VOLUME 13 ISSUE 18

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FOREIGN COPS COMING

By Todeline Defralien

CTO delegation visits Turks and Caicos Islands

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he Royal Turks and Caicos Police Force will shortly be hiring several “experienced specialist police officers” from outside the Turks and Caicos Islands to help control crime and strengthen the force.

Commissioner of Police James Smith said the force has advertised across the Caribbean and beyond, and has received expressions of interest from more than 200 applicants.

“We’re beginning to shortlist these applicants to get the very best into the force,” Smith said.

Explaining the decision to hire police officers from the outside, Smith said: “Not only does that mean that we can get boots on the ground quickly with experienced individuals, it also means that we don’t have the financial burden and problem of finding somewhere to house them and somewhere and train them.”

He added: “The lead-in period for a police officer takes about two years, and to become a Marine Branch officer it takes considerably longer than that. You first have to get the basic policing skills, then you get the specialist skills that you require to be on the water in dangerous conditions interdicting armed criminals, human smugglers and drug runners. It’s not an easy business.”

According to the advertisement, the basic salary for these officers will be US$25,625 per year (US$2,135 per month), with allowances of US$12,840 per year (US$1,070 per month). This works out to a total salary of about US$3,205 per month. They must be “committed to serving the community and upholding the law, be honest and possess a high degree of integrity”.

The advertisement stated: “Policing is very important to the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI).

They need and expect policing that is focused, disciplined and effective. The economy of the TCI relies on tourism and financial services. These industries are reliant on several essential ingredients, economic and political stability, a relatively low incidence of crime, a high degree of safety and high levels of public confidence; therefore, there is the need for the presence of

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he Ministry of Tourism, Environment, Heritage & Culture in collaboration with the Ministry of Education welcomed, a delegation from the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) namely Ms. Faye Gill, Director of Membership Services and Ms. Bonita Morgan, Director of Resource

an effective police service working with the community.”

The Police Force recently added over a dozen officers who were trained locally and many of them have been deployed as “community cops”.

In previous years, police officers from Turks and Caicos Islands were trained in Barbados and then in The Bahamas. For a while there was a training school in Grand Turk but that has been scrapped.

The SUN understands that the recruitment of foreign officers is not going down well with some members of the force who believe that if given

Mobilization & Development, on May 1st, 2017

The delegation met with Minister of Tourism Hon. Ralph Higgs and Minister of Education Hon. Josephine Connolly, including senior personnel from the Ministries and members of the Turks and Caicos Tourist Board. The primary

objective of the meeting was to provide insight and opportunities offered by the CTO and to address avenues of assistance as it relates to the inclusion of tourism subjects in the school’s curriculum.

In this photograph, local tourism officials are seen with delegates from the CTO.

adequate equipment, facilities and pay, they can get the job done.

Several current members of the force were outraged by the recent promotion exams which they described as a farce.

When asked by The SUN about the internal concerns about the exams, Commissioner Smith said: “If you didn’t feel success in the process then you might think that it wasn’t the best process for you. Let me just say this, I didn’t run the promotion process, I didn’t design it, I didn’t set the exam, I didn’t mark the exam. It absolutely has nothing to do with me. It comes to the

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senior team and our human resources team, in line with force’s policy. It’s the first time in at least four years that they’ve held exams for people here and people have seen success; people have been promoted from Constable to Sergeant and from Sergeant to Inspector and we are about to promote people to Assistant Superintendant.

We’re about to make many more promotions in both Inspector and Sergeant level, and those who studied and those who committed themselves to doing this were successful and if they get to the next spot they will be promoted.”

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FOREIGN COPS COMING Continued from Page 1

Commenting on reports of low morale in the Police Force, the commissioner said: “I take responsibility, as the Commissioner, for everything in this force, but I share it with my top team too because you can’t be the only leader in this force.

I’ve got more than 40 years policing experience and from the day that I joined this job, people have told me that morale is not very good. Nothing has changed.”

He added: “People’s perception of what’s going on is about ‘nobody likes change’. The policing service is at

the forefront of continuous change, so sometimes when you move people from a comfort zone they kick out a little bit, but the Force is more professional now. There are more opportunities for people. We’re getting investment from this Government to make this Force a continued success and I think the future for this force is particularly good. It is not really a question of get onboard with the change or fall under the bus, but people need to see what’s happening and they need to sign up to this code of ethics to give 100 % in this job. Some people don’t want to do

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that. It’s either you do your 100%, you live by the rules, you uphold the law or please find something else to do.”

When asked by the SUN, why did the Deputy Commissioner of Police resigned after three months with a short notice, James said, “Like everybody, he came to this country with huge aspirations and excitement.

He’s done a great job in his year here and he’s being very beneficial. It’s a purely private matter for him that it didn’t work out for him family-wise and it’s a big pressure. I am not minimizing coming from Grand Turk

Commissioner of Police James Smith to Providenciales. He came several thousand miles away and it didn’t work out for him and it’s a shame but that’s life.”

EXPERIENCED SENIOR PARALEGAL WANTED FOR BUSY COMMERCIAL LEGAL OFFICE IN PROVIDENCIALES Experienced Senior Paralegal required to act as Paralegal to property/ commercial partner with at least ten years experience. Dictaphone typing skills (speed and accuracy essential) with a demonstrated ability to type +100 w.p.m. Experience and knowledge of dealing independently with clients and all forms of contracts, commercial and property, security documentation, corporate management, legal accounting systems, commonly used word processing systems, file management systems, and office equipment is essential. Must be able to work unsupervised with excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Must have vehicle and clean driving record.

Must be able to work overtime when required.

Remuneration based on experience – commencing $40K per annum. Belongers only need apply.

Apply to the Managing Partner P O Box 260, Regent House West, Regent Village Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Fax (649) 946-4663 Email: mslaw@tciway.tc

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Scabies outbreak among Dominican Republic men at Detention Center

The Ministry of Health is reporting a 95% infection rate among the 43 alleged poacher prisoners at the Detention Center, all of whom are currently undergoing treatment for the disease which is expected to last 7 - 14 days.

A Government press release said that on Tuesday May 2nd 2017, the Ministry of Border Control and Employment received reports from the management of the Detention Center that one of the 43 alleged poacher prisoners had been diagnosed with a skin disease known

as Scabies.

Diagnosis was made at the primary health care clinic in Providenciales where the prisoner was taken after complaining of severe skin irritation and itching.

On Wednesday May 3rd Health officials informed the Ministry of a 95% infection rate among the poacher prisoners at the Detention Center, all of whom are currently undergoing treatment for the disease which is expected to last 7 - 14 days.

Visitation by the public and other officials is currently suspended

until further notice as a measure for containment of the outbreak to the Detention Center only. Officials from the Ministry of Health and the Department of Disaster Management are assisting in the coordination of sanitization, sterilization and treatment efforts at the center and it is anticipated that the area will be normalized within 10 - 14 days.

The 43 alleged poachers of the Dominican Republic remain at the Detention Center Prison Designate awaiting trial.

Scabies, a disease caused by

the mite Sacoptes Scabiei, is highly contagious and immediate actions were taken by the Ministry to sanitize the area of the Detention Center and to activate protocols for mitigation against spread of the infectious disease. In addition to the changing of mattresses, bedding, linens and clothing, and due to exposure to the infected poacher, health officials were immediately called in to assess the health of the remaining poacher prisoners, attending security guards and the ministry officials assigned to the Detention Center.

TCHTA hosts management training with top regional trainer

Forty managers and supervisors from various organisations within our hotel industry recently attended a two-day Customer Service Training session, aimed at encouraging participants to explore the responsibilities within their roles as leaders in the customer service environment.

The training entitled “The Customer Journey” was hosted by the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association and facilitated by Kyran “Darron” Turnquest, a Bahamian native celebrated for his distinct ability to inspire, motivate, cultivate and drive the change process.

During the sessions, Turnquest, an accomplished counselling psychology, public speaker, youth development specialist and corporate trainer, encouraged the leaders to be the change they want to see as an unmotivated team can cause a business to lose revenue and customers.

While thanking Turnquest for facilitating the training as well as congratulating him on his recent certification as an International Project Manager, TCHTA’s Executive Director Stacy Cox noted, “A service team is only as good as its leader so leadership development is essential as it helps sustain great service, establish standards, communicate these standards and lead teams to success.”

Cox added, “This two-day session was a refresher for our managers and supervisors on the need to lead, model and promote the organisational values within a customer service environment as well as provide opportunities for them to explore the responsibilities, within their roles as leaders.”

Attending the training were representatives from The Alexandra Resort, Beach House, Blue Haven, CIBC FirstCaribbean, Blue Haven Marina, FedEx, Gansevoort, Grace

TCHTA training Bay Car Rentals, Grace Bay Club, Graceway Gourmet, IGA and Smart, Invest Turks & Caicos, Ocean Club Resort, Point Grace Resort, Ports of Call Resort, Iriedawta Private Chef, The Meridian Club, Pine Cay Resort and Windsong Resort.

Training opportunities are available to all TCHTA members, with the Association seeking opportunities for members to grow and improve their organisations as well as their teams.

Woman killed by water truck

A 55-yearold woman from the Dominican Republic was killed by a water truck on Thursday, May 4th, 2017.

P o l i c e spokesman Kevin Clarke said that around 9:45 a.m. on that date, officers and paramedics responded to Bible Street, Blue Hills where it was ascertained that

while a white water truck was reversing the female was hit.

She was pronounced dead at 9:48 a.m.

Clarke said an autopsy will be conducted to determine the exact cause of death.

A n y o n e who witnessed this accident and have yet to speak to police are asked to contact the Traffic Unit at 946-2371.

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Premier Robinson and Tourism Minister slam The Bight MP Portia Stubbs-Smith

“Disappointed, not surprised”, was done publicly. In fact this Project is how Premier Hon. Sharlene was criticized and held to be unlikely to Cartwright-Robinson who approves happen by a former PNP candidate. capital projects in the country’s It is therefore no secret. Hon budget says was her first reaction to Higgs and his family like any other what she termed as nothing short of a Turks and Caicos Islanders have a “cheap political stunt” taken by The right to engage in businesses in this Bight MP Porsha Stubbs-Smith. country.”

Premier Robinson stated She added: “We do not think Hon Ralph Higgs’ family project did this Promenade is too good for the not influence her to give the green people of North Caicos. The vision of light for the Promenade along the those years ago who first conceived area known as The Creek in Bottle this idea and this continued vision Creek North Caicos. under its current representative Hon

“This is a Project that we Higgs and this Government will bring promised in our Change Document much needed economic activity to the and we will deliver as we hold this Twin Islands with the realization of Project to be an opportunity to this Promenade.” improve on the Tourism offerings in The Premier said that the North Caicos. North Caicos has seen Integrity Commission is the place many tourists over the years and we to lodge concerns about persons in must pay attention to both North and public life and would usually go about Middle Caicos so as to support the its business quietly. growing tourism sector and enhance “Had the MP for the Bight the visitors’ experience,” she said in a felt her complaint had merit, the press statement. wise approach would be to allow the

“I sincerely believe that this investigation to take its normal start area is unique and offers a beautiful and course. I find her approach to tourist experience as it offers a be deliberate and intentional in two beautiful stretch of natural beauty respects and that is to try Hon Higgs and is a source of pride for those on in a Court of public opinion with the Creek. It is so that Hon Higgs her vexatious and frivolous claim along with his family announced a that is ill conceived,” she continued. development along that strip and this “Her grandstanding in front of the

Commission’s Office was also an illfated effort to defame the character of an individual whom the MP for the Bight worked closely with as former Minister of Tourism while in his role as Director of Tourist Board and whom she publicly stated in the previous Session of the House of Assembly that she had confidence in him. This has of course only changed since his decision to align himself with the PDM.”

Premier Robinson said she stands by the Cabinet’s decision to deliver this vital project for North Caicos and will not be distracted by the misguided actions of the Bight MP. We have confidence in the Minister of Tourism and MP for North and Middle Caicos and wish to assure the people of the Twin Islands that there is no cause for the MP that they elected to resign.

Meantime, MP for North and Middle Caicos and Minister of Tourism, Ralph Higgs, said the press conference held by Hon. Porsha Stubbs last week to publicly launch a blistering attack on his character can only be described as “unfortunate and reckless”.

He said: “I wish to advise the public especially the people of Middle and North Caicos that I will not

resign my post as Minister as there is no basis for this. As Hon. Stubbs has asked the Integrity Commission to carry out an investigation into the construction of the Craft market and Promenade for Middle and North Caicos and my efforts to help my constituents, I am requesting that Commission move expeditiously to carry out its work to get to the bottom of the false assertions made by Hon. Stubbs so that clear and unambiguous closure can be brought to this matter.”

Higgs added: “I have worked hard, played by the rules and I have been careful to ensure that all of my actions, in my public and private life are in grounded in the policies and laws of our country. I will not be discouraged. I will work without fear or favor for the people of the TCI and especially for my people of North and Middle Caicos. I will also take every measure to defend my character, when it is falsely being attacked and await the conclusion of this matter. Again I urge the Integrity Commission to move quickly so that this cloud that is being maliciously cast over the governments’ important work can be removed and that the actions of those that knowingly seek to retard progress for selfish and political reasons is exposed.”

SHREE SAI LIMITED IS SEEKING TO HIRE A SALES CLERK IN THEIR JEWELRY DEPARTMENT AT THE CRUISE CENTER. THE APPLICANT MUST HAVE FOUR YEARS EXPERIENCING IN MARKETING THE PRODUCT, FLUENT IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND A SECOND LANGUAGE - PREFERABLY SPANISH. THE PERSON MUST ALSO BE AMBITIOUS, HONEST AND WILLING TO WORK OUTSIDE OF THE NORMAL WOKING HOURS. PLEASE SUBMIT RESUME TO: THE MANAGER SHREE SAI LIMITED GRAND TURK CRUISE CENTER TO REACH NO LATER THAN MAY 30, 2017

NOTICE

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Anyone wishing to make representation(s) may do so in writing to the Director of Planning, South Base, Grand Turk or through the Department of Planning, Emily House, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, within twenty eight (28) days of publication or service of this Notice.

Notice dated: 07th April, 2017

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Setting and maintaining standards of service commensurate with the standing of the villas. Managing a stock control and ordering system to ensure availability of stock and cost control to maintain costs to a minimum.

Must be flexible and able to work holidays, weekends and evenings.

Qualifications 5 years minimum Housekeeping and customer service experience Strong organizational skills Must have a driver’s license and clean police record Must be able to lift heavy objects and stand for long periods of time Great customer service skills Positions are currently vacant.

Beginning salary Commensurate with experience.

Interested Applicants please email all applications to info@saunders. tc or Fax: 649-941-4500 and to the TCI Immigration Department

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Southwest Airlines to begin Providenciales flights

Southwest Airlines and the Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority on Thursday announced that the airline plans to begin flights to Providenciales International Airport (PLS) in the last quarter of 2017.

Pending regulatory approval, Southwest Airlines will serve Providenciales from its new fivegate international concourse at Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). With the flights to the Turks and Caicos Islands anticipated to come on stream, it will become the airline’s 16th international destination.

Southwest Airlines broke the news simultaneously with the announcement of the airline’s first quarter financial performance.

Gary C. Kelly, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer reported strong first quarter profits and margins, especially considering the passenger revenue yield environment and higher fuel prices.

He said that the airline’s balance

sheet, liquidity, and cash flows also remained strong.

In the airline’s press statement, Keller stated, “As we continue to seek opportunities to take

Southwest Customers to exciting new international destinations, we are thrilled to announce that we have filed an application with the U.S. Department of Transportation

for authority to serve Providenciales, Turks & Caicos, from FLL beginning in fourth quarter 2017, subject to requisite governmental approvals.”

Chief Executive Officer of the Airports Authority John Smith said, “As we welcome the 11th international scheduled carrier to the shores of Turks and Caicos, the Airports Authority remains resolute in increasing capacity at Providenciales International Airport, while providing world-class facilities and service.

Among other key indicators, safe operations remain a top priority for the Airports Authority.”

Smith added that Southwest Airlines’ decision to operate in Providenciales came after four years of collaboration with the TCI Tourist Board and the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA) to win the airline’s commitment.

Southwest Airlines operates a fleet of over 700 Boeing 737 aircraft and is the world’s largest low-cost carrier.

Police Force mourns death of Assistant Superintendant James Callender

It is with a deep sense of sadness and regret that Acting Commissioner of Police Rodney Adams announced the death of Assistant Superintendent James Callender, who passed away on Tuesday May 2nd, 2017.

Callender died in Jamaica where he

was receiving medical attention.

A native of Barbados, Callender joined the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force on January 3rd 1980 and has worked in numerous units and Divisions before he was promoted to the rank of Inspector on

2nd July 2007 and later in April 2nd 2014, he was promoted to the rank of Assistant Superintendent.

At the time of his passing, Mr. Callender was posted at the Chalk Sound Police Station as Divisional Commander.

BLEE HALLIGAN ARCHITECTS TCI LTD. Junior Architect/Draftsman – FULL TIME 1.Bachelors Degree In Architecture and Interior Design 2.Must have 5 years experience in practice.

3.Design qualification must cover: •Structural Detailing •MEP Detailing •Landscape Detailing •Furniture Design & Detailing Must have advanced expertise in the following design software: •Auto-cad •Vector Works •Adobe Photoshop •Adobe Lightroom •Adobe Illustrator & Design •Adobe InDesign •Google Sketch-up •SU Podium •V-Ray •Competent in Microsoft and OS Software

All above-mentioned skills are relevant in the use of photo realistic visualization of Infrastructure design.

Must be able to work independently and in team environments under pressure of continuous deadlines.

Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

Must have significant construction site experience with the ability to rapidly provide technical design solutions during the building process.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Resumes to be submitted to: Management, Blee Halligan Architects TCI, Third Floor Graceway House, Graceway Plaza, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands.

M&E PROJECT AND MAINTENANCE COORDINATOR Must have a good working knowledge of •Smartsheet electrical installation designs and the Ability requirements: Turks and Caicos Building Regulations Fluent English necessary Must have a good working knowledge of Fluent Spanish or French beneficial maintenance programmes, their set up Min 10+ years experience in Mechanical and implementation. & Electrical installation Must have installation team management Good ground experience of site experience and be able to coordinate and installations for high end housing and a implement M & E installations from particular focus on Industrial Electrical Installation, supermarkets and heavy design to build to maintenance. machinery.

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OPEN JOB POSITION DATE OPEN: May 1, 2017

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POSITION: Server Job Overview: Prepare tables with special attention to sanitation and order.

Attend to customers upon entrance. Present menus and help customers select food/beverages. Take/serve orders and answer questions or make recommendations for other products. Deal with complaints or problems with a positive attitude. Issue bills and accept payment. The individual must be well groomed, clean and polite. Previous experience is a must and should be able to speak and write English. Shifts varies. Full time. Weekend and holiday work may be required.

This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $6.00 - $7.00 per hour DATE OPEN: April 24, 2017 START DATE: ASAP POSITION: Cook (2)

Job Overview: A Line Cook’s major responsibility is to prepare food, help the kitchen workers in the preparation of food items and set up allocated stations for menu, as instructed by Chef and compliant with standards. They also arrange, prepare and break down the stations while maintaining the uppermost hygienic standards. Shifts vary. Full time. Weekend and holiday work may be required.

This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $10.00 - $14.00 per hour Interested persons can contact our Human Resources Department no later than May 30th, 2017 @ (649) 946-5050 Ext. 1030 Email: sheba.wilson@gracebayclub.com Fax: (649) 946-5758 P.O. Box 128 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies

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Fortis addressing Grand Turk outages

FortisTCI has purchased three new Caterpillar 3516 B generating units for the Grand Turk power plant, following the loss of four generation units during February and March of this year.

The new units, rated at 1.4MW each, were purchased last week, according to a press release from the company.

The company confirmed that one unit shippedon Friday, April 28, 2017, with an expected arrival on Grand Turk of Tuesday, May 2, 2017.

The installation will begin immediately upon arrival and commissioning of the first unit is expected within ten days of commencing installation work.

The additional two units were shipped on Monday, May 1, 2017.

The press release stated that Turks and Caicos Utilities, a FortisTCI subsidiary, has experienced an extraordinary sequence of incidents involving equipment failure both on the Transmission and Distribution (T&D) system and at the South Base Plant.

“The generation failures have all been catastrophic, which is unprecedented in FortisTCI’s history.

This has left the plant with degraded

One of the three new Caterpillar 3516 B generating units bought for the Grand Turk power plant generating capacity. The frequency of Turk. Electrical systems, even small recent outages is not consistent with systems like Grand Turk’s, are not the Company’s high expectations “plug-and-play,” but are complex for reliability nor the level of service hardened infrastructure facilities. that the Company strives for and has We are doing everything possible to historically delivered to customers,” address the situation and return the the statement added. service to the level of reliability that

President and CEO Eddinton our customers deserve and have come Powell said, “We recognize the impact to expect.” that this series of outages is having on

In the meantime, the our customers on Grand Company has redeployed several

trailer-mounted generation units from Providenciales to Grand Turk to help stabilize the situation.

Mr. Powell added, “We are working as hard as we can to return the system to normalcy, but it will take time for the new permanent generation resources to be put in place.”

The recent incidences impacting service to customers on Grand Turk are a major focus for the Company as the situation there remains unstable. As a result, a team of Electrical and Mechanical Technicians have been deployed to provide support and to conduct a review to strengthen the overall system. A T&D team is also currently performing thermal scanning of the T&D system to locate potential hotspots as a preventative measure and means of avoiding as many future outages as possible.

“FortisTCI assures customers that the Company is committed to, and working continuously on delivering a safe and reliable service to Grand Turk. The Company will continue to issue regular updates and notices to keep customers informed,” the release added.

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION RECRUITMENT!

The Financial Services Commission (FSC), the regulator of financial services business in the Turks and Caicos Islands, is seeking suitably qualified applicants to fill a number of vacancies.

As a recognised investor in people, the FSC provides long-term commitment to training and career development in the areas of international finance and the regulation of financial services.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Current Vacancies The Financial Services Commission (FSC), the regulator of financial services business in the Turks and Caicos Islands, is seeking suitably qualified applicants to fill a number of vacancies.

Enhancing Our Telephone System to Serve You Better.

As a recognised investor in people, the FSC provides long-term commitment to training and career development in the areas of international finance and the regulation of financial services.

Current Vacancies ________________________________________ Post Deadline Insurance Officer I 22 May, 2017 Statistics Officer 22 May, 2017 Director of Finance 22 May, 2017 Credit Unions Analyst I 22 May, 2017 Supervisor, Credit Union 22 May, 2017 Bank & Trust Analyst II 22 May, 2017 Assistant Registration Officer 22 May, 2017 Details on the above vacancies can be found on the FSC’s website at http://tcifsc. tc/careers.

We are pleased to advise that we are upgrading our telephone system effective April 26, 2017.

Our telephone numbers for the branch will remain the same. Please note that when you call after April 26, you may be greeted with a menu of options to help direct your call more efficiently.

Thank you for your business and your support as we upgrade our telephone system to better meet your needs and enhance your service experience with RBC.

Applications should be emailed to administration@tcifsc.tc no later than May 22, 2017. Applications received after the application deadline may not be considered in this recruitment phase but may be placed on file for future reference.

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Government concerned aboutscholarship bond defaulters

The Government says it has been experiencing difficulties with scholarship bond defaulters and has threatened court action against them.

A Government press statement said recipients of scholarships are reminded that the acceptance of scholarship monies is conditional upon entry into a scholarship bond agreement with the scholar, sureties and Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG).

“The scholarship bond anticipates that the scholar will return to TCI and engage in suitable employment,” the release said. “Scholars are reminded that a scholarship bond agreement constitutes a legal undertaking for the performance of certain obligations in consideration for money paid towards their education.

Scholars are further reminded that the purpose of Government scholarships is two-pronged: They serve to provide financial assistance to scholars to

enable them to pursue further studies and to; ensure that TCI has the required skills and competencies for continued development of its human resource base.”

The press release said Government is committed to ensuring that students are given every opportunity to obtain the training and experience to enable them to fulfill their aspirations and contribute to the development of this country.

“TCIG expects scholars to give back to their country by engaging in employment to the benefit of both the scholar and the TCI. The Government is devising methods aimed at strengthening its enforcement mechanisms to ensure that those who benefit from the generosity of their countrymen perform their part of the bargain,” the statement continued. “The ramped up enforcement will include the

use of modern technology to keep track of scholarship recipients and aggressive recovery methods in the event of breach of the scholarship bond agreement. The enforcement will include, if necessary, pursuit or sureties/guarantors in courts of law.”

It was stressed that in the event of a breach, the normal legal routes available against sureties/guarantors will be pursued vigorously.

“Sureties are not witnesses to the agreement. By signing the bond agreement, they undertake the liability for repayment of the scholarship amount expended, despite the fact that they do not personally receive anything in return for assuming the liability.

Scholars are urged to acquaint themselves with the conditions of their bond agreements and to ensure full compliance to avoid adverse legal consequences,” the release added.

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Police urge hit-and-run driver to come forward

Investigators of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police are asking the driver of a vehicle that was involved in a hit and run early in the morning of Saturday 29th April 2017 to come forward.

Around 4.06 a.m. on that date, police and emergency personnel were dispatched to the Airport Road in the

vicinity of Spot Plaza, where both a the hospital for serious injuries they 30-year-old female and a 36-year-old sustained. male were found with injuries about “At this moment, we do not have a their head and body. According to eye- proper description of the vehicle, witness, the two was struck by a F150 however, we are using all resources Ford Truck that was heading West on available to find the person who is the Airport Road and turned right into responsible for this and Investigations Kew Town. are ongoing,” police spokesman Kevin

Both persons were taken to Clarke said.

