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Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 22, 2021 (SKNIS): The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis is celebrating World Water Day on Monday 22nd March as a means to bring attention to the importance of freshwater and advocate for sustainable management of freshwater resources.This was stated by the Minister of Public Infrastructure, Deputy Prime Minister the Honourable Shawn Richards during his World Water Day address to the nation on March 20.The global theme for this year’s World Water Day celebrations is “Valuing Water” declared by the United Nations.Deputy Prime Minister Richards said that as a human civilization we understand how important and…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, March 22, 2021 (Press Unit in the Office of the Prime Minister) – Filming is set to commence soon in St. Kitts and Nevis on the international comedy film, “One Year Off”. Thefilm will be the first of a two-movie production deal between UK production and sales firm MSR Media and the Nevis Island Administration (NIA). A number of local actors/models will be featured in the movie, with several locals already being hired for the pre-production process. According to the Department of Information on Nevis, MSR Media is casting local persons with previous acting or modeling experience…

Vice President of Financial and Administrative Affairs Position Summary: The Vice President of Financial and Administrative Affairs (Vice President FAA) at the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College is the College’s Chief Financial Officer and is expected to plan, organize and direct the financial accounting and reporting operations of the College. The Vice President FAA provides leadership and executive oversight for a broad range of financial and support operations, including financial planning and budgeting, controller functions, auditing, cash and investment management, accounts receivable, accounts payable, procurement, student financial services and financial administration of research and grants. The Vice President FAA is expected…

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Qualifications and Experience Applicants must possess a Masters’ degree in Human Resources or a related fieldApplicants must possess a minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experienceA professional certification in HR Management will be considered an asset Main Responsibilities Guides and manages the overall provision of HR services, policies, and programmes for the CollegeCollaborates with senior administrators and the Board to forecast and develop the College’s goals and strategy related to staffing, recruitment, and retentionDevelops an HR strategy aligned to the College’s strategic objectivesManages staff within the Human Resources DepartmentProvides consultation and strategic leadership throughout the change…

Friday, March 19, 2021 — On Friday March 12, 2021, the OECS Commission, in collaboration with the German Development Cooperation (GIZ) and MeCurator Art Gallery, successfully launched an exciting virtual art exhibition entitled “Climate Change: An Eastern Caribbean Journey.” The exhibition has its origins in a photo contest focusing on Human Mobility in the Context of Climate Change (HMCCC), organized by the OECS with the kind support of GIZ. Photographers from the region, both amateurs and professionals, were challenged to submit intriguing images that explore the impact of Climate Change on the lives of Caribbean people. Ahead of the competition, some of…

Accounts Officer QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE: Applicants must possess the following: An Associate Degree in Accounting or the Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) qualification from an accredited institutionAt least one (1) year of experience working with accounting software (eg: QuickBooks)At least one (1) year of experience working with payroll software (eg: Wagesplus) MAIN DUTIES Payroll functionsEnter data into payroll software and process the payrollsGenerate payslips, social security, bank and deduction letters from payroll softwareEnter payroll data into the online platform and the accounting softwareProvide typing, copying, filing and email services Procurement functionsAssist with processing Internal RequisitionsAssist with obtaining quotations from vendorsAssist with…

The Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) Board of Governors invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the full-time position at the CFBC from May 1, 2021. Accounts Officer QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:Applicants must possess the following:• An Associate Degree in Accounting or the Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) qualification from an accredited institution• At least one (1) year of experience working with accounting software (eg: QuickBooks)• At least one (1) year of experience working with payroll software (eg: Wagesplus) MAIN DUTIES Payroll functionsa. Enter data into payroll software and process the payrollsb. Generate payslips, social security, bank and deduction letters from…

The St Christopher Air and Sea Ports Authority (SCASPA) is inviting interested persons to tender for the provision of Cleaning and Janitorial Services at the Deep-Water Port, being Area 1 and Port Zante and Basseterre Ferry Terminal being Area 2 from 1st July 2021 to 1st July 2022. The Cleaning and Janitorial Contractor will be required to: Provide high quality professional cleaning and janitorial services, in accordance with Covid-19 and all other current health protocols and regulations in an efficient manner, to all areas of the interior and exterior of the Seaport Administration Building, Operations Terminal Building, Mechanic Maintenance Building,…

From the Supervisor of Elections. Vol II Issue 14: Political Party?

Charlestown, Nevis, March 18, 2021 – The Nevis Tourism Authority (NTA) hosted a global webinar for the travel trade community on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, to unveil its new promotional video #JustBeNevis, and share information on the destination’s wellness experiences and service providers.Over 280 participants registered for the webinar, a mix of travel advisors and tour operators, with select influencers and media representatives. Attendees came from all regions of the United States and Canada, and from as far away as Brazil, France, Italy, India and Saudi Arabia.“We are thrilled with the response to our webinar, which indicates that there is…