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JUDGE WRONG ON GUN SENTENCES

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by Hayden Boyce Publisher & Editor-in-Chief

he Court of Appeal strongly criticised a High Court judge who was known to reduce the mandatory minimum prison sentence of five years for gun crimes, saying that he was acting beyond his legal power or authority.

Elliott Mottley, QC, President of the Court of Appeal, said it is “not possible for a trial judge to suspend a portion” of the mandatory minimum sentence prescribed by the Firearm Ordinance.

“A judge has no power to suspend a portion of a mandatory minimum sentence prescribed by sections 3(3) and 22(1) of the Firearm Ordinance. Further, the Court certifies that there are no circumstances under which a judge could suspend any portion of a mandatory minimum sentence,” the Court of Appeal President stressed.

“Any judge purporting to suspend any portion of mandatory minimum sentence would be acting ultra vires (beyond his legal powers) to the provisions of the Ordinance.”

Mottley made the ruling following a Reference by the Attorney General who sought answers relating to the mandatory sentences imposed

by Mr. Justice Robert Shuster on Anthony Clarke, Lavardo Outten and Ernst Dolce who were convicted for serious gun offences.

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FortisTCI recently introduced the first electric car in the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) as part of the company’s electric vehicle (EV) and charging station pilot program.

The program includes a sixto-12 month feasibility study that

will provide insight into this new technology for interested customers in the TCI.

This Electric Vehicle (EV) is a Nissan Leaf Acenta that is 100% electric. It features a 30kWh battery which when fully charged can drive up

to approximately 100 miles.

In this photograph, FortisTCI President & CEO Eddinton Powell stands alongside FortisTCI senior executives and staff to showcase the company’s Nissan Leaf electric vehicle.

Governor John Freeman praises deputy Hon. Anya Williams

urks and Caicos Islands Governor His Excellency Dr. John Freeman has showered praise on his deputy Hon. Anya Williams, saying she is one of the best civil servants he has ever seen and that she can hold her own among the best civil servants in England.

Speaking during a media breakfast at his

Providenciales office on Thursday, April 12th, 2018, Governor Freeman said he is very happy to go on record as saying the Turks and Caicos Islands is very fortunate to have many good senior and other public servants.

“For example, the Deputy Governor is a very fine public servant, and I’ve

seen public servants all over the world. I am, myself, a civil servant and I’ve therefore seen the best that the British Civil service can produce, and the deputy governor can hold her head amongst any of them,” said Governor Freeman, who was a former British ambassador to Argentina and Geneva, and held top diplomatic posts in

Brussels, Vienna, Singapore and Germany.

“So the TCI is very fortunate to have people of that quality. I could mention others who I think exercise excellent senior roles. In a territory this size, you are constantly having to produce people of quality to do all sorts of things, and there are never enough people, really.”

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LOCAL NEWS JUDGE WRONG ON GUN SENTENCES continued from page 1

Mottley said that under section 22(1) of the Firearms Ordinance, the Court is required to impose a mandatory minimum sentence of imprisonment of not less than 5 years. The section does not contain any power under which a judge is empowered to suspend the mandatory term of imprisonment.

The provision of section 3(3) of the Suspended Sentences Ordinance are inconsistent with the provisions of section 22(1) of the Firearms Ordinance under which the Court is required to impose a mandatory sentence of 5 years.

“(Judge)Shuster seems not to have been mindful of the separation of powers as enshrined in the Constitution. Under the Constitution, it is the function of the Legislature to enact laws; it is for the Executive to administer those laws and it is for the Judiciary to apply the laws as enacted. The judge’s function is to interpret the Ordinance as enacted by the Legislature and to apply it. A judge should not provide an interpretation of an Ordinance which has the effect of amending the provision of the Order.

This is the function of the Legislature.

Anthony Clarke, who had been charged on information containing four counts, pleaded guilty to one count of possession of an imitation firearm with intent to put another person in fear contrary to section 22(1) of the Firearms Ordinance. The judge sentenced him to a term of imprisonment of 5 years, the last 2 of which were suspended. He ordered that all the time the accused spent in custody on remand is to be counted towards his three year sentence.

Lavarod Outten pleaded guilty to 3 gun offences and was sentenced to a term of imprisonment for 5 years on each count to run concurrently with each other. The judge went on to indicate that for the avoidance of doubt, the accused will serve 3 years in

prison followed by consecutive 2 years suspended period of imprisonment.

Ernst Dolce was convicted for possession of a firearm and was sentenced to a term of imprisonment of 3 years and a further 2 years to be suspended.

In relation to Anthony Clarke, the court said the judge did not correctly apply the provisions of section 22(1) of the Firearm Ordinance when imposing the mandatory minimum term of imprisonment of not less than 5 years.

“The judge was wrong to take the provision of section 3 of the Suspended Sentences Ordinance into consideration,” Mottley added. “ A court has no discretion to apply the Suspended Sentences Ordinance where a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment is prescribed in another Ordinance. There is no scope for a discount for a plea of guilty to an offence under the Firearm Ordinance which carries a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment of 5 years. The Court may order that the mandatory sentence should commence from the date of arrest provided that the defendant has been in custody.”

In relation to Lavardo Outten, the Court also said there is no scope for a discount where a person enters a guilty plea in relation to the mandatory minimum term of 5 years imprisonment under the provisions of section 3(3) of the Firearm Ordinance.

Mottley said the provisions of section 3 of the Suspended Sentences Ordinance is limited in its scope.

“It only applies to a situation where a court imposes a sentence for a term of imprisonment of not more than two years. In imposing the suspended sentence, the court may order that the sentence shall not take effect unless during any period specified in the Order, the accused commits another offence punishable with imprisonment.

The court is restricted from passing a suspended sentence unless the court is of the opinion that the nature of the case is such that a sentence of imprisonment would have been appropriate even without the power to suspend the sentence. In addition, the court in exercising the power to suspend the sentence must be satisfied that the sentence can be justified by the exceptional circumstances of the case,” the Barbadian jurist added.

“It should be noted that a suspended sentence is not an alternative to imprisonment but it is in fact a form of imprisonment. A sentence cannot be suspended until it has actually been imposed. It is only the execution of the sentence which is suspended.

Section 3(2) of the Suspended Sentences Ordinance expressly provides that the period specified in any order made under sub-section (1) must be for a period of not less than one year and not more than two years from the date of the making of the order. Judge Shuster purported to order that the suspended sentence which he imposed should commences after Clarke had completed serving three years imprisonment. In any event, such an order would be clearly outside the power given to the court under section 3(2) of the Suspended Sentences Ordinance which required a court to specify in the order it is making that the suspended sentence should begin at the date of the making of the order.”

Mottley said the concept of suspended sentence is that the court is of the opinion that a term of imprisonment is merited for the offence but the exceptional circumstances are such that the sentence may be suspended.

“The effect of this is that the person does not go to prison immediately. Under the provisions of the Firearm Ordinance, once convicted the person has to be sent to prison for a mandatory minimum of

5 years. The imposition of suspended sentences and the imposition of a minimum mandatory sentence of 5 years are inconsistent with each other. For the reasons stated above, the provisions of section 3(3) of the Suspended Sentences Ordinance do not and cannot apply to a sentence under section 22(1) of the Firearms Ordinance,” he continued.

“In the opinion of the Court it was not open to the judge to pass the sentence in which he ordered that Clarke serve 3 years in prison and that two years of his sentence be suspended. The sentence was ultra vires the power granted to the court under section 3(3) of the Suspended Sentences Ordinances. It was also contrary to the mandatory terms of imprisonment which the judge is required to impose under section 22(1) of the Firearms Ordinance.

By section 22(1) of the Firearms Ordinance, the judge is mandated to impose a minimum sentence of not less than 5 years. As stated previously, section 3(1) of the Suspended Sentencing Ordinance limits the application of the Ordinance to circumstances where the court considers that the appropriate sentence which ought to be imposed on an accused is not more than 2 years.

In view of the limitation contained in section 3 of the Suspended Sentences Ordinance, it is clear that this provision has absolutely no application to the mandatory minimum sentence of 5 years under the Firearms Ordinance.

As stated previously, the intent behind the suspended sentence is that, while the suspended sentence is a term of imprisonment, the court has decided to suspend the sentence due to exceptional circumstances of the case the result is that the defendant does not go to prison immediately. The provisions of the Firearm Ordinance require a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment so that the defendant goes to prison immediately.”

Governor John Freeman praises deputy Hon. Anya Williams continued from page 1

In a population size like this, the number of roles that need to be filled by politicians and non-politicians and by people like you (journalists)... it’s not (meant) to comment on the talent pool anywhere, but it’s miraculous that such a small pool can produce so many good people.”

The Governor stressed that permanent secretaries and accounting officers are “absolutely critical” for governments and the “proper use of monies”.

He added: “Of course the public service here isn’t perfect. I mean, I don’t know one that is. There have been criticisms about its interface with the public. Of course you have to train and equip public servants adequately if they are going to discharge their duties properly, and governments have to make sure that they are adequately housed and equipped.”

When asked about the recent issues and complaints from, and involving, TCI civil servants, Governor Freeman responded: “I can’t give a specific update on every individual incident, not because i don’t want to but because I don’t pretend to know everything that’s happening here in every detail. For example, dealing with the immigration (and) queues at the airport is important to deal with and I know the Deputy Governor and others have all been very involved, but of course, it is the Ministry (of Immigration) that is responsible and who has the primary responsibility in constitutional terms, to address that.”

He continued: “Take the Community College, which is not a part of the public

service. The responsibility for arrangements there falls principally upon the board of the community college and of course the Ministry of Education can’t be indifferent to it. I mean, over 90 percent of all funding to the Community College comes directly from the public purse, therefore no ministry can pretend it has nothing to do with it. One can go on about this, and there may well be other instances you can cite. I’m not claiming everyone is perfect, but when issues are identified they should be dealt with and I don’t think you will find any member of the government disagreeing with that either.”

The Governor said Government ministers and Permanent Secretaries must know and understand their respective roles.

“I’m not wishing to sound as if I’m giving a constitutional lesson,” he said, “but sometimes it helps to clarify where these responsibilities rest. The Permanent Secretary should run the department in a way that is serviceable to the minister or the elected representative’s objectives. They (Permanent Secretaries) should run it also in a way that is serviceable to the Governor’s objective.

Integrity is required in an independent public service. They should run it in a manner that is efficient in the discharge of public monies, and it’s not an accident that the expression ‘the buck stops here’ refers to money. I don’t actually think it is that complicated to define that. The accounting officer, the Permanent Secretary, has very particular responsibilities which are absolutely theirs and they can answer before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC).”

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Two high-powered smuggling boats intercepted in one day

By Todeline Defralien

The smuggling of illegal Haitians into the Turks and Caicos Islands has gone to a more sophisticated level, as two highpowered boats instead of the regular wooded sloops were intercepted in less than eight hours on Thursday, April 26th 2018.

The first boat named Bay Liner, a blue and white 20-foot fibre glass boat with two inboard engines, was intercepted four miles off Providenciales around 1 a.m. on that date, with a total of 40 Haitian nationals (32 males and 8 females) onboard.

At 8 p.m. on the same day, the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force Marine Branch Sea Guardian Boat, intercepted an illegal 30-foot, blue and white vessel with two outboard engines near West Caicos.

A total of 50 Haitian nationals (36 males and 14 females) were apprehended and taken into custody and transported to Providenciales to be processed by Immigration Officials.

The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force continue to appeal to the general public who may have any information on this or any possible illegal boat entry, no matter how small is asked to contact 911 or Crime

The two high-powered boats used in smuggling of Haitians Stoppers at 1- 800-8477 immediately.

The illegals Haitians were turned over to Immigration officials for processing and transported to the Detention Centre until repatriation.

For the first months of this year there was a huge surge in illegal Haitian immigrants being smuggled into the Turks and Caicos Islands, prompting TCIG to ask the United Kingdom for assistance which came in the form of the Royal Navy Ship,

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Mounts Bay.

While the ship was in TCI waters, the illegal boats stopped coming, but the smugglers have seemingly realised that the UK war ship has left.

At a recent media breakfast, Governor Dr. John Freeman indicated that the ship will not be here permanently.

When asked by media when will the ship leave the TCI and what

are the plans for the royal navy ship, the Governor added: “I am not going to discuss about what security deployments we make.... I don’t think it is appropriate to comment on it and I won’t comment on therefore exactly where RFA Mounts Bay is.

In terms of the U.K’s support I think the important thing is, they came when the surge appeared and when we asked for assistance. They will be alert to our interest if we are faced with similar problems again.”

The Governor also refused to comment on the capability of the Radar and where RFA may be.

“I don’t want to say whether exactly if a boat is here or not here, but clearly it is not here all the time.

It has other duties which it has to do, but I don’t think that it is conducive to the objective we all have in mind.

What is the objective about having and making sure that we have a whole of Government approach including radar, a necessary ship, Police and all the rest of them? Our objective is to deter and prevent, but deterrence means they must believe those who might which to engage in actions which are illegal that they can’t make assumptions that actually this time is a good thing. I think that it is not in the interest of the objective to talk more than necessary about specifics.”

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The Bahamas still accepting patients from TCI, says NHIB

By Todeline Defralien

National Health Insurance Board (NHIB) wants to make it publicly clear that The Bahamas continues to accept patients from the Turks and Caicos Islands, contrary to reports circulating in the community.

In a statement issued to The SUN, the NHIB said that assertions being made about beneficiaries being denied access to care in the Bahamas due to the delay or non-payment of outstanding bills are “baseless and false”.

“We have long standing arrangements with over eighty 80 National Health Insurance Plan (NHIP) network providers in the Bahamas who provide services to NHIP beneficiaries,” NHIB said,

adding that they will be investigating the genesis of these false and baseless rumors, which seek to tarnish the good name and reputation of the NHIB.

NHIB said it has been in touch with the majority of these providers including the major facilities who accept their patients. These major facilities are; Doctors Hospital, Princess Margaret/ Physician Alliance, The Bahamas Heart Centre and The Bahamas Cancer Centre.

The statement further noted that as of Monday April 25th, 2018, NHIB has five (5) patients admitted to hospitals in the Bahamas as well as two (2) patients who are outpatients receiving care.

“All major providers and facilities in the Bahamas are ready and willing to accept our patients without

consternation. In fact, the NHIB will be hosting a delegation from Doctors Hospital, May 14th-15th, 2018 to discuss our existing relationship and explore additional options for NHIP beneficiaries.”

The NHIP continues to maintain a diverse network of providers in the Bahamas, Cayman Islands, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, etc. who are ready and willing to respond to the service needs of their beneficiaries.