Property: COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos Job Title: Butler Job Summary A Resort Butler provides and coordinates all aspects of personalized care to all guests during their stay, assisting in ALL areas of the resort by seeking continual improvement of skills through training and practice. He or she will also be required to undertake and be familiar with the co-ordination of jobs according to policies and standards within the following areas; •Food & Beverage (in the restaurant, personal bar or room service) •Housekeeping •Front Office •Guest related services within the resort (Activity and Spa) •Laundry and Valet Service Key Tasks •Ensure all standards in regards to receiving guests, assisting with luggage delivery, packing and unpacking, collecting and processing guest laundry, pressing and cleaning; turn down and farewell are met.

•Maintain complete knowledge at all times of all hotel and spa services, hours of operation and all hotel and spa operation procedures.

•Maintain complete knowledge at all times of current promotions and current groups / guests “in-house”.

•Prepare Food and Beverage mise en place for the Butler Villas. This includes making suggestions for type of food and serving according to presentation standards to the guests.

•Ensure Butler Villas are kept tidy and stocked with items as per checklist and according to standards (Updated information will be distributed to you by Head Butler/Assistant Head Butler/Senior Butlers.)

•Ensure guests likes and dislikes are taken into account and entered into guest history folder regularly.

•To plan and suggest activities for the guests and ensure they are well taken care off.

•Maintain excellent communication with all departments, following up and providing feedback to relevant parties to ensure that guest receives service that will exceed their expectations.

•When Butlers are assigned or not assigned to villa guest, Butlers may be assigned to duties in the Food and Beverage areas, or in the needs of other related department; Front Office, Guest Services, COMO Shambhala, Housekeeping and/or Excursions/Activities.

Key Requirements •At minimum an education certificate in hospitality and tourism or equivalent.

•Minimum two to three years Butler experience.

•Must be able to read, understand and apply directions to perform assignments, English •Second language, an asset.

•Excellent communication skills.

•Ability to focus attention to details and be a team player.

•Ability to remain calm and courteous with demanding/difficult guest/employees or situations.

• Ability to be consistent in job performance and attitude.

•A passion for the hospitality industry, especially for a 5-star luxury hotel.

All applicants will be required to successfully obtain a clear background and drug test and for nonTurks and Caicos nationals will require a work permit. Experience in a similar or relevant position is a prerequisite; relevant educational and/or professional qualification is also a plus. To be considered, please visit our career page to apply for our current open positions https://comohotelsparrotcay-careers.silkroad.com Any other questions, you may also contact Human Resources below: careers@comoparrotcay.com APPLY NOW Tueton Williams, Human Resources Manager COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos (649) 946-7788 ext 4190

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Property: COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos Job Title: Boat Mechanic Job Summary Boat mechanics inspect, test and complete routine maintenance on equipment.

After completing work on the equipment, they must keep records of what was done, parts used and any tests that were completed. They must be able to communicate equipment issues, a plan of action and work completed to customers.

The engines they maintain can be the portable outboard engines of small boats, inboard-outboard engines of somewhat larger boats, or the very powerful diesel engines of the largest vessels.

Key Tasks •Boat mechanics replace parts such as gears and spark plugs and additionally can address problems involving boat steering mechanisms or propellers.

•Boat mechanics also purchase necessary supplies, tools and equipment parts.

•In addition, they might have to create needed engine replacement parts such as bolts or valves using metalworking equipment, •These professionals also draft reports highlighting needed boat repairs.

Key Requirements •Two-year associate degree programs, shorter certificate programs or relevant prior experience required.

•Paying strong attention to detail is a requirement for Boat mechanics.

•They must be responsible and careful in their work to prevent injuries and equipment damage.

•Boat mechanics also must be analytical and good at solving problems. T •hey additionally should have solid manual dexterity, have good hand-eye coordination and be physically fit.

•These individuals must be self-directed, organized and able to train new mechanics as well, and they should have solid repair skills.

•In addition, Boat mechanics must have solid written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

All applicants will be required to successfully obtain a clear background and drug test and for non-Turks and Caicos nationals will require a work permit.

Experience in a similar or relevant position is a prerequisite; relevant educational and/or professional qualification is also a plus. To be considered, please visit our career page to apply for our current open positions https://comohotelsparrotcay-careers.silkroad.com Any other questions, you may also contact Human Resources below: careers@comoparrotcay.com

APPLY NOW Tueton Williams, Human Resources Manager COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos (649) 946-7788 ext 4190

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TCI Hospital celebrates Medical Laboratory Professionals Week

International Medical Laboratory Professionals Week (MLPW) is an annual observance held during the last full week of April to celebrate the medical laboratory professionals and pathologists who play a vital role in every aspect of health care.

The Laboratory at TCI Hospital in collaboration with TCI Government Laboratory Department held several activities to increase public awareness of these essential personnel. Minister of Health, Honorable Edwin Astwood, who is also a former Laboratory Professional, was invited to formally declare the week open during a brief ceremony held in the foyer of

Cheshire Hall Medical Centre on Tuesday, April 25th, 2017.

Honorable Astwood reflected on the advancement of the medical technology industry, which has made diagnostic testing easier and more effective for patients with swifter results. Over a decade ago, HIV testing in the Turks and Caicos Islands took six hours to complete.

Today, these tests are completed within 15-minutes.

More than 150 students from various high schools were given individual group tours of the laboratory sub-departments at TCI Hospital. These schools included Clement Howell High School, Wesley Methodist High School, Champions

for Christ, TCIPS Comprehensive School and HJ Robinson High School.

Since these Medical Technologists work behind the scenes, few people know much about the critical testing they perform every day.

Approximately 70% of decisions concerning diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of diseases are based on the laboratory testing performed by Medical Technologists.

In addition, the processing and preparation of tissue specimen for the Pathologist to examine are also done by Medical Technologists.

Although some private medical practices across the Turks and Caicos have capabilities in-

house to conduct basic diagnostic testing, these private facilities depend on the more advanced laboratory at TCI Hospital for comprehensive diagnostic testing.

MLPW has been successful in increasing the recognition of clinical laboratory science among the healthcare community and general public.

Other activities to observe this special week included a church service, appreciation dinner and visit to Provo Children’s Home to conduct hand hygiene sessions, which is a precursor to a larger multi-year community outreach initiative being planned for public schools by TCI Hospital over the next few weeks.

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TCI signs CARICOM Advance Passenger Information System

Hon. Sean Astwood, Deputy have the capability of enhancing border Premier and Minister of Ministry security over the Region by supplying of Border Control and Employment, Law Enforcement Officers with data recently led a delegation to Barbados on passengers and crew members for the signing of the CARICOM prior to arrival and departure from Advance Passenger Information CARICOM Member States, United System (APIS) with the United States. Kingdom, United States and Canada.

On the 24th May 2017 at This system was established by the the Border Security Professional U.S. Customs Border Protection (CBP) Exchange Conference the signing took in May 2009.

Ambassador Taglialetela said: place between the U.S Ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, “Adopting APIS, will further allow Her Excellency Linda Taglialetela and countries to secure their airports and the Deputy Premier, where the Turks ports which leads them to enhancing and Caicos Islands became the first their regional security. Persons associated member country amongst must work within the sovereign the six British Overseas Territories to states to identify issues and discuss sign on to APIS programme. implementable solution.”

The Deputy Premier Hon.

The Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) is an Sean Astwood, said; “The signing automated system established for marked a historic occasion as the aviation and maritime operators that Turks and Caicos Islands embarked on

Hon. Sean Astwood, Deputy Premier and Minister of Ministry of Border Control and Employment signing with the U.S Ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, Her Excellency Linda Taglialetela a path of modernizing our border security regime through the

cooperation agreement between the United States of America and the Caribbean counterparts”. He explained that; “Signing of the memorandum was a significant and important step in achieving full implementation in the APIS in the Turks and Caicos Islands and by extension improves security for our region.”

During the conference Senior Immigration Officer Latoya Mitchell gave a brief presentation of the Immigration Department and its role in securing the borders of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

The delegation consisted of Deputy Premier Hon. Sean Astwood, Head of Secretariat Ms. Cynara John and Senior Immigration Officer Ms. Latoya Mitchell.

The APIS should be fully operational by September 2017.

35-year-old male arrested and charged for numerous Robberies

Detectives of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force have arrested, and formerly charged and cautioned a 35-year-old male of Grand Turk with four counts of robbery and one wounding offence that occurred to a number of victims on different dates on Providenciales.

On Monday 17th April 2017, the first offence was reported when a complainant

contacted the station and reported that he gave three males a ride from the Blue Hills roundabout and while in his vehicle, the males pulled out black guns, robbed him of a large amount of cash and beat him about the body before running away.

The second report was made on Tuesday 18th April 2017, when the victim contacted the station and

Gus Lightbourne Sports Center closed May 12 – 28

reported that around 7:50 a.m. he was driving along the Lower Bight Road when he stopped to give a man a ride, and upon entering the vehicle, the man pulled out a gun and demanded money. The culprit got away with a small undisclosed amount of cash.

The third report was made on Wednesday 19th April 2017, when the victim told officers that around 4:23p.m.

The Ministry of Education wishes to advise the general public, and in particular the sports groups, that the Gustavus Lightbourne Sports

he was driving on the Lower Bight Road when two (2) men stopped him and ask for a ride to Long Bay. He agreed, and while on the Long Bay Road, one of the men grabbed him by the neck and begun searching him. A Samsung Galaxy and a small undisclosed amount of cash was stolen.

Another report made on Thursday 20th April 2017 around 8:07p.m., complainant

Center will be closed to the general public as of Friday May 12, 2017 until Sunday May 28, 2017 to facilitate scheduled repairs and the subsequent hosting of the

reported that he gave two males a ride from the Leeward Highway and while on the Grace Bay Road in the vicinity of Golf Club, one of the males pulled a knife on him and demanded his cell phone and cash. The victim received a cut on his face. He was taken to the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre where he was treated and later discharged.

Caribbean Bankers Conference from May 21st to 27th, 2017.

The Department of Sports apologizes for any inconvenience this closure might cause.

■ Perform such other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Financial Controller from time to time.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIRMENTS

THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS NATIONAL INSURNACE BOARD EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY A vacancy exists at the Turks and Caicos Islands National Insurance Board for an Accountant at its Head Office in Grand Turk. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Turks and Caicos Islanders to fill the post.

ROLE AND CORE FUNCTIONS OF JOB ■ Supervision of staff in the Finance & Accounts Department.

■ Preparation of Monthly Financial Statements.

■ Reconciliation of Balance Sheet and Income Statement accounts, which includes the various Schedules, with the General Ledger ■ Compilation and reconciliation of monthly investment report from all investment managers ■ Review and assist with the compilation of payroll data.

■ Ensures the reconciliation of various bank accounts.

■ Provision of financial support services to departmental managers across NIB. ■ Assistance with the preparation of annual budgets.

■ Ensures proper accounting and security of cash.

■ Ensures the completion of the Fixed Assets Register ■ Assisting with asset management.

■ Assistance with the training and the development of staff in the department.

■ Assisting with the development and implementation of financial management systems to protect the resources of the Board.

■ Acts as Financial Control in her absence

This position requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent professional qualification and four (4) years post qualification practicing experience.

Knowledge and skills must also include the following: •Project management skills •Highly developed communications skills •Business Writing and Financial reporting skills •Computer and Information technology application for financial data management, analysis and reporting •Investigative skills •Human and financial resource management skills and team building skills •Budgeting •Development of internal control systems This position requires the frequent use of analytical reasoning and visual dexterity especially when incumbent is: •Assisting with the development of financial management systems to ensure the security of NIB’s assets.

•Reconciliation of Balance sheet and Income Statement Accounts •Reviewing of Fixed Asset Register and assisting with asset management •Assist with the preparation of the budget.

•Assisting with the training and development of staff in the accounting department.

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applications giving full details of qualifications and experience should be sent to the Deputy Director Corporate Services, National Insurance Board, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands to reach no later than Wednesday, May 31st, 2017.

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Grace Bay Resorts launches TCI’s first cliffside residential resort

Grace Bay Resorts developer Mark Durliat is introducing his new vision for elevated island living in Turks and Caicos with the launch of sales of Rock House, the first residential resort tucked into the rugged, untouched limestone cliffs of International Drive, on Providenciales’ north shore.

This project follows on the heels of several successful resort and residential developments by Durliat, who is respected for his ability to develop and manage elegant and modern luxury resorts such as the award-winning Grace Bay Club, the company’s flagship property.

Emulating the idyllic seaside towns found in the South of France, Capri and elsewhere on the Mediterranean coast, Rock House will feature 41 studio suites, one- and two-bedroom cottages ranging from 600 to 1,750 square feet and priced from $600,000 to $1.4 million. Four additional four- and five-bedroom single-family estates at the hillside resort will be offered for sale in the second phase.

Coast Architects, one of the leading design firms in Turks and Caicos, together with master

planner Epikos Design and celebrated New York-based interior designer Shawn Henderson are creating an authentic, Capri-inspired community of contemporary, stone-clad cottages cascading down the sloping coastal rock. Built by hand by local artisans with materials sourced from the landscape’s limestone cliffs, stone façades will wrap around each residence both outdoors and indoors.

Much of the present natural landscape of Rock House will be retained, including the site’s centuries old, slowgrowing Joewood trees, native orchids and ancient lignum vitae, also called the “tree of life” for its medicinal use.

“We are re-imaging what it means to escape to the islands, and buyers are responding. Twenty-five percent of the homes have already been reserved,” said Mark Durliat, CEO and co-founder of Grace Bay Resorts. “With an exclusive location in the upscale residential neighborhood of International Drive, Rock House will deliver an elegant property with timeless appeal that cannot be found in a traditional oceanfront condominium.”

The free-standing, one- and two-bedroom cottages will include

personal plunge pools, private outdoor terraces, bathrooms with outdoor private shower gardens, 13-foot vaulted ceilings and floor-to-ceiling glass windows and doors to maximize the seductive views of the island’s renowned turquoise waters. Studio suites, all with private terraces, will overlook the 100-foot infinity pool, a focal point of the property. Steps down a 25-foot ancient limestone cliff will lead from the pool to Rock House’s secluded beach and jetty.

Envisioned by Architectural Digest’s AD100 interior designer Shawn Henderson, each residence’s interiors will feature an eclectic mix of contemporary and traditional design with Scandinavian and custom-made furnishings, porcelain and terrazzo flooring, oversized soaking tubs and Waterworks fixtures in their kitchens and bathrooms.

Set upon a soaring hilltop, Rock House’s signature restaurant will blend into the site’s natural beauty and remoteness while offering dazzling 180-degree views of the archipelago’s barrier reef and Atlantic Ocean. A relaxing spa and energizing fitness center, tennis courts and winding jogging trails will enhance

the sense of well-being at Rock House.

“Rock House provides a highly unique opportunity to purchase a truly five-star property at a surprisingly moderate price point, in perhaps the most spectacular, elevated location of the main island of Providencales.

The fact that well-respect developer and operator, Grace Bay Resorts, is building this project provides great confidence and security for our buyers,” said Joe Zahm of Turks and Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty, which is handling real estate sales for Rock House. “This property elegantly fulfills a gap in a villa market that is dominated by larger villas over $3.5 million. Our network of buyers is thirsty for a product like Rock House either as a primary vacation residence in TCI, or as a pied-à-terre away from the more populated areas of the island.”

The first phase of Rock House is slated to be finished in 2020, with a second phase of homes to follow.

Once completed, buyers will enjoy inclusion in the resorts’ exclusive rental program, managed by Grace Bay Resorts. “Buyers will benefit from Turks and Caicos’ popular and affluent tourism market,” noted Zahm.

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Be able to work independently.

Be willing to work flexible hours Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Submit applications to by May 24, 2017 to: The Manager Lelieth’s Ltd Town Center Mall Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands Telephone (649) 231-1729

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Must be able to lift heavy packages Delivery/pickup

Assist with tracing packages Wages: commensurate with experience starting from $7.00 per hour Application forms available from Butterfield Gold Human Resource Department. Only applicants selected for interview will be notified.

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Petition No. W-2/17

IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS

IN THE MATTER OF CAICOS ROYALE LTD. AND IN THE MATTER OF THE COMPANIES ORDINANCE (CAP 16.08) BETWEEN:

HORIZON CONSTRUCTION LTD. - and SING A SONG VILLAS LTD.

Petitioner

Respondent

A petition to wind up the above-named company (with company number O.13980) of 1 Caribbean Place. P.O. Box 97, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, presented on 4 April 2017 by Horizon Construction Ltd of The Venetian, Venetian Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands a creditor of the company, will be heard at the Supreme Court of Justice, Dr Malcolm’s Building, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands on Date: Tuesday, 16 May 2017 Time: 2 pm (or as soon thereafter as the petition can be heard).

Any person intending to appear on the hearing of the petition (whether to support or oppose it) must give notice of intention to do so to the Petitioner or its Attorneys in accordance with Rule 4.16 by 4 pm on Monday, 15 May 2017.

The Petitioner’s Attorney is Stephen Wilson QC of GrahamThompson, Unit A200 Graceway House, Graceway Plaza, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. Reference: T00067/0001 Dated the 1st day of May 2017

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Governor visits Border Control Ministry and North Caicos

His Excellency the Governor Dr. John Freeman visited the offices of the Ministry of Border Control and Employment in Grand Turk on May 1st, 2017.

Commenting on his visit, the Governor said: “I welcomed the opportunity to meet all the staff in the Ministry’s offices. I learned much about their work and was pleased to have the opportunity to underline the

vital role the Ministry plays in helping secure TCI’s borders.

I also took the opportunity to emphasise the importance of having an immigration control service that conducts itself with integrity, with transparency and with due regard to the many different employment needs of the country.”

The Governor and Mrs Freeman also visited North Caicos on 28 April and visited

the Wade Green Plantation and held a meeting with local pastors.

Following his visit to the National Trust property the Governor said: “To visit the Wade Green Plantation is to experience a part of the history of Turks and Caicos in a very vivid form. I wish to praise the National Trust for its continuing efforts to preserve TCI’s communal history.”

Governor visits North Caicos

In his meeting with the Pastors, the Governor had the opportunity to hear about local concerns such as the menace posed by mosquitoes in Middle Caicos to the problems caused

by the garbage dump in North Caicos. On these and other issues raised with him, the Governor undertook to make inquiries and to revert to the Pastors’ group.

Governor Visits Ministry Of Border Control And Employment

Ministry of Health striving towards baby-friendly hospital status

The Ministry of Health, Agriculture and Human Services in collaboration with TCI Hospitals is working towards yet another initiative, that of achieving “Baby Friendly Hospital Status” at its two main hospitals and government clinics.

The Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) is a World Health Organization/ UNICEF program which incorporates the Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding. The BFHI training is giving the healthcare providers the skills they need to prepare new mothers to successfully reach their breastfeeding goals.

Research is clear that breastfeeding is

the optimal source of nutrition for most infants.

The benefits of breastfeeding include less risk of ear and respiratory infections, allergies and obesity.

An in-depth five day Training of Trainers Workshop involving Nurses, Health Educators and Nutritionists organized by the Ministry of Health in collaboration with TCI Hospitals, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) will be held from May 1-5, 2017, at Cheshire Hall Medical Center, Providenciales. The hands-on training will provide health professionals with

comprehensive theory and practical teaching in breastfeeding education.

In November 2016, consultants Dr. Audrey Morris (PAHO) and Christine Bocage (CARPHA) started this process by conducting a sensitization and self-appraisal of the hospital and clinics on the WHO/UNICEF 10 Steps to Successful Breastfeeding.

The Ministry’s drive to certify medical facilities will ensure that they operate in line with national policy on breastfeeding, as well as standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nation’s Children Fund (UNICEF).

PremierHealth Property: COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos Job Title: Bartender Job Summary COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos bartenders prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons. Interact with customers, take orders and serve snacks and drinks. Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations. Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails. Plan and present bar menu.

Key Tasks •Follow beverage controls that are in place •Ensure steps of service follow 5-Star standards •Ensure that wines / sprits are stored and served at appropriate temperatures, using correct serving techniques •Follow proper handling procedures for all perishable foods or beverages are followed to guarantee maximum sanitation and quality of the finished product.

•Constantly improves his/her knowledge of all food and beverage preparation, serving techniques and pronunciation •Checks beverage inventories and equipment (glassware / bar tools) inventories pertaining to his work area at inventory checks.

•Ensure all prep and garnish are consistent and to 5-star standard.

•Responsible for maintaining both bars and equipment in a clean and spotless manner.

Key Requirements •Minimum 3 years’ bartender experience with craft cocktail program.

•Strong knowledge in wine and spirits •2+ years luxury hotel experience or bar / restaurant equivalent •Pass bartender test •Working knowledge of Micros & Microsoft Office.

•Well organized with good written and verbal communications skills.

All applicants will be required to successfully obtain a clear background and drug test and for non-Turks and Caicos nationals will require a work permit.

Experience in a similar or relevant position is a prerequisite; relevant educational and/or professional qualification is also a plus. To be considered, please visit our career page to apply for our current open positions https://comohotelsparrotcay-careers.silkroad.com Any other questions, you may also contact Human Resources below: careers@comoparrotcay.com

APPLY NOW Tueton Williams, Human Resources Manager COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos (649) 946-7788 ext 4190

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Business Titans teach negotiation skills to young entrepreneurs and professionals

The Young Corporate Alliance hosted its first Tough Negotiators Bootcamp at the Messel Ballroom at The Palms Resort, Grace Bay, on Saturday, April 29th, 2017, featuring a power-packed panel of business industry titans.

Featuring entrepreneurs Dr. Gilbert Morris, Carl Simmons, and Foloso Ladejobi, attorney Oliver Smith, banker Stephanie Fitzgerald, realtors Walter Gardiner, Robert Greenwood, and tourism professionals Ramon Andrews, Stacy Cox, Tiersa Hall, and Karen Whitt, the event boasted a high wattage panel of ‘Negotiation Titans’.

Kicking off with each titan’s view on the most important factors

of successfully negotiating a job The diverse audience listened salary, description, promotion and to Tiersa Hall detail the decorum of benefits (for professionals) and all negotiation, before Karen Whitt shared manner of business negotiations for her views on the hospitality one most entrepreneurs provided attendees of employ to successfully negotiate.

Dr. Gilbert Morris outlined the boot camp with personal anecdotes, failure and success stories, and the the technical strategies behind enlightened philosophies of each titan ‘winning’ a negotiation and Stacy Cox, on the art of negotiation.

Walter Gardiner, and Oliver Smith

Attendees of the boot shared insightful personal examples camp ranged from young working of failed and successful negotiations professionals looking to gain the to underscore their ideologies about confidence to approach their employers ‘winning’. about charting a path of upward A constant theme expressed by mobility, to established entrepreneurs, Carl Simmons and Robert Greenwood doctors, and seasoned professionals – integrity, honesty, revaluating what looking to sharpen their negotiation it means to ‘win’ as an enriching skills. experience as opposed to employing

unsavory tactics to win at all costs.

With each titan following up with their own life lessons, tactics, and anecdotes, attendees got a crash course in negotiation before participating in hands-on small group scenarios lead by the business leaders.

Commenting on the event, Young Corporate Alliance team leader Dominique Rolle said, “We all have to negotiate and many of us, especially many us of young local professionals and entrepreneurs don’t know exactly how to respectfully and tactfully get what we want or even know what we want. We all left the boot camp so much more skillful and enlightened about the art of negotiation.”

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Cooling Heartburn

By Dr. Marsha Barnett

a recurrent problem for many people, it’s a good idea to practice these helpful tips to not only treat your symptoms but also to stop them from constantly recurring.

The term heartburn is used to describe the burning sensation usually felt in the central chest that is brought on by acidic contents of the stomach Track Your Triggers finding its way into the esophagus.

The medical term is gastroYou need to know what esophageal reflux disease. In order to manage the condition, it is best if we actually causes heartburn in you. understand what happens when these You can make a note of what you ate, symptoms come on. The esophagus is throughout the day, and what kinds the tube that transports food from the of foods or circumstances seem to lead to your heartburn. For many persons, mouth to the stomach.

There is a sphincter, or a valve, missing meals or going for protracted between this tube and the stomach periods without eating bring on the called the lower esophageal sphincter. chest discomfort. So, try not to skip This is supposed to ensure that meals and eat on time.

What you eat is also important. movement only occurs from esophagus to stomach. However, at times the Common triggers are fried or oily foods, sphincter may not be entirely effective spicy and peppery dishes and acidic and the stomach contents reflux into juices such as soda and citrus. Alcohol the esophagus. When this happens, and smoking are also notorious for the acidic contents irritate the lining triggering heartburn so limit your of the esophagus and we experience intake of alcohol and never have it on an empty stomach. If you smoke and what we call heartburn.

A similar sensation can be are having heartburn, here’s another felt in other medical conditions such reason to quit. as with muscular chest pain and may Choose Foods That Soothe even during or before a heart attack.

So, if you have these symptoms, see Because there’s a problem your doctor so that you can be properly with acidity, persons have reported assessed.

Your physician will most likely drinking baking soda, which is a base, give you medications to help reduce to help neutralize the acid! Whilst the acid production in the stomach, this will help because of the sheer help neutralize the acid, and protect chemistry of it all, there are other the inner lining of the stomach and more palatable things you can try.

Drinking milk can make a esophagus. But there are some things you can change with your lifestyle that difference in heartburn symptoms. will help too and since this tends to be It works as an antacid and helps

in neutralizing the stomach juices.

Skimmed milk is the best as it contains very little fat and fats may aggravate heartburn.

Ripe bananas contain natural antacids and potassium that can act as a buffer against acid reflux. Aloe vera juice has also been found to have a soothing effect on the digestive tract and helps relieve the symptoms of acid reflux.

Dr. Marsha Barnett

Maintain A Healthy Weight

Reduce Your Stress

Being overweight will increase your chances of suffering from heartburn. This is because extra pounds in the abdominal region puts pressure on the stomach area and lower esophageal sphincter thereby leading to acid reflux. In that same vein, wearing tight fitting clothes especially around the waist can also bring on your heartburn

Our gastrointestinal health is known to be directly related to our stress levels and emotions and as such, heartburn symptoms tend to escalate with workload and stress. High stress levels actually affect the production of substances that protect the inner lining of the stomach and reduce the risk of inflammation! Try to manage your stress levels and get in some exercise and relaxation techniques like yoga and meditation.

