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In November 2023, WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated that threats to health are proliferating. In an increasingly interconnected world, no country or institution can effectively address the challenges alone, and we must cast our collective gaze toward coordinated and inclusive health action. Accordingly, it is critical that public health stakeholders worldwide work together to counter the next global health emergency. In our pursuit of a holistic and inclusive approach, it ought to be noted that Taiwan has proven itself to be a valuable partner. It has supported the WHO’s Triple Billion targets and health-related SDGs and has actively contributed…

24th  January, 2024 VACANCY NOTICE – CASE MANAGER The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Ageing and Disabilities wishes to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of a Case Manager. The chosen candidate will have the responsibility to assess, plan, implement, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate the options and services necessary to address the individual and familial needs (health, social care, educational, employment) of individuals and clients approaching the Ministry. Their goal is to enhance client functioning by delivering and facilitating connections to services that fulfill their unique individual and familial requirements. Duties…

January 23, 2024 Fifteen St. Kitts and Nevis Federation students earned a place on the Dean’s List at Western Illinois University last semester. This is the largest delegation from the Caribbean or any foreign nation represented on the prestigious list. The undergraduate students part of a growing cohort at the university, all earned GPA’s of 3.6. Several of the students earned a perfect 4.0 GPA for the semester. Recognized Students are: WIU professors have been singing the praises of the St. Kitts and Nevis and other Caribbean students as the regional cohort has grown to over 150. The other OAS…

January 23, 2024 The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Attorney-General’s Office wishes to invite persons to apply for the position of Magistrate on a full-time basis. A. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Presiding over court proceedings, including criminal, civil, family and other matters specified in the Magistrate’s Code of Procedure Act, Cap. 3.17. 2. Interpreting and applying the laws of the Federation and rendering decisions for the resolution of matters before the Magistrate’s Court, to support the administration of the justice system. 3. Writing and delivering judgments/reasons as required, following court protocol and procedures as per the requirement…

Citizens and residents are invited to apply for the Taiwan MOFA Scholarship for the 2024-2025 Academic Year. Please note that this scholarship requires candidates to undergo one year of Language Training. Interested candidates must submit a completed application form, a photocopy of his/her passport, photocopy of one’s highest level of Diploma and academic transcripts (certified by the Ministry of Education), documents to certify that he/she has applied to an educational institution or its affiliated Mandarin Training Center, and two letters of reference.  Further details may be accessed via the following websites: https://en.mofa.gov.tw/cp.aspx?n=1325  https://www.studyintaiwan.org/ https://taiwanscholarship.moe.gov.tw/web/index.aspx A link to the application form and a list of Mandarin Centers can be…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 22, 2024 (SKNIS): Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, has firmly stated that all Members of his Cabinet are in full compliance with the integrity and good governance laws of St. Kitts and Nevis, including the Honourable Konris Maynard, a respected minister in the government. During his appearance on “The EDGE” on ZIZ on January 19, Prime Minister Drew emphasised the seriousness with which the government approaches allegations. “What I would say is that any question that is asked of any Member of Cabinet, would have to be looked at and that is why I was…

The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Public Infrastructure et al wishes to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of a Chief Engineer. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluation, planning, designing, and implementation of the construction and operations of all facilities, systems, and related engineering activities of the water distribution system. Duties and Responsibilities: ∙ Ensures Manager/Water Engineer is updated on progress of all activities. ∙ Has oversight of and supervises all engineering and technical operations. ∙ Develops the Water Development Master Plan (WDMP) and keeps it updated. ∙ Preparation of Capital…

The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Public Infrastructure et al wishes to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of an Assistant Water Engineering. The Assistant Engineer works under the general supervision of the Chief Engineer of the Water Services Department. This position represents the interests of the Department through interactions with the Public Works Department Engineering Division, engineering consultants, project related contractors, other utility companies, government Ministries and stakeholders. This position is responsible for asset management, coordinating and monitoring of capital projects, performing periodic plan reviews, collection and evaluation data regarding the water…

The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Public Infrastructure et al wishes to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of an Assistant Systems Administrator. The Assistant Systems Administrator works under the general supervision of the Systems Administrator of the Water Services Department. This position is responsible for providing the first level of technical support to the staff within the department. Duties and Responsibilities: ∙ The establishment of system specifications by conferring with users; analyzing workflow, access, information, and security requirements; designing system infrastructure. ∙ Maintain system performance by performing system monitoring and analysis, and …

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is pleased to forward the attached documents from the Embassy of the Republic of Chile relating to “Spanish as a Foreign Language Course for Civil Servants from the English-Speaking Caribbean.” The course will be held online during the period 15 April – 28 June, 2024. Please note that a one week class will be conducted onsite in the latter half of July, 2024, subject to the availability of professors. Interested parties are required to complete the attached forms and return to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs before 20 February, 2024. See Links Listed Below: LABOUR CERTIFICATE: SEE APPLICATION FORM BELOW: SEE APPLICANT’S LETTER OF COMMITMENT BELOW :