NHIB stressed that they wish to reassure the public that they will continue to provide all beneficiaries with the required services locally and overseas in accordance with the provisions of the Plan.

The National Health Insurance Board (NHIB) was

established under the National Health Insurance Ordinance 2009, as a statutory body. NHIB’s goal is to facilitate the provision of accessible, affordable and quality health care services to all its beneficiaries as specified in the ordinance.

The National Health Insurance Plan is modeled on social principles, which are: The Plan will provide equity and access for those who need medical attention, not just those who can afford to pay for it.

The contributions of those who are better off will pay for the care of those who are more vulnerable and the contributions of those who don’t need medical care will help to pay the costs of those who are sick.

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18th May 2018 at the offices of Temple Mortgage Corporation Ltd., Temple Financial Centre, Leeward Highway, Providenciales. Conditions of sale may be obtained from Temple Mortgage Corporation Ltd., The Temple Financial Centre, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, telephone (649) 946-5740.

Interested persons may bid by way of sealed tender delivered not later than 4:00 p.m. Thursday, May 17, 2018 addressed to Temple Mortgage Corporation Ltd., Temple Financial Centre, Leeward Highway, Providenciales clearly marked “AUCTION BID-MAY18TH 2018.” Should the bid meet the reserve price and constitute the highest offer, the property will be considered sold to the person making the bid. Note that a 10% non refundabledeposit is required immediately from PARCEL NO. 60713\90K47 (C203), the successful bidder at the auction.

CHESHIRE HALL AND RICHMOND HILL,PROVIDENCIALES Note that Temple Mortgage Corporation This property comprises a second floor studio Ltd. accepts no responsibility in respect of apartment in building C of the Queen Angle the receipt or otherwise of sealed bids and Resort and comprised of an approximate floor prospective purchasers are encouraged to area of 780sq ft. ensure safe delivery of sealed bids to Temple Registered Proprietor: M & E Enterprises Ltd. Mortgage Corporation Ltd. in good time and further to attend at the auction to ensure The auction will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday that the bid is properly made.

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Over 1,700 illegal’s repatriated over 15 months

By Todeline Defralien

Just over 1,700 persons were repatriated over the past 15 months in the Turks and Caicos Islands, according to Deputy Premier and Minister of Border Control and Employment, Hon. Sean Astwood.

In the Ministry of Border Control first quarter report 2018 on enforcement activities it revealed that 1,335 persons were repatriated in 2017 and during the first quarter of 2018, 432 persons have been repatriated to several counties in the region and elsewhere.

Addressing a press conference with Premier Hon. Sharlene CartwrightRobinson at the Premier’s Officer on Friday April 20th, 2018, Hon. Astwood said, “Despite reduced operations and apprehension due to nature, 1,335 persons were repatriated in 2017 compared to 491 persons repatriated in 2016. During the first quarter of 2018, 432 persons have been repatriated to several countries in the region and elsewhere.

During the Month of January, a total of four (4) sloops landed in Providenciales from Haiti, one in Five Cays area and three (3) in the North West Point Area.”

After the hurricanes, operations ceased for a period of time for humanitarian reasons. The resumption of both apprehension and repatriation exercises were critical elements in the Government’s comprehensive immigration policy.

Astwood noted that the business places inspected by Immigration and Labour Commission were: Somewhere café, Provo stevedoring, Delicious Dishes, Proverce Restaurant, Shay Café and Danny Bouys.

According to the report, during the Month of January 2018, the Immigration Enforcement Unit and Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police (RTCIPF) apprehended seventy (70)

persons and repatriated sixty-six (66).

Apprehended nationals and genders were: Haitian – 55 (44males and 11 females), Dominican – 7 (5males and 2 females), Venezuelan – 2 (2 females), Jamaican – 5 (5 males) and Indian – 1 (1 male). Repatriated nationals and genders were: Haitian - 62 (43 Males and 11 Females), Dominicans - 2 (Two males), Venezuelan - 1 (One Female) and Jamaican - 1 (1 Male).

During the Month of February 2018, Immigration Enforcement Unit apprehended 30 persons and repatriated 26 persons.

Apprehended nationals and genders were: Haitian – 14 (11 males and 3 females), Dominicans – 9 (7 males and 2 females), Vietnamese – 4 (4 males), Colombian – 1 (1 female) and Napoleon – 2 (2 males). Repatriated nationals and genders were: Haitian - 15 (12 males and 3 females), Dominican - 8 (7 males and 1 female), Vietnamese - 1 (One male), Colombian - 1 (Female) and Napolen - 1 (One male).

During the Month of March 2018, the Immigration Enforcement Unit apprehended343 persons and repatriated three hundred and two (302) persons to six (6) countries.

Apprehended nationals and genders were: Haitian – 317 (269 males and 75 females), Dominican – 19 (14 males and 5 females), Jamaican – 3 (2males and 1 female), Pilipino – 1 (1 male), Bulgarian – 1 (1male) and Iranian – 2 (2 males). Repatriated nationals and genders were: Haitian - 282 (216 males and 66 females), Dominican - 16 (11 males and 5 females), Jamaican 1 - (One female), Pilipino – 0, Bulgarian - 1 (One male) and Iranian - 2 (Two males).

During the Month of February 2018, one sloop was apprehended by the Marine Branch while attempting to enter the TCI illegally. This incident resulted in eighty-three (83) males and

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fifteen (15) females being repatriated to Haiti.

Persons repatriated age ranged from 17 years to 43 years.

“Noteworthy is that, Operation Guardian began on February 5, 2018.

This joint operation included the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, Labour Officers, Planning, Business License, Environmental Health and the Immigration Department. Almost ten (10) business establishments were visited and inspections of employees undertaken. These actions resulted in several employees being removed from jobs as their working was contrary to the conditions on their status in the country,” Astwood explained.

In addition, District Inspections were conducted in the Five Cays Area, Blue Hills Area, Leeward Area, and Downtown Providenciales.

These operations resulted in thirty-three (33) apprehension of persons residing in the Islands illegally.

The report also revealed that during the month of February 2018, nine (9) persons were placed before the courts on charges such as unlawful entry, remaining in Islands beyond the permitted time, employing persons contrary to Immigration Ordinance and failing to comply with directions contrary to the Immigration Ordinance.

During February 2018, seven (7) persons were apprehended on Grand Turk and one (1) on North Caicos. They were all repatriated.

Operation Guardian continues and during the month of April two (2) significant operations were conducted.

As a result, seventy-seven (77) persons have been apprehended and are being processed. Apprehended nationals and genders were: Haitian – 69 (sex was not determined as yet), Dominican – 6 (sex was not determined as yet) and Jamaican – 2 (sex was not determined as

Deputy Premier and Minister of Border Control and Employment, Hon. Sean Astwood yet).

Astwood added: “March was an unusual and challenging month in several ways. During the first two weeks of the month, there were five (5) illegal vessel landings. The high level of illegal vessel landing resulted in the Island receiving maritime assistance at the request of the Premier from the United Kingdom with the arrival of The Royal Navy ship, RFA Mounts Bay. I would like to thank the Foreign and Commonwealth Office for their assistance in this regard.”

Operations in March 2018 were conducted with the RTCIPF in various areas of Providenciales included; Dock Yard, (Kew Town) Freddy Yard, (Leeward Highway), Snake Hill,(Blue Hills) Darka Yard, (Blue Hills), New Sub Division (Five Cays), main areas of Five Cays, Leeward Gates and job sites in the Leeward Area.

He noted that to mitigate against the number of undetected landings, special night patrols were conducted by Immigration and Police Officers.

The laws of the Turks and Caicos Islands mandate that persons holding Work Permits must always be in possession of the same. Citizens are encouraged to carry, where possible, a Government issued identification as is done in many developed countries as there may be occasions when operations extend to the highway or transport systems.

•Completion of high school and technical training required.

•Majority of work shift requires standing or walking 90% of the work day •Many tasks require sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, and/or positioning to accomplish tasks •Able to lift and carry up to 50+ lbs. are common and up to 150 lbs. with assistance •Reaching is required at all levels throughout the work period •Climbing of stairs is required and may require up to 50% of the time •Previous hotel maintenance experience preferred •Able to work efficiently under time constraints •Able to work independently and with others •Provides employees with the information needed to perform their job effectively •Orients employees to the department and resort and provides on-thejob training on job responsibilities •Prioritizes and assigns work •Provides feedback to the employee and department manager on the employee’s performance of job responsibilities •Key Skillsand Requirements: •Technical Service Skills… Demonstrate understanding of the technical service skills for assigned area (i.e. food and beverage service, housekeeping, etc.)

•Performance Management, Supervisory… Demonstrate ability to relate to, communicate with, and motivate employees to sustain high performance and quality levels.

•Organization… Demonstrate ability to proactively prioritize needs, put first things first, and effectively manage resources and time.

Salary $40,000.00 per annum and is based on experience and qualifications.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

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.

*POSITIONS MARKED WITH (*) ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. Interested applicants should apply to The Shore Club, Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday, and bring along an updated resume, or by emailing your resume Attention Tiersa Hall, Director of Human Resources at careers@theshoreclubtc.comno later than end of day Monday, May 4th, 2018. The Shore Club HR Office can be contacted at (649) 339-8000

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Report from April 25th Cabinet meeting

His Excellency the Governor, Dr John Freeman, chaired the 9th meeting of Cabinet on Wednesday, 25 April 2018, at the Hon. Hilly Ewing Building on Providenciales.

All Ministers were present except the Hon. Minister of Home Affairs, Transportation and Communication and the Hon. Minister of Tourism, Environment, Heritage and Gaming.

AT THIS MEETING CABINET:

· Advised His Excellency the Governor to approve the issuing of a public tender notice for the lease of Crown Land Parcels 20313/22, 20313/23 and 20314 on South Caicos in accordance with Section 34 of the Crown Land Ordinance;

· Advised His Excellency the Governor to approve the grant of a 25-year lease over Crown Land Parcel 60603/18 on Providenciales to Allan Grant on behalf of Allan’s Trucking for the construction of a mechanics shop and storage facilities;

· Advised His Excellency the Governor to approve the issuing of a public tender notice for the lease of Crown Land Parcel 60804/142 on Providenciales in accordance with Section 34 of the Crown Land Ordinance;

· Advised His Excellency the Governor to approve the re-parcelling of Crown Land Parcel 10203/309 and Parcel 10203/157 subject to agreement between the proprietor and administrator of Parcel 10203/157 and TCIG;

· Approved a proposal, subject to amendments being made and returned

to Cabinet, for an amnesty on penalties Recovery Task Force to co-ordinate the on outstanding arrears of hotel and post-hurricane recovery effort in TCI; tourism tax payable under the Hotel, · Noted an information paper Restaurant and Tourism (Taxation) from the Ministry of Finance upOrdinance to be presented in due course dating Cabinet on progress following to the House of Assembly for approval; publication of the consultancy report on

· Endorsed TCI’s membership the review of TCI’s Statutory Bodies; of the OECD Inclusive Framework on

· Advised His Excellency the Base Erosion and Profit Sharing (BEPS) Governor to approve the draft National and authorised the TCI Competent Investment Policy 2018; Authority to exchange financial

· Approved the write-off of information of multinational entities both Business Licence and Scholarship registered in TCI via the Country- Contribution Arrears and instructed by-Country Multilateral Competent the Attorney-General’s Chambers to Authority Agreement signed by TCI in prepare the necessary documentation June 2017; for forwarding to the House of Assembly

· Approved business licence for approval; applications by Sky Poultry Farm

· Received an up-date by Ltd and Stanbrooks Law to operate His Excellency the Governor on the businesses in areas of restricted hurricane preparedness meeting held business activity in accordance with the at the DDME Office in Providenciales Business Licensing Regulations; on 23 April;

· Approved a MSME Concession · Received an up-date by the Order to Sky Poultry Farm in relation to Hon. Premier on matters relating to its business operation on Providenciales the Board of the NHIB and on the in accordance with the MSME recruitment of a new CEO of Invest Development Ordinance 2015; TCI;

· Agreed to circulate to Cabinet

· Was informed by the Hon. for approval a policy on the waiver of Premier of her request to His Excellency customs duties on materials imported by the Governor to prorogue the House of individuals to replace items destroyed or Assembly on 27 April; damaged in the September hurricanes;

· Received an up-date by the

· Approved appointments to the Hon. Attorney-General on progress on National Honours and Awards (NHA) TCIG’s engagement with the EU Code Committee for a period of one year with of Conduct Group in relation to the effect from 25 April 2018; exchange of tax information;

· Approved appointments of

· In response to a request by the members to the District Boards of Hon. Minister for Health, Agriculture, Middle Caicos, North Caicos, Salt Cay Sports and Human Services, received an and South Caicos; up-date by Her Excellency the Deputy

· Approved the compilation and Governor on progress on contracts for terms of reference of the TCI National the repair of roads on Grand Turk.

We are currently seeking a qualified applicant to fill the position of CraneOperator

REQUIREMENT:

•Minimum of 5 years experience in Crane Operation.

•Must be in good health to meet the demands of physically challenging work.

•Must be available for emergency calls and be able to work at nights and weekends.

•Must submit a clean driver’s license •Minimum of high school passes in English and Mathematics or any other technical subject (Preference given to certification in Crane operation) •Must be Crane Inspection and Certification Bureau certified (CICB) •Must be able to speak fluent English language

Operate Equipments as directed by the Terminal Manager as it relates to Stevedoring Work at the Port of Providenciales and/or the Port of Grand Turk, including Crane, Top Loader, Reach Stacker, Front Loader, Man Lift, Excavator, Jockey Truck, Fork Lift and Scale.

•Discharge and backload ships using Equipment as directed by the Terminal Manager.

•Discharge cement/blocks from ships using Equipment as directed by the Terminal Manager.

•Discharge of bulk aggregate and sand from ships using Equipment as directed by the Terminal Manager.

•Loading of full container loads (FCL) onto trucks and chasse.

•Stocking palletized cargo.

•Stocking empty units/containers.

•Assisting with the disposal of garbage and debris from ships.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE TO: •Discharge and Backload container vessels •Ensure that the equipment is serviced and certified to carry out duties •Carry out all other duties as directed by the Supervisor Salary Range: US$20.00 - $23.00 per hour All applications must be submitted by December31st, 2015.

