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JOB DESCRIPTION FOR PUBLIC OFFICERS Ministry: Ministry of Finance Department: Inland Revenue Department Job Title: Senior Tax Inspector 1 Reports to: Assistant Comptroller of Audit Investigations Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Assistant Comptroller, the Senior Tax Inspector I will: a) Conduct comprehensive field and desk audits of all taxpayers. b) Enter assessments and relevant data into the tax management system. c) Finalize audit cases and review refund applications. d) Analyze and update information within the department’s computerized systems. This role demands exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a dynamic team…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis — November 11, 2024: (PMO) – The Keys community gathered yesterday, November 10th, 2024, to celebrate the renaming and rededication of the Keys Community Center, which will now be known as the Louise Phillips Jones Multi-Purpose Center. Prime Minister and elected representative for Constituency eight, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, while at the ceremony, honored the life and legacy of Mrs. Louise Phillips Jones, a beloved teacher, mentor, and community leader whose impact continues to resonate throughout Keys Village. During his remarks, Prime Minister Drew emphasized the deep-rooted influence of Mrs. Jones, noting her role in…

Taipei, Republic of China (Taiwan) (11th November 2024) Two citizens of Saint Kitts and Nevis, His Excellency Donya L. Francis, Ambassador to the Republic of China (Taiwan), and Mr. Miguel Flemming, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources, were honored with the prestigious 4th Distinguished Taiwan Alumni Award. Eleven alumni from Taiwanese universities received awards at the ceremony, which took place in Taipei on Friday, November 8. The Distinguished Alumni Award is presented every two years to honor the remarkable achievements of individuals who studied in Taiwan as foreign students. Candidates must have completed a degree,…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis (November 10, 2024: PMO) – St. Kitts and Nevis has officially launched its state-of-the-art passport system, a major advancement in national security as part of the government’s 4th Generation Border Management System. Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew was among the first to receive this high-security passport, which is designed to protect citizens and secure national borders with multiple anti-counterfeit features. During a visit to the Passport Office, today, 11th November 2024, Dr. Drew underscored the broader vision behind this new passport. “This initiative is a cornerstone in our plan to modernize St. Kitts and…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 06 November 2024): In an official ceremony on Wednesday, 06 November 2024, St. Kitts and Nevis celebrated a groundbreaking advancement in its journey toward self-reliance and economic resilience, as the government, through the Ministry of Agriculture, planted the first batch of Tabasco pepper seedlings at Fahies Estate in Newton Ground, St. Kitts. The ceremony marked the official launch of the Department of Agriculture (DOA) Tabasco Pepper Experimental Plot project—a collaboration between the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis and the globally recognized TABASCO® brand, owned by McIlhenny Company in Louisiana. This partnership is a key component of…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, 8 th November, 2024 (CFBC): In a nail-biting encounter, the CFBC Bullsemerged victorious against the Washington Archibald High School (WAHS) Wildcats with aclose score of 19-17 on Tuesday, 5 th November 2024, at Netball City, Warner Park. This gamemarked the Bulls’ second win in the Powerade Dasani Schools Netball Championship. The clash between both teams was intense, with both teams showcasing strong defensivestrategies, a testament to their skill and determination. Despite the fierce competition, the CFBCBulls managed to narrowly edge out the Wildcats, securing a hard-fought victory. Team CaptainAngelina Liburd played a pivotal role in her team’s…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, November 08, 2024 (SKNIS) – With the passage of the Anti-Proliferation (Financing of Weapons of Mass Destruction) (Amendment) Bill, 2024, in the National Assembly on November 08, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has reaffirmed its commitment to prevent the financing of weapons of mass destruction, thereby contributing even further to international peace and security. “This amendment Bill aims to further strengthen our efforts by ensuring we can effectively freeze the assets of those involved in such dangerous activities,” said the mover of the Bill, Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew. The first key amendment…

Washington, D.C., November 8, 2024 – In a landmark ceremony at the Organization of American States (OAS) Headquarters, acclaimed Saint Kitts and Nevis artist Vaughn Anslyn formally witnessed his celebrated artwork, ‘Mosaic – A Woman of Power in an Everyday World’, being presented by the Permanent Mission of Saint Kitts and Nevis to the OAS to the Secretary General of the OAS who received it on behalf of the OAS Art Museum of the Americas (AMA). This historic occasion, led by Ambassador Jacinth Henry-Martin, Permanent Representative of Saint Kitts and Nevis to the OAS, marked a historic first for the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 08, 2024 (SKNIS): The Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters (Amendment) Bill, 2024, successfully passed through the Federal Parliament on Friday, November 08, 2024, with unanimous consent. The bill, moved by the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs, the Honourable Garth Wilkin, amends the original Act that has been in place since 1993, enhancing St. Kitts and Nevis’s ability to collaborate internationally on criminal matters. According to Attorney General Wilkin, this significant amendment introduces crucial updates to the Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters Act, which facilitates the sharing of information, evidence, and resources essential for…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, November 08, 2024 (SKNIS) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis passed two key Bills during the Friday, November 08, 2024, sitting of the National Assembly, as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen and enhance the integrity of the Federation’s financial system. The two Bills, the Financial Services Regulatory Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which seeks to strengthen the regulatory framework overseeing financial services and ensure compliance with international standards, and the Financial Intelligence Unit (Amendment) Bill, 2024, that aims to bolster the Financial Intelligence Unit’s (FIU) capabilities in combating money laundering and terrorist financing, were…