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(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana – Tuesday, 15 August 2023): Salutations Mr. Brendan Tarnay, Programme Support Officer for the Caribbean under the Western Hemisphere Programme of the International Organization on Migration (a UN Agency), representatives from Member States of the CSME, staff of the IOM Office, staff from Directorate for CARICOM Single Market and Trade, invited guests, ladies and gentlemen, all. It gives me great pleasure to deliver remarks at the opening of this workshop which is focused on getting a better understanding of the challenges of collecting and using data on the movement of CARICOM nationals directly arising…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 15, 2023 [Ministry of Health] – The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Fundamentals of Prehospital Emergency Care Program was brought to a successful conclusion, underscored by the heartfelt speeches and remarks from key officials in attendance. Dr. Joyette Woodley, General Surgeon with the specific mandate for Emergency Medical Services opened the ceremony by highlighting the “exuberant and enthusiastic participation” of the EMTs as a testament to their dedication to their roles and to the patients they serve. Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister and Minister of Health was in full agreement. He too commended the energetic participation of the…

Registration is now open for the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources’ World Food Day Farmers and Fishers Judging Competition 2023. Registration forms are available at the Main office of the Department of Agriculture, La Guerite, all Outreach Centers, Crop Extension Officers and the Basseterre Public Market. Interested persons are asked to call 467-1831 or 467-1841 for more Details. Registration ends on Saturday, 9th September, 2023. -END-

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 15, 2023 (SKNIS): A 20-foot container filled with personal items including food and water is on its way to the Republic of Cuba to benefit St. Kitts and Nevis’ students studying in the Spanish-speaking country. This initiative was made possible by the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis in collaboration with the Solid Waste Management Corporation (SWMC), the CARE Foundation, and other stakeholders within the private sector, as well as parents of the students. Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, said that the government is pleased to assist as the efforts will enhance the students’…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, August 15, 2023 (SKNIS) – Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) at the Joseph N. France General Hospital have successfully completed training in the administration of pre-hospital emergency care and are now equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to address critical emergencies. The Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Training Course was facilitated by Mr. Matthew Rolph, a former paramedic from the United Kingdom and founder of EMS International. It formed part of the Ministry of Health’s overarching goal of providing continuous training opportunities for all levels of staff within the ministry to ensure the delivery of the highest standard of care…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 15, 2023 (SKNIS): The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in collaboration with the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) opened a four-day Emergency Humanitarian Logistics Workshop in St. Kitts at the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on August 15, 2023 that will run until August 18. Representatives of the St. Kitts and Nevis Fire and Rescue Services, the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police, the Department of Customs and Excise, the St. Kitts and Nevis Red Cross Society, the Departments of Social Development and Community and Gender Affairs are among the attendees who will be trained…

The Human Resources Management Department will be closed to the general public on Friday, 18th August, 2023. This is to facilitate training sessions for the staff.  We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

The GOSKN is seeking to contract a Field Officer to work with ELEVATE trainees and assist the Project Coordinator in coordinating and monitoring the implementation of all elements of ELEVATE. The Field Officer is a professionally trained individual with a background in social development who will be responsible for all aspects pertaining to the field requirements of the programme. Duties and Responsibilities: progress of training activities is in line with agreed targets and internal procedures. Minimum Qualification and Experience: working with PC-based equipment. Assets: Applications must be accompanied by:· Letter of Application· Curriculum Vitae· Police Record· Official academic certificates, transcripts, and other relevant documents…

The GOSKN is seeking to contract a Consultant to work with ELEVATE trainers and assist the Project Coordinator in coordinating and monitoring the implementation of manuals/modules of ELEVATE. The main objective of this consultancy is the development of TOT (Training of Trainers) manuals and participants’ workbooks for the Life Skills Courses facilitated under the programme ELEVATE. Duties and Responsibilities: The manuals should cover the following: Career Coaching The Consultant’s scope of work is as follows: Minimum Qualification and Experience: Skills Training Courses/Submission of an outline of the manuals: Assets: Applications must be accompanied by:· Letter of Application· Curriculum Vitae· Police Record· Official academic certificates,…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 14, 2023 (SKNIS): Officials from the Public Works Department (PWD) are currently evaluating bids from several companies that responded to the public advertisement for tenders to resurface the St. Peter’s main road and F. T. Williams Highway East. PWD Director George Gilbert explained that the bids were opened on Thursday, August 03, 2023. Representatives from the bidding companies, as well as officials from the PWD, were present to witness the document’s opening. Details of the bid were shared openly at the meeting with emphasis placed on the estimated cost and completion time by the respective bidding companies.…