Because recurrent reflux can lead to complications such as chronic inflammation of the esophagus and even esophageal cancer, it is important that you adopt these changes once you have been diagnosed. Not only will you feel better and have less flares but you will also be reducing your risk of long term sequelae.

Keep Your Chin Up

When sitting or standing, the downward pull of gravity makes it less likely that food will reflux from the stomach. However, when lying flat, the sphincter no longer has the help of a gravitational pull and it becomes much easier for stomach acid to run back into the esophagus. This is why heartburn often gets worse at night if you lie down immediately after eating. *Dr. Marsha Barnett is a general Don’t have large meals at dinner time practitioner who also specializes and don’t lie down within 2-3 hours of in dermatology. For questions eating. Also, elevate your head about 6 or comments, please contact at drmarshabarnett@gmail.com inches if you are having symptoms.

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SAILROCK CONTRACTING LIMITED – PROJECT ENGINEER •Reporting To: Director of Construction •Job Location: South Caicos, TCI Responsibilities: •Perform quantity takeoffs on various buildings and building types to create material lists by phase of construction.

•Develop bid packages to distribute to vendors for pricing.

•Work with vendors and subcontractors to answer questions related to bids.

•Create RFI to design professionals to resolve design issues.

•Collect and organize proposals from vendors and subcontractors, compare offerings, and make determination of best value options.

•Advise and discuss in detail all options for procurement with Director of Construction.

•Assist Director of Construction with the development of Requisition Forms and creation of Purchase Orders and Contracts for successful bidders.

•Work with the Engineering Manager to determine materials needed and cause timely procurement.

•Assist Purchasing and Logistics with maintaining records of materials received.

•Help forecast future material and manpower needs.

•Maintain a database of building types and construction costs for future cost estimating.

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Qualifications: •Construction Estimating or Architecture Experience, Basic Computer, Knowledge of all MS Office Tools, Proficient in Excel, Analytical, Organized, Oral and Written Communication skills, Documentation, Plan Reading, and Collaboration.

Salary Range: •$40,000 - $45,000 yearly, based on experience Please submit applications to Keno Forbes: •Drop off: W104 Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales •Fax: (312) 376-2056 •Email: HumanResources@SouthCaicos.com

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Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders must also submit copies of their application to the TCI Labour Board.

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The Shore Club is now accepting applications/résumé for the following position.

Only highly self-driven & motivated, personable and professional individuals, whom have the desire to serve others, need apply: SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER •Liaise with the central procurement department of the company.

•The Senior Project Manager is responsible for overall completion of construction project. He will be responsible for job production, budgeting, cost forecasting, and customer relations. Some of the tasks include: •Must be able to articulate and summarize information and results to executive management. Accountable for cash management and forecasting.

•Ensure all safety and health regulations is complied with.

•Ensure all projects are completed by deadlines (Villas, spa, retail shops, restaurants, etc.)

•Accountable for the preparation and completion of internal audits.

•Provide leadership and coaching to business and administration staff, assisting with development plans and performance evaluations.

•Involvement in our compliance programs including, regulations and accounting policies.

•Maintain records as required regarding job progress, costs and tracking of change orders.

•Responsible for client billing and revenue collection.

Salary $70,000.00 per annum/Commensurate with qualification and experience.

EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF The position reports to the Executive Chef and is responsible for the management and efficient operation of all kitchens and stewarding areas of the hotel. Areas of responsibility includes: •Responsible for client billing and revenue collection.

•Minimum 6 years of culinary experience in a luxury hotel environment •Culinary tertiary qualification required.

•Assist with ensuring the Kitchen and Stewarding departments are consistently managed in a professional manner.

•Liaise with the chefs to ensure all kitchen equipment is in proper working condition.

•Assist with overseeing all aspects of the Kitchen and Stewarding operation ensuring the operation is in accordance with business levels.

•Work closely with the Executive Chef to prepare daily market lists.

•Assist with ensuring hygiene standards and safety guidelines are adhered to at all times.

•Assist with providing menu training for service employees to ensure they are able to describe menu items properly to guests.

•Assist with seasonal and special event menu preparation.

•Able to stand for long periods of time.

•Able to carry up to 20kgs.

•Able to handle a fast-paced environment and be able to work under pressure.

•Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.

Salary $38,00.00 per annum/Commensurate with qualification and experience.

JUNIOR SOUS CHEF The Junior Sous Chef position report to the Executive Chef and is responsible for the preparation of all menu items for outlet, ensuring a quality product is delivered and oversee execution to adhere to resort quality standards. Areas of responsibility includes: •Minimum 5 years cooking experience in a luxury hotel environment.

•Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Chef de Partie in a luxury hotel environment.

•Proven experience in all sections of the kitchen.

•Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.

•Tertiary culinary qualification preferred.

•Ensure mis-en-place is set for all stations of outlet kitchen.

•Ability to read recipes, check food presentations and displays with precision.

•Check the quality of the product to ensure the standards for food service are maintained.

•Show precision cuts and knife use.

•Demonstrate ability to cook meat, fish and vegetables with the correct method and temperature.

•Create daily specials for outlet with guidance and approval from Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef.

•Ensure the correct rotation and storage of products for quality selection.

•Able to stand for long periods of time.

•Able to carry up to 20kgs.

•Able to handle a fast-paced environment and be able to work under pressure.

Salary $23,000.00 per annum/Commensurate with qualification and experience.

ASSISTANT PASTRY CHEF Responsible for the preparation of all menu items for the Pastry kitchen, ensuring a quality product is delivered.

•Minimum 4 years’ pastry experience in a luxury hotel environment.

•Proven experience in all sections of the kitchen.

•Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.

•Tertiary culinary qualification preferred.

•Liaise daily with the Pastry Chef to ensure there is up to date communication within the Pastry kitchen.

•Co-ordinate all aspects of the operation of the pastry kitchen according to business levels.

•Develop, with Pastry Chef, a complete seasonal menu in accordance with hotel standards.

•Ensure mis-en-place is set for all stations of the Pastry kitchen.

•Ability to read recipes, check food presentations and displays with precision.

•Demonstrate ability to prepare all types of bakery items with the correct

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method and temperature.

•Ensure the correct rotation and storage of products for quality selection.

•Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.

•Able to stand for long periods of time.

•Able to carry up to 20kgs.

•Able to handle a fast-paced environment and be able to work under pressure.

Salary $25,000/00-30,000.00 per annum/Commensurate with qualification and experience.

COOK •Must have previously worked as a line cook for a minimum of 1 year in similar operation •Must be able to “prep” food products, using standardized food preparation techniques and learn menus, recipes, preparation and presentation •Acceptable knife skills •Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts •Prepare all orders turned in by wait-staff using Resort’s standard recipes with focus on consistency while ensuring all orders are cooked quickly and according to order •Maintain the work area, including all counter tops, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration in a clean and sanitary condition Starting salary $7.00 per hour, not including service charge.

PUBLIC AREA ATTENDANT •Ability to work with heavy cleaning machinery.

•Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts •Ensuring that standards of cleanliness and organization are met at all times in assigned areas.

•Responsibility for care and maintenance of all equipment and machinery •Restock linens and amenities on carts •Run needed items to guest floors •Assist housekeepers as required Starting salary $6.25 not including service charge HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR •Must have 5 years’ experience in luxury resort in similar capacity •Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Starting wage $9.00 per hour not including service charge and tips.

BUTLER The butler will provide the highest of penthouse service to our guests. The Butler’s primary goal is to create an ambiance of superior luxury by anticipating each individual guest’s needs... This is accomplished through moments of surprise and delight that our guest would never have experienced before. Also ensure guest familiarities to frequent guests visiting the hotel.

Requirements: •Minimum of 3 years’ experience in food and beverage fine dining as a personal Butler •Must possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written •Strong knowledge of a variety of cuisines and wines/beverages •Must possess basic computational ability •Must possess basic computer skills •Must be able to follow through all the guest requests and communicate them to the appropriate departments and management in an efficient manner •Must have attention to details second to none ability, superior interpersonal skills and desire to provide exceptional service to our guest •Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length •Must be able to exert well-paced, ability to reach other departments and locations in a timely manner •Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space •Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks.

•Must be able to bend and squat and lift up to 25 lbs •Must be able to push and pull equipment weighing up to 75 lbs •Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions.

Bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.

•Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment •Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Starting salary $8.00 per hour not including service charge and tips.

POOL & BEACH SUPERVISOR •Must have 5 years’ experience in luxury resort in similar capacity •Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Starting wage $8.00 per hour not including service charge and tips.

SECURITY OFFICERS FOOD & BEVERAGE SUPERVISOR CHEFS (Various positions) HOUSEKEEPING MANAGER SPA THERAPIST/ATTENDANTS LINE POSITIONS For the below line staff positions, resort experience is an asset but not a requirement. Starting wage $6.25 per hour not including service charge and tips.

GROUNDSMEN LABOURER HOUSEMAN ROOM ATTENDANTS LAUNDRY ATTENDANTS DISPATCHERS STEWARDS FRONT OFFICE AGENTS SERVERs HVAC/MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN CONCIERGE PLEASE NOTE: All resumes are subject to screening. Accepted candidates will receive a call or email confirmation with a scheduled time for meeting and required documents for the actual interview.

All applicants must have a willing, positive and personable attitude as well as be willing to work long hours, holidays and weekends. Turks & Caicos Islands citizens only need to apply to The Shore Club located on Long Bay Beach, Providenciales or e-mail: careers@theshoreclubtc.com Deadline is May 16, 2017.

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COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos is now hiring for passionate hospitality individuals!

MAY 6TH, 2017 – MAY 13TH, 2017

We were awarded the Certificate of Excellence!

This 74-room and villas property is an award-winning Turks and Caicos luxury resort set on its own private island. COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos is now recruiting passionate individuals with a spirit for delivering excellent guest service. At COMO, employee development and wellness is as important as guest satisfaction. As part of the Parrot Cay team, you will enjoy excellent compensation and benefits, along with paid-time off.

Interested in an international opportunity to grow with COMO, you can begin by applying for the following positions:

LEADERSHIP POSITIONS Director of People Development and Workforce Effectiveness This executive level position provides leadership and supervision for the Department of Organizational Development for the properties in the Americas’ region, including COMO Parrot Cay and COMO Metropolitan Miami Beach. This position will act as a business partner for our United States and Turks and Caicos property to implement and uphold policies and procedures that are aligned with COMO Hotels and Resorts value and vision, while observing human resources best practices. This role is imperative to ensuring all employee-related activities are in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows TCI Labour Ordinances, United States Federal and State laws, while championing the company’s professional ethics standards.

Possessing 10+ years of experience in the various functions of operational and strategic human resources management for a global hotel brand. Candidates are required to hold a Bachelor’s Degree as well as Society of Human Resources Certification, Master’s Degree, a plus. This role will be based in Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos, but involve extensive travel to Florida and will also require work authorization in the USA. Director of Engineering The Director of Engineering provides overall direction and oversight of the Engineering department at COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos.

Controls and maintains primary utility systems including diesel electric generating units and reverse-osmosis seawater desalination units to produce electric power and portable water for distribution to a hotel and private residences throughout. Direct and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the utility production and distribution systems. Ensure both long term and short term goals are achieved through the implementation and completion of set targets and corporate goals.

Director of Purchasing The Director of Purchasing is responsible for the direction of the materials management and purchasing function to achieve service and inventory goals as well as the development of best-in-class processes to drive service level improvement.

Establishing and maintaining measurable performance metrics for all levels of procurement activities to include but not limited to supplier performance, supplier quality, internal order placement performance, buyer activity levels, financial (AP) performance, and material shortage elimination. 7-10years progressive experience in Purchasing and Sourcing with extensive experience in the hospitality industry, preferably in a strategic setting in a mid to large size hotel/resort. Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing, Production/Operations Management, or equivalent business experience, required.

Front Of House Manager Assist Executive Assistant Manager-Rooms in administering front office functions and supervising employees on daily basis. Oversee the effective and efficient operation of Front Office in accordance with the objectives, performance and quality standards established by the hotel. This includes Reception, Guest Service, Bell, Butler Operations, VIP Coordinators, Airport Greeters, Welcome Center and Duty Managers. Motivate all Front Office colleagues to maximize rooms’ revenue and occupancy by effectively maximizing yield and excel in room up selling and other revenue centers. Possess strong leadership experience to engage talent in the various aspects of personnel and departmental training functions, including hiring, performance appraisals, counselling, coaching, disciplinary action, the monitoring of performance, etc. Five (5+) years luxury in a 4 or 5 Diamond rated hotel/resort preferred. Experience in OPERA system version 5, required Restaurant Manager Our Terrace Mediterranean Restaurant is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to manage the employees and operation of our establishment. The successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation of our restaurant’s policies and procedures, and will participate in achieving our revenue objectives.

The Restaurant Manager will ensure that employees remain compliant with all local laws, and that customers’ needs are promptly met. Four (4+) Years of Restaurant Luxury experience required.

Meeting and Events Manager The Meeting and Event Manager is responsible for managing, coordinating and executing group assignments turned over by the Sales Department. The Meeting and Event Manager monitors all contractual agreements pertaining to meeting space, food and beverage and special concessions. Responsible for maximizing food and beverage and other revenues from assigned groups by solicitation of affiliate business and up selling. Effectively communicate to all hotel departments the information necessary to successfully execute the group’s needs while maintaining a good client relationship. Must

have at least 5 years’ experience in the luxury hospitality industry with at least 1-year experience as Banquets Manager position in a 5-star luxury hotel. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Assistant Financial Controller The Assistant Financial Controller is responsible to provide management, leadership and accountability for the financial performance of the property. Provide a professional, advisory and executive support to the Financial Controller in meeting the strategic goals of the company. Exceptional level of communication, organisation, attention to detail, and a strong accounting background with duties include balance sheet reconciliations, month end closing preparations, as well as fixed asset register preparations. Proven experience in a comparable Finance role, with hospitality experience preferred.

Guest Service Manager Directly manager the operations of the Front Office team at the airport and Leeward welcome center, including ground transportation team. Oversee the entire Leeward Welcome Center operations which includes the security team as well as the boating operations on a daily basis. To ensure that the arrival and departure experiences are seamless and as per the service standards of COMO Parrot Cay. Must have at least 5 years’ experience in the luxury hospitality industry with at least 1-year experience as Guest Relations Manager position or similar in a 5-star luxury hotel.

Private Estates Operations Manager The role of the Private Estates Operations Manager is to assist in managing the Private Estate and Homeowners. Required to maintain the Private Homes ensuring they are always in excellent condition, including project works. Home owner satisfaction and maximum profitability will be your major objective. To assist the Private Estate Manager by working closely with Homeowners or their representatives and Property Managers in order to combine work on the houses while ensuring maximum rental sales. Residential or property management experience required.

HVAC Supervisor Comprehensive knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in installing, repairing and maintaining refrigeration and air handling equipment; comprehensive knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work; ability to prepare estimates and order materials for maintenance and repair jobs; ability to exercise independent judgment in determining operating conditions; ability to plan, lay out, supervise and inspect the work of subordinates; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates; knowledge of energy management systems. Extensive experience in refrigeration and air handling including some supervisory experience. CFC Refrigeration Certification or similar preferred.

Private Estates Housekeeping Supervisor COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos Housekeeping Supervisors must effectively lead and supervise the day-to-day operation of the Private Estates to ensure service standards are followed. They are responsible to ensure Private Estate Attendants are informed daily about priorities in their section and that their buckets are stocked.

Their duties are to assign tasks to employees at beginning of shift and supervise to ensure that every task is appropriately completed. The Housekeeping Supervisors are expected to monitor the service, cleanliness and hygiene levels for the Private Estates as well as to ensure that the required standard is maintained at all times.

Our Heart of House and Front of House Open Positions ENGINEERING Utility Technician (Power House) In this role, candidates must be able to take hourly readings of gauges and other recording devices to ensure that all generating and electrical equipment are operating normally. The ability to recognize any existing problems and take appropriate corrective action. Knowledge in hourly and shift checks of running equipment to ensure proper operating levels in the fuel system, cooling system, air systems, storage batteries and engine lube oil sump, is also required. Additional duties include, completing, updating, and maintaining all log records current, concise and clear.

Strong communication skills are also a mandate as information must be shared to the supervisor or person in charge of any unexplained changes in one or more plant process variables or instrument readings and reports any equipment malfunction or other occurrences that may affect the safety, reliability, or load capability. Proven experience in a comparable role, within the hospitality industry preferred. Relevant certifications, a plus.

Boat Mechanic Boat mechanics inspect, test and complete routine maintenance on equipment.

After completing work on the equipment, they must keep records of what was done, parts used and any tests that were completed. They must be able to communicate equipment issues, a plan of action and work completed to customers. The engines

Experience in a similar or relevant position is a prerequisite; relevant educational and/or professional qualification is also a plus. To be considered, please visit our career page to apply for our current open positions https://comohotelsparrotcay-careers.silkroad.com Any other questions, you may also contact Human Resources below: careers@comoparrotcay.com (649) 946-7788 ext 4190 The company will accept applicants who are able to successfully meet minimum qualifications, clear background and drug tests as well as satisfy the visa sponsorship process, if applicable.

COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination in hiring or terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, military or, covered veteran status, gender identity or expression, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under local law, regulations or ordinances.

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COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos is now hiring for passionate hospitality individuals!

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We were awarded the Certificate of Excellence!

This 74-room and villas property is an award-winning Turks and Caicos luxury resort set on its own private island. COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos is now recruiting passionate individuals with a spirit for delivering excellent guest service. At COMO, employee development and wellness is as important as guest satisfaction. As part of the Parrot Cay team, you will enjoy excellent compensation and benefits, along with paid-time off.

Interested in an international opportunity to grow with COMO, you can begin by applying for the following positions:

they maintain can be the portable outboard engines of small boats, inboard-outboard engines of somewhat larger boats, or the very powerful diesel engines of the largest vessels. Two-year associate degree programs, shorter certificate programs or relevant prior experience required.

Diesel Mechanic (Senior) In this senior position, the candidate must be able to review work orders and articulate this to them with head of department. They will be able to check motors that are running, road test motor vehicles, and test automotive systems and components using testing devices to find the problem in the vehicle, primarily in diesel. An aptitude to change, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems, including fuel, brake, steering and suspension systems, transmissions, differentials, drive axles and shafts, emission control and exhaust systems, engines and electrical, cooling and climate control systems by using hand tools and other specialized automotive repair equipment. Additional duties include, test and change repaired systems to the required standards, perform scheduled maintenance service, such as oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups and advise manager on work performed, general vehicle conditions and future repair requirements. Proven experience in a comparable role, preferred. Relevant certifications, a plus.

AC Technician Interested applicants should possess three (3) to Five (5) years of experience in installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting and correcting diverse HVAC service issues. Be able to install, maintain and repair heating, ventilation, and cooling units for both commercial and residential customers. Have the ability to diagnose and repair of electronic, mechanical and electrical components of these systems. Work with dispatch to ensure schedule is maintained and delays are properly communicated to customer.

Maintain and or inform stores keeper of low stock in inventory, example; parts, tools, and safety equipment. Good analytical skills and attention to detail with ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and manuals. Excellent customer service skills with desire to exceed customer expectations. Proven experience in a comparable role, within the hospitality industry preferred. Relevant certifications, a plus.

the team member to rotate cleaning duties, as required. Other competencies include, physical mobility and stamina, ability to follow instructions, detail-oriented and a professional attitude is required.

Laundry Attendant Our Laundry Attendants have duties focused mainly on cleaning and dry cleaning services. These duties include daily washing and drying of hotel sheets, blankets, towels and linens. Ironing and steaming of items may be required as well. Attendants will be required to neatly fold laundry and distribute it according to company requirements. In addition, they will be expected to coordinate their duties with other hotel employees. Attendants must be able to lift loads of laundry and push heavy carts without assistance. Prior hospitality experience within a luxury hotel or resort setting, preferred.

VIP Coordinator The VIP coordinator will liaise with clients/guests from the various Eastern European and Middle Eastern regions. The responsibilities include: coordination all guest requirements from pre-arrival to departure process; sales generation; conduct site inspections to promote the products and services of the hotel; arrange special events primarily for guests from Russia or the U.A.E. To ensure proper communications at all times, the VIP coordinator will act as a liaison between for hotel guests who speak Russian and Arabic to ensure that guest satisfaction will not be compromised. This role requires a commitment to contribute to the COMO Parrot Cay team to ensure optimal guest experience in every dimension. Fluency in Arabic and/or Russian languages are required.

BOAT CREW (2) The boat crew’s job is to assist in the maintenance, cleanliness and manoeuvring of the boat and tenders, and to help other crew wherever needed. Our COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos Boat Crew must have a hard work ethic, the ability to learn on the job, be presentable and well-mannered, and excel at teamwork as well as customer service. Boat Crew must be capable of lifting and moving equipment that may weigh in excess of 50 pounds. Prior experience in this field, preferred.

BUTLER HUMAN RESOURCES A Resort Butler provides and coordinates all aspects of personalized care to all Human Resources Coordinator guests during their stay, assisting in ALL areas of the resort by seeking continual We are looking for an efficient Human Resources (HR) Coordinator to undertake improvement of skills through training and practice. Ensure all standards in a variety of HR administrative duties. You will facilitate daily HR functions like regards to receiving guests, assisting with luggage delivery, packing and unpacking, keeping track of employees records such as: payroll, personal information, leaves, collecting and processing guest laundry, pressing and cleaning; turn down and turnover rates etc. in both paper and the database. farewell are met. Maintain complete knowledge at all times of all hotel and spa services, hours of operation and all hotel and spa operation procedures.

As a member of the Human Resources team, the demonstration of strong interpersonal Minimum two to three years Butler experience. Must be able to read, understand skills is an expectation for both our internal and external customers. We are seeking and apply directions to perform assignments, English. A passion for the hospitality a professional with a keen attention to detail and can display superior levels of industry, especially for a 5-star luxury hotel organization in scheduling meetings, interviews, HR events and maintaining the team’s agenda.

COMO SHAMBHALA RETREAT (SPA) Yoga Instructor Proficiency in the Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Conduct daily and private yoga classes scheduled for hotel guests as well as weekly Outlook are required. classes scheduled for employees. Design personal programs for guests according to individual needs. Be responsible for yoga props in the studios and pavilions, conduct FOOD and BEVERAGE private yoga classes and daily complimentary classes according to published schedule Pool and Beach Attendant (3) and conduct weekly group classes for employees. Additional duties will include the COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos Pool and Beach attendants must consistently design and facilitation of personal yoga programs for guests according to their needs provide engaging customer services to guests. They are responsible to provide and level of competence and for young children, teens and family yoga programs as umbrellas, chairs, tent, etc. to customers and serve snacks and drinks on request. and when needed. Assist and be involved with retreat hosting. Act as ambassador for These attendants are also responsible for the cleanliness and the daily upkeep of COMO Shambhala. Current YOGA certifications are required. the pool, pool area, locker and change rooms and lounge chairs as when they are not occupied.

Pilates Instructor Conduct daily and private Pilates and Fitness classes scheduled for hotel guests as Our Pool and Beach attendant provides Food and Beverage service on the beach as well as weekly classes scheduled for employees. Design personal programs for guests well as pool side as required. They must also ensure an adequate supply of towels according to individual needs. Be responsible for Pilates and Fitness equipment and and water are available to guests. Prior hospitality experience within a luxury hotel props in the studios and pavilions, conduct private Pilates and Fitness classes and or resort setting, a plus. daily complimentary classes according to published schedule, organize and devise Bartenders (4) activities and programs appropriate for the gym and COMO Shambhala Retreat and Recreation departments and operate the schedule for complimentary gym training COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos bartenders prepare alcohol or non-alcohol sessions and morning run. Additional duties will include, to design personal Pilates beverages for bar and restaurant patrons. Interact with customers, take orders and Fitness programs for guests according to their needs and level of competence. and serve snacks and drinks. Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make Assist and be involved with retreat hosting. Act as ambassador for COMO Shambhala. recommendations. Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails. Plan and present bar menu. Current Fitness certifications are required.

OPERATIONS Housekeeping Attendants (4) Our Housekeeping Attendants provide comfort to our guests and home owners by ensuring that guest rooms and public areas are clean and properly presented. They promote a positive image of our property to guests, and must be pleasant, friendly and able to address problems or special requests. Main duties include, stock and sort supplies, clean, dust and polish guest rooms, make beds, change sheets, remove and replace used towels and toiletries, deliver and retrieve items on loan to guests and ensure security of guest rooms and privacy of guests. Additional duties would require

Spa and Gym Attendant (2) Our Spa and Gym Attendants support the back of house operations of the spa, such as maintaining cleanliness of the spa, replenishing stock of linen and ensuring full function of all spa facilities. They are responsible to clean treatment rooms, locker rooms and studios, including shower cubicles, toilets, bathtubs, glass doors and spa back of house areas. The operational duties include, reporting maintenance issue to engineering department, collect store requisition made by supervisor and run errands as instructed by managers and supervisors. Prior hospitality experience within a luxury hotel or resort setting, a plus.

Experience in a similar or relevant position is a prerequisite; relevant educational and/or professional qualification is also a plus. To be considered, please visit our career page to apply for our current open positions https://comohotelsparrotcay-careers.silkroad.com Any other questions, you may also contact Human Resources below: careers@comoparrotcay.com (649) 946-7788 ext 4190 The company will accept applicants who are able to successfully meet minimum qualifications, clear background and drug tests as well as satisfy the visa sponsorship process, if applicable.

COMO Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination in hiring or terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, military or, covered veteran status, gender identity or expression, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under local law, regulations or ordinances.

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OPEN JOB POSITION DATE OPEN: April 24, 2017 START DATE: ASAP POSITION: Waiter Job Overview: Prepare tables with special attention to sanitation and order. Attend to customers upon entrance. Present menus and help customers select food/beverages.

