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The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Small Business, Entrepreneurship & Cooperatives wish to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Assistant Registrar – Cooperatives Department. The chosen candidate will be responsible for monitoring, inspecting, coordinating and supervise activities and programmes through a team of co-operative officers aimed at strengthening growth and development of co-operative societies. The Assistant Registrar is responsible for training and resource mobilization for the benefit of co-operatives. He or She shall develop and deliver educational activities to advance community awareness and public confidence in co-operatives. Duties and Responsibilities: Minimum Qualifications…

The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Energy & Utilities; Domestic Transport wish to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Customer Service Manager at the Water Services Department. The selected candidate will oversee the management and coordination of the Billing and Customer Service department, ensuring alignment with departmental policies, goals, and objectives. This role requires independent judgment while adhering to established policies and objectives. Duties and Responsibilities: Minimum Qualifications and Experience: Knowledge & Skills: Salary: K33- 38($64,092-$78,768) per annum Applications must be accompanied by: · Letter of Application · Curriculum Vitae · Police Record…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, April 09, 2024 (SKNIS) – As an educator, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, said he is elated with the launch of a project that will lead to the establishment of the Caribbean Centre of Excellence in Research, Innovation and Workforce Training (CRIWT) at the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC). Implemented in partnership with the Green Solution International (GSI) SKN Incorporated, Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Hanley believes such a centre of excellence holds tremendous promise and opportunities for St. Kitts and Nevis and the wider Caribbean region. “As we move towards…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, April 09, 2024 (SKNIS) – The Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC), and by extension the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, took a major step towards sustainability and green energy transition today, April 9, 2024, through the launch of the pioneering Caribbean Center of Excellence in Research, Innovation and Workforce Training (CRIWT) project. The CRIWT Project is being implemented under an agreement between the CFBC and the Green Solution International SKN Incorporated (GSI), which is a non-governmental organisation that supports the region’s transition to renewable energy sources, and promotes environmental sustainability and resilience against climate change. Funding…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, April 09, 2024 (SKNIS): The Government’s Human Resource Management Department (HRMD) announces the partial reopening of operations effective Monday, April 08, 2024. The management team expressed its deepest gratitude for the patience and understanding shown by the public during these times of adjustment and transition. According to the Prime Minister, and minister with responsibility for HRMD, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, “the health and well-being of our workers and citizens are our highest priorities.” He added that the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is dedicated to fulfilling the needs of everyone with the highest level of…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, April 08, 2024 (SKNIS): The St. Kitts and Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) Coast Guard Unit is moving full speed ahead with its Sea Cadet Corps programme and intends to graduate the first cohort in the next two weeks. The recruits have covered basic information and techniques since the Corps was formed in October last year. Over the next two weeks, approximately 50 of the recruits will explore new information and advanced techniques at the inaugural Sea Cadet Training Camp. Areas to be covered include nautical terminology, swimming evolution, drills, first aid, extinguishing agents and fire-fighting, basic navigation equipment,…

Basseterre, April 8th 2024 – You are cordially invited to embark on an insightful journey through the intricate workings of critical sectors under the purview of the esteemed Hon. Samal Duggins, Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries, Marine Resources, Sports, Creative Economy, Small Business, Entrepreneurship, and Cooperatives. Progress Report, a compelling monthly video series, offers unparalleled access and exclusive insights into the dynamic world of governance led by Hon. Samal Duggins. Delve into the challenges, triumphs, and innovative strategies shaping the future of these vital, people-centered sectors. Each episode of Progress Report promises to captivate audiences with in-depth analyses and expert interviews into the transformative…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, April 8, 2024 (SKNIS) – Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, used a visit to the Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan) on Monday (April 8, 2024, to express his sympathies and that of the Government and people of St. Kitts and Nevis for the lives lost and injuries suffered during the 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck the nation on Wednesday, April 05. Latest media reports from Taiwan indicate that rescue efforts are continuing in disaster-hit Hualien County, six days after the quake struck. A number of people are still reported missing. “We, of course,…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, April 8, 2024 (Press Conference, PMO) – His Excellency Cornelis Hersbach, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Saint Kitts and Nevis, recently concluded a significant series of engagements aimed at bolstering the longstanding relationship between the two nations. On Friday, March 5th, Ambassador Hersbach paid a courtesy call to the Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis at the Prime Minister’s Office, marking the beginning of constructive discussions to enhance bilateral cooperation. During his visit, Ambassador Hersbach signed a Maritime Delimitation Treaty between the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis and the Kingdom…

The Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC) has received grant funding from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) for the implementation of the project “Transitioning the Water Supply in St. Kitts and Nevis to a Low Carbon, Climate Resilient Sector (SKN Transwater Project). The CCCCC intends to use part of the proceeds of the grant to contract a Consulting Firmto undertake the following contract “Consultancy to Conduct a project Design, Feasibility Study and Project Operational Manual to support the completion of the Funding Proposal. For more informatione, peruse the following documents: Requests for clarification should be received by the Centre no later than: Tuesday, 2nd April 2024. The…