Human Resources Manager Provo Stevedoring Ltd. P.O. Box , South Dock Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Fax: (649) 946-4828 Email: cagreene@provostevedoring.com

Turks and Caicos Sun Suite#5, Airport Plaza Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands Tel: (649) 339-5879 Fax: (649) 941-3281 Email: sun@suntci.com Read us online at www.suntci.com Publisher & Editor-in-Chief: Hayden Boyce Graphic designer Information Technology and Production Manager: Kelano Howell Todeline Defralien Reporter

The Turks and Caicos SUN is a subsidiary of The SUN Media Group Ltd. We are committed to excellence in journalism, educating and informing our readers, serving and satisfying our advertisers and assisting in the overall development of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

British Caribbean Bank Limited British Caribbean Bank Limited Senior Compliance Officer The Senior Compliance Office provides advice, guidance and support to business units in adhering to regulatory/compliance requirements and assists in implementing compliance initiatives to help manage regulatory risk.

Requirements •Works independently as the senior officer and may coach and educate others. Individual contributor role providing specialized expertise or may lead a small team of specialists.

•Considered a subject matter expert within a given area working closely with business partners, auditors and/or regulators.

•Contact for business management, regulators and external/internal auditors with assistance from Management, dealing with routine information.

•Provides day to day interaction and support to Management.

•Oversees/executes and/or performs tasks from end to end.

•Focuses on short to mid-term issues (e.g. monthly-quarterly).

Qualifications •Bachelor’s degree or progressive work experience •5-7 Years of related experience •Proactive approach to problem solving •Creative and prudent approach to providing solutions •Good communication skills / team player / good partner •Knowledge of policies, procedures, regulatory requirements Salary range for this position begins at $32,000 per annum and will commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

Interested persons may contact our Corporate HR department by submitting your resume with qualifications and experience to: hr@wihl.com Please also submit a copy to the TCI Labor Department Closing date for application submission is May 11th, 2018

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HELP FOR ASHLEY'S LEARNING CENTRE

EXTRAORDINARY MINDS ASHLEY'S LEARNING CENTRE, WAS THE RECIPIENT OF FUNDS AWARDED FROM THE NYC EASTERN CARIBBEAN RELIEF FUND! THE NYC EASTERN CARIBBEAN RELIEF FUND HAS DONATED FUNDS THROUGH THE BLUE HAVEN MARINA TO HELP WITH MUCH NEEDED REPAIRS TO THE ONLY SCHOOL IN TURKS AND CAICOS THAT PROVIDES EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS. IGY MARINAS STRONGLY SUPPORTS THE FUND FOR ITS EFFORTS OF REBUILDING THE CARIBBEAN AFTER HURRICANES IRMA AND MARIA.

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL TO INTRODUCE A NEW MIDDLE SCHOOL

THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF THE TCI BROKE GROUND FOR ITS BRAND NEW, PURPOSE BUILT FACILITY WHICH WILL HOUSE GRADES 7, 8 AND 9. THE BUILDING WILL BE BUILT TO FACILITATE STUDENT LEARNING AND SET UP WITH THE APPLICATION OF TECHNOLOGY IN MIND. STUDENTS ARE ABLE TO BE INVOLVED IN PARTS OF THE DESIGN PROCESSES AND WILL HAVE CLASSROOMS WHICH ARE DESIGNED FOR ITS FLEXIBILITY ALLOWING COLLABORATIVE AND INDIVIDUAL LEARNING. PRINCI PRINCIPAL, KATIE HINKS STATED “I AM SO EXCITED ABOUT WHAT WE CAN OFFER HERE: A TRULY INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION FOR OUR STUDENTS, WHICH WILL SET THEM UP FOR THE FUTURE WHICH THEY ARE DESTINED FOR. WE ARE TRULY BLESSED WITH THE SUPPORT OF OUR BOARD AND OUR PARTNERS AT WIHL. WE OWE A HUGE DEBT OF GRATITUDE TO THEM FOR THEIR CONTINUED SUPPORT AND COMMITMENT TO THE HIGHEST QUALITY OF EDUCATION FOR OUR STUDENTS.”

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TCIG committed to a strong and reliable Telecommunications Industry

The Ministry of Telecommunications is committed to a having a robust and reliable telecommunications infrastructure in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

This was the assurance given by Minister of Home Affairs, Transportation and Communications Hon. Vaden Delroy Williams after recently meeting with the country’s two telecommunications providers Flow and Digicel during which he was updated on their achievements and future plans, including work being done to upgrade networks following hurricanes Irma and Maria in September 2017.

Hon. Williams stated: “I was quite pleased with the wealth of detailed information provided

by Digicel and Flow and I was also impressed by the significant investment they continue to make in upgrading their networks and in other important areas. A robust and reliable telecommunications infrastructure is an integral component in the functioning and development of any modern society. It is within that context that my ministry and my government intends to work closely with the service providers to make certain that the Turks and Caicos Islands is adequately equipped with the latest and best technology.”

He continued: “We are one of the most stable and fastest growing economies in the Caribbean and we

pride ourselves in being a high-end tourist destination. In addition, we have a very diverse and vibrant population that relies heavily on telecommunications as a function of their daily lives, so we have to remain on the cutting edge of technology.”

The Minister said he was particularly satisfied that both companies reaffirmed their commitment to providing free WiFi in certain areas, including at the airports in Providenciales and Grand Turk.

“In our Change Document we made a promise to create pubic zones for free Wi-Fi and my ministry and my government will ensure that this goal is achieved. The Turks and Caicos Islands is too small for there to be a digital divide in this country.

While of course the providers have to make a return on their investments, I think they must also strike a balance and give consideration to the critical role that they must play in the area of social advancement, and by that I simply mean that there should be no area or person in this country that cannot enjoy the benefits and privileges of having access to telecommunications technology.”

Flow has been providing free Wi-Fi at their local stores throughout the island and at all the public schools throughout the country in all administration buildings and computer labs.

Minister of Home Affairs, Transportation and Communications Hon. Vaden Delroy Williams

In terms of specific updates provided to the Minister, Digicel said it is re-building better, with Fiber to the homes (FTTH) and Fiber to the business (FTTB) in Providenciales and Grand Turk. Providenciales is three months to completion of underground fiber project and service to homes in Blue Hills will begin within three weeks. Digicel also told the Minister that Grand Turk rebuild

work has commenced.

Flow indicated that it has accelerated the restoration work and upgrades, and they are making great progress, as the restoration work nears completion.

Delleriece Hall, Country Manager, Flow TCI informed that they have significantly upgraded their distribution network in Providenciales, making it possible for most customers to access Superfast Broadband and Flow TV. The community of Five Cays had full access by April 15th.

The Country Manager also noted that optimization work, or the final fine-tuning process is ongoing and customers will experience an increase in speeds on both mobile and fixed services.

She also reported that customers in Grand Turk will soon experience the superfast and reliable speeds as we roll out Fiber to the Home (FTTH), the latest generation ultrahigh speed broadband connection.

In addition, Flow has launched a study program for all CXC students which allows students to access a learning/study database at no charge or Wi-Fi cost to them.

Digicel has provided community Wi-Fi at the Princess Alexandra Park in Providenciales, the Digicel Store and Police A Division in Grand Turk and the Digicel store in South Caicos. More locations will be added.

Mobile Clinic coming to Providenciales

By Todeline Defralien

A Mobile Clinic is coming to Providenciales soon with the aim of making services more accessible to the communities.

This was revealed

by Hon. Edwin A. Astwood, Minister of Health, Agriculture, Sports, & Human Services during a press briefing held on Monday April, 23rd, 2018 at the Premier’s Office in Providenciales.

He said, “A strong primary Health Care system is an essential component to any health care system. Investment in this area has been lacking in the past, however my government has seen fit to prioritize primary health once again, in order to improve universal access to quality health care for all residents of the TCI. Other initiatives which are coming on stream include investment in upgrading of Primary Health infrastructure;

including the new Primary Health Clinic in Kew, North Caicos, which will be ready for handover soon, the new clinic in Bottle Creek, on which construction is expected to begin momentarily, completion of a model of Primary Health Care, to be implemented with technical assistance from the Pan American Health Organization and the operationalizing of the mobile clinic in Providenciales, which will be the first of its kind in the TCI.”

In addition to this, Astwood noted stated that his Government is prioritizing the strengthening of Primary Health Care through a number of initiatives, including increased budgetary provisions being made to recruit additional staff in the new financial year, which will include two additional Medical Officers, Registered Nurses and physiotherapists.

The Ministry of Health, Agriculture, Sports,

and Human Services is now placing greater focus on healthy lifestyles initiatives. To this end, a number of events are planned annually and the Ministry is partnering with local NonGovernmental Organizations in order to educate the general public about health lifestyle practices, including the importance of a well-balanced diet and regular exercise.

Astwood added: “A greater need to focus on disease prevention and early detection is required in order to reduce the burden on secondary care. It is hoped that with an emphasis on healthy lifestyles and prevention and control of non-communicable diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, heart disease and cancer, that we can realize a reduction in premature deaths and disability which may result from these conditions.”

“With the addition of the Sports Department to the Ministry of Health’s

portfolio, we look forward to greater synergies in promoting physical activity in schools and throughout the country. The School Nutrition Policy has been approved, in principle,

by Cabinet and focuses on the health, nutrition and wellbeing of our children. In addition, the Department of Agriculture has been promoting its ‘Eat What You Grow, Grow What You Eat’ initiatives in our schools and communities. As a country, we need to focus on what our children are being fed, in addition to providing opportunities for them to engage in regular physical activity,” The Minister of Health explained.

Astwood further noted that the Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) through the Ministry of Health, Agriculture, Sports, and Human Services is charged with ensuring that residents have access to sustainable, comprehensive and high-quality

Labou

Hon. Edwin A. Astwood, Minister of Health, Agriculture, Sports, & Human Services health services and programs taking into consideration value for money.

“With that being said, my government is keen to see that the health care provided to the population of the TCI is not only is cost effective but that it is of High Quality and in keeping with best practices both locally and overseas, and believe that by placing the focus on primary health care, it will help us achieve a healthier, more productive and empowered nation.”

Old Police canteen being extended for office space

By Todeline Defralien The old Police Canteen on Airport Road, Providenciales to include additional office spaces, said Minister of Infrastructure, Housing and Planning, Hon. Goldray Ewing.

He told The SUN the works were sponsored by the National Crime Agency of the United Kingdom who also paid for equipment and training for Police Departments over all the Overseas Territories.

Ewing said work on the canteen

started in June 2017 but stopped due to both storms and resumed in March 2018. It is expected to be completed by the end of July 2018.

He noted that the National Crime Agency used their own tendering and procurement procedures with this project and that the project was not funded by Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG).

The SUN understands that Hall Construction is the contractor for this project.

Construction taking place at the Police Canteen

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FortisTCI announces staff promotions

FortisTCI has announced a series of promotions of executives, technical and support staff across its Corporate Services and Operations divisions to support the Company’s management team and to help develop employees in various departments.

In the Corporate Services Division, Shernelle Capron has been promoted to Director of Financial Services and Supply Chain Management. In this new role, Mrs. Capron will oversee the company’s financial operations and direct corporate financial planning and analysis and has responsibility for the supply chain management function.

Prior to this, she served as Manager of Financial Services.

Shatel Williams-Wilson, former Senior Internal Auditor, has been promoted to Manager of Internal Audit. She has responsibility for risk assessment, design, testing, reporting and corrective action management for all internal audit activities. Mrs. Williams-Wilson also focuses on advisory services that contribute to the company’s operational, compliance and financial objectives.

Talisha Simons, who until recently served as Director of Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, has been promoted to Senior Director of Corporate Communications and Public Affairs. Her new responsibilities include advocacy, issues management and government relations. Miss Simons also directs the internal and external communication functions for the company.

Seven employees in the Company’s Operations division have been promoted. Tarek Fulford is now a Mechanical Technician II, having previously served as Mechanical Technician I, and will also be assigned as a team leader. In his new role, Mr. Fulford will carry out preventive and corrective repairs to plant mechanical

FortisTCI recognizes recent staff promotions(left to right):Mathew Williams - Technician II & Team Leader, Corelle Kelly - Technician I, Shatel Williams-Wilson - Manager of Internal Audit, Perez Lightbourne - Plant Operator, Level I, Shernelle Capron - Director, Financial Services & Supply Chain Management, Linval Cox - Plant Operator, Level III, Talisha Simons - Senior Director of Corporate Communications & Public Affairs, Tarek Fulford - Mechanical Technician II,Murice Francis - Electrical Technician III, Joseph Higgs Plant Operator, Level III (not pictured) equipment and other company assets.

Murice Francis assumes a new role as Electrical Technician III and is responsible for carrying out preventive and corrective repairs to plant control and electrical equipment and other company assets.

On the Facilities Management team, Corelle Kelly has been promoted to Technician 1, with responsibility for performing routine maintenance and repairs to all facilities and equipment under his department. Mathew Williams is now Technician II and a team leader. As a team leader, Mr. Williams is responsible for leading and performing routine maintenance

and repair tasks for all facilities and equipment under the responsibility of the Facilities Management department.

Junior Plant Operators Perez Lightbourne, Joseph Higgs and Linval Cox have been promoted to Plant Operators, Levels 1 and III respectively. As Plant Operator Level I, Mr. Lightbourne works under the direction of the Senior Operator to carry out all necessary tasks to ensure the functional operations of generation units and response to system abnormalities that may occur during shift duty.

Messrs. Higgs and Cox will

assist the Senior Operator with effective systems controls, continuous system condition monitoring, efficient generation unit dispatch and timely response to system contingencies.

In congratulating the newly promoted employees, FortisTCI President & CEO Eddinton Powell stated: “An organization is only as good as its people. In an era of rapid technological changes and changing stakeholders’ expectations, we must continuously invest in developing a strong, talented workforce that enables the company to deliver on its commitments, mission, and obligations to stakeholders.”

Trees planted at Cheshire Hall Plantation for Earth Day

Members of the community from various sectors converged at Cheshire Hall Plantation on Friday, April 20th, 2018, to plant trees and support environmental goals that address our planet’s environmental challenges.

The tree-planting event was sponsored by Beaches Turks & Caicos and was hosted by the Turks & Caicos National Trust, in collaboration with students and teachers of Clement

Howell High School’s Environmental Club, and DECR’s Pine Recovery Project Manager Bryan Manco.

The above-mentioned activity was a follow-up to an Earth Day 100 Trees Initiative which started in 2016, initiated by Beaches Turks & Caicos, through Public Relations Manager, Elanor Finfin Krysnowski and TCNT’s Executive Director, Ethlyn Gibbs-Williams.

The National Trust was grateful to receive the

gift of trees as the site has lost 30% of its trees as a result of the devastating effects of hurricanes Irma and Maria in September 2017.

