Antigua and Barbuda
Ministry of Tourism, Economic Development,
Investment and Energy
Vacancy Notice
Date: 10 th November, 2016
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons
to fill the vacant non-established post of Director - Tourism
Policy and Planning within the Ministry of Tourism, Economic
Development, Investment and Energy.
Job Summary:
Plan, organize, direct, control and coordinate policy advice
and strategic planning within the Ministry of Tourism
Economic Development, Investment and Energy
Key functions:
Develop, implement and monitor strategic plans, programs,
policies, processes, systems and procedures to achieve the goals,
objectives and work standards of the Ministry.
Develop, implement, administer and participate in policy
research and analysis
Develop strategies and programmes to strengthen the linkages
between tourism and other sectors.
Coordinate the implementation of policies and practices
Establish activity measures and measurements of accountability
Oversee and participate in the elaboration of policy documents
and reports
Consult with and provide expert advice to government officials
and board members on policy, program and legislative
issues
Represent the organization in negotiations, and at conventions,
seminars, public hearings and forums convened to
discuss policy issues
SPECIFICATIONS:
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Leadership Skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
5 years’ experience in Tourism to include three (3) years of
experience in administration and tourism planning, policy, research
and/ or evaluation.
Master’s degree in Tourism, Planning, Measurement or Research,
or a related field preferable.
An attractive remuneration package is being offered.
Applications along with two references and certified copies of
documents pertaining to qualifications should be addressed to:
The Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Tourism, Economic Development, Investment and
Energy
Government Office Complex
Queen Elizabeth Highway
St. John’s
Antigua
Applications should be submitted to the Ministry on or before
3 rd December, 2016.
Government of Antigua and Barbuda
Ministry of Tourism, Economic Development,
Investment and Energy
Vacancy Notice
Date: 10 th November, 2016
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons
to fill the vacant non-established post of Economist
within the Ministry of Tourism, Economic Development,
Investment and Energy.
Key Functions:
Compile, analyze, and report data to explain economic
phenomena and forecast market trends, applying mathematical
models and statistical techniques.
Develop economic guidelines and standards and prepare
points of view used in forecasting trends and formulating
economic policy.
Forecast production and consumption of renewable resources
and supply, consumption and depletion of non-renewable
resources.
Study economic and statistical data in subject areas of the
portfolio of the Ministry.
Formulate recommendations, policies, or plans to solve
economic problems or to interpret markets.
Work with and across the various portfolios within the
Ministry to provide technical support.
Provide analysis and advice on risk- measurement issues
to do with projects within the Ministry.
Analyze proposed projects and their impact on areas like
job creation or economic activity.
Reporting
SPECIFICATIONS:
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
5 years’ experience in the field of economics.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Knowledge of financial markets.
BSc Economics
Masters in Economics or related field would be an asset
An attractive remuneration package is being offered.
Applications along with two references and certified copies
of documents pertaining to qualifications should be addressed
to:
The Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Tourism, Economic Development, Investment
and Energy
Government Office Complex
Queen Elizabeth Highway
St. John’s
Antigua
Applications should be submitted to the Ministry on or before
3 rd December, 2016.