Take/serve orders and answer questions or make recommendations for other products. Deal with complaints or problems with a positive attitude. Issue bills and accept payment. The individual must be well groomed, clean and polite. Previous experience is a must and should be able to speak and write English. Shifts varies. Full time.

Weekend and holiday work may be required.

This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $6.00 - $7.00 per hour DATE OPEN: April 24, 2017 START DATE: May 1, 2017 POSITION: Sous Chef Job Overview: The sous chef reports directly to the executive chef and will quickly amass an in-depth familiarity with the kitchen’s operations so that they may fill in for the executive chef when needed and assist them in resolving any problems that may arise on the job. A sous chef must possess the ability to quickly and authoritatively delegate job tasks to a large staff. They must also be able to draw upon their considerable experience as a culinary chef who has worked in many different roles and settings in order to effectively coach and mentor junior chefs. Full time. Weekend and holiday work may be required.

This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $48,000 - $52,000 per annum DATE OPEN: May 1, 2017 START DATE: June 1, 2017 POSITION: Pastry Chef

Job Overview: The Pastry Cooks responsibilities include preparing quality pastry items such as breakfast items, desserts, breads, ice creams, sorbets, creams, simple syrups, amenities, displays/centerpieces and special request items. They should have a complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; use equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely. Also, they should be able to maintain and strictly abide by state sanitation/health regulations and hotel requirements.

Meet with the Executive Chef to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes and other information pertinent to the job performance. Full time. Weekend and holiday work may be required.

Qualified Islanders and Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: $24,000 per annum DATE OPEN: April 3, 2017 POSITION: Kids’ Camp Supervisor

START DATE: May 1, 2017

Job Overview: • Supervise and monitor staff • Structure and coordinate training for all staff • Assist in planning and organization of activities, programs and services for the Kids’ Town Department • Communicate with parents, community partners, and managers on property • Monitor the health and safety of guests and staff • Assist with managing overall program content and structure The Kids’ Town Supervisor must have extensive experience managing staff and working in youth-based programs and will participate in hiring staff, communicating with partnering organizations, and attending training sessions throughout the year.

Qualified Islanders and Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: $24,000 per annum DATE OPEN: April 24, 2017 POSITION: Labourer (4)

START DATE: May 1, 2017

Job Overview: Perform tasks involving physical labor at work sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types and a variety of other equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, and clean up rubble, debris and other waste materials. May assist other craft workers.

Qualified Islanders and Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: $6.25 per hour DATE OPEN: April 24, 2017 POSITION: Houseman

START DATE: May 1, 2017

Job Responsibilities: A houseman’s primary job duties include cleaning and maintaining guest rooms, bathrooms, work areas, furnishings and carpets. Cleaning rooms includes duties such as changing bed linens and emptying trash as well as vacuuming carpets and dusting furniture. You’ll also replenish guest supplies, such as hand soap and shampoo. Your duties don’t end with guest rooms, however, because you’re responsible for cleaning common areas, such as banquet and meeting rooms.

Secondary duties may include shoveling snow from walkways, assisting bellmen, answering guest questions and helping the front desk person.

This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $6.00 - $7.00 per hour DATE OPEN: April 24, 2017 POSITION: Maintenance Technician

START DATE: May 1, 2017

Job Requirements: Engineering course, undergraduate or vocational school graduate with good verbal and written communication skills. Must have at least 8 years work experience engineering/ facilities equipment operations and maintenance gained in hospitality or other industries.

•Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical equipment and plumbing trouble shooting •Working knowledge of swimming pool operation and water chemistry •Working knowledge of sewage treatment plant operation and maintenance •Knowledge of computers and its peripherals •Planning and executing preventative maintenance of suites and equipment within •Knowledge of Operational Health and Safety Standards •Knowledge of basic kitchen equipment maintenance and trouble shooting •Knowledge of industry storekeeping procedures •Must be computer literate and technology savvy, particularly for ordering and follow up processes •Must be familiar with electrical and mechanical parts This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $10.50 - $11.00 per hour Interested persons can contact our Human Resources Department no later than May 31, 2017 @ (649) 946-5050 Ext. 1030 Email: sheba.wilson@gracebayclub.com Fax: (649) 946-5758 P.O. Box 128 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies

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She has developed a passion for modeling and pageantry at the age of eleven and has tried to be involved in these sorts of events ever since. She aspires to be like the beautiful Karen Simmons Bernabe, her grandmother, who has taught her everything she knows. She believes that Mrs. Bernabe is a kind and strong independent woman, who has and always will be her role model.

Kavanna loves to participate in various sports at her school, like soccer and volleyball, but softball is her favorite. During this process, she hopes to receive a better understanding of pageantry and to showcase her bubbly personality and talent. This she hopes will inspire young ladies like herself, and teach them that with hard work and a burning desire they can achieve anything.

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’Asia Janae Saunders was born on September 30, 2003 to the wonderful Theresa Hall and Dujohn Saunders. D’Asia is a native of the Turks and Cacios Islands.

She enjoys spending time with her siblings Jermya, Jermard and her twin brother Dujohn.

She has decided to enter this pageant to show young ladies that they can achieve whatever they put they mind to. She is a very determined young lady that usually works hard to complete any given task. During her spare time, she enjoys reading and dancing which contributes to her character growth. Her favorite novel is “Jane Eyre” because it features a strong female character that succeeded against all odds. She believes that everyone deserves a chance, which is why she aspires to become a teacher so she may be a part of molding the young minds of the future.

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Islands, Turks and She aspires to become Caicos. She has an successful in her personal avid interest in fashion development, and to and leadership, and become a role model that exudes confidence in all teenage girls may look to aspects of her life. She is for guidance and support. motivated by her strong She has a grave passion beliefs that women for peer counselling and should be empowered has observed that there and treated as equals. is a need for her services She believes that she is a talented individual, who in this regard at the Long can excel in whatever she sets her mind to do. She Bay High School. She is considers herself a great leader, whose goals are to grounded in her religious lead her peers to victory in order to prove to the world beliefs and models the that this generation can be great. footsteps of Christ in everything she aspires to do.

orn on March 25th 2003, Nayka is a fourteen-year-old, who hails from the beautiful, quaint island of Providenciales. She is a creative, amiable and an optimistic person who thrives on experiencing new things. Over the years, her hobbies have been dynamic, but since recently, she has discovered that she has a love for music, drawing, blogging, socializing, and dancing.

In the future, she sees herself as an artist.

She chose this field because she loves art and design.

One of the things that I want to accomplish during and after my journey in the Miss Long Bay High School Pageant 2017, is to reach out to the many individuals who have gone through some of the same life experiences as she has, such as growing up without their biological parents. I intend, with help, to start a programme to reach out to, and assist the children growing up in schools without their biological parents.

udrea Stubbs, affectionately known as “Precious,” is a second former at Long Bay High School.

She hails from Nassau, Bahamas and celebrates her birthday on the 4th of November 2003. She is the proud daughter of a single mother and preschool principal, Audrey Walkin.

Dancing plays an integral aspect of her life; she devotes herself completely to dancing for the Lord. She considers herself an extrovert and a natural performer, who is excellent at reciting poems.

Beauty pageants are her passion, and so Audrea, at age 6 and 7, entered her first beauty pageants at Adelaide Omeler Primary School, and was placed first runner-up as well as she was crowned Miss Adelaide Omeler Primary Queen. Her dream is to become a family lawyer, in order to help single parents and abused children get justice. She is determined to fulfill her dreams and the plans that God has for her life.

hirteen y e a r old, Tashlee Beltheus, born October 20th, is a resilient student who enjoys dancing and exploring outdoors.

If I were to become Miss Long Bay High, I would make every effort to inspire girls, in order to raise their confidence and empower young ladies to aspire for excellence.

ifteen year old, Celine Salina Frederic hales from the strikingly beautiful island of Providenciales.

She possesses a flamboyant personality, and is very ambitious, generous and thoughtful.

She is an advocate for Human Rights and empowering individuals.

She is passionate about education, and is motivated by her love for learning as she strives to become successful in society. With goals to become a dancer, singer, and a high standard performer, Celine assiduously strives to be actively involved in the school’s extracurricular activities; motivating others to embrace and appreciate who they are as individuals. Apart from the above, she has kept a keen interest in cosmetology and enjoys playing softball and volleyball, but most importantly, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

u i n i q u e Cartwright was born on the beautiful island of Grand Bahama and has recently moved to the magnificent island of Providenciales, which she is proud to represent in this pageant.

She is beautiful, talented and very considerate of others feelings.

She believes that every gift and talent is created within each person for the purpose of serving and uplifting people.

During this process, she hopes to develop her own talents and gifts, not just for her personal growth, but for the betterment of the Long Bay High school in general.

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veryday Romance presented their 3nd Annual Lipstick & Things event last week Saturday April, 29th, 2017 at Tropicana Plaza in Providenciales where it saw the biggest crowd thus far from the TCI community.

The purpose of this event was to highlight the different entrepreneurs tin the TCI and coming together to promote their products/brands, learning and supporting each other. The event highlighted both male and female young entrepreneurs in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

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15% of all proceeds donated to the Provo Chil Home in TCI.

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Get started on your by applying

Student Internship Program (SIP) 2 weeks in the summer For 4th & 5th form high school students This internship program is a great introduction to the workplace. Spend two exciting weeks with FortisTCI in the summer and learn the basics of workplace behavior and working with teams in various departments.

Student Summer Employment Program (SSEP) June—August For college students looking to gain valuable work experience You will learn about the utility industry and corporate operations, under the supervision of seasoned professionals. See what awaits you in your chosen career path while establishing yourself as a potential future employee.

Whether your future career lies in IT, Electrical Engineering, Business, Marketing, Mechanics, Customer Service or other exciting paths, FortisTCI can lead you in the right direction.

SIP application forms are available from your school counselor or principal. Submit your completed application, along with required documents to your counselor or principal by May 17, 2017.

SIP criteria —  Applicants must be 4th or 5th form students at a TCI high school that is recognized by the Ministry of Education  Applicants must present a recommendation letter from their principal or guidance counselor  Applicants must submit a 250 word essay entitled, “Why FortisTCI Should Hire Me as an Intern”

SSEP applications are available online at www.fortistci.com, or may be picked up at FortisTCI’s Leeward Highway office.

Submit completed applications and required documents at the office, ATTN: HR, or email to: cward@fortistci.com, or cmunnings@fortistci.com, no later than May 17, 2017.

SSEP criteria —  Applicants must be enrolled in a university or college undergraduate program majoring in: Accounting, Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Law or Marketing  Applicants must possess a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher  Applicants must provide an official transcript, attendance record, 2 letters of recommendation, proof of residence status and NHIB cards

www.fortistci.com | 649-946-4313 | 1030 Leeward HWY, Providenciales, TCI

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JOB ADVERTISEMENT Gansevoort Turks + Caicos is a contemporary luxury full service boutique resort on Grace Bay Beach. We are looking for driven and energetic professionals with Five Star experience and who are committed to achieving excellence by ensuring Five Star standards and services are continuously delivered.

Director of Housekeeping

MAY 6TH, 2017 – MAY 13TH, 2017

o Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays. o A B.S. degree in Hotel Administration o Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and oral forms. o Knowledge of a second language is preferred o Minimum of 5 years of management experience in a major hotel/resort complex with a Forbes Five Star Rating & AAA – 5 Diamond Rating o Minimum of 5 years of management experience in a large Housekeeping department of an internationally recognized luxury hotel brand o Pre-opening Experience with proven ability to successfully lead, train motivate, develop staff and processes implementation is essential o Previous experience working in a similar resort setting o Minimum of 2 years working experience in a remote island

Job Summary:

Physical & other demands:

The Director of Housekeeping is responsible for directing, planning, organizing and developing of the overall operation of the housekeeping and laundry departments, to ensure exceptional levels of guest service and satisfaction with cleanliness and comfort of guest facilities. These includes: guest rooms, laundry, public areas, storage areas and other work areas. Responsible also for the selection, training and development of all housekeeping and laundry employees. Maintain outstanding relationships with all areas and leaders of the resort. Be fully versed on Forbes Service Standards and ensure all these are communicated to all Housekeeping and Laundry employees.

Busy fast paced work area. Walking and sitting for long periods of time are required for this job. Physical activities include walking, talking, seeing, hearing, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting, carrying, fingering feeling, grasping, pushing, pulling. Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. In addition, attendance at all scheduled training sessions and meetings is required.

Salary Range: $45k-50k

Summary of responsibilities:

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Rooms Operation, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Ensure the highest levels of professionalism are maintained in providing our customers consistent service quality. Responsible for all aspects of the resort’s wine and beverage programs: – purchasing, storage, and selling; in addition to staff training. Ensure the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the Food and Beverage department relating to wine and food pairing menus. Perform major tasks that affect the overall operation of the restaurant.

o Provides input into, and executes, strategic plan for assigned department(s) consistent with the strategic vision of the division and Gansevoort Turks and Caicos. o Responsible for preparing and monitoring of fiscal budgets, CAPEX, division operations and marketing strategies to produce both short-term and long-term profitability for Gansevoort Turks and Caicos. o Responsible for establishing and maintaining cost controls systems for linen inventories, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies and guest supplies. o Provides input into, and executes, the development, implementation, and measurement of guest service standards within assigned department(s), consistent with the company’s established guidelines/standards. o Participates in the research, development, evaluation and implementation of new products, services, technology and processes to ensure Gansevoort Turks and Caicos competitive position and in anticipation of changing customer needs within the dynamic hospitality environment. o Directs Human Resources responsibilities for Housekeeping to include: •creating a work environment that promotes teamwork •performance feedback •recognition, mutual respect and employee satisfaction •quality hiring •training and succession planning processes that encompass the company’s diversity commitment o Works closely in mentoring/coaching the Asst. Director of Housekeeping and housekeeping supervisors in additional tasks/responsibilities to optimize advancement opportunities available for subordinate staff. o Directs and manages accountability processes for division; ensures compliance with company policies and legal requirements. o Directs and manages all functions performed within Housekeeping & Laundry. Works closely with department management to ensure the establishment of sound operational business practices that produce positive methods to ensure all projects/assignments produce quality results; remain within budgetary constraints, and meet targeted deadlines. Ensures Housekeeping meets all codes and safety standards. o Researches supply sources; consults with purveyors, and ensures ongoing implementation of cost effective supply management control programs, submitting purchase orders for all supplies/equipment needed. o Monitors, consistently reevaluates, and implements effective guidelines/ procedures for inventory control. o Assists in development of cost proposals and cost estimates for equipment, departmental changes, and allocation of resources, as needed. o Provides management guidance and technical direction in the resolution of problems associated with Housekeeping. o Ensure departmental operations manuals are kept current and accurately reflect the duties and functions of assigned employees. o Maintains effective communications with all subordinates. Conducts staff meetings on a regular basis to review departmental progress on projects and assignments. Establishes the parameters that empower managers/ supervisors with the authority to accomplish the duties of their assigned positions. o Performs all other management duties as assigned/required.

Required Qualifications: o Ability to perform a myriad of duties with extreme care and attention to detail, while working in a fast-paced and busy environment. o Computer proficiency with MS Excel, MS Word, Outlook, Opera PMS, HotSOS and Knowcross. o Working knowledge of chemicals, fabric care, carpet care, floor and stone care. o Knowledge of Laundry operations, textiles, fabric care, equipment and housekeeping techniques. o Strong leadership qualities, sound judgment, superior decision-making and problem-solving skills. o Ability to read and interpret business records and statistical reports. o Ability to use mathematical skills to interpret financial information and prepare budgets. o Effective listening abilities. o Excellent customer service skills. o Ability to lead and mentor a team. o Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts. o Professional appearance and demeanor.

SOMMELIER MANAGER

MAIN DUTIES •Plan and direct all functions of the Stelle restaurant and bar in order to meet guest and team member satisfaction.

•Prepare, assign and delegate responsibilities for the operation of the above outlets in order to achieve profitable results.

•Develop and implement effective controls over beverage and labor costs.

•Monitor cost expenditures and revenues in order to ensure proper budget adherence.

•Regularly review, evaluate and respond to guest feedback regarding the particular outlets.

•Recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever a change in demand, customer dissatisfaction, or competitive environment requires such action.

•Hire, train, supervise, schedule, develop, discipline, counsel, support and evaluate team members according to Sommelier Service Standards.

•Ensure compliance with all Stelle policies and procedures that relate to the relevant outlets and guest service.

•Ensure the complete satisfaction of all guests.

•Decide on what wines etc. to provide our guests, patrons and owners •Cost control and inventory management •Ensure that dining patrons are able to find a wine within their budget that fits their tastes and complements their food.

•Work with the culinary staff to find suitable wines to pair with dishes on the menu.

•Work on the floor of the restaurant, helping customers to decide the exact wine that best meets their needs.

•Assist Executive Chef in the research, creation and implementation of market competitive and cost effective menus that target a predetermined market audience.

•Participate in the development of the annual budget; develop short and long term financial operating plans.

•Attend mandatory meetings and contribute to these meetings in a professionally effective manner; regularly communicate with all team members.

•Participate in Manager on Duty programs, which may require occasional over night duty.

•Participate in community public relations for the hotel.

•Utilize computer equipment to analyze forecast, cost, and revenue reports and make decisions based on that information to ensure departmental profitability.

•Complete other duties as assigned by Food and Beverage Director or other superiors.

•Demonstrate positive leadership characteristics and act as a role model for staff members.

•Regularly research and remain current with Sommelier market trends.

SKILLS • Must be computer literate; must be proficient in Micros and Microsoft Suite • 2+ years experience as Head Sommelier in a 4/5 star establishment, • International experience preferred, • Must have good written and oral communication skills • Must maintain the highest level of customer service as it relates to Gansevoort standard of service • Must be able to take direction from managers and give directions to line staff • Must be able to efficiently and effectively resolve guest complaints.

Positions with * are currently being held by a work permit holder. Interested applicants can contact our Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm on (649)941-7555. E- Mail cover letter outlining your interest and supporting experience in a particular position along with your Resume or C.V. to hr@wymara.com

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• Must be able to train newly recruited staff members • Must be knowledgeable of daily food and beverage operations • Must maintain a good relationship with vendors of Stelle restaurant • Must be able to schedule staff according to hotel occupancy.

• Must be a team player • Must be able to motivate staff • Certified Master Sommelier or equivalent • High school diploma, some/all college • Been a successful salesman in the previous restaurants you have worked, worked with wine lists that cover all the regions represented in our wine list. (United States, South America, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Europe) and have a education as Sommelier Salary: 36,000.00 per annum *Financial Director To direct the resort’s accounting and financial management functions. To provide timely and meaningful information to the general manager and management team with regard to the resort’s financial performance. To proactively lead cost containment efforts, revenue enhancement, profit improvement opportunities and safeguarding of the company’s assets. 10 years’ experience in a luxury resort environment with minimum 5 years managing an accounting functions within a luxury resort/hotel environment. Thorough knowledge of condo resort accounting, strata management, payroll and IT. Proficiency in MS Office, Opera PMS and Data Plus financial management system. Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field, or equivalent combination of experience and education. MBA, CPA or ACA designation essential. Essential Duties: Plan, develop, implement, direct and regularly evaluate the resort’s financial functions and performance. Participate in short- and long-range strategic financial planning and regularly evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of plans.

Prepare, analyze, interpret and communicate financial results to General Manager and the management team. Maintain proper and complete financial records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, ensuring that resort accounts, records and transactions are accurate and correct at all times. Safeguard the resort’s assets by establishing, monitoring and enforcing internal controls.

Provide financial management tools that assist management with planning, forecasting and maximizing financial performance. Compile budgets, forecasts, financial reports and financial trends. Optimize bank and deposit relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash position. Keep GM informed at all times of cash position. To ensure that the established controls and procedures in respect to the controller’s areas of responsibility are being complied with at all times.

Assists with developing Strata budget and manages Strata Costs. Exercise general supervision over the accounting team and related functions (A/P, A/R, payroll, etc).

Communicate a clear and concise message regarding department goals to produce desired results. Coordinate audit process and organize information required by

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outside examiners/auditors. Keep owners and executives informed, and provide timely response to queries from the same. Develop, implement and enforce policies and procedures that improve the financial operation and effectiveness of the resort. Ensure that there are, at all times, proper procedures and controls for cashiers, purchasing, receiving, stores and requisitioning, and that the same are enforced. Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for accounting department. Protect confidential data and restrict communications of same only to authorized persons. Perform other duties as directed by the General Manager or any other authorized executive.

Salary Range: 75k – 80k per annum *Housekeeping Supervisor - Works with Room Attendants to ensure guest rooms and public areas are maintained to luxury standards. Assists in assigning staff daily tasks according to occupancy. Inspects work and coaches to develop consistent skills, assists in inventory and reporting. At least 2 years experience as luxury resort room attendant and supervisory experience preferred. PC skills required, Opera preferred, must have exceptional attention to detail and consistency in adhering to luxury standards. Salary Range: $20k-$ 25k *Resort Executive Chef - An executive chef will train and manage kitchen personnel and supervise/coordinate all related culinary activities; estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food; select and develop recipes; standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality; establish presentation technique and quality standards; plan and price menus; ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance; and ensure proper safety and sanitation in the kitchen.

The Chef must have the ability to manage in a diverse environment with focus on client and customer service is essential to success in this role. Previous experience with control food and labor cost, demonstration cooking, menu development, and pricing and development of culinary team preferred. The ideal candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree or related culinary degree with eight or more years of industry and culinary management experience. Caribbean experience an asset.

Salary Range: $70k-$ 80k Executive Sous Chef - Accountable for overall success of the daily kitchen operations. Exhibits culinary talents by personally performing tasks while leading the staff and managing all food related functions. Works to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget.

Supervises all kitchen areas to ensure a consistent, high quality product is produced. Responsible for guiding and developing staff including direct reports.

Must ensure sanitation and food standards are achieved. Salary Range: $30k-$36k Positions with * are currently being held by a work permit holder. Interested applicants can contact our Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm on (649)941-7555. E- Mail cover letter outlining your interest and supporting experience in a particular position along with your Resume or C.V. to hr@wymara.com

spices etc.)

Follow the guidance of the executive or sous chef and have input in new ways of presentation or dishes, Put effort in optimizing the cooking process with attention to speed and quality Enforce strict health and hygiene standards, Help to maintain a climate of smooth and friendly cooperation; SOUS CHEF Job Summary Will be second in command in our kitchen, following the Executive Chef ’s specifications and guidelines. The successful candidate will employ his/ her culinary and managerial skills in order to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the Resort’s guest’s satisfaction.

Responsibilities  Help in the preparation and design of all food and drinks menus  Ensure the kitchen operates in a timely manner that meets the Resort’s quality standards  Fill in for the Executive Chef in planning and directing food preparation when necessary Requirements  6 years’ experience as a Sous Chef  Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures  Excellent record of kitchen and staff management  Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)  BS degree in Culinary science or related certificate would be a plus CHEF DE PARTIE Job Summary Will be second in command in our kitchen, following the Executive Chef ’s specifications and guidelines. The successful candidate will employ his/ her culinary skills in order to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the Resort’s guest’s satisfaction Responsibilities Prepare menus in collaboration with Executive Chef, Ensure adequacy of supplies at the cooking stations Prepare ingredients that should be frequently available (vegetables,

Requirements Proven experience in a Chef de Partie role, Excellent use of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and processes, Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure, Knowledge of best cooking practices FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER Job Summary  Manage all F&B and day-to-day operations within budgeted guidelines and to the highest standards  Preserve excellent levels of internal and external customer service  Design exceptional menus and purchase goods, Identify customer’s needs and respond proactively to all of their concerns  Lead F&B team by attracting, recruiting, training and appraising talented personnel  Comply with all health and safety regulations Qualifications  Proven food and beverage management experience  Working knowledge of various computer software programs  Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently  Mastery in delegating multiple tasks  Ability to manage personnel and meet financial targets  Guest-oriented and service-minded  Culinary school diploma or degree in food service management or related field __________________________________________________________ Please note that all applications must be submitted with a valid police record, and copies of all educational certifications. Applicants must be willing to relocate and live in South Caicos. Only suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview. Interested Applicants should send their resumes to info@saunders.tc or 649-941-4533 Salary Commensurate with experience. One (1) of the positions is currently held by a Work Permit Holder

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WATERLOO HOTEL MANAGEMENT LTD Alexandra Resort, Blue Haven Resort & Marina and the Beach House We are seeking to employ, suitably qualified and experienced hospitality professionals in the positions listed below. Our ideal candidate should have an outstanding command of the English language, written and oral, strong communication and excellent customer service skills. Salary for these positions will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

DIRECTOR OF SECURITY Role and Responsibilities •Research, develop, recommend, and implement safety, security and emergency procedures.

•Act as a liaison between hotel and any governmental agencies such as police, fire and any safety regulatory bodies.

•Liaise with other departments, tenants and guests, ensuring understanding and implementation of security and fire safety procedures.

•Provide secure and proper safety measures on the sounding of the Fire Alarm; Supervise fire alarm tests and the checking of extinguishers and hose boxes.

•Report all concerns, policy non-compliances, and irregularities to the resorts General Managers.

•Ensures that an investigation and report is made on incidents such as theft, loss or accidents involving office tenants, employees or hotel guests.

•Co-ordinates Safety & Security during construction periods in building.

•Arranges security detail for visiting VIP’s and special events.

•Maintain key control for entire building.

•Monitor hotel facilities regularly on a 24 hour basis through coordinated walk throughs and camera surveillance system.

•Maintain warm, hospitable guest relations in all guest contact situations; Follow-up on guests who need special attention.

•Ensure that all incidents are properly reported and that all incidents are fully investigated.

•Coordinate investigation of all criminal acts, or any losses incurred by guests, patrons, staff, and the company in order to determine those responsible and proceed with any necessary prosecution/recover of losses.

•To act as the Occupational Health & Safety program coordinator. As a management representative actively participates in all Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings.

•Conduct regular and irregular inspections of the hotel property in order to ensure that the safety of the guests, staff, and hotel physical plant are not being compromised by potentially dangerous situations.