Approximately two dozen native trees were added to the Cheshire Hall Plantation landscape, including four (4) Caribbean Caicos Pine saplings.

Caicos Pine is an endemic tree, regarded as the National Tree of the Turks & Caicos Islands, and is an important part of

the country’s ecosystem. A recovery project is currently underway.

The Turks & Caicos National Trust is an ardent supporter of environmental protection and advocates for safeguarding the country’s natural heritage. This Earth Day tree planting exercise will certainly encourage the efforts of the National Trust in propagating native plants in the nursery at the historical site.

Earth Day, or the

International Day for Mother Earth, is the largest civic day in the world that promotes the importance of trees and keeping the earth clean and green.

Trees have a very important role in absorbing carbon, cleaning and cooling the air; stabilizing soils; recycling nutrients for agriculture and supporting habitats for wildlife - just a few of their gifts to humanity.

Let’s keep planting trees!

Man 23, charged following deadly shooting in March

A 23-year-old man is now charged with Murder, Causing Grievous Bodily Harm, Discharging of a Firearm and Discharging Ammunition, following the deadly shooting incident on Friday, March 23rd, 2018 that

left one woman dead and a 17-year-old injured. The charged man remains in Police custody.

A second man, a 21- year-old is still in police custody as investigation continues.

If you have any information into this incident no matter how small, please contact the Chalk Sound Police Station at 3385901, 941-8082, 911 or call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-8477.

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Florinda Gardiner-Talbot appointed as IHC Deputy Contract Performance Manager

The Turks and Caicos Government is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Florinda Gardiner-Talbot as the new Interhealth Canada Deputy Contract Performance Manager within the Ministry of Health and Human Services.

Mrs. Gardiner-Talbot holds an MBA (Distinction) in Hospital and Health Services Management and a Bachelors (Hons) Health and Social Care from the University of Bedfordshire in Luton, UK.

A North Caicos native and former Educator, with 11 years of experience in Primary Education, Mrs. Gardiner-Talbot was among the first employees of the National Health Insurance Board (NHIB); serving in the capacity of Senior Enrollment and Billing Officer.

Mrs. Gardiner-Talbot later having relocated to the UK, served in the Clinical Wards and Out Patients Department of the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital, United Kingdom. She worked as a Registered Manager of the Care Quality Commission, United Kingdom where the role involved managing multiple Care Homes designed for the Elderly and People with Learning Disabilities.

In managing numerous aspects of the care homes which included finance and

human resources, her across the hospital. important capacity, given the dynamic responsibility was

M r s . and complex nature of the health care to guarantee that G a r d i n e r - T a l b o t sector. This area has always been the homes operated can be considered one of my passions and I intend to according to the a high achiever utilize all the skills and experience regulated activities having been the gained over the years both locally and and complied with recipient of several internationally to make a positive and legal requirements, awards including: notable impact within the Ministry of f a c i l i t a t i n g the Bedfordshire Health.” r e g u l a t o r y Edge Employability

Deputy Governor Anya inspections and Award, University Williams in congratulations stated; audits. of Bedfordshire, “We are pleased to welcome Mrs.

B e f o r e Luton, UK 2013 Gardiner-Talbot to the Turks and returning to the and the Community Caicos Islands Civil Service and to Turks and Caicos Voluntary Work congratulate her on her new role. As Islands in 2017, Mrs. Award, University the Deputy Contract Performance Gardiner-Talbot of Bedfordshire, Manager within the Ministry of was the Clinical Luton, UK 2013. Health, Mrs. Gardiner-Talbot will be Governance and Mrs. Florinda Gardiner-Talbot She also received directly responsible for the oversight, Regulatory Control special recognition monitoring and evaluation of the IHC Administrative for conducting two Hospital Contract, which is a key Manager with Spire Regency Hospital, major studies under the themes: responsibility.

United Kingdom which involved The Impact of Incarceration on the

We are certain that her previous developing and coordinating audit Mental Health of Young Offenders background and skills in Hospital and activities to comply with governance and Identifying the Challenges and Health Services Management will be an strategy and the requirements of the Developing Solutions for the transition asset to the Turks and Caicos Islands National Health Services Contracts, of a Government Managed Healthcare Government and am pleased that she facilitating regulatory inspections service to a Public Private Managed decided to return to the Turks and and audits in the hospital, overseeing Healthcare Service in the Turks and Caicos, where we are certain, she will consultant’s clinical professional Caicos Islands be of tremendous help in transforming fitness to practice, assisting in the Commenting on her our healthcare sector and our hospital management of the hospital’s adverse appointment Mrs. Gardiner-Talbot delivery programs. Welcome home event reporting processes, ensuring said; “I am elated to be afforded Florinda and welcome to the Turks and robust investigation and feedback the opportunity to serve in such an Caicos Islands civil service.

TCIG appoints new Tax Officers and Senior Tax Officer

Following the successful promotion of former Tax Officers Natasha Ewing and Ruthann Gardiner last year to the posts of Senior Tax Officers within the Ministry of Finance, the Turks and Caicos Islands Government is pleased to announce the appointments of Ms. Condisa Ewing and Ms. Yelena Roberts to the role of Tax Officers in the Turks and Caicos Islands Providenciales Revenue Department and Ms. Kristen Brown to the role Senior Tax Officer within the Grand Turk Department, which previously fell vacant due to a transfer to another quasi government agency.

Ms. Ewing holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration & Management from Everest University formally Florida Metropolitan University in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. With nearly 15 years’ experience in the Finance Industry. She began as a Outwards Payments Processing Officer at Barclays Bank now renamed First Caribbean International Bank prior to leaving for University.

After returning home she continued in the Finance Industry as a Business Support Officer with the International Banking Group and then joined the team at the Royal Bank of Canada where she held various roles such

as Teller, before being promoted to Operations Support Officer within the Sales Department and later the Client Assistant Officer.

While Ms. Roberts, who holds a Bachelors of Science degree from the New England Institute of Technology in Warwick, Rhode Island now located East Greenwich, Rhode Island, previously served as File Clerk at Scotia Bank, Guest Relation Liaison Officer at Alexandra, Financial Administrator at the TCI Red Cross and has served as the Administrative officer for the Revenue Department within the Ministry of Finance since August 2016.

Ms. Brown completed her studies at the Turks & Caicos Islands Community College, obtaining a Bachelors of Science degree in Business Studies with specialization in Finance and Management. Prior to this appointment she worked with the Financial Services Commission since 1998 as a Temporary Clerical Officer, in 1999 earning the title of Data Processor, then Revenue Officer, Examiner/Administrative Clerk, Senior Insurance Administrator and in 2015 was promoted to Insurance Analyst/Supervisor in the International Insurance Unit.

Ms. Brown has also participated in the CFATF XLIV

(L to R): Ms. Yelena Roberts, Tax Officer – Ms. Condisa Ewing, Tax Officer Plenary Meeting that was hosted in Providenciales and also was given the opportunity to attend seminars such as Anti-Money Laundering Training Seminar and Regional Insurance Workshop Kingstown, St. Vincent Commenting on these appointments Deputy Governor Anya Williams stated; “Congratulations is extended to all three ladies on their recent appointments and promotion.

During their tenure as Tax Officers and Senior Tax Officer they will have the opportunity to work in all three sections of the Revenue Department: Compliance, Business Licencing and Audit and Investigation which represents vital components of TCIG’s

Ms. Kristen Brown, Senior Tax Officer day to day operations.

“We continue to see significant interest in new entrants joining the civil service as well as a significant number of promotions within the civil service as a whole, which is commendable. Ms. Ewing, Ms. Roberts and Ms. Brown will play vital roles in the collection, monitoring and enforcement of TCIG revenues and we are happy to have them as a part of our team as we continue to build on the successes of the Revenue Department which is highly efficient and has made great strides in the area of collection and enforcement over the years.”

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Sailrock partners with community to clean-up South Caicos on Earth Day

Employees from Sailrock Resort kicked off their Earth Day celebration with an island-wide effort to rid South Caicos of all litter that failed to find its way to a nearby trash can.

Earth Day, which is aimed at supporting environmental protection and promoting sustainability, is celebrated annually by the Turks and Caicos Hotel Associations who, in conjunction with resorts throughout Turks and Caicos, host the annual TCI Shines event where volunteers go throughout the islands cleaning up litter to preserve the natural

beauty of the islands.

The Sailrock volunteers, led

by Reservations Manager Eka Arsani and Cost Controller Paul Elliott, spent their time in South Caicos leading the efforts to pick up litter along roads, pathways, the marina, community gathering spots like Queen’s Parade Grounds and local residences.

Volunteers from Sailrock were thrilled to participate in the Earth Day celebration because they understand the importance of sustainability and supporting a clean environment in a small community.

“As a local South Caicos resident and past student of Marjorie Basden High School, it was indeed my pleasure to participate and work alongside some of the students and volunteers. I was thrilled to hear about the opportunity to participate in a clean-up campaign and I look forward to many more,” Elliott said.

To help support the effort, Sailrock Resort donated supplies such as garbage bags, gloves for protection, drinking water and provided equipment for the volunteers.

Sailrock Resort, which previously founded the South Caicos

Heritage Foundation to support the South Caicos community following Hurricane Irma, remains committed to continuing their efforts of preserving and supporting the rich history and culture of South Caicos.

The Earth Day Network was founded on April 22nd, 1970 and is the world’s largest environmental movement committed to activating the environmental movement worldwide. To learn more about participating in next year’s TCI Shines’ please visit http://www. turksandcaicoshta.com.

FortisTCI Introduces 1st electric vehicle and charging Station to TCI

FortisTCI recently introduced the first electric car in the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) as part of the company’s electric vehicle (EV) and charging station pilot program.

The program includes a sixto-12 month feasibility study that will provide insight into this new technology for interested customers in the TCI.

This Electric Vehicle (EV) is a Nissan Leaf Acenta that is 100% electric. It features a 30kWh battery which when fully charged can drive up to approximately 100 miles.

In a release issued on their website on Thursday, April 19th, 2018, FortisTCI President & CEO Eddinton Powell said, “While the EV market has yet to evolve in the TCI, EVs are now being adopted globally and across the Caribbean as an alternative to gasoline and diesel engines. These cost-effective ‘greener’ zero emission vehicles are poised to transform the transportation industry and the energy sector. FortisTCI is preparing to meet the future energy demands of our customers in both traditional and nontraditional ways.

This strategic approach is in line with FortisTCI’s commitment to offering environmentally sustainable energy solutions to the TCI and we’re very excited to launch this project.”

As a first step in introducing

the vehicle, the vehicle services team at FortisTCI participated in an EV repair and replacement training from April 9th to 12th. The training was facilitated by Megapower Ltd., a Barbados based company that offers EV sales and services across the Caribbean. On Friday April 13th, FortisTCI also hosted a training session for emergency responders that covered topics such as an introduction to EVs and response to accidents involving these types of vehicles.

“By the end of this year, FortisTCI will launch its one megawatt (1MW) large-scale, utilityled solar project. This development is planned in conjunction with the Rocky Mountain Institute-Carbon War Room (RMI-CWR), a global leader in creating clean, resilient, and affordable energy solutions by working with utilities and governments. The 1MW project will encompass several sites across the islands,” The released added.

The EV and charging station pilot program is the latest environmentally sustainable energy solution in which FortisTCI is investing. In 2017, the company installed and commissioned its first grid-tied solar energy systems on two commercial properties on Providenciales. FortisTCI offers gridtied solar programs to both commercial and residential customers across the

FortisTCI President & CEO Eddinton Powell stands alongside FortisTCI senior executives and staff to showcase the company’s Nissan Leaf electric vehicle TCI.

An electric vehicle charging station, also called EV charging station, electric recharging point, charging point, charge point and EVSE (electric vehicle supply equipment), is an element in an infrastructure that supplies electric energy for the recharging of electric vehicles, such as plug-in electric vehicles, including electric cars, neighborhood electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids.

As plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and battery electric vehicle ownership are expanding, there is a

growing need for widely distributed publicly accessible charging stations (some of which support faster charging at higher voltages and currents than are available from residential EVSEs).

Many charging stations are on-street facilities provided by electric utility companies or located at retail shopping centers and operated by many private companies. These charging stations provide one or a range of heavy duty or special connectors that conform to the variety of electric charging connector standards.

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Time to reduce electricity costs

By Oswald Skippings A blessing in disguise has been presented to TCIG government in the interest of Fortis customers.

In applying to government for ratification of increased rates on electricity, the company has paved the way for much needed negotiations that would allow for an overdue assessment and perhaps a revamping of the present agreement.

Whilst government didn’t have to wait on any such request by Fortis, it presents a timely and justifiable opportunity for government to take a number of prudent steps in an effort to bring down the high cost of electricity as opposed to increase the already exorbitantly high rates.

Government should seize this opportunity to bring in a recognized and qualified independent electricity auditor that would determine the true cost of electricity per kilowatt hour.

Coupled with an assent of fuel costs from the supplier, government would then know if consumers are not paying two times over for fuel considering the additional fuel surcharge that is levied on top of the power bill.

Government should also establish a fool proof checking system that ensures that fuel surcharge does not automatically increase when the cost of fuel is increased by their suppliers, but rather to kick in only when all on Island supplies at that time, are depleted.

On a slightly different note, this principle should also be applied

to on Island wholesale and retail suppliers.

Turks and Caicos government should not even consider such a request for increase in electricity rates without closely examining that portion of the agreement that allegedly allows for a 17% guaranteed profit by the company.

In so doing government should ensure that the profit is restricted to operational costs only and not the massive housing and building infrastructure and other unnecessary frivolities that are being undertaken

by Fortis, which in turn would dramatically effect the demand for increase in fuel prices if it embedded in that guaranteed 17% profit.

There has to be some kind of reconciliation with the guaranteed profit, infrastructure, actual cost per kilowatt hour, price increases and the infrastructure that is financed by customers who pay to have poles planted and wires installed to their homes and never get any kind of compensation whatsoever, not even a reduced power bill to offset their arbitrary investment in the company by financing the infrastructure to their homes which Fortis subsequently owns and proceeds to benefit from.

TCIG should also check to see if Fortis has insurance coverage which incidentally, may be included in their guaranteed profit margin and as such would be a miscarriage of justice to say the least, if the company is now requesting an increase in rates to offset expenses incurred as a result of the damage done to their infrastructure by

Oswald Skippings is a former Chief Minister of the Turks and Caicos Islands hurricanes Irma and Maria.

Furthermore, if insurance is not included in that 17% guaranteed profit, why not? Furthermore, having made their guaranteed profit and more, why isn’t insurance considered important enough to be covered from your excess profit gained over and above the guaranteed 17% profit ? Or, is there insurance but Fortis is testing the government’s alertness and is using this disaster to further price gorge the already overcharged consumers?

Before any such increases are considered and even if they are denied, there has to be some reconciliation

with this profit guarantee issue.

The issue of potential customers having to pay high charges to Fortis for installation of poles and wiring, must be examined with a view to regularizing this issue where the customer is repaid in some manner for an investment where the returns go only to Fortis and not to the investor customer who still has to pay his power bills.

Is Fortis an accomplice to illegal immigration, illegal squatting and illegal building by allegedly supplying electricity to numerous illegal customers and illegal shacks that cannot pass planning inspection and pose health and safety threats in our communities?

If this is proven to be true, Fortis should be held responsible for such illegal and irresponsible actions and dealt with according to law.

The recent past practices of the governor and or government arbitrarily approving electricity rates proposed by Fortis without any serious checks and balances whatsoever, should no longer be the order of the day. No responsible government should allow that to continue.

There are so many areas where Turks and Caicos people are being exploited and shortchanged because of a lack of conscious, caring and daring governance. It is about time our political representatives take the initiative and represent like real governments do. I have all hopes that these measures are being taken now in this case.

There are over 91 nationalities in TCI - Can we assimilate and make TCI the best place? (Part 1)

By Drexwell Seymour

In TCI, there are over 91 nationalities, over 31,000 legal residents and only 12,000 are locals. In the workforce, there are over 25,000 persons and of that, an estimate of less than 8,000 are locals.

It is really important that we find the means and ways for the locals and the other nationalities to love each other and blend and live together in harmony in TCI because “United We Stand, Divided We Fall”.

In my opinion it should not be about US (locals) vs THEM (expatriates) or THEM vs US. I am conscious of the fact that there is some division among us as locals and some may say we need to be united first as locals before we can unite with others. As long as TCI continues to develop, the population landscape of the TCI will continue to change dramatically and so let all of us use this change as an opportunity to make the TCI one of the best places in the world to live by assimilating with each other.

Sometimes the very words spoken among us drift us apart. For example; 1) “The locals are lazy” 2) “The locals do not like foreigners” 3) “Foreigners do not like locals” 4) “I belong here, you are not from here” 5) “This place so backward, back home we did it like

this” 6) “We cook the best” 7) “WE dress the best” 8) “You foreigner” Go back where you come from” 9) You are not from here. Keep your mouth shut 10) “You’ll come here and want to take over” 11) “You’ll TI people too passive” 12) ‘”My country is independent and so we think independently” 13) “ You’ll have a colonial state of mind” 14) “I don’t understand you”ll people” 15) One thing we don’t play where we come from.

16) Are you from here? You don’t act like the rest of them.

17) You’ll too small minded. You’ll need to travel 18) They don’t have anything in this place.

Sometimes, our behaviours drift us apart as well which are as follows; 1) Some people in TCI are racists and very blatant with it. (Notice I say some).

2) Some of us discriminate against others based on their profession, income, or origin of their country.

3) The majority of the residents hang out with their own ethnicity including having their own churches.

4) Hiring unqualified people and paying them more or hiring qualified people and paying them less.

5) Denying qualified locals an opportunity for a job or a promotion.

6) Not giving locally owned business an opportunity

Drexwell Seymour to do the work.

7) Making fun of the way different nationalities pronounce their words.

8) The construction of illegal structures – One rule for some and one rule for others.

9) Operating jitneys without a transportation license.

10) Threatening to call members of the Immigration Board to disapprove a work permit.

11) Some of us just act like we are better than others.

12) Denying some expatriates, the opportunity to volunteer at organizations in TCI. 13) Misleading job advertisements.

14) Sense of Entitlement.

(To Be Continued next week)

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Skin cancer screening

By Dr. Marsha Barnett

Believe it or not, skin cancer is actually the most commonly diagnosed cancer worldwide! Luckily, in many cases, early detection and removal of the abnormal growth in an office setting is all that is required to achieve a cure.

In a few cases however, whether because of late detection or the type of skin cancer, extensive surgery and even chemotherapy may be required. And whilst most skin cancers do not metastasize or spread to distant areas in the body, melanomas do! This makes quick diagnosis and management essential.

Skin surveillance in a doctor’s office is advisable for most person but it is especially true if you have risk factors for skin cancer such as a history of sunburns, a lifestyle where you are repeatedly in a sunny environment, a light complexion that rarely tans but instead gets red on sun exposure and a personal or family history of skin cancer.

However, it’s not good enough to go into your doctor every year to get your moles checked. You must also be familiar with what to look for in case something presents on your skin that you need to get checked before your next scheduled visit.

SO, WHAT SHOULD YOU LOOK FOR? •Your mole is changing Any sudden change in a mole should not

be ignored. This is called the ABCDE out, especially if the mole is new or rule. Check your moles for asymmetry, changing. Also, when melanomas do border, color, diameter and evolution. occur in dark skinned individuals they In particular, a quickly evolving are more likely to arise in these areas. mole where obvious changes are seen in symmetry, color or size must be •You experience changes to an area checked by a doctor. Other changes after having a mole removed like bleeding, crusting or itching to a once asymptomatic mole must never be If you’ve had a mole removed ignored. and you start seeing pigmentation or a bump or lump that’s extending outside •An ‘ugly duckling’ mole the scar, this is extremely concerning.

Even if you were told that the original

Many persons have numerous mole was not a cancer, visit your moles all over the body. But pay doctor for a review as this may signal attention to a mole that doesn’t look a recurrence of a skin cancer that was like any of the others, or is the lone mole not previously diagnosed. on an otherwise spot-free area. This may need to be biopsied or removed •There’s a dark streak on your nail as having a mole that is obviously different from the pattern on the rest Melanomas can occur in the of the body, is a sign for concern. nail. Most often it is seen as a streak involving the entire length of the nail •You have a ‘pimple’ that won’t go or may be limited to the base of the nail Dr. Marsha Barnett away and cuticle. This is why it is important to remove your nail polish when you see Wear sunscreen religiously with a SPF

Some skin cancers, like basal your doctor for a skin check especially 30 or above. Reapply every 2 hours cell or squamous cell skin cancer can if you noticed an abnormality to the when in the sun and wear water proof look like a bump. Unlike a regular nail before coming in. varieties when swimming. Whenever bump, no pus or cheesy material will possible, avoid the sun in the midday come out of it when you squeeze it and •There’s a black spot inside your hours between 10 am and 3pm and it may actually have an indented area. cheek partner with your doctor by being A central crust or sore that will not aware of any changes in your skin and Melanomas not only affect the having your skin examined at intervals. heal or clears but keeps recurring is skin but also the mucous membranes. also a tell-tale sign.

That includes inside your cheek, nasal *Dr. Marsha Barnett is a general •You notice a mole on your palm or cavity, anal region and the genitalia. It practitioner who also specializes sole may be difficult for you to inspect these in dermatology. For questions areas which is why it is important that or comments, please contact at

Many people have moles on the you get these areas examined.” drmarshabarnett@gmail.com or at soles of their feet or the palms of their The number one risk factor for Associated Medical Practices - 946hands, but they should be checked developing skin cancer is sun exposure. 4242.

Expose the Governor, Madame Premier!

Country Manager – Grand Turk (TCI)

By Oswald Skippings

We are all aware of the British age old game of convenient colonialism, hence no conscious politician or voter for that matter, should be in any haste whatsoever to validate any British claims or assertions against an elected government in an overseas territory.

The governor however, has exposed himself and afforded our Premier a clear and unobstructed opportunity to expose the British and vindicate her and her PDM administration from what is tantamount to flagrant and brazen allegations of falsehood, apathy and incompetence in her government.

She is now free to produce the cabinet papers presented by her and her ministers proposing the rehabilitation projects for our airport terminal, school buildings, community centers, government buildings and so on, that were devastated by hurricanes Ike, Irma and Maria.

Honorable premier expose the governor by showing to the public when these proposals were presented to cabinet and overridden by the governor himself.

In the case where it may have been any civil servants obstructionists, as permanent secretaries, or other financial officers, department heads or managers, produce your written directives or requests and expose them too.

This has escalated way

A vibrant, fast paced group of attraction companies is seeking a dynamic individual to join its Senior Management Team as Country Manager for its Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos Island operation. The Country Manager’s job involves financial planning, effective cost management, leading Managers, Supervisors and general staff on internal business processes, managing tour operations, best business practices and alignment with Corporate Offices.

Oswald Skippings is a former Chief Minister of the Turks and Caicos Islands beyond a word and blame game, the ability and credibility of you and your government have been placed on the line by her majesty’s government and you have wherewithal to easily and convincingly defend that and put this matter to rest leaving no doubts whatsoever in the minds of both your supporters, non supporters and your haters.

I often wonder why we allow ourselves to be inextricably entangled in webs that may so easily be disentangled.

Madam Premier the governor apparently unknowingly, opened the door, so walk in and expose them all and put them to shame, put this matter to bed and restore your credibility and that of your PDM government.

The successful candidate is expected to: o Tertiary level qualification in Business/Tourism/Technical/Financial discipline. o Have minimum 5 years General Management experience. o Have a strong understanding of the internal business processes of Chukka Caribbean Adventures. o Have a strong understanding of how the Caribbean Tourism Sector operates. o Demonstrate strong business acumen with proven track record of successful team/company management. o Accomplishes objectives by establishing plans, budgets and results measurements; allocating resources; reviewing progress; making mid-course corrections. o Coordinates efforts associated with strategic goals in coordination with Corporate offices. o Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing ethical business practices. o Have excellent interpersonal skills at all levels, including people-management, leadership and both written and verbal communication skills. o Increase management’s effectiveness by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling and disciplining managers, communicating values, strategies and objectives; assigning accountabilities, planning, monitoring and appraising job results. o Demonstrate the ability to operate in culturally diverse environment (experience living abroad is desirable). o Have a full clean driving license.

Suitable candidates that do not meet the above requirements may, at the sole discretion of the Company management team, be eligible for consideration in circumstances where they demonstrate a clear willingness to embrace the Company’s in-house training initiatives and established standard operating policies and procedures. Preference will be given to documented Turks and Caicos Islanders.

Annual remuneration: US $72,000

Applications should be sent via email no later than May 30, 2018 to gtadmin@chukka.com

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“We the People in Grand Turk”

By Ed Forbes

It is high time the government puts the needs of our people first, not foreign businesses.

The small business community in Grand Turk is neglected.

Recently, we have had practically every politician and the media fighting about beach access in Provo, however the boat operators and beach in Grand Turk have been asking the government for years now to support us on four critical issues as it is vital to the success of our business. #1 BEACH ACCESS NEAR THE LOADING ZONE ON WHITE SANDS BEACH Currently, local vendors and boat operators do not have public access to the beach within a reasonable distance to loading zone. The public access was taken away by Carnival. Who approved this? #2 BUILD A PROPER BOAT

RAMP AT SOUTH DOCK NEAR JACK’S SHACK AREA.

there is an emergency, the Marine and Fisheries are NOT EQUIPPED to provide proper assistance. Can anyone explain why this is acceptable?

#4 PROVIDE PROPER BOAT MOORINGS (IF FEES ARE BEING ASSESSED TO BOAT OPERATOR’S LICENSES)

They have made it so difficult to do business in Grand Turk and it is taxing on our people. These large companies come in with huge promises to provide jobs for our people. It is evident that’s not the case.

Despite the advertisement in the papers, very few locals are able to secure these jobs. And to add insult to injury, the revenue does not stay in the country. If so, Grand Turk would be in a far better position than it is today.

One must realize the small businesses are the ones driving the local economy.

Honorable Premier Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson and Honorable Mr. Ralph Higgs, we understand your plight and the challenges facing the government, but we need your help please! We will be patient. We will be respectful. We will take our voices to the media, on talk shows and we will never stop until our people are treated the way they deserve to be treated.

Currently, the cement pavement is constantly buried with sand. This prevents local boat operators from pulling their boats from the water onto land with a boat trailer.

We have 2 options; either pay a local big equipment operator to pull Currently, boat operators up our boats or drive them around to North Creek. When there is inclement are required to provide their own weather North Creek is not safe to “makeshift” moorings. These are get into or out of. Why should we the not inspected or maintained by the boat operators be subjected to this Fisheries department. However, we are required to pay yearly fees for condition? Why is this accepted? moorings. Does this make sense?

It appears our voices don’t #3 PROVIDE THE MARINE AND matter and have landed on deaf ears.

FISHERIES DEPARTMENT IN Are we not important? Are small GRAND TURK WITH A DECENT boat operators services not needed to VESSEL support the tourism product? These

Currently, the Marine are all questions the government must department does not have a speed boat provide a valid response too.

I’m appalled that Carnival stationed on Grand Turk. We have one, two and sometimes three cruise ships Cruise Lines can practically dictate docked in Grand Turk on any given what they want but “We the people” * Ed Forbes is the Executive GT Water Sports day. This means there are hundreds have no voice and no advocate fighting Secretary Ventures Ltd. of tourists in and on the waters. If for our cause.

Crime Report VEHICULAR ACCIDENT CHARGES

On April 14th, Police on Providenciales arrested and charged 20-year-old man for the offence of Using a Motor Vehicle without Insurance, and two counts of Dangerous Driving in relation to a Vehicular accident that occurred on Saturday, March 31st, 2018.

A 38-year-old man was charged with the offence of Using a Motor Vehicle Without Insurance and Dangerous driving in relation to a vehicular incident occurred on Saturday, April 14th, 2018.

DRUG ARRESTS AND CHARGES

TWO SCHOOLS BURGLED

Police in Providenciales is investigating a Burglary that was reported to the 911 Centre on April 15th, 2018. The Burglar(s) gained entry through a window of the Champions for Christ School. Food and drink items were reported missing.

The Ianthe Pratt Primary School in the Bight Providenciales was also burgled on April 15th, 2018. It was reported that the culprit(s) stole two black cell phones. Value unknown.

This is still under investigation.

WOMAN ROBBED BY MASKED MEN

Providenciales Police are investigating a Kew Town Robbery that was reported on Tuesday, April 17th, 2018 around 4:00 a.m. According to the complainant, she was approached by two armed men who demanded money.

Stolen were a Turks Island Birth Certificate, important land documents and US$500.00 cash.

On April 14th, 2018, police also arrested and charged a 22-yearold man with the offence of possession of controlled drugs.