•Assist the Director of Engineering in establishing and maintaining procedures to ensure that specific actions will take place in the event of an emergency.

•Ensure that all required checks, tests, and inspections are completed in a timely manner where required in order to ensure compliance with all code and regulation requirements and ensure that all records are properly maintained as required.

•Ensure that all staff is properly trained in emergency procedures and maintain an ongoing training/retraining program in order to ensure that all staff is familiar with procedures at all times.

•Maintain a high level of general concern for workplace safety, amongst all hotel staff through implementation of various policies and procedures.

•Maintain responsibility for payroll and scheduling of department staff.

•Complete regular staff appraisals for each staff member and conduct corrective interviews with staff where necessary.

Position requirements: •Five (5) or more years’ previous experience in a senior leadership role •Minimum requirements Associates Degree in Loss Prevention/Security Management •Strong background in All-inclusive loss prevention environment •Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required •Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities •Dynamic, enthusiastic, creative leader who thrives under pressure and can perform multiple functions and troubleshoot when need.

•Highly responsible & reliable with the ability to work well under pressure in fast paced environment.

•Ability to lead and work cohesively as part of a team •Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous always •Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES AND ENTERTAINMENT Role and Responsibilities •Direct the management of the daily operations of the Entertainment Department. Responsibilities include: •Manage the Stage Shows, Characters and Technical Services, to include goal setting, regular one-on-one meetings, professional development, and annual performance reviews.

•Lead the budgeting process for labor and for show production, including costumes, scenic, props, etc.

•Ensure that departmental policies are regularly reviewed and updated as needed, and that these policies are being followed.

•Lead the Entertainment team through the process, including gathering, understanding, and communicating the feedback of all concerned parties

on concepts, script writing, the creation of production timelines, costumes, scenery, and choreography.

•Set all show schedule dates and performance times in accordance with data regarding audience demand, traffic flow within the resorts, the operational needs of each production, and the need to provide entertainment throughout the course of each operating day.

•Regularly attend and evaluate show performances to ensure that quality and guest satisfaction is being maintained.

•Collaborate with the General Managers to determine the strategic direction for the WHML Entertainment Department, including developing new entertainment and special event offerings.

•Work with colleagues in the Marketing Department to conduct audience research activities with current and potential guests, and use the findings to evaluate current WHML Entertainment offerings and identify potential future new products.

•Create new initiatives for the WHML Characters that will elevate their exposure and availability to our guests. Utilize divisional and departmental strategic plans to identify upcoming opportunities, conduct market research, to benchmark character entertainment and identify gaps and opportunities within our own offerings.

•Gather all price quotes for construction, costumes, labor, and other related expenses for any potential new character experiences.

•Effectively communicate all new character initiatives to departmental employees.

•Provide operational support including but not limited to: working opening and closing rounds on duty for the Entertainment Department. serve on divisional and corporate committees as assigned.

Position requirements: •Ten (10) or more years’ previous experience in Entertainment, theatre production and resort activities in a senior leadership role •University or college degree, minimum associates degree related to field or its equivalent in experience •Certificates or diplomas in Production, Dance Theatre and Choreography • Strong background in All-inclusive hospitality environment •Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required •Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities •Dynamic, enthusiastic, creative leader who thrives under pressure and can perform multiple functions and troubleshoot when need.

•Highly responsible & reliable with the ability to work well under pressure in fast paced environment.

•Ability to lead and work cohesively as part of a team •Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times •Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays Compensation Range for these positions above will be $30,000 - $42,000 per annum and entry point will commensurate with experience and qualifications.

PAINTER Position Summary: •Washes, scrapes, sands, torches, and/or smooth interior and exterior surfaces prior to painting, varnishing, lacquering or applying other related materials.

•Cleans equipment, paint mixing area, and work area.

•Operates compressors, striping machines, sandblasters, spray equipment, and other small power equipment.

•Installs, repairs, and maintains drywall, wall texturing, and ceiling acoustic texturing.

•Operates heavy lift equipment including scissors, and boom swing stage to heights of 80 feet.

•Erects various types of scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach surfaces of work area for Painters and others.

•Applies paints, stains, surface preparatory materials, and undercoating materials to a variety of surfaces as instructed.

•Ability to work with minimal, or no supervision. Be honest, reliable and hardworking.

GARDENER To qualify for this position, you should be able to push/pull carts weighing up to 150 lbs. You must be able to ensure the cleanliness of all areas assigned, which may include, walls, floors, gardens and grounds. You must be able to stand for long periods of time and also have the ability to climb ladder several times each day.

Salary range for the line positions listed above is $6.50 to $8.00 per hour and will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Interested persons may contact our HR department Mon. – Fri. from 9am-3pm via telephone number 946-8054 or you may submit your resume with qualifications and experience to: cgibbons@wihl.com Please also submit a copy of your completed application to our local labor department.

Closing date ---- May 13th, 2017

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locations and conduct awareness marketing to raise the profile of TCI as an investment destination.

9. To develop and install a client relationship management and tracking systems from initial contact to aftercare.

10. To develop and manage a programme of legislation review and reform for various developmental programmes that encourage Inward Investment and seek opportunities for expansion and extension of Investment potential though various agreements.

11. To carry out any other related activities as deemed necessary by the Board as essential to the organisation.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS Education and qualifications:

Invest Turks and Caicos - Vacancy Job Title: Chief Executive Officer Reporting to: Board of Directors Location: Invest Turks and Caicos Offices - Providenciales Job Summary: The Chief Executive Officer is the chief executive of Invest Turks and Caicos and is responsible for the success of the organisation. Together with the Board, the incumbent is expected to lead the implementation of the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) Government’s economic development vision, attract significant investments to the various inhabited islands, oversee services for Micro, Small and Medium (MSME) businesses and support expanded sustainable development throughout the entire Turks and Caicos Islands. These investments will be expected to build a successful, sustainable economy and provide improved opportunities for employment and growth. As well, the Chief Executive Officer will be actively engaged through the Agency in supporting trade and small business development.

The Board has delegated responsibility for day to day management operations to the Chief Executive Officer and s/he has the authority to carry out those responsibilities in accordance with the direction and policies established by the Board. The incumbent will ensure that the organisation has motivated staff who produce positive results using international best practices. The position involves overseeing a staff of up to fifteen persons who are predominately highly trained investment professionals. The incumbent is expected to be a systems thinker who is customer-focused and goal-driven.

The Chief Executive is expected to be a strong leader who can develop a cohesive team within the organisation and across TCI to drive new investment to the country.

Key Objectives: 1. To manage the day to day operations of Invest TCI through planning, organising, coordinating, directing and controlling the functions of the Agency. This includes developing and implementing a rolling five-year Strategic Plan, complete with annual marketing plans and budgets; monitoring financial and operational performance; and ensuring that the organisation has a full complement of operating policies and procedures for both internal operations and for dealing with prospective investors and daily operations.

2. To facilitate the approval of qualified investment from existing applicants and “shovel ready” projects.

3. To ensure the development of an outstanding lead generation system, along with a strong due diligence programme, a market intelligence capacity, investor outreach and network maintenance and enhancement using international best practices.

4. To ensure the effective, efficient and economic use of human, financial andphysical resources.

5. To engage constructively with various government Ministries, other relevant organisations and agencies and the private sector, both locally and internationally to support quality investment projects and to market the country.

6. To generate significant foreign direct investment to the country and to support and encourage domestic investors to participate in the economy.

7. To generate significant domestic investment through various small business programmes, including the MSME programme and financial assistance provided to the Centre for Entrepreneurial Development (CED).

8. To lead investment promotion and trade missions to various

The preferred candidate should have a master’s degree in finance, business administration, economics or related field, from a recognised institution of higher learning and a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience or a combination of education and experience sufficient to meet the requirements of the position of CEO at Invest Turks and Caicos.

Experience and Knowledge: Minimum of ten (10) or more years of senior management experience at a public or private enterprise/company/agency engaged in investment development and/or promotion/marketing. Clear evidence of strong leadership skills, demonstrated management skills, track record of successful lead generation and marketing along with a proven ability to mentor and grow staff.

Skills: 1. Track record of excellence in current and previous employment.

2. Proven skills in investment promotion, strategic planning, project management and execution, especially as related to development projects.

3. Understanding of budgetary procedures and operational budget development/implementation.

4. Strong track record of leadership, sales success and investment facilitation.

5. Strong track record of staff management and successful programme/ projectimplementation.

6. Consistently displays integrity and model behavior.

7. Proven ability to motivate and develop teams/people.

8. Strong writing and presentational skills.

9. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills- innovative, creative and forward thinking 10. Adept in use of MS Office, particularly Powerpoint, Excel and Word, and ideally Access or similar database to basic level, internet and email.

Other Requirements: 1. Fluent English 2. Understanding of the social, economic, cultural and historical issues facing the TCI. 3. Commitment to travel by air, land and sea.

4. Qualified Turks and Caicos Islanders, either living in the TCI or abroad, are encouraged to apply.

5. Willingness to work outside normal office hours.

Salary and Allowances: Salary is in the range of $100,000 to $120,000, negotiable based on qualifications and experience. A standard set of benefits and allowances are additional.

Deadline Date for Applications The deadline date for applications is Friday, May 12, 2017 by 5:00pm Turks and Caicos time.

Application Procedure Interested persons should submit a resume, along with their contact information, cover letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page.

Applications can be submitted by courier or delivered directly to Invest Turks and Caicos at Unit 2D, Courtyard Plaza, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, prior to the deadline. The application should be addressed to The Chairman - Invest Turks and Caicos and envelopes should have the words “Chief Executive Officer” clearly marked on the front.

Alternatively, applications can be emailed to chairman@investturksandcaicos. tc The subject line in the email should read “Chief Executive Officer”.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Seeks a Domestic Worker in Grand Turk Salary $150 Per week Monday -Friday Please contact 649-243-7538

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Is seeking 2 Carpenters ($9.00 per hour) 1 Roofer ($8.50 per hour) 1 Domestic worker ($120.00 per week) 1 Housekeeper ($120.00 per week) 1 Mason ($8.00 per hour) 1 Painter ($9.00 per hour) 1 Labourer ($6.25 per hour) To work 5 days per week Contact

seeks 1 Carpenter With minimum 5 years’ experience and references Salary $8.00/hour 1 General Maintenance With experience and references Salary $7.00/hour for both: Must be willing to work 6 days per week Holiday and Week end Hardworking and reliable Contact during Office Hours 946 7437 or Email CV& Ref to ncc@tciway.tc

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NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER A live-in Nanny/House keeper is required for a family in Providenciales caring for two children under 3 years old Salary: $250/week plus accommodation and food provided.

Please send applications to Stanbrooks Law, 3rd Floor Raleigh House, Graceway Plaza, Providenciales.

WANTED

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Is seeking Hair Braider To work 6 days per week Salary $200 per week Contact # 244-7519 #461824

DOMESTIC WORKER

WANTED IN GRAND TURK

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Alonzo Malcolm is looking for a Labourer To work five days a week.

Salary $6.25 an hour.

Contact No. 332-0181.

Kirkley Parker Grand Turk Salary $125 per week 5 days per week Contact 246-2661

PRINCESS TAKE OUT located in North Caicos Seeks to employ a female Domestic worker.

Duties include household maintenance and barmaid.

Salary $800.00 monthly Belonger Application welcomed Kindly forward resumes and qualification to the below address copy to the Turks and Caicos Islands Labour Department and Immigration Board: Employment Department F Corporate & Management Services Limited Tel: 649-339-6275 Fax 649-941-4777 Email: oa@fcorporatemsl.com

SHORE EXCURSION OPERATOR, GRAND TURK Seeks a Driver Successful candidate must have excellent communication skills, professional attitude and be organized and reliable.

Must have a valid driving license with at least eight (8) years of driving experience. Must have basic mechanical understanding.

Wages commensurate with experience and skill level Please call 432 9956

Is seeking Hair Braider To work 6 days per week Salary $200 per week Contact # 244-7519 #461823

Location: Grand Turk Phone: 946 4300. Fax: 946-4322 Email: Is looking for a domestic worker admin@stanbrooks-law.com.

Paying: $6.25 per hour Interested person(s) Prospective Applicants who are Turks Islanders should send their please call 242-0192

CARLTON LEAROY

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WANTED IN GRAND TURK

Is seeking a Cleaner To work 5 days a week Salary $6.25 per hour Please Contact 244-2088

Is seeking Domestic Worker in Grand Turk To work 5 days per week Salary $8.00 per hour Contact#231-3116 #461839

Ansil Dabel is looking for a Domestic Worker To work five days a week Salary $6.25 an hour Please Contact 241-7780

LABOURER WANTED

Dennis Swann - Grand Turk Salary $6.25 per hour 6 days per week Contact 231-2172

applications to the Immigration Board.

Private family seeking fun, energetic therapist to work with 6 year old boy The ideal candidate must be reliable, trainable and enthusiastic.

This position is ideal for a recent high school graduate, a college student or individual with teaching experience.

Salary and hours of work are negotiable.

Interested persons should email:therapytci@gmail.com

Bernadette Fortunate Is seeking 1 Domestic Worker To work 6 days per week Salary$6.25 an hour Contact # 344-6571

MAY 6TH, 2017 – MAY 13TH, 2017

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CARIBBEAN NEWS

NEWS NEWS

Haiti’s Guy Philippe pleads guilty to accepting millions from cocaine smugglers

(from Miami Herald) Philippe wired $376,000 from Guy Philippe, an elected Haitian banks in Haiti and Ecuador to a senator and former police joint account with his wife, Natalie, commander who eluded capture at First Union in Miami. To avoid in Haiti for more than a decade, detection, Philippe used the pleaded guilty Monday in Miami names of others to wire the funds federal court to a drug-related, to his account, according to the money-laundering conspiracy statement signed by the defendant charge that could send him to and prosecutors Lynn Kirkpatrick prison for at least nine years. and Andy Camacho. Philippe

Philippe, arrested in also admitted he deposited more January, admitted he accepted than $70,000 into his account in a between $1.5 million and $3.5 series of transactions of less than million in cocaine profits from $10,000 to avoid federal reporting Colombian traffickers for allowing requirements. them to use Haiti to ship cocaine “Philippe cast aside his to Miami and other parts of the duty to protect and serve the United States between 1999 and people of Haiti,” said Benjamin G. 2003. The following year, Phillipe Greenberg, acting U.S. attorney gained widespread notoriety when for the Southern District of Florida. he led a revolt to oust Haiti’s “Instead, he abused his position president, Jean-Bertrand Aristide. of authority as a high-ranking

By pleading guilty, Haitian National Police Officer Philippe avoided the risk of to safeguard drug shipments a trial early next month with and launder illicit trafficking possible conviction on the main proceeds. The prosecution of drug-conspiracy charge — and those who abuse the public’s trust a potential life sentence. His to facilitate criminal conduct punishment will be up to U.S. remains a top priority for the U.S. District Judge Cecilia Altonaga, and our Haitian law enforcement who could give him a maximum allies.” sentence of 20 years at a hearing Philippe is the last highset for July 5. But under the federal profile defendant from a U.S. sentencing guidelines in his plea crackdown on cocaine smuggling agreement with prosecutors, through Haiti that yielded the Philippe, 49, faces between nine convictions of more than a dozen and 11 years in prison. drug traffickers, Haitian senior

“Given all that we have police officers and a former Haitian learned about the case, we believe senator. Among them: Beaudouin Mr. Philippe made the right “Jacques” Ketant, a Haitian narcodecision to resolve it,” defense trafficker who accused former attorney Alan Ross said outside President Aristide of turning a the courtroom. blind eye to the cocaine. Ketant,

Another defense attorney, initially sentenced to 27 years Zeljka Bozanic, who acknowledged in a U.S. prison, was deported to the difficulty of going to trial more Haiti in 2015 when his term was than a decade after Philippe’s cut in half after assisting federal indictment in 2005, said the plea prosecutors in their probe. allows him to avoid serving a life For more than a decade, sentence. federal agents, in collaboration

“He’s a very, very smart with the Haiti National Police, guy, and I wish him good luck in made at least 10 attempts to arrest politics,” Bozanic said outside Philippe: setting up checkpoints, the federal courthouse. “I hope paying informants, launching that he’s able to run again and I a U.S. military operation and believe that he will still have a pursuing him in a foot chase only lot of support from a lot of people, to lose him in dense vegetation. despite what happened here. ...

Before striking his plea And I believe people will be able agreement, Philippe had insisted to understand much more at some that as an elected Haitian senator, later time.” he could not be charged by U.S. Philippe, who authorities. He also claimed that unsuccessfully ran for president his Jan. 5 arrest by U.S. Drug in 2006, was elected in November Enforcement Administration to a six-year Senate term. His seat agents amounted to kidnapping. has remained empty until the But Altonaga, the federal resolution of his criminal case in judge, ruled last month that he Miami. was not protected by sovereign

According to a statement immunity because he had not been filed with his plea deal, Philippe sworn in before his arrest outside admitted that he not only shared a Port-au-Prince radio station. the bribes from narco-traffickers After that major setback, Philippe, with fellow officers in the Haitian who initially pleaded not guilty, National Police, but he also wired struck a deal with the U.S. hundreds of thousands of dollars attorney’s office. to the United States to buy a home Philippe’s change of plea has in Broward County and support rattled some Haitian lawmakers his family. and supporters who have

Philippe admitted he accepted between $1.5 million and $3.5 million publicly protested his arrest and extradition.

Supporters have demonstrated against his arrest in his western Haiti hometown of Pestel, in front of the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince and in front of the Miami federal courthouse during his January court appearance, wearing “Free Guy Philippe” T-shirts. On Monday, however, only two attended his change of plea hearing in a nearly empty courtroom.

“We were expecting a big crowd,” a court employee was overheard saying before a smiling Philippe walked into the courtroom in a khaki-colored jail uniform at 2:18 p.m, his hands and feet shackled.

Not even Philippe’s U.S. citizen wife, Natalie, who had helped her husband wage a public relations campaign proclaiming his innocence, was present. The only support came from a cousin, Pierre Papillon and his daughter, Cassandre.

After the judge announced Philippe’s guilty plea, both cried.

“I wasn’t expecting this,” said Pierre Papillon, who said he had not spoken to Philippe prior to his change of plea. “I thought he would maintain his not guilty plea and be freed.”

`Still, Papillon said he was resigned to idea of the guilty plea. “He’s a fighter, and he knows how to fight. I supposed he saw what was best for him.”

Cassandre Papillon said she had hoped to see the case resolved Monday. Instead, she and others will have to wait until July 5 to learn Philippe’s sentence.

“He’s been sitting here since January and now he has to wait until July,” she said, wiping tears away from her eyes. “It’s a little absurd and I think it’s too much. We just want him to go back home.”

Hubert Ingraham says The Bahamas Treasury is broke

FORMER Prime Minister of The Bahamas Hubert Ingraham said no matter which party is elected to office on May 10, the government will be unable to give police officers overtime pay on May 29 as promised by Prime Minister Perry Christie because “the money ain’ there” in the Public Treasury.

According to the Tribune newspaper, he also told supporters that if the Free National Movement (FNM) wins the election, one of the first things it will have to do is “borrow tens of millions of dollars to pay bills that the PLP government is now unable to pay” and thus will not be able to fulfil some of its campaign promises right away.

Ingraham also accused the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) of trying to censor the FNM, by not allowing the opposition party to hold rallies on Clifford Park or broadcast these events on ZNS. He also again raised the allegation that more than $800,000 was recently stolen from the Ministry of Finance, suggesting that theft was widespread in the public sector.

“You know after years of fighting the Police (Staff) Association . . . and ignoring the court order, they finally agreed that they are going to pay overtime to the police,” Mr Ingraham told supporters at a rally in South Abaco.

“Unfortunately they ain’ ga be around when they say they going to pay. They said they going to pay on the 28th or the 29th of May, well they ga be gone long time by then.

“And so the police officers and the defence force officers and all others who are voting (today) be assured that the FNM will honour the judgment of the court.

“And speaking for myself, there is no way that either the FNM or the PLP going to be able to pay you on the 28th or 29th of May. The Treasury ain’t got that money. They money ain’t there. Don’t let nobody lie to you.”

Last week, Mr Christie announced the government would finally give police officers overtime pay due for 12-hour shifts worked in 2013 and 2014. He said the first payment would come on May 29 and the second in the next budget cycle.

Mr Ingraham also responded to the Ministry of Finance’s statement issued yesterday, calling on him to provide information to police on his allegation Monday that more than $800,000 had been stolen from the ministry.

“They got the information,” he said. “They want know what I know.”

He added: “Do you believe the police will be motivated to investigate this allegation eight days before the general election when in the meantime they have yet to deal with the multiple reports on the allegations of abuse in government department?”

He referred to several outstanding investigations or unresolved allegations from Auditor General Terrance Bastian over the past few years which have faded from headlines and questioned if anything ever came of these matters, including $700,000 in cash and cheques not deposited on the Department of Customs’ bank account in Abaco.

This matter was first reported in 2014.

And while he has shied away in the past from publicly endorsing his successor, Mr Ingraham defended FNM Leader Dr Hubert Minnis from attacks.

On Monday, Mr Christie called Dr Minnis “weak” and the most “unprepared” candidate to ever vie to be prime minister.

In response, Mr Ingraham said: “We all have a season. My season ended. Perry’s season will end next week. Dr Minnis has good business acumen, he is in his early 60s, he is physically fit - not like me and Perry. He is focused and he is determined. He has put together a good team to form the next government of the Bahamas.”

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CARIBBEAN NEWS

Carnival building $100million cruise port in East Grand Bahama

NASSAU, Bahamas – The “its Shore Project will create a new Bahamas government has signed ‘destination’ with a distinctive flavour an agreement with Carnival and characteristics that offer the Cruise Lines for the construction broadest Bahamian entrepreneurial employment opportunities, of a multi-million dollar cruise port and and destination in Eastern Grand representing another phase in the Bahama that Prime Minister Perry development of Grand Bahama, as a Christie said would stir economic viable tourist centre”.

He said in addition, activities in the country.

“Carnival has agreed to Carnival has also agreed to provide engage Bahamians in every aspect employment to qualified Bahamians of construction and development as crew members on board the of the new cruise port, valued corporation’s cruise ships, with at US$100 million dollars, with positions commensurate to their added emphasis on Bahamian qualifications and certifications.

Christie said that Carnival participation in the supply and sales of products and services, including currently commands 60 per cent retail, entertainment, art & craft, of the global cruise industry of 24 food production, sports and fitness,” million passengers of which 12 Christie told the ceremony. million originate from the United

He said the new cruise port States and Canada. initiative in East Grand Bahama “Not only is passenger will deliver a cruise port in the growth on the rise, the industry is traditional sense, but more than that, diversifying – moving from mere

Election petitions in St. Vincent

KINGSTOWN, St. Vincent – The ruling Unity Labour Party (ULP) government of Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves and the main opposition New Democratic Party (NDP) says they are confident of victory as the High Court begins hearing two election petitions on Tuesday.

The petitions, filed by the NDP, were given a new lease on life when the Court of Appeal ruled on March 7 that High Court judge, Justice Brian Cottle showed apparent bias in his decision to throw out them out last June.

The NDP is challenging the results of the December 9, 2015 general elections in the constituencies of Central Leeward and North Windward. The ULP won the general election taking control of the 15-member Parliament by a single seat.

The NDP, citing irregularities, is asking the court

to overturn the results and declare its candidates, Ben Exeter and Lauron Baptiste as the winners or to order fresh elections in those two constituencies.

The government, however, is arguing that the petitions were improperly filed and has asked the court to dismiss them.

But the NDP has countered saying that the application by the respondents is also not properly before the court.

High Court judge Justice Esco Henry will hear arguments from both sides on Tuesday and Thursday and political observers note that a ruling in favour of the opposition could lead to the collapse of the Gonsalves administration.

The matter is not expected to end with Justice Henry’s ruling as both sides, despite indicating their confidence in securing victory, have also signalled their intention to appeal.

distribution to development of new destinations to retain strong market share and industry capture.

“In 2017 international cruise lines offered cruise ports on a total of seven (7) private islands and The Bahamas, as an archipelago, is ideally suited and positioned to capture the lion’s share of this business and capitalize on its economic benefits.”

Christie said that the new cruise port development will encompass multiple projects inclusive of construction of the channel, docks, water taxi and work boat piers, berthing platforms, seawalls and turning basin to accommodate two super post Panamex Ships.

He said the expansive Shore Project will comprise a 20-bed hotel, an 18-hole miniature golf course, restaurants, food and beverage pavilions, shops, nightclubs, amphitheatre, aquatic and other

recreational and sporting facilities as well as pedestrian and cycling trails. There will also be interactive amenities, such as stingray and dolphin encounters, animal exhibitions and petting zoo.

“The projected impact of Carnival’s cruise port on employment cannot be overstated. Bahamian entrepreneurs operating at the new port will need to draw on wide range of local vendors such as subcontractors, architects, landscapers, tradesmen, technicians, security, marine specialists, retail workers and other service specialists.

“We are nearing completion on a number of other initiatives that will bring stability and economic certainty to the lives of Grand Bahama’s residents and will enable its current and potential investors to view Grand Bahama with confidence,” Christie added.

Dudus’ brother shot in West Kingston

KINGSTON, Jamaica, May 1, CMC. – The police have tightened security in sections of West Kingston following Sunday’s shooting of Leighton “Livity” Coke, the brother of jailed West Kingston former drug lord Christopher “Dudus” Coke.

The police said that Livity and a female companion were shot by a gunman early Sunday as they walked along a road in the central parish of St. Catherine.

They were both rushed to hospital where Coke is in stable but the woman is in critical condition.

Shortly after the incident, the police high command rushed to dispel rumours that Coke had died and urged residents of West

Kingston to remain calm.

The police, along with the military have put measures in place to prevent an outbreak of gun violence particularly among rival gangs in West Kingston.