A 24-year-old is facing Drug Charges after his arrest on April 14th, 2018. The man, charged with the offence of Unlawful Possession of Controlled drug namely Cannabis, SOUTH ROAD FIRE-14 was released on bail in the amount of DISPLACED US$3500 and is scheduled to appear before the Magistrate Court on Police are still seeking information into Monday, April 23rd, 2018. an arson incident that was reported to

Police on Providenciales the 911 Center on Wednesday, April arrested and charged a 26-year-old 18th, 2018 around 9:00 p.m. in the man with the offence of Possession South Dock Road area. Fire Officials of Controlled Drugs, and Possession extinguished the fire, with no reports of Controlled Drugs with Intent to of injuries. Five wooded structures Supply. The man was released on were completely destroyed leaving 14 US$3000 bail. persons were displaced.

The Royal Turks and Caicos MAN ARRESTED AND CHARGED Islands Police Force continue to appeal WITH BURGLARY to the general public who may have any information that can assist in the

A 37-year-old man was detection of any crime to come forward, formally arrested and charged with or contact the Chalk Sound Police Burglary in relation to a report made Station at 338-5901, 941-8082, 911 or on March 16th, 2018 at a home on call Crime Stoppers anonymously at Aviation Drive, Providenciales. The 1-800-8477. man is still in Police Custody.

Chukka Caribbean Adventures (TCI) Ltd is about playtime! It’s about fun, laughter and a passion for life.

Every single member of the CHUKKA team in Jamaica, Belize and Turks & Caicos contributes to helping their guests play; they get to wow them at every turn with all that the Caribbean has to offer.

CRUISE RELATIONS OFFICER Maintain strategic relationships with the cruise partners, in an effort to provide up close and personalized service. The main objective being driving sales to the profitable tours, achieve sales targets and to consistently identify opportunities for sales growth.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES • • • •

• • • •

Meet and exceed pax per call year over year and in relation to the target.

Focus on pushing sales for the profitable tours and therefore consistently identify initiatives to push sales.

Respond to cruise complaints and issues within 24 hours.

Organize familiarizations trips for cruise members to include Shorex Managers, Cruise Directors and Captains and other employees of influence. All key cruise members must be consistently familiarized on new tour offerings improvements etc, Prepare weekly reports to track success of familiarizations trips. Use numbers to indicate the success or failure of these trips.

Ensure that our POS material is well presented on board at all times. Such as brochures and pull up banners.

Consistently organize training programs or sales collaterals for crew members or shorex managers that are new or needs to be re-familiarized.

Provide a report to the Country Manager as it relates to the aesthetics, uniforms, operations, standards etc.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: • • • • • • • • • • •

Associate/First Degree in Management Computer literacy May occasionally be required to work beyond normal hours Good administrative management skills Business acumen Mental fortitude Ability to use imitative Ability to handle complaints Good oral and written communications skills Effective planning and execution Confidence in public speaking

ANNUAL REMUNERATION: US $27,000 Applications along with CVs/ Resume’ can be submitted via Email to: gtadmin@chukka.com, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

It’s time to play!

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VACANCY- REVENUE PROTECTION FIELD OFFICER PROVIDENCIALES Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified individuals for the position of Revenue Protection Field Officer, FortisTCI, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands.

Description To ensure the integrity of the Metering Environment and to support the technical requirements of the Customer Service Department.

Main Duties Key Responsibilities:  Assist with the investigation and reporting of cases involving power diversion.  Assist with the examination of meters for evidence of tampering or faults.  Examine wiring connecting meter to outside power lines and building circuits.  Recommend service connection upgrades where the service is susceptible to power diversion, inaccurate billing or safety hazards.  Recommend and participate in efforts to reduce non-technical losses.  Coordinate with Line Crew on works requiring Line Support.  Conduct Home Energy Audits in accordance with the Company’s policy and procedures.  Assist with the installations, disconnections, reconnections, rechecks, readings and closures of meters as approved work orders are assigned.

VACANCY- REVENUE PROTECTION FIELD OFFICER GRAND TURK Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified individuals for the position of Revenue Protection Field Officer, FortisTCI, Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands.

Description To ensure the integrity of the TCU Metering Environment and to support the technical requirements of the Customer Service Department.

Main Duties Key Responsibilities:  Assist with the investigation and reporting of cases involving power diversion.  Assist with the examination of meters for evidence of tampering or faults.  Examine wiring connecting meter to outside power lines and building circuits.  Recommend service connection upgrades where the service is susceptible to power diversion, inaccurate billing or safety hazards.  Recommend and participate in efforts to reduce non-technical losses.  Ensure that all Metering works are tracked and documented in the Company’s Enterprise Asset Management System.  Coordinate with Line Crew on works requiring Line Support.  Conduct Home Energy Audits in accordance with the Company’s policy and procedures.  Assist with the installations, disconnections, reconnections, rechecks, readings and closures of meters as approved work orders are assigned.

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 Construct and install CT Metering services.  Participate in Renewable Energy Program installations where applicable.  Conduct thorough inspections of electrical services as required

by Customer Service Administration and Billing.  Follow all safety regulations as outlined in accordance with EUSA manual and follow EUSA work procedures.  Be familiar with FortisTCI Electrical Connection Standards and beable to identify when connections do not meet the required standards.  Any other duties as may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements  Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology.  Working knowledge of metering systems.  At least 5 years’ experience in utility services or related field.

Abilities, Skills, Experience, Aptitude & Judgement  Must possess high ethical standards.  Police Record should be in good standing.  Knowledge of country laws and company policies and procedures applicable to illegal use of electricity.  Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.  Familiar with GPS and Mapping systems.  Goal-oriented and self-motivated to apply needed initiative.  Ability to work under pressure and in environments that may be adverse.  Valid Driver’s License is required.

Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Deadline for submission of applications (inclusive of a cover letter, resume and a FortisTCI application form) is Wednesday May 9th, 2018 to: Avi Adams Manager, Human Resources FortisTCI Limited P. O. Box 132, Providenciales Email address: hrapplications@fortistci.com or aadams@fortistci.com

 Construct and install CT Metering services.  Participate in Renewable Energy Program installations where applicable.  Conduct thorough inspections of electrical services as required

by Customer Service Administration and Billing.  Follow all safety regulations as outlined in accordance with EUSA manual and follow EUSA work procedures.  Be familiar with FortisTCI Electrical Connection Standards and beable to identify when connections do not meet the requiredstandards.  Any other duties as may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements  Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology.  Working knowledge of metering systems.  At least 5 years’ experience in utility services or related field.

Abilities, Skills, Experience, Aptitude & Judgement  Must possess high ethical standards.  Police Record should be in good standing.  Knowledge of country laws and company policies and procedures applicable to illegal use of electricity.  Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.  Familiar with GPS and Mapping systems.  Goal-oriented and self-motivated to apply needed initiative.  Ability to work under pressure and in environments that may be adverse.  Valid Driver’s License is required.

Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Deadline for submission of applications (inclusive of a cover letter, resume and a FortisTCI application form) is Wednesday May 9th, 2018 to: Avi Adams Manager, Human Resources FortisTCI Limited P. O. Box 132, Providenciales Email address: hrapplications@fortistci.com or aadams@fortistci.com

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We are currently seeking a qualified applicant to fill the position of a Mechanic REQUIREMENT: •Minimum of 15years experience in mechanical equipment.

•Must be in good health to meet the demands of physically challenging work •Must be available for emergency maintenance calls at nights and weekends.

•Must submit a clean driver’s license •Minimum of high school passes in English and Mathematics or any other technical subject (Preference given to certification in plumbing) •Must be able to Order and Receive Parts from oversees •Must be able to speak fluent English language Equipment and Facilities Maintenance as it relates to Stevedoring Work at the Port of Provienciales and/or the Port of Grand Turk: •Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventative maintenance plan for Stevedoring equipment recommendation.

•Ensure equipment are in good repair and available to support operation needs and requirement and coordinate with terminal manger as needed.

•Assist with the training of equipment operators on proper use of equipment and pre/post operation maintenance checklist.

•Assist with the safe keeping of equipment including working with operations managers on equipment key assignment.

•Liaise with the vendors on the procurement of parts and services required to keep equipment in good repair.

•Maintain equipment usage log.

•Maintain inventory of spare parts.

•Custodian for all equipment maintenance records and ensures that records are maintained consistent in a manner approved by management.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE TO: •Repair and maintain fixtures, replacing or mending broken machinery •Attend Emergency call out after hours when necessary •Carry out all other duties as directed by the Supervisor Salary Range: US$15.00 - $18.00 per hour All applications must be submitted by February 15th, 2015.

Human Resources Manager Provo Stevedoring Ltd. P.O. Box 921, South Dock Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Fax: (649) 946-4828 Email: cagreene@provostevedoring.com

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PROVO GOLF CLUB

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Provo Golf Club is seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the following opening. Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.

GOLF PROFESSIONAL JOB SUMMARY •Provide competent golf instruction to members and guests.

•Run Golf Clinics for larger groups needing instruction.

•Assist with organizing charity golf events at PGC. •Fully co-ordinate group events from start to finish.

•Assist in tournament sales and set up.

•Assist in a variety of other Professional Golf duties at PGC. REQUIREMENTS •Must have membership in PGA of America or Canada.

•Strong computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel and Publisher.

•Minimum (2) years or more experience as a Golf Professional.

•Proven organizational skills.

Remuneration for this position will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Please submit applications to: Veronica Rigby, Provo Golf Club, P.O. Box 124, Regent House, The Regent Village, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, Tel: (649) 946-5126; Fax (649) 9465191; Email: ronnie@habgroup.com Interested Belongers must also submit copies of their application to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2.

Closing date for application is May 7, 2018.

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PEOPLE AND PERFORMANCES THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

FortisTCI is proud to announce the promotion of these executives and employees from various departments and congratulates them on their achievements.

Keep up the good work!

Joseph Higgs Plant Operator, Level III (not pictured) Mathew Williams Technician II & Team Leader Corelle Kelly Technician I Shatel Williams-Wison Manager of Internal Audit Perez Lightbourne Plant Operator, Level I Shernelle Capron Director of Financial Services & Supply Chain Management Linval Cox Plant Operator, Level III Talisha Simons Senior Director of Corporate Communications & Public Affairs Tarek Fulford Mechanical Technician II Murice Francis Electrical Technician III “An organization is only as good as its people. In an era of rapid technological changes and changing stakeholders’ expectations, we must continuously invest in developing a strong, talented workforce that enables the company to deliver on its commitments, mission, and obligations to stakeholders.”

- Eddinton Powell FortisTCI President & CEO

2017 Winner

Allied Member of the Year

www.fortistci.com | 649-946-4313

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RELIABILITY. AN EVERYDAY PARTNERSHIP.

Having a well-run, well-maintained energy grid is key to providing you with reliable electricity service.

As your energy partner, this is our commitment to you.

You may not always see us, but our crews are always at work, maintaining your power and improving reliability. Any time. All the time.

2017 Winner

Allied Member of the Year

www.fortistci.com | 649-946-4313

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 Assist Supervisor with collections process for all customer groups.  Prepare payment plan agreements for approval.  Prepare monthly collections reports.

VACANCY – SENIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE OFFICER GRAND TURK Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified individuals for the position of Senior Customer Service Officer, FortisTCI, Grand Turk Turks and Caicos Islands.

Description  To organize and direct the billing activities of the Billing Service Area.  To ensure the integrity of the billing system.  To ensure that customer billing queries and requests are attended to in a timely manner.  Research and recommend improvements in the billing process.

Main Duties BILLING  Assist Supervisor with billing for Grand Turk and Salt Cay.  Prepare monthly reports and reconciliations as directed by the Supervisor.  Ensure that all exception reports are completely addressed each month.  Prepare and submit all billing adjustments for approval.  Conduct all activity pertaining to meters in the system – “Move ins, Changes, Move Outs”.  Prepare operational, analytical and statistical reports as requested.  Maintain all billing and metering reports for future reference.

CUSTOMER CARE  Prepare all customer adjustments for approval.  Review and post all customer payments.  Assist with the daily cash balancing process.  Handle customer complaints skillfully and respectfully.  Assist with the introduction of customer service initiatives.  Any other duties as may be assigned.

Academic/Technical/Management Experience &Qualifications:  Five to eight years of customer service related work experience.  Associates’ Degree in related field.  Basic knowledge of Accounting.

Abilities & Skills:  High level of direct customer contact requiring excellent written and oral communication skills.  Goal-oriented and self-motivated to apply needed initiative.  Ability to deliver to strict deadlines and to work under pressure.  Excellent planning, organizing and team building skills.  Must be proficient in Microsoft Work & Excel.

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications Deadline for submission of applications (inclusive of a cover letter, resume and a FortisTCI application form) is Wednesday May 9th, 2018: Avi Adams Manager, Human Resources FortisTCI Limited P. O. Box 132, Providenciales Email address: hrapplications@fortistci.com or aadams@fortistci.com

CREDIT CONTROL

SENIOR MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN 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 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.

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).  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 9th 2018 to: Mr. Avi Adams Manager, Human Resources FortisTCI Limited P. O. Box 132, Providenciales Email address: hrapplications@fortistci.com and aadams@fortistci.com

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TURKS & CAICOS SUN

LOCAL NEWS

Highlights from the 10th annual TCI Shines Cleanup Campaign

By Todeline Defralien

T

he Annual TCI Shines, a spruce-up initiative of the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association, in collaboration with the Tourist Board and DECR, took place on Saturday, April 21st, 2018.

Now in its 10th year, the cleanup was a huge success and well supported by the TCI community.

Areas that were cleaned up were, Leeward Highway (Children’s Park) in Providenciales as well as areas in North Caicos, South Caicos and Salt Cay.

Taking a keen interest in TCI Shines on Earth Day, the Clement Howell Tourism Club, led

by Junior Minister of Tourism, Zoe Butler joined this year in the efforts and cleaning up the Blue Hills area. All schools, companies and communities jumped on board and form groups in assisting with the cleanup efforts.

The following are photographs from this year’s clean up exercise.

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INTERCARIBBEAN AIRWAYS HAS THE FOLLOWING VACANCIES :

SAUNDERS & CO. Attorneys at Law

FINANCE MANAGER: Interisland Aviation Services Group ( including the airline interCaribbean Airways) is looking for a Finance Manager to perform the following duties 1/ Management of Accounts payable function and supervision of 4 AP staff based in Santo Domingo and Providenciales and 1 finance assistant 2/ Reconciliation of cost accounts in Profit and Loss account and Balance Sheet.