Coke, also a wellknown figure in this section of downtown Kingston, was freed of firearm related changes in 2012 after he was accused of firing at the security forces during the May 2010 policemilitary operations in West Kingston to apprehend his brother “Dudus”.

Christopher Coke was held one month after the operation and later extradited to the United States where he is now serving a 23 year prison sentence.

Increased activity in Caribbean underwater volcano being monitored

GEORGE’S, Grenada – The National Disaster Management Agency is monitoring an increase in activities taking place at Kick ‘em Jenny, the region’s only submarine volcano located between Grenada and the Grenadine island of Carriacou.

In a release early Sunday, the disaster agency said it has been advised of the increase in activity by

the Seismic Research Centre (SRC) of the University of the West Indies (UWI).

“The UWI/SRC recorded a high amplitude signal, lasting about 25 seconds, on one of the Grenada stations.

The signal was also recorded on a station in Montserrat.

This signal follows an increase in the number of background events associated with the Kick-‘em-Jenny

volcano,” said the release which confirmed that persons in the St. Patrick’s area have reported feeling tremors.”

As a result, the alert level is now on yellow and sea users and ships have been warned to stay away from vicinity of the submarine volcano.

“In light of the ongoing we are advising all sea users that

the 5km (3.1 miles) exclusion zone of Kick ‘em Jenny be strictly observed. The SRC has advised that heightened alert is necessary for the exclusion zone,” the release added.

A yellow alert means the volcano is restless; seismicity and/ or fumarolic activity are above the historical level or other unusual activity has been observed or can be expected without warning.

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CARIBBEAN NEWS

CIBC FirstCaribbean’s mobile banking app named best in the region

Less than a year after its launch, CIBC FirstCaribbean’s mobile banking app has been named best in the region.

The regional bank’s credit card products were also named best in the region by International Finance Magazine (IFM) in its International Finance Awards for 2017.

The International Finance Awards recognize and honor individuals and organizations in the international finance industry and celebrates the highest standards of innovation and performance. The awards highlight those who make a contribution to raising the bar in the financial industry.

This year’s winners will be honored at a gala event and presentation ceremony in Dubai. The ceremony brings together a Who’s Who of the international finance community together under one roof.

“We are delighted to have won these two prestigious awards,” said Trevor Torzsas, the bank’s Managing

Trevor Torzsas, CIBC FirstCaribbean’s Managing Director, Cards and Customer Relationship Management Director, Cards and Customer Relationship Management under whose portfolio the winning products fall.

“These awards are a fitting tribute to the hard work of our dedicated team of client-focused professionals whose daily mission is to provide our clients with excellent

COTA launches fifth Essay Competition

The Caribbean Organisation of Tax Administrators (COTA) launched its Fifth Essay Competition for secondary school students on 3 April, 2017.

The topic for the Competition is – ‘If I were the Head of my country’s Tax Administration, what would I do to increase tax revenues to fund the Government’s development programmes?’

This year’s competition targets students between the ages of 14 and 15 from all Members of COTA. Participating tax administrations include The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Montserrat, Saint Lucia, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname and Turks and Caicos Islands. The competition is aimed at stimulating broad interest in taxation matters. It seeks to encourage youth to become knowledgeable about the tax administration function as potential taxpayers and decision makers in the private and public spheres, as well as engender an interest in this field as a career choice.

Prizes will be awarded to the three (3) students who have submitted the best essays at the regional level as well as to the schools which the winners attend. This year the prizes are: First Prize – US$1,000 and a Trophy, Second Prize – US$700 and Third Prize – US$500.

The closing date for the submission of entries to the national Tax Administration Agencies is 15 May, 2017, and the winners will be announced at the COTA’s Twenty-Fourth General Assembly and Technical Conference scheduled to be held in St. Kitts and Nevis in July, 2017.

The aim of COTA is to foster collaboration and experience-sharing among tax administrations in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) towards efficient and enhanced revenue generation for national development.

Tax administrations in all CARICOM Member States and Associate Members are members of COTA.

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CIBC FirstCaribbean is the largest, regionally-listed bank in the English and Dutch speaking Caribbean serving over 400 000 customers in 17 markets, through approximately 2,700 staff, across 100 branches and offices.

Bahamian organisers of Fyre Festival Hit With $100 Million Lawsuit

The fallout from the disastrous Fyre Festival continued on Sunday when attorney Mark Geragos filed a proposed $100 million classaction lawsuit against organizers on behalf of client Daniel Jung.

According to ABC News, the suit accused organizers of fraud, citing the fest’s “lack of adequate food, water, shelter, and medical care created a dangerous and panicked situation among attendees - suddenly finding themselves stranded on a remote island without basic provisions.”

The event, which was advertised as a two-weekend luxury getaway on a private Caribbean island with highend food and accommodations, attendance by supermodel such as Bella Hadid and Emily Ratajkowski and sets from G.O.O.D. Music’s Tyga, Desiigner and Pusha T, as well as Blink-182, Disclosure, Major Lazer and more fell into chaos on Thursday at early arrivers realized that the festival grounds were not as advertised.

The suit filed by Jung on behalf of himself and all the other festival attendees, claimed that the festival -- promoted by rapper Ja Rule and businessman Billy McFarland -- was more like “The Hunger Games” or “Lord of the Flies” than Coachella.”

Upon arrival, attendees found an unfinished festival site, which officials put on lockdown over the weekend because, according to the island’s tourism ministry, Rule (born Jeffrey Atkins) and McFarland had allegedly failed

to pay customs duty taxes on the ocean, and rap music. This items imported to the island for unique combination of interests the weekend. led them to the idea that,

In a statement released through their combined passions, on Sunday by Geragos, the they could create a new type of lawyer claimed that Fyre music festival and experience on organizers “need to step a remote island. up and make this right but They simply weren’t unfortunately, the opposite has ready for what happened next, occurred.” Though Rule has been or how big this thing would get. adamant that he and McFarland They started by making a website intended to provide an upscale and launching a viral campaign. experience for ticket buyers who Ja helped book talent, and they spent anywhere from $4,000 to had hundreds of local Bahamians $100,000 for tickets, Geragos join in the effort. Suddenly, they took shots at them, claiming found themselves transforming a Fyre was “nothing more than small island and trying to build a get-rich-quick scam from the a festival. Thousands of people very beginning,” intended to wanted to come. They were “fleece attendees for hundreds of excited, but then the roadblocks millions of dollars by inducing started popping up. them to fly to a remote island As amazing as the without food, shelter or water islands are, the infrastructure - and without regard to what for a festival of this magnitude might happen to them after that.” needed to be built from the ground

In addition, the suit up. So, we decided to literally notes that after the situation attempt to build a city. We set up broke down concertgoers were water and waste management, left stranded without money brought an ambulance from New to pay for basic transportation York, and chartered 737 planes to because Fyre was organized as shuttle our guests via 12 flights a a cashless event with money day from Miami. We thought we uploaded to a wristband. The suit were ready, but then everyone was filed in the Central District arrived. of California and ti asserts claims The team was of fraud, breach of contract, overwhelmed. The airport was breach of covenant of good faith, jam packed. The buses couldn’t and negligent misrepresentation. handle the load. And the wind Ja Rule and McFarland, as well from rough weather took down as the Delaware-based Fyre half of the tents on the morning Media are named as defendants. our guests were scheduled to Geragos could not be reached for arrive. This is an unacceptable comment at press time. guest experience and the Fyre

“Billy McFarland and Ja team takes full responsibility for Rule started a partnership over the issues that occurred.” a mutual interest in technology,

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U.S. House repeals Obamacare; Macron cements bid bill faces higher hurdles in Senate for French presidency after bitter TV debate

The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved a bill to repeal Obamacare on Thursday, handing Republican President Donald Trump a victory that could prove short-lived as the healthcare legislation heads into a likely tough battle in the Senate.

The vote to repeal former President Barack Obama’s signature domestic achievement, which enabled 20 million more Americans to get health insurance, was Trump’s biggest legislative win since he took office in January, putting him on a path to fulfilling one of his key campaign promises as well as a seven-year quest by Republican lawmakers.

With the 217-213 vote, Republicans obtained just enough support to push the legislation through the House, sending it to the Senate for consideration. No Democrats voted for the bill.

The legislation is by no means sure thing in the Senate, where the Republicans hold a slender 52-seat majority in the 100-seat chamber and where only a few Republican defections could sink it.

Despite holding the White House and controlling both houses of Congress, Republicans have found that overturning Obamacare is politically fraught, in part because of voter fears that many people will lose their health insurance as a result. Republicans have long criticized Obamacare as government overreach.

As Republicans crossed over the vote threshold to pass the bill, Democrats in the House began singing “Na na, na na na na, hey hey hey, goodbye,” a rowdy suggestion that Republicans will lose seats in the 2018 midterm elections because of their vote.

TRUMP CELEBRATES

Within an hour of the vote, Trump celebrated with House lawmakers in the White House Rose Garden.

“I went through two years of campaigning and I’m telling you, no matter where I went, people were suffering so badly with the ravages of Obamacare,” Trump said. “We are going to get this passed through the Senate. I am so confident.”

While the bill’s fate in the Senate is uncertain, its House passage could boost Trump’s hopes of pushing through other big ticket items on his agenda, such as tax reform.

The failure of two

The floor of the U.S. House chamber is shown in this video grab as the House of Representatives voted on the American Healthcare Act, to repeal major parts of Obamacare and replace it with the Republican healthcare plan, on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S., May 4, 2017 previous efforts on the healthcare opposed the Republican bill. Many legislation had raised questions said last-minute amendments about how much Republicans further eroded protection for the could work together to help Trump most vulnerable groups, including fulfill his campaign pledges. the sick and elderly.

“Anything that they (the Republicans) get done, that they PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS accomplish, popular or unpopular, will show that they have the ability The treatment of people to make progress and to get things with “pre-existing” conditions was done and work together,” said one of the central issues in the Randy Frederick, vice president House debate on the bill and is trading and derivatives at Charles sure to resurface in the Senate.

Schwab in Austin, Texas.

Obamacare prevented

“This puts the idea of tax insurers from charging those with reform a little bit closer to reality, pre-existing conditions higher simply because it’s shown that rates, a common practice before its they have figured out a way to implementation. It also required negotiate and work together,” he them to cover 10 essential health added. benefits such as maternity care

Obama’s 2010 Affordable and prescription drugs.

Care Act expanded Medicaid, the The Republican bill passed government insurance program on Thursday would allow states to for the poor, provided income- opt out of those provisions. While based tax credits to help the insurers could not deny people poor buy insurance on individual insurance because of pre-existing insurance markets set up by the conditions, they would be allowed law, and required everyone to buy to charge them as much as they insurance or pay a penalty. want.

Republicans have blamed In an analysis released on it for driving up healthcare costs Thursday, healthcare consultancy and have argued that it has since and research firm Avalere Health failed. said the Republican bill would

The Republican bill, cover only 5 percent of enrollees called the American Health with pre-existing conditions in the Care Act, would repeal most individual insurance markets.

Obamacare taxes, which paid for Republicans have argued the law, roll back the Medicaid that their bill would give people expansion and slash the program’s more choice and reduce the role of funding, repeal the penalty for not government. purchasing insurance and replace Democrats blasted the bill, the law’s tax credits with flat age- saying it would make insurance based credits. unaffordable for those who need

In a sign of the challenges it most and would leave millions ahead for the legislation, nearly more uninsured. They also accused every major medical group, Republicans of seeking tax cuts for including the American Medical the rich, partly paid for by cutting Association, American Hospital health benefits.

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Emmanuel Macron

Independent centrist candidate Emmanuel Macron appeared to cement his position as favorite for the French presidency on Thursday as the dust settled on a rancorous final televised debate with far-right rival Marine Le Pen.

Three days before the final round of France’s most important election in decades, the premium investors demand to hold French bonds over German ones reached its narrowest point in six months, reflecting perceptions that Le Pen, the markets’ nightmare scenario as French president, had missed her last chance to unseat Macron.

At stake are two diametrically opposed views of Europe and France’s place in the world. Le Pen would close borders and quit the euro currency while Macron wants closer European cooperation and an open economy.

According to a snap poll by Elabe for BFMTV, 63 percent of viewers found Macron the more convincing of the two candidates in Wednesday night’s debate, reinforcing his status as favorite to move into the Elysee Palace.

A second poll by Harris Interactive found that 42 percent of people found the 39-year-old Macron more compelling in the debate, during which the candidates traded barbs over the economy, the euro and how to combat terrorism.

Twenty-six percent found Le Pen, 48, more persuasive, while 31 percent chose neither candidate, Harris said.

And on Thursday, a survey of voting intentions by Ifop-Fiducial showed Macron extending his lead over Le Pen to 61-39 percent from 60-40 the previous day.

The first poll on the June parliamentary election, published on Wednesday, showed Macron’s year-old En Marche! (Onwards!) movement also set to emerge as the largest party in parliament, suggesting he would be able to push through his program.

“In France, we still talk about tail risk but that appears to be subsiding after the TV debate,” said Commerzbank rates strategist David Schnautz.

Meanwhile, the rancour, accusations and counteraccusations of Wednesday night’s two-and-a-halfhour debate between the two candidates continued into Thursday.

The French prosecutor’s office launched an investigation into the Macron camp’s complaint that fake news was being spread to influence voting.

Macron had earlier denied allegations that he used a foreign tax haven as claimed on social media and referred to by Le Pen during the debate. He accused her of spreading lies.

Separately, Le Pen’s campaign issued a statement saying its web site had been regularly attacked by hackers throughout the election race and that it had filed a complaint with the police.

But signs that Macron was more firmly in the driving seat than ever pervaded the day.

Le Pen’s niece, Marion Marechal-Le Pen, a National Front lawmaker, said in an interview with L’Opinion magazine and financial website Boursorama that if Le Pen won more than 40 percent of Sunday’s vote it would be “an enormous victory” that would position the party “as the only real, credible opposition.”

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Clinton blames Russia, FBI chief for 2016 election loss

Hillary Clinton emerged which were allegedly stolen by Russian was on the ballot.” from political hibernation Tuesday by hackers, and Comey’s Oct. 28 letter to

But then Clinton went on to declaring herself “part of the resistance” Congress that he had reopened the blame Comey and the Russian hack of to Donald Trump’s presidency — and bureau’s investigation into her use of Podesta’s emails for her loss. “There spreading blame for why it is not her a private email server. was a lot of funny business going on,” sitting in the Oval Office.

“I was on the way to winning she said.

Making a rare public until the combination of Jim Comey’s

Clinton added that she would appearance, Clinton attributed her letter on October 28 and Russian detail her mistakes in her forthcoming surprise loss in the 2016 election to WikiLeaks raised doubts in the minds book. “You’ll read my confession and interference by Russian hackers and of people who were inclined to vote my request for absolution,” she said the actions of FBI Director James B. for me but got scared off — and the with a touch of sarcasm.

Comey in the campaign’s homestretch. evidence for that intervening event is,

Robert Shrum, a Democratic

“If the election had been on I think, compelling [and] persuasive,” strategist who advised two losing October 27, I would be your president,” Clinton said. presidential nominees, Al Gore and Clinton told moderator Christiane On Nov. 6, two days before John F. Kerry, said Clinton is not Amanpour, the CNN anchor, at a the election, Comey wrote again to applying enough weight to her own Women for Women International event Congress saying that the FBI had Hillary Clinton speaks during the Women for failures, especially her economic in New York. found no new evidence to change its Women International luncheon in New York message, in analyzing her loss.

Clinton stated broadly conclusion that Clinton should not “Perhaps Trump just ran a great “I have a measure of real that she takes “absolute personal face criminal charges. campaign?” sympathy, but it is also true that responsibility” for her failure to win Clinton talked about “the When Amanpour asked you can’t just blame the things that the White House. Yet the Democratic unprecedented interference, including whether Clinton thought misogyny happened to you,” Shrum said. “Part nominee declined to fault her strategy from a foreign power whose leader is not contributed to her loss as the first of credibility here begins with saying, or message, nor did she acknowledge a member of my fan club” — referring female presidential nominee, Clinton ‘These were things that happened her own weak¬nesses as a campaigner to Russian President Vladi¬mir Putin, said, “Yes, I do think it played a role.” to me that really hurt and could’ve or the struggles by her and her with whom she tangled as secretary She added that sexism “is very much cost me the election, but there were advisers to at first comprehend and of state. In a pair of tweets Tuesday a part of the landscape politically and decisions I wish I made differently as then respond to the angry mood of evening, Trump responded to Clinton’s socially and economically.” well.’ ” broad swaths of the electorate. claim that Comey’s statements had a Amanpour tried to draw out Losing a close presidential

Instead, Clinton attributed role in her defeat, writing that the FBI self-reflection from Clinton. race can be devastating, and even her defeat to a range of external ¬forces, director “was the best thing that ever “He had one message, your traumatic, for a politician who long including saying she was a victim of happened to Hillary Clinton in that opponent, and it was a successful aspired to the office. After his 2000 misogyny and of “false equivalency” in he gave her a free pass for many bad message: ‘Make America great again,’ ” defeat, Gore grew a beard and gained the news media. deeds!”

Amanpour said of Trump. “Where weight. Following his 2012 drubbing,

Clinton said she was confident “The phony … Trump/Russia was your message? Do you take any Republican Mitt Romney retreated that she was on track to winning the story was an excuse used by the personal responsibility?” into seclusion in La Jolla, Calif., where election until two things reversed her Democrats as justification for losing “I take absolute personal he was spotted pumping his own gas, momentum: the release of campaign the election,” the president wrote, responsibility,” Clinton said. “I was with his hair preternaturally flopping chairman John Podesta’s emails, before posing a rhetorical question: the candidate. I was the person who over his forehead.

FBI’s Comey defends Clinton email probe announcement, but feels ‘nauseous’

FBI Director James Comey said on Wednesday it made him “mildly nauseous” to think his announcement of the reopening of an investigation into Hillary Clinton’s emails affected the 2016 presidential election, but he had no regrets and would make the same decision again.

In four hours of testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee, Comey delivered his most impassioned defense yet of a decision that many Democrats believe cost them the White House: telling Congress 11 days before the Nov. 8 election that the FBI had uncovered a new trove of Clinton-related emails.

Comey said he felt he had to speak out at that time because he had repeatedly told lawmakers the Clinton email probe was over.

“To not speak about it would require an act of concealment in my view,” Comey said. “Concealing, in my view, would be catastrophic.”

He told the panel one reason for the FBI’s renewed interest in Clinton’s case was that investigators had found emails, some of them classified, forwarded by Clinton’s assistant Huma Abedin to her husband, who was not authorized to see such information.

“It makes me mildly nauseous to think that we might have had some impact on the election, but honestly, it wouldn’t change the decision,” Comey said.

The FBI, which is supposed to remain politically

hammering Comey with questions about why he went public with the Clinton probe but kept silent on an investigation related to the Republican candidate, Donald Trump.

“It’s still very unclear - and I hope director that you will clear this up - why the FBI’s treatment of these two investigations was so dramatically different,” she asked.

RUSSIA PROBE

U.S. intelligence agencies in December accused Russia of hacking of Democratic emails in an effort to tilt the election FBI Director James Comey testifies to Trump. Comey confirmed in before a Senate Judiciary Committee March the FBI was investigating hearing on ‘Oversight of the Federal possible collusion between Trump Bureau of Investigation’ on Capitol Hill in surrogates and Russia.

Washington, U.S., May 3, 2017 Comey said on neutral, said a few days later that Wednesday the probe into whether the new emails did not change Russian hacking activities and its decision not to recommend American citizens was a classified criminal charges against Clinton, investigation in its early stages but many Democrats believe the – far different from the almost political damage was done. completed email probe.

Clinton said on Tuesday Comey declined to her election bid was derailed in comment on whether Trump, or part by Comey’s announcement anyone else, had been ruled out about the renewed probe of her as a possible subject. Moscow has use of a private email server while denied the hacking allegations. she was secretary of state. She The FBI director said her effort also was damaged acknowledged recent months by the WikiLeaks release of have been difficult. her campaign chairman John “But I think I’ve done the Podesta’s emails, allegedly stolen right thing at each turn. I’m not

by Russian hackers. on anybody’s side. It’s so hard for Senator Dianne people to see that,” Comey said, Feinstein, ranking member on the adding later, “I don’t have any committee, led the Democrats in regrets.”

Oil tumbles amid oversupply fears

Oil prices plunged to five-month lows on Thursday amid record trading volume in Brent crude, as OPEC and other producers appeared to rule out deeper supply cuts to reduce the world’s persistent glut of crude.

Closing prices, below $50 a barrel, were the lowest since Nov. 29, thereby erasing all the market gains that followed a late 2016 announcement by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries it would cut output.

The slide steepened after the OPEC delegates downplayed the chance that their group and other producing countries would deepen their output cuts when they meet on May 25. They did say current output cuts were likely to be extended.

But analysts say non-OPEC members may struggle to extend production cuts.

U.S. crude ended the session 4.81 percent lower at $45.52 per barrel after falling as much as 5.29 percent to an intraday bottom of $45.29, the lowest since Nov. 29.

Brent crude settled at $48.38, or 4.75 percent lower, after tumbling as much as 5.17 percent during the session.

Front-month Brent crude trading volume rose to the highest on record with nearly 525,000 lots changing hands, according to Reuters data that extends back to 1988.

Front-month WTI volume rose to more than 898,000 contracts, the highest in nearly two months.

Commodity Trading Advisors were among those liquidating their contracts in the day, traders said.

“While the cartel is expected to extend a self-imposed production cap by another six months, it will be a challenge to convince several non-OPEC members to follow suit,” said Abhishek Kumar, senior energy analyst at Interfax Energy’s Global Gas Analytics. “Persistent growth in US oil production ... will also make extensions of the OPEC cap beyond 2017 unlikely.”

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Amnesty International warns of rising violence in Rio de Janeiro

Special Operations Battalion (BOPE) policemen aim their weapons during an operation in Alemao slums complex after violent clashes between policemen and drug dealers in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil May 4, 2017

Amnesty International violations across the country, warned on Thursday of including soaring police homicide growing violence across Brazil, rates,” Jurema Werneck, particularly killings by police as Amnesty’s director in Brazil, said law enforcement and criminals in a statement.

The criticism comes as battle over turf in Rio de Janeiro, the country’s second-biggest city. public security forces, grappling

In a report to the United with budget cuts after two years Nations, which periodically of recession in Latin America’s monitors violence in conflict biggest country, also contend with zones and other troubled areas rebounding crime.

In Rio, where officials worldwide, the human rights group highlighted the recent on Thursday asked the federal spike in killings by Rio police - government for about $2.5 182 in the first two months of the million per month to shore up the year, or 78 percent more than a security budget, criminal gangs are battling for lucrative access year earlier.

“Brazil has not taken to drug routes and sales points.

Gangs are also fighting to enough steps to tackle the shocking levels of human rights take back turf police had occupied

in the run-up to the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Olympics, both of which Rio hosted.

Federal officials on Thursday said they would consider Rio’s request.

Clashes between police and criminals in the city have led to prolonged firefights and multiple deaths -- in slums and rich neighborhoods alike. Earlier this week, criminals torched buses and a truck, crippling traffic after a police raid.

Authorities have long recognized abuses among law enforcement but had in recent years successfully cut down on police violence.

“Respect for human rights is enshrined in Brazilian law,” General Carlos Alberto Santos Cruz, national secretary for public security, told reporters on Thursday. “When you train someone in public security the principal of respect for human rights is fundamental.”

Security and human rights experts, however, say Brazil falls far short.

After police apprehended dozens of large-calibre guns following the raid this week, law enforcement hailed the seizure as a great success. But many are troubled that the guns, and the violent backdrop to the seizures, exist to begin with.

“Maybe that sort of seizure is a good thing in a war zone or a country of great instability,” said Paulo Storani, a former police commander who now is a security consultant.

“But here it reflects a failure of government and policy.”

Five years, billions of dollars needed to rebuild Mosul

Mosul’s wrecked roads, bridges and broader economy will take at least five years to repair and need billions of dollars of development that Iraq’s government will struggle to afford, officials returning to the battle-scarred city said.

The airport, railway station and university were all destroyed in the long fight to dislodge Islamic State militants from their main Iraqi stronghold.

Iraqi government forces backed by a U.S.-led coalition have now retaken the eastern half of the city - letting regional councillors return for the first time in 2-1/2 years to survey the damage.

“After Mosul is fully liberated, we need a working plan to restore things to the way they were before 2014 when Islamic State took over,” Noureldin Qablan, deputy chairman of the council covering the surrounding Nineveh province, told Reuters.

He sat back in his office in the heart of Mosul, the province’s regional capital, an unremarkable building apart from its new concrete

fortifications and the teams of armed guards surrounding it.

A gun lay on his desk, next to his phone and piles of paperwork.

Outside, bustling markets have sprung back into life on the eastern banks of the Tigris river. Over on the other side of the river, Islamic State fighters are holed in, defending the densely-populated Old City with snipers and suicide bombers.

At the heart of their territory sits the medieval Grand al-Nuri Mosque and its famous leaning minaret, where Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi declared his caliphate in July 2014. Experts fear the fragile brick structure could still succumb to the fighting raging around it.

Iraq’s army has said it expects to expel Islamic State from the rest of the city by May. “WE ARE NOT GETTING ENOUGH SUPPORT”

The 34 Nineveh councillors, who have been meeting in other cities during the

occupation, have already started drawing up plans to rebuild Mosul, though they are still were not sure where the money will come from, said Qablan.

For the first six months, local authorities would focus on restoring security, water, electricity and fuel, and on the return of those displaced by the war.

Under the plan, there would then be a two-year period of reconstruction and the initiation of a reconciliation process followed by 30 months focused on attracting investment and developing the economy.

Some of the early repair work could cost as little as $5,000 a house, Qablan said.

But even that would strain budgets that he said were under-funded by the central government in Baghdad.

“Honestly, we are not getting enough support. What has been allocated to Nineveh in 2017 was 52 billion Iraqi dinars ($44.5 million) which is a very small sum for a province this size,” Qablan said.

London’s Brexit job losses limited to ‘low thousands’

A shift in banking jobs from Britain to continental Europe because of Brexit is likely be in the “low thousands”, the City of London’s new policy chief said on Thursday - and warned that a “turbulent” few months lay ahead.

Catherine McGuinness, 58, was elected on Thursday as the chairman of the City of London’s policy and resources committee, making her the political face of the ancient “Square Mile” financial district.

A trained financial lawyer and veteran of many financial institutions, she served as deputy chairman of the committee, she said London would remain the world’s top financial center.

This week Standard Chartered (STAN.L) and JPMorgan (JPM.N) were the latest to ensure they can continue to service its continental customers after Brexit in 2019.

“All the signals that we are seeing is that people are just making plans for the minimum necessary to ensure continuity. We are not seeing a great move in the signals,” McGuinness told Reuters.

“The signals that we are seeing would be in the low thousands. Indeed at the moment, just a couple of thousand.”

Britain’s finance minister, Philip Hammond, warned on Thursday that attempts by the EU to make a grab for the clearing of euro-denominated securities, an activity London dominates, could disrupt growth and weaken financial stability.

It was the latest in a battle of words between London and Brussels as formal “Article 50” EU divorce proceedings get underway.

“I think one would expect the next few months to be slightly turbulent as people enter into the spirit of the negotiations. For us it will be a question of carrying on with business as normal, in the background.”

McGuinness said the financial sector’s priority is to get as much access as possible to the European market, with a system of “mutual recognition” - whereby the EU and Britain accept each other’s systems of regulation - probably the best solution.

“Mutual recognition is a work in progress.

There are elements within our recommendations that need further work and development.”

There is no guarantee the EU would agree to such a system, which has never been done before in financial services on the scale envisaged by the City.

McGuinness said although ensuring there is a so-called transitional arrangement to stagger Britain’s departure is a priority an announcement of any deal is likely months away because of European elections in France and Germany.

“The earlier, the better ... But I have every confidence that it is in everyone’s interest to have some sort of clarity before the Article 50 period runs out.”

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Prince Philip will step back from royal duties

LONDON — Buckingham #BuckinghamPalace trended Palace announced Thursday that worldwide on Twitter. The Sun, the Prince Philip, the 95-year-old husband mass-market British tabloid, even of Queen Elizabeth II, will retire from accidentally published online news public life starting in the fall. that Philip had died — only to retract

“Prince Philip will attend it minutes later. previously scheduled engagements “Prince Philip dead at 95, how between now and August, both did the Duke of Edinburgh die, etc. individually and accompanying The etc.,” ran the headline.

Queen,” said a Buckingham Palace The queen is generally news release issued following a believed to be in good health, though night of frenzied speculation after a “heavy cold” over Christmas last an emergency meeting by palace winter kept her away from her usual staff. “Thereafter, the Duke will not church attendance. Philip, who turns be accepting new invitations for visits 96 next month, has suffered a variety and engagements, although he may of ailments in recent years. Yet both still choose to attend certain public the queen and the prince have kept up events from time to time.” heavy schedules of royal engagements

The announcement said that well into old age. the prince, also known as the Duke Adventurous and athletic, of Edinburgh, had “the full support of Philip started his career in the navy.

The Queen” and that Britain’s longest- After his wife became queen in 1952, reigning monarch, who turned 91 last he supported the monarch in carrying month, “will continue to carry out a out engagements around the world and full program of official engagements.” has clocked up more than 22,000 solo

The prince, who has been engagements. One of his best known attending ribbon-cuttings, state initiatives is the Duke of Edinburgh banquets and other high-ceremony Award, a personal development and events on behalf of the royal family for adventure program for young people. more than half a century, has long been But Philip is often better expected to curtail his role as his health known for his colorful — and has gradually declined. Thursday’s controversial — language, which announcement came hours after news sometimes landed him in the headlines of an emergency all-staff meeting at for the wrong reasons.

Buckingham Palace leaked, prompting He once told a group of British a flurry of unfounded speculation that exchange students in China that one of the royal family’s most senior if they stayed much longer, they’d members had died. become “slitty-eyed.” During 1995 visit The hashtag to Oban in Scotland, he asked a

On top of that, memory is going; I can’t remember names and things. So I’m just sort of winding down.”

On Wednesday, the queen met with British Prime Minister Theresa May to discuss the country’s upcoming election, in June. Philip appeared the same day at Lord’s Cricket Ground to open a new grandstand. Before he unveiled a plaque at the cricket club, he joked to the assembled guests that he was “the world’s most experienced plaque unveiled.”

The queen still attends roughly 300 official events annually.

But lately she has been cutting back, delegating more of her duties to Prince Charles — the next in line to the throne — as well as other members of the royal household.

Queen Elizabeth II and her husband Prince

In December, the palace Philip announced that the queen was driving instructor: “How do you keep stepping down as the patron of over the natives off the booze long enough 20 organizations. But she is still the to pass the test?” patron of more than 600 organizations.

He did not appear to tone Her husband leads or is a it down in later life. At an event in member of 780 organizations, though London five years ago he told a disabled Buckingham Palace said Thursday man in an electric wheelchair: “How that Philip “will no longer play an many people have you knocked over active role.” this morning on that thing?”

He responded to the news of

Ahead of his 90th birthday, his retirement with a humorous quip.

Philip gave an interview to the BBC While at reception with the queen on saying that he was scaling back.

Thursday afternoon, a guest said that

“I reckon I’ve done my bit,” he was sorry to hear that the royal was he said. “I want to enjoy myself for a standing down. bit now, with less responsibility, less The prince prompted laughter frantic rushing about, less preparation, when he replied: “Well, I can’t stand less trying to think of something to say. up much!”

Michelle Obama reveals how daughters Malia and Sasha spent final White House night

Michelle Obama with Malia and Sasha

Michelle Obama recently Michelle Obama said last Thursday. revealed some behind-the-scene The disclosure came during a moments of how her two daughters wide-ranging, but relatively politicsspent their last hours at the White free, question-and-answer session House — and they were remarkably at the annual American Institute of typical for a pair of teenagers.

Architecture conference.

Malia and Sasha Obama, 18 Obama said it was difficult for and 15 respectively, said farewell to the girls to leave the only home they their previous home with pizza night had known for the past eight years. and a slumber party with friends, “So that moment of transition, right before the doors opened and we according to the former first lady.

“They had a sleepover, welcomed in the new family, our kids because of course on Inauguration were leaving out the back door in Day, because my girls are so normal, tears, saying goodbye to people,” she they’re like, ‘Well, eight girls are said.

But she joked that she had gonna be sleeping here because it’s our last time, and we want pizza and to remain composed while welcoming we want nuggets.’ And it’s like, really?” the new occupants of the White House.

“I didn’t want to have tears in my eyes because people would swear I was crying because of the new president,” she said.

Obama revealed other minor details about what post-White House life has been like for her.

“Friends are surprised I answer the door now,” she explained, while noting that the family’s two dogs, Bo and Sunny, have “never heard a doorbell.”

Obama also made clear that she has no plans to run for office because of how difficult campaigns are for the family.

“I wouldn’t ask my children to do this again,” she said.

‘El Chapo’ to remain in solitary confinement

Mexican drug lord Joaquin exercise in a small cage with no fresh “El Chapo” Guzman will remain air or sunlight, according to a March in solitary confinement in a New letter to prosecutors from Amnesty York City prison, a U.S. judge ruled International.

Thursday, although he will be allowed The human rights group to send pre-screened messages to his had asked to inspect Guzman’s wife for personal reasons and to help cell, but Cogan on Thursday denied that request, saying Amnesty’s mount his legal defense. would “further

Guzman’s court-appointed involvement lawyers argued in March that he sensationalize” the case.

Though Guzman’s lawyers was being held in unnecessarily harsh conditions and asked that he had argued that his conditions were be released into the general prison more restrictive than any other U.S. population. But U.S. District Judge prisoner’s, Cogan said they were not Brian Cogan in Brooklyn ruled that unusual for solitary confinement and there were good reasons for unusual that he would not make the case a measures around Guzman, who has “referendum” on the use of solitary confinement generally. escaped from two Mexican prisons.

A lawyer for Guzman had no Guzman’s lawyers also sought more freedom to communicate immediate comment.

Guzman is restricted to his with people in order to plan his cell for 23 hours a day, with the lights defense, including his wife and on at all times, and has not been potential witnesses. allowed to speak to his wife or other Cogan ruled that Guzman family members. He has one hour of may not communicate with witnesses,

citing his “alleged history of witness intimidation.”

However, the judge said he may send written messages to his wife about hiring lawyers and about personal matters. Those messages will be subject to pre-screening by U.S. authorities.

Cogan also wrote that prison staff had relayed their observations of Guzman’s visits with his attorneys to prosecutors in the past, and ordered that such communications stop.

Guzman, who sold oranges as a child before turning to the drug trade in the 1970s, was extradited from Mexico to the United States to face drug trafficking charges there on Jan. 19.

In his most recent escape in 2015, Guzman walked out of prison through a mile-long, highly engineered tunnel from his cell, a sign of the huge influence he was able to wield even from behind bars.

Mexico’s top drug lord Joaquin ‘’El Chapo’’ Guzman is escorted as he arrives at Long Island MacArthur airport in New York, U.S., January 19, 2017, after his extradition from Mexico

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Facebook tries to fix violent video problem with 3,000 new workers

Facebook Inc will hire 3,000 UK lawmakers this week said. After more than a day, and more people over the next year to accused social media companies 370,000 views, Facebook removed speed up the removal of videos including Facebook of doing a the video. A video of a man shooting showing murder, suicide and other “shameful” job removing child abuse and killing another in Cleveland last violent acts, in its most dramatic and other potentially illegal material. month also shocked viewers. move yet to combat the biggest threat In Germany, the company Zuckerberg said the company to its valuable public image. has been under pressure to be would do better: “We’re working to

The hiring spree, announced quicker and more accurate in make these videos easier to report so

by Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg removing illegal hate speech and to we can take the right action sooner on Wednesday, comes after users clamp down on so-called fake news.

- whether that’s responding quickly were shocked by two video posts in German lawmakers have when someone needs help or taking April showing killings in Thailand threatened fines if the company a post down.” and the United States. cannot remove at least 70 percent of The 3,000 workers will be The move is an offending posts within 24 hours. new positions and will monitor all acknowledgement by Facebook that So far, Facebook has Facebook content, not just live videos, it needs more than its recent focus on avoided political fallout from U.S. the company said. The company did automated software to identify and lawmakers or any significant loss not say where the jobs would be remove such material. of the advertisers it depends on for located, although Zuckerberg said Artificial intelligence revenue. Some in the ad industry the team operates around the world. techniques would take “a period of have defended Facebook, citing the The world’s largest social years ... to really reach the quality difficulty of policing material from network has been turning to artificial level that we want,” Zuckerberg its many users. Police agencies have intelligence to try to automate the told investors after the company’s said Facebook works well with them. process of finding pornography, earnings late on Wednesday.

Facebook shares fell slightly on violence and other potentially

“Given the importance of this, Wednesday, and edged lower still offensive material. In March, the how quickly live video is growing, we after the bell, following its quarterly company said it planned to use such wanted to make sure that we double earnings. technology to help spot users with down on this and make sure that we suicidal tendencies and get them provide as safe of an experience for ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE assistance. the community as we can,” he said.

However, Facebook still

The problem has become Zuckerberg, the company’s relies largely on its users to report more pressing since the introduction co-founder, said in a Facebook post problematic material. It receives last year of Facebook Live, a service the workers will be in addition to millions of reports from users that allows any of Facebook’s 1.9 the 4,500 people who already review each week, and like other large billion monthly users to broadcast posts that may violate its terms Silicon Valley companies, it relies video, which has been marred by of service. Facebook has 17,000 on thousands of human monitors to some violent scenes. employees overall, not including review the reports.

Some violence on Facebook is contractors.

“Despite industry claims inevitable given its size, researchers Last week, a father in to the contrary, I don’t know of any say, but the company has been Thailand broadcast himself killing computational mechanism that can attacked for its slow response. his daughter on Facebook Live, police adequately, accurately, 100 percent

Facebook Logo do this work in lieu of humans. We’re just not there yet technologically,” said Sarah Roberts, a professor of information studies at UCLA who looks at content monitoring.

The workers who monitor material generally work on contract in places such as India and the Philippines, and they face difficult working conditions because of the hours they spend making quick decisions while sifting through traumatic material, Roberts said in an interview.

When Facebook launched its live service in April 2016, Zuckerberg spoke about it as a place for “raw and visceral” communication.

“Because it’s live, there is no way it can be curated,” Zuckerberg told BuzzFeed News in an interview then. “And because of that it frees people up to be themselves. It’s live; it can’t possibly be perfectly planned out ahead of time.”

Since then, at least 50 criminal or violent incidents have been broadcast over Facebook Live, including assault, murder and suicide, The Wall Street Journal reported in March.

In January, four AfricanAmericans in Chicago were accused of attacking an 18-year-old disabled man on Facebook Live while making anti-white racial taunts. They have pleaded not guilty.

Airbnb, San Francisco settle lawsuit over short-term rental law

Airbnb Inc and the have sought to minimize city of San Francisco have Airbnb’s impact on tight settled a year-long lawsuit housing supplies and rental over a local ordinance costs, sparking legal fights forbidding the home-rental with the company, which has company from taking argued that, as an Internet bookings from hosts who platform, it is not responsible have not properly registered for the listings on its website.

As part of the settlement their homes.

The settlement, with San Francisco, where which Airbnb announced Airbnb is headquartered, during a call with reporters the company will create a on Monday, marks the latest registration system requiring effort by the company to that anyone in the city who compromise with cities and wants to rent room or house improve its relationship on Airbnb must first supply with regulators globally their name, address and as it eyes an initial public zip code, said Airbnb global offering. Airbnb is an online policy chief Chris Lehane. marketplace for short-term Only after registering can lodging, with “hosts” who hosts list their homes for rent. rent their homes in 65,000 “Every host on the Airbnb platform will be registered, cities.

City officials across the globe which is what the city has

WhatsApp back online after global outage of ‘a few hours’

In a statement, said it will be looking for,” limits each host to one rental unit and caps the number of Mayor Ed Lee said the Lehane said. settlement “protects our

The company will nights a unit can be rented. turn over host registration Airbnb will also rental housing stock while information to city officials. deactivate listings if there allowing residents who follow The city last year enacted is an invalid registration, the rules to gain income to an ordinance, sparking the San Francisco City Attorney help make ends meet.”

The settlement is lawsuit, making it illegal Dennis Herrera said in a for Airbnb to collect fees for statement. Currently, there the latest evidence that providing booking services are 2,100 registered short- Airbnb has lessened its resistance for rentals that had not been term rental hosts in San long-standing properly registered. Airbnb Francisco, but Airbnb has to turning over data to city makes money by charging a more than 8,000 listings in officials. In his remarks, Lehane also indicated that the city. service fee on bookings.

Herrera called the Airbnb has backtracked Airbnb’s new registration system, expected settlement “a turning point somewhat from its previous to roll out in early 2018, will when it comes to enforcement.” argument that any city rules The settlement must to limit listings published on not prevent hosts that are not compliant with city laws from still be approved by the San its website violated a broad registering, meaning there Francisco mayor and board federal law that protects could be a lag period during of supervisors. Airbnb has internet companies from which illegal hosts can rent similar registration systems liability for content posted on out homes before city officials in the works in Denver, New their platforms. identify them. San Francisco Orleans and Chicago.

WhatsApp, a popular Wednesday afternoon. messaging service owned by Facebook WhatsApp was down in parts Inc, suffered a widespread global of India, Canada, the United States outage on Wednesday that lasted for and Brazil, according to Reuters several hours before being resolved, journalists. It affected people who use the company said. the service on Apple Inc’s iOS operating

“Earlier today, WhatsApp system, Alphabet Inc’s Android and users in all parts of the world were Microsoft Corp’s Windows mobile OS. unable to access WhatsApp for a few In Brazil, where the hours. We have now fixed the issue professional class relies heavily on and apologize for the inconvenience,” the messaging service, WhatsApp WhatsApp said in an email late was down for about two and a half

hours. Many users switched to rival system Telegram, which has picked up millions of customers in Brazil after two previous WhatsApp outages resulting from court orders.

WhatsApp’s is used by more than 1.2 billion people around the world and is a key tool for communications and commerce in many countries. The service was acquired by Facebook in 2014 for $19 billion.

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Baby’s murder on Facebook: The missing hours before video was removed

A relative of the Thai baby whose murder was shown on Facebook Live earlier this week said he was too distraught and intent on getting police to the crime scene to worry about getting the horrific videos taken down.

The gruesome incident this week highlights how those most affected by offensive content are usually too distracted to report it to the authorities. It also exposes the challenges that live streaming content poses to both governments monitoring for offensive material on the internet and the companies that host online content.

On Monday, in an abandoned building in the Thai seaside resort of Phuket, 20-year-old Wuttisan Wongtalay turned on Facebook Live from his mobile phone. Then he picked up his 11-month-old daughter in her pink dress, tied a rope around her neck and hanged her. A second short video briefly shows her lifeless body. After that, he turned off the camera and killed himself.

For the family of little Natalie

CLEVELAND SHOOTING Triratana, removing the videos was the last thing on their minds when they For the social media company, first popped up on Wuttisan’s Facebook feed at around 4.50 p.m. on Monday. with nearly 2 billion users, it was

Her mother’s cousin, Suksan yet another case that exposed the Buachanit, said he called Thailand’s challenges of quickly spotting and 191 police hotline to ask for help removing offensive content. The killing locating the building. By the time of the baby in Thailand followed the police and relatives found it, it was too live broadcast shooting of an elderly man in Cleveland, Ohio. late.

In that incident, it took two

“A local reporter told me to report it (to Facebook) but we were hours to remove the video, bringing all occupied at the scene,” Suksan told intense criticism on the social media giant and prompting it to promise Reuters in Phuket.

It took more than a day - and “ways that new technologies can help 370,000 views - before Facebook us make sure Facebook is a safe removed those few minutes of video. environment”.

It was unclear how many Thailand’s digital ministry said even then it took five hours for the videos viewers alerted Facebook to the killing to be removed after the ministry of the baby. Facebook did not respond to questions. contacted Facebook.

But by the morning the baby’s

A Facebook statement called the incident “appalling” and said there murder had been reported in local was “absolutely no place for content of media and was one of the most talked this kind” on the network. It did not about stories in Thailand. Several respond to Reuters questions as to why local and international journalists told Reuters they had reported the videos it took so long to remove the videos. to Facebook Tuesday morning and

asked the company for comment.

The head of Thailand’s police’s Technology Crime Suppression Division, Supachet Chokchai, said he was alerted to the baby murder videos by police in Phuket but he declined to say when that was. The division monitors online content ranging from anti-monarchy content to fraudulent websites. It also has a hotline for the public to call in tip-offs about offensive content.

Nor would Supachet say when police then asked the digital ministry to get in touch with Facebook. The ministry said by the time police reported the videos on Tuesday afternoon it had already heard about them from an anonymous tip-off and had told Facebook.

The ministry contacted Facebook through a “direct channel” at noon on Tuesday, according to Somsak Khaosuwan, the ministry’s deputy permanent secretary. He did not elaborate on what the direct channel was or say whom the ministry contacted at Facebook.

Apple needs the ‘iPhone 8’ to Galaxy S7 now the succeed more than ever most used Samsung

Apple faces more pressure than ever to deliver with its highly anticipated next-generation iPhone, as the company reported Tuesday that it sold fewer iPhones than analysts had expected in the company’s second quarter.

Those looking forward to the new phone may have held off on buying a new device until the fall, analysts said. The softerthan-expected sales come as Apple faces increased competition for the device that makes up the majority of Apple’s profits.

Apple sold 50 million iPhones in the past quarter, 1 million less than in the same period last year. Analysts had expected Apple to sell 52 million units. The company reported An Apple iPhone 7 and the company logo are seen in this illustration picture taken in $52.9 billion in revenue, slightly Bordeaux, France below analyst estimates. committed to it and believe … designed to compete directly with

On an earnings call, over time it will be even larger.” the MacBook Air. Apple chief executive Tim Cook Apple doesn’t break out sales The company also said that Apple did not correctly numbers for its wearable, but increased the size of its share estimate how popular the iPhone analysts expected to see more dividend and buyback programs 7 Plus would be compared with growth from that part of Apple’s to $300 billion through March the iPhone 7, which caused some business as competitors leave the 2019. Apple’s stockpile of cash is supply problems. smartwatch market. nearly $260 billion, which — as

The company did show Many analysts anticipate The Washington Post’s Thomas strong profits thanks in part to its that the company will deliver a Heath reported — is more than services unit, reporting earnings completely redesigned iPhone the gross domestic product of of $2.10 a share vs. an expected later this year. It is expected to be Jamaica and Finland combined. $2.02.

But the disappointing called the iPhone 8 and to have The main bright spot iPhone sales, combined with a an edge-to-edge display similar for Apple continues to be in its weak outlook for the next quarter, to that of the well-reviewed services. The App Store, iTunes sent the stock down more than Samsung Galaxy S8, which went and other subscription products 2 percent in after-hours trading. on sale in April. generated $7 billion, up 18 U.S. sales grew 11 percent, but And analysts are upbeat percent from the previous year. the company saw a 14 percent about Apple’s ability to bounce Apple faces stiff sales drop in China. Cook played back, thanks to the company’s competition from Samsung but down concerns about sales reputation and customer loyalty. is in a strong enough position to in the world’s largest phone “We’re bullish on the weather a weaker quarter — as market, saying that he thought iPhone 8 for three reasons: long as it delivers on the promise those results were in line with Apple’s ecosystem stickiness, the of the iPhone 8, said Thomas previous years. He added that expected upgradability of the Cooke, a professor at Georgetown seven of the company’s most device, and teenage fondness University’s McDonough School popular stores are in China. But of Apple devices,” said Clement of Business. local competition from Chinese Thibault, a senior investing “This is acceptable, smartphone makers such as analyst with Investing.com. considering the environment Huawei have been chipping away Meanwhile, Apple is also and that they have new products at Apple’s market share. facing increased competition in the pipeline. That people are

Cook addressed analyst in its growing Mac business. holding onto their phones a little questions about the Apple Watch, Microsoft announced Tuesday longer than expected shouldn’t be saying the company is happy morning a sleek new laptop so alarming,” he said. with sales and remains “very aimed at students that is

device worldwide

Last year’s Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge smartphones are now considered the most used Samsung devices worldwide, based on a new report from ScientiaMobile.

According to that report, up until now, Samsung’s most used device worldwide was the Galaxy S5. A device which proved to be immensely popular – at one point reportedly reaching the hands of 5.5-percent of all Samsung owners.

In second place was the Galaxy S6 line which eventually peaked at 3.1-percent of all Samsung users. Since their respective peaks though, usage of both devices has been on a steady decline and it appears the Galaxy S7 has been the go-to device for the majority of users.

The Galaxy S5 lasted a whopping 579 days before it reached its peak usage, while the Galaxy S6 only managed to keep its usage growth going for 428 days.

Now, after 400 days on the market, Samsung’s Galaxy S7 is considered to be the most widely used model among Samsung users. Which is of particular importance as the current usage of the Galaxy S7 line is still increasing. To help matters, the launch of the Galaxy S8 has driven prices of the Galaxy S7 line down, something that has likely helped boost sales more recently.

With sales increasing at such a steady pace, it appears the Galaxy S7 line could go on to eventually beat the usage peak of the previous generations, albeit after a longer period of time.

With usage of Galaxy S5 and Galaxy S6 users declining though, Samsung will likely be doing its best to entice them over to the newer Galaxy S8 and/or S8 Plus.

Samsung’s latest flagship is expected to surpass sales of the Galaxy S7 line by a significant margin, so if these expectations turn out to be true, it’ll remain to be seen how long it will take before this year’s flagship is the reigning device when it comes to usage.

Realistically though, which device is the most used isn’t necessarily the most important aspect for Samsung. After all, as long as sales for both Galaxy S8 models stay strong, along with a constant flow of income thanks to users picking up last year’s models, the company will presumably be happy enough.

Samsung recently forecast a 50-percent profit jump due to the Galaxy S8 and, if the company can keep the momentum up when it comes to the eventual release of the Galaxy Note 8, 2017 could prove to be a very profitably and big year for the company.

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Great House Management Company Limited [Sailrock Resort] •Sailrock Resort serves as the focal point for the entire Sailrock Development. The Great House serves as the social hub of the resort with its restaurant, bar, lounge, fresh market, fitness center, and infinity edge pool. Guests of Sailrock Resort will enjoy countless activities, opportunities for tranquility and island adventure.

•If you enjoy creating exceptional experiences and believe in making a difference, you may be just the person we are looking for to be part of our team.

•Current multiple opening positions on our Hotel Operations•Handyman [4] o Job Summary• Perform tasks associated with the execution of repairs and renovations to interior/ exterior surfaces, fixtures, and fittings along with plumbing systems • Completion of procedural administration reports and instructional/transactional forms/documentation related to the activities above • Performing associated work of repairs on the resort and resort staff accommodations for general maintenance; basic plumbing; electrical work; electronic work; carpentry; masonry; painting; renovations; landscaping; repairs of interiors and exteriors workways; testing and maintenance of HVAC system, cool storage, freezer; inventory monitoring for resort properties; and other assigned tasks. o Qualifications• Be well organized and able to multi-task • Be able to follow of flexible working schedule • Be a highly-motivated self-starter capable of working independently as well as in group settings • Basic knowledge of engineering operation, equipment maintenance, and chemicals • Be experienced and able to use hand tools and small power tools • Be able to read and understand technical drawings, datasheets, and written work instructions • Review building plans and specifications to determine the layout for plumbing and related materials o Salary• $16,500 yearly •Bartender [2] o Job Summary• Responsible for preparing standard mixed drinks and pouring wine and beer, as well as preparing mixed drinks to match specific guest orders, adhering to specifications standard.