Applicants must be FLUENT IN SPOKEN AND WRITTEN ENGLISH and have 2 years experience as a Finance Manager, ideally in a multinational company.

Must be able to work independently and have excellent supervisory, communication and organization skills and be able to prioritize workload to meet weekly and monthly deadlines. Strong attention to detail essential. Salary range between $4,000- $4,500 per month.

Drivers : must have a valid TCI driver’s license, valid police record, 2 or more years experience in driving commercial passenger vehicle. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays. Wages $8.00 per hour.

Gardener : Experience and knowledge of gardening, to maintain healthy landscape surroundings, Must be willing to work outside in harsh weather condition and on Weekends and Holidays. Must have a clean police record and can work without supervision. Wages $7.50 per hour Domestic worker: must be willing and physically fit to endure the physical duty of lifting and bending. Wages $7.00 per hour.

Applications are invited for the position of Law Clerk to assist our attorneys with various legal matters. Only applicants with the following experience and skills will be considered: Excellent communication skills, both written and oral; • Candidate should have strong typing skills and advanced computer skills using Microsoft Word, PC Law, Lexis/Nexis, Excel and Outlook; • An ability to work without supervision on legal files; • An ability to work directly with clients without the presence of an attorney; • Skilled at drafting and preparing legal documents and correspondence, including pleadings, motions and affidavits; • An ability to attend to closings of real estate transactions; • A willingness to work long hours including weekends and holidays; • Must be punctual, organized and reliable; • Previous experience of no less than five (5) years working in a law office; and • Must have a Law Clerk’s degree or Law Clerk’s diploma from a recognized university or college or the equivalent.

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Aircraft Cleaners: must have a clean police record, be mature and hard working. Some computer skills required.

Interested candidates should send their resume to HR@intercaribbean.com

HOUSEKEEPING MANAGER*

•Provides supervision for the entire Housekeeping Department by monitoring, guiding, scheduling, disciplining and evaluating all staff within the department.

•Assist in managing personnel with matters regarding Housekeeping operations.

•Coordinates and works closely with Front office, Engineering and other departments as required.

•Provides supervision in maintaining the established standards of cleanliness, the orderly and attractive conditions on guest floors, public and employee areas.

•Executes the Housekeeping Department’s working rules and regulations set forth by the Executive Housekeeper.

•Helps monitor and maintain a healthy and safe environment for both guests and employees.

•Conducts and keeps records of goods received, staff schedules, inventories and cleaning projects for guest rooms and public areas.

•Familiarizes him /her self and carries out policies and procedures established by the Shore Club on Long Bay Beach.

•Carries out the following routine assignments: o Gives guidance for immediate improvement in weak areas and to new and existing staff in their professional development to prepare them for advancement opportunities. o Monitors the productivity of the laundry Operations and initiates effective methods and techniques to increase productivity and minimize costs effectively and responsibly. Assists the Executive Housekeeper in communicating to other departments or service providers the concerns relating to the laundry operation. o Manages administrative duties including payroll and operating expenses. o Assists the Executive Housekeeper in conducting disciplinary interview / inquiry with the staff as required within the parameters of the Resort’s code of conduct and the labor Code of Turks and Caicos local government. o Monitors the established procedures of staff’s efficiency in conjunction to providing service to guest. o Conducts daily inspection of guest rooms and provide feedback to room attendants. o Inspects guest rooms and Public Areas to ensure the hotel standards of cleaning are being maintained.

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Salary is commensurate with experience.

Interested parties should send a cover letter and resume to Saunders & Co., Attention: Office Manager – via Fax: 941-4533 or Email: info@saunders.tc and to The Ministry of Border Control and Employment, Labour Department, Providenciales.

The position is currently vacant.

o Assists the Executive Housekeeper in analyzing departmental expenses on an on-going basis to ensure performance against budget. o Assist in Executing the comprehensive and thorough coverage of all housekeeping cleaning activities set by the Executive Housekeeper o Maintains efficient communication with Front Office to provide information on the availability of guest rooms completed by housekeeping personnel. o Communicates closely with the Executive Housekeeper concerning guest complaints if the matter can not be resolved within the department. o Ensures that all established safety / security policies and procedures are observed in entire department to provide optimum security for guests and employees. o Immediately acts on guest complaints or request. o Required to cover Manager on Duty shifts as scheduled by the resort’s operation.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES •Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.

•Must possess basic computational ability.

•Must be able to stand and walk for long periods at a time and may vary from day to day depending on the task.

•Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS •High school or equivalent education required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

•Must Have Three to Five years’ experience in a supervisor or managerial position in Housekeeping or Rooms Division.

•All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance per standards.

Salary $35,000.00 per annum and is based on experience and qualifications.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

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. *POSITIONS MARKED WITH (*) ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. Interested applicants should apply to The Shore Club, Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday, and bring along an updated resume, or by emailing your resume Attention Tiersa Hall, Director of Human Resources at careers@theshoreclubtc.comno later than end of day Monday, May 4th, 2018. The Shore Club HR Office can be contacted at (649) 339-8000

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JOB VACANCY PORT FACILITY COMPLIANCE OFFICER Reporting Officer: Financial Controller Supervises: N/A

Salary Grade: 3

Location: Providenciales Port

Position Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Financial Controller, is responsible for the compliance, operations and calculations of revenues due to the Authority whilst safeguarding our ports technical systems, keeping them operable at all times.

Requirements: Proficiency in basic word processing, spreadsheets and database programs are required.

Qualifications and Experience: •Must possess a High School Diploma with passes in English and Math; or higher •Ideally have attended a UK approved PFSO training course; •Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures; •Knowledge of computers and relevant software applications; •Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.

Essential Functions: •Applies the requirements of the international Port Safety (ISPS) Code and the Marine Operations Plan;

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•Officer must be versed in the International Maritime Dangerous Goods code (IMDG), for the necessary containment and transportation of any hazardous materials; •Files and maintains records of pre-arrival notifications; •Receives and scrutinizes all manifests; •Compares bills of lading against manifest; •Maintains copies of all bills on file; •Performs book reconciliation with Customs; •Contacts shipping agents regarding bill payments and make follow-up with ; •Resolves all bill queries with importers; •Calculates berthing, cargo and security fees due to the Authority (invoice calculation form); •Prepares and maintains statistics of cargo landed for Providenciales; •Answers customers questions, and provide information on procedures or policies; •Ensures prescribed measures are taken to secure the assets of the Authority when leaving work area and at the close of business; •Adhere to Hurricane Preparedness Plan; •Any other related duties as may be required by management.

The foregoing represents a definition of the main functions and requirements for this position but are not an exhaustive list of duties. The Ports Authority reserves the right to make amendments from time to time in accordance with needs of the organization.

Resumes should be forwarded to Deleria Simms Human Resource Manager Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands email: dsimms@portstci.com Or hand delivered to the Ports Authority Office South Dock, Providenciales No later than May 4th2018

COX MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED SEEKS TO RECRUIT FOR THE FOLLOWING POSTS: 2 HVAC TECHNICIAN/FOREMAN KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Manage and support personnel in the day to day operation.

• Plan, implement and control a production schedule for HVAC projects.

glass duct installers who install prefabricated ducts used for HVAC. RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: • A minimum of 5 years’ • HVAC Duct Fabricator Certification.

SALARY-Negotiable between $ 21,000 to $ 28,000 per annum based on education, qualifications and experience.

2 LABOURER

RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: • A minimum of 10 years’ experience in a similar role is essential.

• HVAC Technician Certification, Mitsubishi City Multi & Lennox VRF and Daikin VRV Certified. Project Management Skills.

SALARY-Negotiable between $ 44,000 to $ 68,000 per annum based on education, qualifications and experience.

4 HVAC TECHNICIAN KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • install, Troubleshoot and repair HVAC units including electronic and mechanical components Certification, Mitsubishi City Multi & Lennox VRF and Daikin VRV RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: • A minimum of 7 years’ experience SALARY-Negotiable between $ 22, 000 to $ 40, 000 per annum based on education, qualifications and experience.

3 HVAC DUCT FABRICATOR/INSTALLER JOB SUMMARY -Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair duct work products and equipment, such as ducts, Includes sheet metal and fiber

JOB SUMMARY -Performs a variety of basic technical tasks related to assisting in the service and repair of all heating and air conditioning systems.

SALARY-Wages range between $6.50 to $ 8.50 per hour based on qualifications and experience.

1 DOMESTIC WORKER JOB SUMMARY- Perform any combination of light cleaning duties to maintain the residence in a clean and orderly manner.

RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED • A minimum of 5 years’ experience • Must be able to understand, speak & write English.

SALARY- $13,000 per annum Interested Turks & Caicos Islanders apply All positions currently held by work permit holders.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 7th, 2018

Cox Plaza, 15 Five Cays Road Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands Tel: 649-941-3650 Fax: 649-946-4283 bac@tciway.tc

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IMMEDIATE OPENING STEWARDING MANAGER* Requirements: • Prior experience managing the stewarding department of a 5 star Luxury Resort.

• Must have an excellent working knowledge of the kitchens, equipment, food productions, sanitation, hygiene and safety.

• Must be able to organize and delegate large banquet functions.

• Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts.

Duties Include: • Ensures the maintenance of a clean, sanitary kitchen by supervising steward personnel • Issuing cleaning supplies to stewards, checking usage and making adjustments • Ensuring that kitchen floors and walk-ins are clean • Monitoring cafeteria and provide assistance to kitchen personnel during set-up and clean-up • Working with the Food & Beverage Director banquet orders • Taking inventory of and ensure proper amounts china, dishes etc. are available • Ensuring the training of and proper use daily of all safety, hygiene and sanitation Starting salary $35,000 per annum not including service charge.

STEWARDING TRAINEE MANAGER Requirements: • Looking for a bright, ambitious and focused person who wants to grow in the field of stewarding.

• Must have a passion or interest in working in the kitchens, equipment, food productions, sanitation, hygiene and safety.

• Must be willing to work late evenings beyond midnight as major banqueting events and functions require. Must be willing and able to assist in organizing and delegating large banquet functions.

• Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts including Saturdays and Sundays.

Duties Include: • Ensures the maintenance of clean, sanitized kitchen by supervising steward personnel • Issuing cleaning supplies to stewards, checking usage and making adjustments • Ensuring that kitchen floors and walk-ins are clean • Monitoring cafeteria and provide assistance to kitchen personnel during set-up and clean-up Working with the Food & Beverage Director banquet orders • Conducting regular inventory of and ensuring proper amounts china, dishes etc. are available • Assisting in ensuring the training of and proper use daily of all safety, hygiene and sanitation LABOURER* Duties Include:  General laborer duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.  Willingness to work varying schedules, split shifts, nights, weekends and holidays.

Salary $6.25 an hour not including service charge.

KITCHEN STEWARD* Duties Include:  Clean & sanitize all areas of the kitchen  Operate dishwashing machine in a safe, accident free manner  Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Starting salary $6.25 per hour not including service charge.  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.

WAITER/WAITRESS* Duties Include:  Serve food and beverages to guests in a prompt manner and anticipate guest needs.  Knowledge of food and beverages on the menu included mix drinks and be aware of any menu items which are not available.  Prepare and arrange food or drinks that are attractive and appetizing to the guests.

Starting wages $6.25 per hour plus service charge.

COOK* Requirements:  Experience with, and comfortable preparing a variety of different cuisines in a fine dining environment  Understand the importance of consistency  Knowledge of food preparation techniques and health/safety Duties Include: • Prepare all food items according to recipe cards and correct handling procedures.  Maintain highest quality and appearance of all foods sent from the kitchen and make sure plates are clean and appetizing.

• Maintain orderly and clean refrigerators and work areas.

• Rotate all foods and correctly fill out production charts.

• Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Starting salary $6.25 per hour not including service charge.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANAGER* Requirements:  10 years experience in Food & Beverage Management in luxury hospitality with at least 2-3 years experience as F & B Manager.

 Post secondary degree or equivalent qualification by experience.  Strong track record of maintaining consistent standards, continually training outlet staffs and promoting an atmosphere of teamwork.  Strong financial skills.  Track record of building/increasing outlet revenue and average cheques.  Experience implementing new F&B concepts.  Exceptional knowledge of different types of cuisine and wine including how menus are developed, pricing guidelines and how to improve results.  Willingness to work varying schedules, split shifts, nights, weekends and holidays to reflect the business needs of the hotel.  Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts.

Duties Include:  Plan and manage the Restaurants, Room Service and Banquets, as appropriate, in order to achieve guest satisfaction, quality service, and compliance with corporate/brand policies and procedures while meeting/ exceeding financial goals  Develop and implement special promotions and employee incentives.  Create department budget and financial reports, and monitor status to adjust as appropriate.

Starting salary $40,000-$60,000 per annum not including service charge.

DINING ROOM MANAGER* The Dining Room Manager will oversee the daily operation of P23 fine dining restaurant; Plunge casual outdoor restaurant and bar, and In-room Dining.

Requirements:  Minimum of 6 years management experience in food and beverage, including fine dining  Post secondary degree or equivalent qualification by experience  Strong knowledge of a variety of cuisines and wines/beverages  Strong understanding and proven track record of operational controls and sales  Proven ability to train and develop team members  Ability to take initiative while working effectively in a team environment  Excellent organizational skills  Passion for luxury food and beverage service; positive and cheerful attitude with high energy  Computer skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) plus knowledge of POS systems  Must be able to work all shifts and days Duties include:  Supervises, trains and coaches staff to meet Regent standard of luxury and ensure Regent Experience for guests.  Participates in development of business strategies for food & beverage outlets aligned with business  objectives for maximizing revenue and guest satisfaction.  Participates in development of budgets and monitors status regularly to ensure achievement of financial targets.  Assists in developing and implementing marketing and promotions to increase business and revenue.  Works closely with culinary team to create and implement menus consistent with guest expectations and Regent standards of luxury and quality.

Starting salary $20,000 per annum not including service charge FURNITURE CONSERVATOR - RESTORER MANAGER* Responsibilities  Establish and/or implement operating procedures and standards for the restoration department.  Team working, in order to work with a range of other professionals and Managers.  Project management, including the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.  Organizational and creative problem-solving skills  Be able to work on a number of projects concurrently  Source materials for use in the conservation and restoration process.  Observing and assessing the state of a piece of furniture to decide on the best way to restore or conserve it.  Combining specialist knowledge of furniture with practical techniques in order to prolong and protect the survival of a piece of furniture.

Requirements  Education: High school diploma  Experience: Minimum of five years in position is required  Experience in AutoCAD, 3D Studio, Sketch Up, Excel, Microsoft Office  Conversant with computers  Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write briefs, promote and explain complex information clearly.  High Knowledge of types of materials for furniture construction, refurbishment, fabrics, bonding agents  Good drawing skills, including perspective drawing and spatial awareness.