• Take food orders at bar and assists servers with food service as required, utilizing suggestive selling techniques.

• Prepare classic cocktails, mixed drinks, wines & spirits beverages.

• Ensures consistent beverage preparation, presentation and quality.

• Maintains knowledge of all menus.

• Ensure all working areas are maintained in a clean and hygienic condition at all times • Maintain bar area and glassware throughout the shift, prepare for opening and closing.

• Maintain and control inventory of bar stock and supplies, maintains kegs, stocks shelves in the bar area.

• Manage the bar opening and closing duties.

• Use proper measuring equipment for all liquor and liqueurs to ensure proper distribution of alcohol.

•Comply with all food and beverage regulations.

•Maintain a positive attitude that promotes teamwork within the restaurant. o Qualifications•Minimum 1-2 years of experience in quality bar operations.

•Knowledgeable and experienced in food service.

•Knowledgeable and experience in beverage service.

•Ability to be on time and present for all scheduled shifts including weekends and holidays.

•Excellent interpersonal skills.

•Must be of legal age to serve alcohol.

•Must be able to work with minimal supervision and have a strong initiative.

•You must be able to perform efficiently during high volume peak periods. o Salary• $16,500 yearly •Food and Beverage Server o Job Summary• This is a very important role for us and we rely heavily on our serving staff. They manage the pulse of the dining room and ensure patrons have a memorable dining experience.

• Food and beverage serving skills- Advise on menu selections; Serve food and beverages; Present bills to customers and accept payment in cash, credit or debit cards, or room billings; Describe menu items including daily specials for customers; Take orders and relay to kitchen and bar staff; Greet patrons, present menus, make recommendations and answer questions regarding food and beverages. o Qualifications• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in quality restaurant and/or bar operations.

• Knowledgeable and experienced in food service.

• Knowledgeable and experience in beverage service.

• Ability to be on time and present for all scheduled shifts including weekends and holidays.

• Excellent interpersonal skills. o Salary• $16,500 yearly •Steward Supervisor o Job Summary• Under the supervision of our Executive Chef & Beverages, the Stewarding Supervisor will ensure a superior standard for all flatware, tableware and kitchen equipment in support of our restaurant, bar, and special event. Lead and Supervise the Stewarding Team in all aspects of the department and ensure hotel standards and HACCP systems, food safety are followed. o Qualifications•Minimum 1-2 years of experience in quality restaurant operations on a similar capacity.

•Knowledge of HACCP systems, food safety is a must •Constant standing and walking throughout shift.

•Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs.

•Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting.

•Fluent written and spoken English.

•Must be able to work with minimal supervision and have a strong initiative.

•You must be able to perform efficiently during high volume peak periods. o Salary Range• $16,500 - $17,000 yearly

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•Steward o Job Summary• Main responsibility is to maintain the cleanliness of the china, glass & silver, a safe & hygienic work environment, garbage removal & maintain/monitor of the operations needs/inventory. o Qualifications• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in quality restaurant operations on a similar capacity.

• Knowledgeable and experienced in food service.

• Knowledgeable and experience in beverage service.

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift.

• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs.

• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting.

• Fluent written and spoken English.

• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and have a strong initiative.

• You must be able to perform efficiently during high volume peak periods. o Salary• $16,500 yearly •Laundry Attendant o Job Summary•Works within the Housekeeping Management Team to assist Room Attendants on assigned floors or buildings by collecting dirty linens and transporting to the laundry area, delivering clean linens to Room Attendant carts, and retrieving trash throughout the hotel.

• Assist with the commercial laundry function and/or the cleaning of public area spaces, exterior entrances to the hotel, and parking lot.

• Will be assigned special projects as assigned by the Housekeeping Manager. o Qualifications• Previous housekeeping/Laundry experience preferred.

• Previous background from the extended stay industry preferred.

• Must be flexible in hours and days worked.

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English.

• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 25 pounds, reaching, bending and kneeling to reach all areas.

• Will be required to regularly use commercial cleaning chemicals. o Salary• $16,500 yearly • Chief Security o Job Summary• Manages the security team operations, policies, systems and procedures that keep Guests, Team Members, and others safe while on and around the hotel property. Chief Security also manages all aspects of the department including but not limited to planning, budgeting, staffing and payroll in accordance with hotel policies & procedures. o Qualifications•Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a similar nature or capacity is desirable.

•Computer literacy and knowledge of Closed Circuit Televisions system •Ability to conduct investigations, gather evidence, conduct interviews with relevant parties and produce the incident reports needed.

•Ability to established and maintain a good relation to the local law enforcement agency •Frequent sitting, standing and walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain.

Additional physical requirements may include, frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.

•Ability to be on time and present for all scheduled shifts including weekends and holidays.

•Excellent interpersonal skills. o Salary Range• $30,000 - $36,000 yearly •Security Supervisor o Job Summary•Responsible for and lead the Security Team to achieve overall department’s objectives.

•Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.

•Prevents losses and damage by reporting irregularities; informing violators of policy and procedures; restraining trespassers.

•Completes reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures.

• Maintains environment by monitoring and setting building and equipment controls.

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Create security awareness among staff and guests.

• Respond immediately to needs of guests and requests of departments or staff for security assistance. o Qualifications• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a similar capacity.

• Knowledgeable and experienced in hospitality industry is desirable.

• Ability to be on time and present for all scheduled shifts including weekends and holidays.

• Excellent interpersonal skills. o Salary• $16,500 yearly • Security Officer o Job Summary•Responsible for all ongoing activities related to the availability, integrity and confidentiality of guests, provider, employee, and business information in compliance with the resort’s security policies and procedures, regulations and law •Patrol the premises of residences or buildings to detect suspicious activity, assist tenants, and ensure the safety of occupants •Maintain safe and secure environment for customers and employees by patrolling and monitoring premise and personnel o Qualifications• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a similar nature or capacity is desirable.

• Ability to frequently operate a motor vehicle • Computer literacy and basic knowledge of Closed Circuit Televisions system • Ability to conduct investigations and gather evidence • Frequent sitting, standing and walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain. Additional physical requirements may include, frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.

• Ability to be on time and present for all scheduled shifts including weekends and holidays.

• Excellent interpersonal skills. o Salary•$16,500 yearly •Please submit applications to the Human Resources & Operations Manager, Keno Forbes: o Drop Off: W104 Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales or Sailrock Resort, South Caicos o Fax: (312) 376-2056 o Email: HumanResources@SailrockResort.com • Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders must also submit copies of their application to the TCI Work Permit Board.

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Provo Dry Goods Store

KENO AND RUTH FORBES

GEORGE C.D.PRATT

Is seeking to employ a Construction Helper Must have some knowledge of working in the construction field, must be a hard worker and be able to work with little supervision.

Salary $6.25 an hour Contact Tel: 341-5567

Chalksound, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a Live in Nanny/Housekeeper Salary: $6.25 per hour Contact: Keno.forbes@gmail.com or 946-8251

Is seeking employment for the following: 1 Domestic Worker To work 5 days per week Salary $6.25 per hour Please Contact #246-5677 or 346-1158

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NEEDED IN SOUTH CAICOS

Is seeking a Babysitter To work 6 days per week Salary $6.50 per hour Please Contact # 342-2085

Seeks 1 Housekeeper To work 6 days per week Salary $6.25 per hour Contact#331-4475

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when on the plant site and during the execution of work duties.  Make recommendations (supported by data) to management staff in the Division of new techniques, tooling and processes to improve maintenance activities and increase overall plant efficiency.  Be available to respond to emergencies at all times outside of regular working hours, as may be required by plant contingency.

SENIOR MECHANICAL TECHNICIANS Responsible for carrying out effective preventative and corrective repairs to plant mechanical equipment and other company assets in a manner consistent with equipment manufacturer’s specification and standard mechanical tradesman practices and as directed by the Mechanical Supervisor and/or Plant Production Manager.

Main Duties  Conduct competent and effective preventative and corrective maintenance on all generating prime movers units owned and operated by Fortis TCI in a cost effective manner consistent with manufacturer’s operating and maintenance guidelines in a manner that ensures the highest reliability and fuel efficiency from these units.  Must be thoroughly familiar with all engine manuals and be able to competently perform all levels of preventative maintenance up to and including major overhauls without supervision on generating units owned and operated by the company.  To be highly knowledgeable of and competent in the spares parts required by the generation units and supporting mechanical systems at the power plants owned and operated by Fortis TCI and to identify and recommend to the management staff of the Division the spares parts that are needed for maintenance.  Effectively and competently diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic problems related to the effective operations of generation plant equipment.  Display a profound knowledge of underlying theoretical and operating principles of all mechanical equipment used in diesel fired operation and to utilize this knowledge in developing the Technical competence and capacity of assigned junior maintenance personnel.  Prepare comprehensive job reports and failure analysis report.  Competently use proper tooling during equipment repair and safeguard and maintain tools and other mechanical repair equipment.  Operate shop tools as needed to fabricate, repair, weld, solder, cut, drill, etc.  Maintain records and reports as required, including inventory of necessary parts.  Demonstrate leadership and commitment in ensuring that maintenance activities are performed by self and team members in full compliance with the company’s Environmental, Health and Safety policies and procedures

Classroom Teacher for Children with Autism Job Description for Classroom Teacher for Children with Autism: •Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials on an individualized basis for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom lessons for children with autism.

•Develops and implements individualized behavioral, instructional, and/or curricular management for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.

•Creates a variety of individualized documents and materials (e.g. games, schedules, visual supports, observation and success logs, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and promoting student growth and development.

•Maintains individualized instructional materials, daily activity/incident logs and/ or manual and electronic files/records for the purpose of ensuring availability of items; providing written reference; and/or meeting mandated requirements.

•Monitors students throughout the day and within a variety of school environments for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.

•Collects ongoing daily data on educational objectives for the purpose of reviewing with other team members and family, as well as to ensure learning goals are being met and are adequate for each individual student’s needs.

•Daily communication with families to ensure optimal programming.

•Works collaboratively with all staff in/out of the program.

•Works collaboratively with all school and HOPE Foundation staff and consultants.

•Maintains individual records of daily, weekly, monthly behavioral and academic progress.

•Maintains individual records of assessments and evaluations, both standardized and anecdotal.

•IN ADDITION: *Attends in-service training and presentations online and face-to-face (ABA overview, visual schedules, modifying curriculum, behavioral supports, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/ or conveying information relative to job functions with the support of the HOPE Foundation of Autism Awareness. *Supports community outreach and work with families of children with autism or children with suspected autism.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, and Abilities Candidates are required to understand and have a working knowledge of the following: *The principals and techniques of Applied Behavior Analysis; techniques used in the assessment and treatment of disabilities; instructional procedures and practices; intellectual, sensory, and physical development of children; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; and stages of child development/ behavior.

Ability is required to perform the following: *Schedule activities and/or meetings; collate data; and use recommended educational tools.

Minimum Requirements:  Successfully complete all the units of module in NCCER Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 and Level 4 (or equivalent) and have at least 10 years industrial experience in the operations, maintenance and repair of diesel generating stations. An Associate’s degree (or equivalent) in the mechanical engineering trades will be an accepted equivalent academic qualification.  Successfully complete NCCER Crew Leadership Program (or equivalent supervisory/leadership training).  Significant experience in failure diagnostics, trouble shooting and carrying out corrective maintenance/repair of Wärtsilä 20V32 & Caterpillar generating units is required.  Experience in carryout preventative maintenance as team leader for Wärtsilä 20V32 & Caterpillar generating units up to the level of full engine overhaul is a mandatory requirement.  A high degree of familiarity and competence in diesel engine theory and operations, trouble shooting of mechanical and rotary equipment, and mechanical repair tooling.  Must be thoroughly familiar with all engine manuals and be able to competently perform all levels of preventative maintenance up to and including major overhauls without supervision on generating units owned and operated by the company.  Above average analytical skills in math and principles of diesel engine machines  Excellence in interpretation of engineering drawings and manuals.  Professional competency in written and oral communication skills in English.  Must display a high competency in the use of computers and standard engineering and office computing software programs utilized in maintenance activities, reporting and record keeping.

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Deadline for submission of applications (inclusive of a cover letter, resume and a FortisTCI application form) is Monday May 22nd, 2017 to: Mr. Avi Adams Manager, Human Resources FortisTCI Limited P. O. Box 132, Providenciales Email address: hrapplications@fortistci.com and aadams@fortistci.com

Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups especially children with autism; maintaining confidentiality; working with interruptions; adaptability/flexibility; and leadership and direction. *The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions may require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, and/or crouching. * Knowledge of IEP philosophy, function, production, and monitoring is highly desirable.

GENERAL INFORMATION Candidates must be qualified teachers of children with autism (holding a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Special Education) with a minimum of (5-7) years teaching experience. Candidates must show experience working with children who have challenging behaviors.

APPLICATION PROCESS Interested candidates should apply to the School’s Business Office by letter, email or fax as soon as possible.

All applications MUST include the following: •Letter of Application •Curriculum Vitae – to include the contact details of at least three (3) current references •A recent photo •Sample lesson plan Failure to provide all above information may result in being disqualified.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within four (4) weeks of making an application, please assume your application was unsuccessful.

The closing date for applications is May 15 2017. Short listed candidates will be invited to interview via SKYPE. No applications will be considered after the closing date.

Full Contact details: Mrs. Maxcia Rigby Director/Chairman The Hope Foundation for Autism Awareness (TCI) Inc. autismtci@gmail.com PLEASE CC: Dr. Grace Lappin Director/Educational Consultant The Hope Foundation for Autism Awareness (TCI) Inc. drlappintccicc@aol.com Dr. Kathy Boisvert Educational Consultant The Hope Foundation for Autism Awareness (TCI) Inc. kboisvert@bmrsd.net

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British-Nigerian Joshua wins world boxing titles with 11th-round stoppage of Klitschko Anthony Joshua delivered one of the great nights in British boxing annals by stopping Ukrainian Wladimir Klitschko in the 11th round to be crowned IBF, WBA and IBO world heavyweight champion in front of 90,000 fans at Wembley Stadium on Saturday.

Britain’s unbeaten IBF title holder earned a sensational victory by knocking down the 41-year-old former champion twice in the 11th and penultimate round before the referee stepped in to save Klitschko from any more punishment.

What was hailed as the biggest fight night ever staged in a British ring, watched by the largest crowd for a boxing show in Britain for 78 years, lived up to its billing.

It was a thrilling contest which saw both combatants clamber off the canvas seemingly on the verge of defeat and looks destined to be recalled as one of the great heavyweight title fights.

Joshua survived a “What can I say? 19-0, knockdown for the first time three-and-a-half years in the in his professional career in game. As I said, I’m not perfect the sixth round and looked but I’m trying,” Joshua told close to surrendering his the cheering crowd from the unbeaten record until his ring. late bombardment forced the “As boxing states, you stoppage. leave your ego at the door and

In a sensational you respect your opponent. fifth round, Joshua knocked So a massive shout out to down Klitschko only to end Wladimir Klitschko.” up hanging on desperately “The best man won at the end of the round as tonight and it’s a massive the Ukrainian launched a event for boxing,” responded remarkable comeback.

Klitschko after his second

The veteran had even defeat in succession at the looked the more likely winner hands of a British heavyweight as he defied a 14-year age gap following the loss of his titles and was outboxing Joshua to Tyson Fury 17 months ago in the latter stages until the after an 11-year reign.

Briton produced a blistering “Two gentleman finish to take his unbeaten fought each other. Anthony record to 19 straight stoppage was better today. It’s really sad wins.

I didn’t make it.”

Both men had to dig The fight attracted deep and both looked close to a gate that had not been exhaustion before the 27-year- matched for a British show old Joshua’s youth, fitness since Len Harvey fought Jock and sheer power took over in McAvoy for the British lighta penultimate round that sent heavyweight title at another the huge crowd into ecstasy as London venue, White City, in two barrages sent Klitschko 1939. down.

The mutual praise

Anthony Joshua, right, lands a decisive uppercut in round 11. between Joshua and Klitschko `finish the job but that was echoed the civilized and when he found his champion’s respectful way the two spirit in his desperation, former Olympic champions landing a big left of his own to had behaved in the build-up leave Joshua in real peril. to the contest but there was The Ukrainian continued nothing civil about the brutal in the sixth, setting up his punishment they dished out to opponent with the jab before each other. a huge right cross sent Joshua

After four rounds of down. feeling each other out, with He scrambled off his Klitschko’s movement and knees but it did not look as if Joshua’s power quite apparent, he would see the eighth round, the crowd were not prepared uncharted territory for the for an astonishing fifth round. Briton who had won all his First, Joshua previous fights within seven. launched a blistering left Yet after Klitschko hook and followed up with a had, remarkably, looked flurry of punches that saw the almost the younger of the two Ukrainian drop to his knees fighters in the stretch, Joshua and, when he rose groggily, demonstrated real heart to go take a standing count. with his power as he unleashed

Klitschko suddenly a right uppercut that signaled looked old and the end seemed the final assaults on the nigh as Joshua roared in to Ukrainian’s scrambled senses.

U.S. officials want study of athletics world records proposal U.S. athletics officials want to study the ramifications of a controversial European proposal that would lead to the rewriting of world records, given it would also affect those that have never failed doping tests.

Under the proposal endorsed by the European Athletics Council earlier this week, any athlete breaking a record would have had to been drugtested multiple times in the lead-up to the record. A sample taken afterwards also would have to be available for retesting for 10 years.

The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), the

world governing body, did not start see British marathoner Paula Radcliffe, storing blood and urine samples until a vocal critic of drug use in athletics, 2005, meaning records set before then and triple jumper Jonathan Edwards could potentially be at risk. lose their records since performances

“Any action pertaining to not meeting the proposed guidelines records, from ‘retirement’ of records to would no longer be officially sanctioned changing criteria for the record books, but would remain on the “all-time list”. has the potential to affect records that Radcliffe, whose mark was are clean as well as those that are set in 2003, has branded the proposal tainted,” USA Track & Field (USATF) “cowardly”. spokeswoman Jill Geer said in a “I am hurt and do feel this statement to Reuters on Tuesday. damages my reputation and dignity,”

“There is no perfect solution, she said in a statement on Twitter.

Mike Powell’s 1991 long jump just as there is no perfect anti-doping mark and ¬Hichman El Guerrouj’s system.”

The proposal could potentially 1500m record from 1998 also would be

under threat.

There is no suggestion that any took drugs.

The IAAF is expected to discuss the idea at its August council meeting and Geer said they would also talk about the proposal with their athletes and other athletics bodies.

“USATF will vet the matter with our athletes, fellow federations and the IAAF,” Geer added.

“Ultimately, it is a matter for the IAAF family to examine and determine what is best for the integrity of the past, present and future of the sport on a global level.”

Spurs’ Parker ruptures quad tendon, out for playoffs

San Antonio Spurs veteran point guard Tony Parker has been ruled out for the remainder of the playoffs with a ruptured quadriceps tendon, the team announced on Thursday.

Parker had an MRI exam after sustaining the injury on Wednesday as the Spurs evened their Western Conference second-round series against the Houston Rockets with a 121-96 victory.

Gregg Popovich, known more for his scowl and scathing responses to media, summarized the status of Parker in three words on Wednesday night.

“It’s not good,” weight on his left leg.

“It’s hard to see Popovich said of Parker, who was carried off the floor him limping and hurting by teammates with 8:52 now, and you kind of know we’re not going to see him remaining in the contest.

Parker, who scored 18 any time soon,” Ginobili points, was clutching his said. “That’s a tough blow. left knee as he lay on the We shall see. We don’t floor after missing a short know.” shot.

Parker missed 16

Teammates and games in the regular season Houston players walked and San Antonio went 12-4. over to console him. He was Patty Mills was the primary carried off by teammates point guard without Parker Dewayne Dedmon and and Ginobili served as the Dejounte Murray, and did lead backup. Murray, a not look up as the crowd rookie, also figures into the chanted his name. mix.

Manu Ginobili Parker is in his San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker (9) is helped off the court after being injured said Wednesday night that 15th season and has helped against the Houston Rockets during the second half in game two of the second round of the Parker was in significant the Spurs win five NBA 2017 NBA Playoffs at AT&T Center pain and unable to bear titles.

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Larry Bird officially steps down as president of Pacers

Larry Bird, the Hall of Famer as player with the Boston Celtics, first joined the Pacers organization in 1997

The Indiana Pacers officially announced Monday that Larry Bird is stepping down as president of basketball operations.

Kevin Pritchard, the team’s vice president of basketball operations/

general manager, will assume Bird’s decision and has the “utmost faith” in position.

Pritchard.

“This is not a shock to me as

Bird will remain with the Larry has always been up front about Pacers in an advisory role.

“I felt it was time to step away someday stepping down,” Simon said. in a full-time capacity,” Bird said in a “I thank him for all that he has done statement. “This has nothing to do and am very pleased he is remaining with my health or our team. I’m 60 with the Pacers in a different capacity. years old and I want to do other things “I have the utmost faith in away from basketball. I will do some Kevin taking over. He has learned from scouting for the Pacers, NBA, college, a couple of great ones, Donnie (Walsh) international, do some appearances and Larry, while with the Pacers. We and stay in a capacity to advise senior all feel he will do a tremendous job.” basketball management.

Bird was the president of

“I love the Pacers, I grew up basketball operations for the Pacers with the Pacers and admired them from 2003-2012, winning the NBA’s from a very young age. I want to thank Executive of the Year award in 2012, the fans for their support throughout before stepping away for a year, citing my career. I also want to thank Herb health reasons. He took on the role Simon for the many years of loyalty again before the 2013 season.

Bird, the Hall of Famer as and for allowing me to stay with the player with the Boston Celtics, first team in a different role.”

Pacers owner Herb Simon joined the Pacers organization in said he is not surprised with Bird’s 1997 when he was named head coach.

As coach, the Pacers went to the NBA Finals in his final season in 1999-2000, losing to the Los Angeles Lakers in six games.

The Pacers finished this season with a 42-40 record before being swept in the Eastern Conference first-round playoffs by the Cleveland Cavaliers. Indiana lost all four games by a combined 16 points.

Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens, an Indianapolis native, crossed paths with Bird while coaching at Butler University.

“I’ve obviously admired (Bird) since he played for the Celtics and I thought that he did a tremendous job as a coach and front office person in Indiana,” Stevens said. “When I was there, the runs they went on for all the years he was there was really impressive. So whatever he chooses to do and look forward to, we certainly all wish him the best.”

Retired NFL quarterback Romo vying to qualify for 2017 U.S. Open

Reporter Candice Crawford and NFL football player Tony Romo arrive at the 50th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Arlington, Texas April 19, 2015

Isaiah Thomas celebrates Celtics victory

Celtics’ Thomas draws inspiration from sister’s death

Isaiah Thomas has been the Boston Celtics’ best player all season but the point guard has ramped up his production in the playoffs despite playing only days after his sister died in a car crash.

Since the April 15 crash, Thomas has produced several inspiring performances, most recently a 53-point outing on Tuesday, a career high that gave the Eastern Conference’s top-seeded Celtics a 2-0 lead in their best-of-seven semi-final series with the Washington Wizards.

Asked where he found the inspiration to play the best basketball of his career, Thomas did not hesitate.

“It’s my sister, it’s her birthday today - happy birthday - she would have been 23 today,” he said on the court in Boston. “Everything I do is for her and she is watching over me, so that’s all her.”

Thomas said basketball is a welcome distraction from the real world.

“The only thing about it is that when I leave this gym, I hit reality and she’s not here. So that’s the tough part. But when I’m in this arena, I can lock in and I know everything I do is for her.”

His coaches and team mates

said they were in awe of how Thomas has responded to adversity, including having a front tooth dislodged during the Game 1 win in the series, where he scored 33 points.

The injury led to hours of dental surgery on Monday and Tuesday but did not sideline him for Tuesday’s game.

“What else is there to say?”

Celtic head coach Brad Stevens said after Tuesday’s win.

“There’s a point today when he was not feeling good at all and was having a tough day, and I thought he was going to really have to gut this one out,” he said.

“And he not only guts it out, he ends up with 50. Pretty impressive,” he said.

Team mate Al Horford, who set key screens to free up the 5’ 9” (1.75m) guard late in the game, praised Thomas’ poise.

“He’s just steady, steady, steady and just the credit goes to him,” he told reporters.

“After going through all that he’s been going through with the tooth and everything I just don’t think a lot of guys would have even played this game.”

Retired Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is an excellent golfer and has some spare time these days, so he will try to qualify for the 2017 U.S. Open.

Romo is one of more than 9,000 players who signed up for the U.S. Open. He is scheduled to play an 18-hole local qualifier Monday at Split Rail Links and Golf Club, which is outside Fort Worth, Texas.

If Romo plays well enough in that event to advance, he would compete in sectional qualifying in June.

Romo attempted to play his way into the U.S. Open three previous times. He tried in 2010, 2011 and 2012 and got as far as the sectional qualifying in 2010. In the 36-hole sectional qualifier seven years ago,

Romo opened with a 71, but had to withdraw because delays due to inclement weather led to a conflict with Cowboys’ practices.

USGA rules require that players have a handicap index “not exceeding 1.4” to be eligible to enter as a qualifier.

Romo did not play golf for a while after undergoing back surgery at the end of the 2013 NFL season.

But he began playing seriously again this year.

He played with his father in the Azalea Invitational in Charleston, S.C., last month and shot 78-77-77, missing the 54-hole cut.

Soon after that event, it was announced that he would join the CBS NFL broadcast team for the 2017 season.

Wimbledon announce prize hike for 2017

This year’s Wimbledon singles tennis champions will receive 2.2 million pounds each – a hike of 200,000 pounds for both the men’s and women’s winner, organizers said.

Tournament chiefs unveiled the boosted winners cheques among an increased total prize pot of 31.6 million pounds, up from 28.1 million pounds for the previous year.

The bigger pot benefits players throughout the draw, with first round singles losers set to walk away from the All England Club with 35,000 pounds.

The grasscourt grand slam tournament takes place on the fringes of south-west London from July 3-16: the latest start for the tournament since 1895.

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