Starting salary $33,000.00-$37,000.00 per annum.

SERVER* Purpose: Responsible for creating memorable, luxury dining experiences for guests, ensuring all guests are promptly, courteously and knowledgeably attended in accordance with all food & beverage department and resort standards.

Areas of Responsibility:  Complete opening and/or closing duties as required by shift, in accordance with established procedures and standards; ensure adequate supplies of all beverage, food and service items for shift.  Maintain positive personal presence with body language and demeanor, complying with all hotel and department grooming and dress code standards.  Greet all guests in a timely and courteous manner, offering a warm welcome, offering service and establishing correct ambiance and tone for the dining experience.  Take and serve food and beverage orders knowledgeably and accurately.  Up sell food and beverage items to maximize revenue.  Serve all food and beverage in accordance with all standards of service; provide continuous, attentive service maintaining positive guest interactions and experiences.

*POSITIONS MARKED WITH (*) ARE POSITIONS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. Interested applicants can apply in person at The Palms’ Human Resources Department on Monday through Friday between 9am – 5pm. Please bring along with you an updated resume that will be attached to your completed application form. Applicants can also email their resumes to careers@thepalmstc.com, no later than end of day Friday, May 4th, 2018. For further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at 946-8666.

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IMMEDIATE OPENING  Use knowledge of guest and name to ensure a high level of guest recognition and personalized service.  Maintain cleanliness and ambiance of guest areas throughout shift.  Ensure guest checks are accurate and all revenue is collected and properly recorded.  Attend all daily briefings, meetings and training as required.  In addition, other duties as may be requested or required by department or other manager.

Requirements:  Minimum 1 year experience in a hotel restaurant preferably in a luxury hotel  Accuracy and attention to detail  Able to stand for long periods  Able to lift 50 pounds  Good written and spoken communication skills  Able to use computer systems accurately and efficiently  Must be organized be organized and detail oriented  Able to handle a fast paced environment and be able to work under pressure Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Starting salary $6.25 per hour not including service charge and tips.

EXECUTIVE HOUSEKEEPER* Requirements: • Must have minimum 10-12 years experience as an executive housekeeper in branded luxury hotel/resort  Post secondary degree or equivalent qualification by experience • Must have knowledge of Opera (Fidelio) hotel operating system • Must have knowledge of laundry operations • Must have experience managing large Department (50 or more employees) • Ability to train coach and counsel staff • Ability to determine appropriate staffing levels based on anticipated business, and create staffing schedules which optimize the balance between desired profitability, and guest demands • Thorough understanding of the elements and components of luxury services, set-ups and supplies • Must have financial knowledge and ability to Analyze P & L statements, develop operating budgets, forecasting and capital expenditure planning • Must have advanced knowledge of standard software applications • Good communication and relationship building skills to interact effectively with managers and unit owners.

• Must be able and willing to work all shifts and days Duties Include: • Develops and implements business strategies for the housekeeping department • Develops annual operating and capital expenditures budget for department • Directing the operation of the housekeeping department including guest rooms and public space areas and overseeing management staff • Inspecting back-of-the house areas continually and adjusts operations accordingly • Oversees inventory, purchasing, disbursement, cost control for all linens, cleaning supplies and guest room supplies • Adheres to brand marketing, sales and quality standards • Coordinates room availability with the Front Office Manager and room maintenance with Director of Engineering Starting salary $40,000-$60,000 per annum not including service charge.

HOUSEMAN * Requirements:  Ability to work with heavy cleaning machinery.  Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Duties include:  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.

MECHANIC TECHNICIAN* The chosen candidate must have knowledge and experience in repair and maintenance including preventative maintenance to prevent down time on commercial laundry equipment including 250lb washer, flat ironer, folding machines, steam dryers, valet equipment, boilers, 150hp boiler feed tank, steam water heater and chemical injection system.

Duties Include:  Maintain proper preventative maintenance to laundry equipment and boilers.  Maintain proper inventory on designated parts to avoid down time.  Maintain proper amount of chemical injection on boiler feed tank and proper conductivity at boilers.  Preventative maintenance to steam traps and steam lines.

Starting salary $7.00 -$9.00 per hour plus service charge A/C TECHNICIAN* Requirements:  Minimum of 3 years experience as an IT Technician  Post secondary degree or equivalent qualification by experience  Must have experience working with Opera and Visual One, Mitel Phone System, Cisco CCTV System, Fiber Optic Music System (fiber optic), Micros, Data Works and Premier Spa  Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to diagnose and resolve hardware and software problems for all systems, and document tracks and reports on deficiencies, progress and follow-up  Must read, speak and write English fluently  Must be able to work all days and shifts and be on call for emergency service request Duties Include:  Providing routine maintenance of hardware, software and systems  Installing/configuring computers/telephones and point of sales equipment and other systems equipment.  Installing, maintaining and repairing wifi system equipment  Installing/maintaining/repairing CCTV System  Repairing/upgrading hardware and software.  Troubleshooting printers/scanners/copiers.  Maintaining inventory of equipment and supplies.

 Maintaining server room(s) and ensuring proper security for such.  Completing system backups according to required schedule.  Providing infrastructure support: FITNESS INSTRUCTOR* Requirements:  Prior experience as a fitness trainer in a high end environment with experience in both personal training and teaching classes.  Certification(s) in fitness instruction, personal training, pilates etc.  High level of personal fitness with ability to demonstrate proper usage of equipment and proper exercise techniques.  Very energetic person with commitment to ensuring high levels of guest satisfaction.

Duties Include:  Create and provide consistent professional fitness classes and personal training sessions in accordance with spa protocols and accepted certification practices.  Provide instruction on safe usage of fitness equipment.  Care for and maintain fitness equipment.  Actively promote the spa, treatments, services and retail as well as any promotions or discounts.  Assist in areas of the spa operation as requested by management.  Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Starting salary $6.25 per hour not including service charge.

SPA THERAPIST/TECHNICIAN * Requirements:  Diploma in massage therapy or equivalent.  Prior experience in a 5-star luxury environment.  Extensive knowledge of Eastern style massage, wraps, facials and other treatments.  Proficiency in English.  Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Duties Include:  Providing spa treatments to resort guests and day spa guests.  Maximize the revenue of the department through massage and retail product sales.  In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be “required to perform a combination of support functions  Starting salary $6.25 per hour not including service charge, commission SPECIAL PROJECTS COORDINATOR* Requirements:  Must have advance knowledge of PC computer software programs to include, Microsoft Windows and Office (Photo Escape, PowerPoint, Publisher, Excel, Movie maker, Photo Paint, Outlook and Word).  Ability to possess effective listening abilities, and demonstrate proven ability to multi-task and handle assignments in a fast passed working environment.  Ability to possess excellent organizational, analytical and project management skills, demonstrate strong problem solving judgment skills and attention to detail while meeting targeted deadlines.  Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.  Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays and after hours based on scheduled special events.  Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and oral forms.  Service oriented, with professional appearance and demeanor  Maintain professionalism in the handling of all sensitive and confidential information.  Excellent customer service skills.  Bachelor’s Degree Administration and/or related fields.  Previous experience working in a similar resort setting.

Duties:  Execute all Special Events with the highest regard to guest service.  Assist other departments with events and special projects as needed.  Coordinates all work at the direction of the Vice President of Sales & Marketing to assist with implementing key special projects that move the institution forward.  Acts as production coordinator on the photoshoot for resort collateral which is used in sales and marketing.  Responsible for reviewing and finalizing island advertisement such as magazine and yellow pages.  Responsible for ordering from the U.S vendor for Sales and Marketing events and other related departments.  Acts as main coordinator and design itinerary and travel for press familiarization trip, travel agents familiarization trip such a F&B preparation, give-away, restaurant reservation, spa treatment, social activities and welcome amenities  Design/creates promotional flyer used as collateral for retail shop and spa sales, F&B special event promos and menu’s such as Glam, gourmet safari, TACC and etc.  Creates a power point presentation for the sales and marketing and other projects  Supervise employees in a variety of work assignments for special event preparation  Prepare all the folders for the strata executives meetings and annual management meeting, ensuring all the meeting preparation is in place such as F&B preparation and set up.  Executes special project such as resort signage project, uniform issuance, selling of old furniture from resort refurbishment,  Responsible for weekly timefax cover, information card and newsletter.  Responsible for office and special project requisition  Responsible for controlling, logging, issuing and printing gift certificate for the resort  Responsible for all administrative work needed by the Vice President of sales and marketing such as monthly expense report, filing, organizing and scheduling.  Assists in planning and coordinating the activities to the department pertaining to special project; monitors actual progress against goals and objectives; coordinates assigned departmental activities.  Responsible for the annual preparation of TCHTA Star award booklets and creating the power point presentations.

Salary $22,000.00 - $25,000.00 commensurate with qualification and experience.

*POSITIONS MARKED WITH (*) ARE POSITIONS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. Interested applicants can apply in person at The Palms’ Human Resources Department on Monday through Friday between 9am – 5pm. Please bring along with you an updated resume that will be attached to your completed application form. Applicants can also email their resumes to careers@thepalmstc.com, no later than end of day Friday, May 4th, 2018. For further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at 946-8666.

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Requiring a Caregiver To work within a home Contact: 231-7099 Pay $6.25/hr

Is seeking 2 Cleaning Ladies To work 6 days per week Salary $7.00 per hour Please Contact: 333-1199

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Is seeking (4) Security Guards Is seeking (3) Dispatchers Salary is negotiable Please Contact: 941-4466 or email centralsecurityservices@tciway.tc

Is seeking 4 Barmaids 2 Server/Kitchen Helper 1 Shoe Repairman 1 Handyman To work 5.5/6 days a week Salary $6.50 per hour Please Contact: 231-6318

Sandra Hall

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Airport Road SOUTH CAICOS Is seeking 1 Domestic Worker To work 5 days per week Salary: $6.50 per hour Please Contact: 243-1051/332-5048 #681517

RAMBO CONSTRUCTION 95 Is seeking 2 Carpenters - $12.00 per hour Is seeking 2 Domestic Worker (women) - $6.50 per hour To work 6 days per week Please Contact 346-6455 #681526

Diamond Cleaning Services

Seeks 1 Labourer Salary $6.50 per hour Mon-Fri and sometimes nights 8:00am to 3:00pm Contact 241-7600 from Mon-Fri between the hours of 9:00am to 4:00pm #681527

1 Mason - $9.00 per hour 1 Carpenter - $ 10.00 per hour 2 Labourers - $7.00 per hour In South Caicos To work 5 days per week Please Contact: 243-1051 #681518

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Is seeking a Waitress To work 5 days per week Salary $6.50 per hour Please Contact: 332-8501 Wisline Bien-Aime

Is seeking a Babysitter To work 6 days per week, 8:00am-5:00pm Salary $6.50 per hour Please Contact: 244-9824 #681517

Is seeking 1 Electrician To work 6 days per week Salary $12.00 per hour Please Contact: 333-1199

Is seeking a Domestic Worker To work 6 days per week Salary $6.50 per hour Please Contact: 246-5644

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SEEKS 1 Boat Captain Must have at least 5 years experience Salary $120.00 per day Contact 231-8423

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In Providenciales Is seeking Masons To work 6 days per week Starting Salary $6.50 per hour Please Contact: 346-6622

Is seeking Masons: Rough Mason Finish Mason Pool Finishes Stucco Finishes To work in Providenciales To work 6 days per week Starting Salary: $6.50 per hour Please Contact: 333-1232/346-4605

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At least 5 years experience Applicant MUST be knowledgeable in Quickbooks Pro, Quickbooks Point of Sale, Word, Excel, Publisher Salary base on qualification Please email resume to

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LIMITED

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Is seeking 1 Domestic worker To work for 6 working days per week Salary is minimum wage Please contact 946 3704

Require one (2) Laborers Salary: $7.50 per hour Must be reliable, hardworking & honest Hours: 8-5 and some weekends & holidays Apply in person

Is seeking a Domestic Worker Basic Pay $6.50/hr Please Contact 431-7513

FINAL TOUCH CONSTRUCTION

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Is seeking a Labourer To work 6 days per week Salary $ 6.50 per hour Please Contact: 346-0098

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Is seeking 1 Domestic Worker To work for 6 working days Paying minimum wage Please contact 946 -3704

Is seeking a Domestic Worker To work 5 days per week Salary: 6:25 per hour Please contact: 243-9469

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Seeks to employ a ROOF INSTALLER In Grand Turk At a salary of $500.00 per week Please Contact Max at telephone no.

3316292 OR 3312328

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Is seeking a LABOURER To work 3-4 days per week Salary $6.25 per hour Please Contact: 331-3419

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

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UK offers free citizenship for the Windrush generation including the Caribbean

Members of the Windrush generation who arrived in the UK before 1973 will be eligible for free citizenship, the Home Secretary Amber Rudd announced.

The offer, which will be available to people from all Commonwealth countries, not just Caribbean nationals, will extend to individuals who have no current documentation, those who already have leave to remain and want to advance their status, and children of the Windrush generation.

In addition, the Home Secretary confirmed that a compensation scheme will be set up for individuals who have suffered loss or damage because of their inability to evidence their right to be in the UK and to access services. The Home Office will be engaging with stakeholders

on the scope of the compensation on offer and appointing an independent adviser to oversee the scheme.

A new customer contact centre will be set up to make sure that anyone struggling to navigate the many different immigration routes can speak to a person and get appropriate advice. The centre will be staffed by experienced caseworkers who will offer expert advice and identify a systemic problem much more quickly in the future.

Home Secretary Amber Rudd said:

The contribution of the Windrush generation and their right to be in the UK is in no doubt and I deeply regret the situation that has arisen.

It is only right that the significant contribution the Windrush generation have made to the UK is

Trinidadian LeShae Riley is the 2018 Winner of Caribbean’s Next Top Model

LeShae Riley, a stunning 21 year old, 5’11” Trinidadian contestant strutted off with this year’s coveted Caribbean’s Next Top Model title (#CaribeNTM)as season 4 came to a nail-biting finishon Flow 1. The statuesque LeShae edged out 15 other contestants including Suriname’s Daphne Veldkamp in the keenly contested finals.

Speaking of her experience during the show, Riley said she learnt invaluable lessons along the way. “I have learnt that I am stronger than I know. I had to bring my ‘A’ game as my fiercest competition –Daphne – gave me a run for my money, literally, especially after she won the best picture challenge during last week’s episode.”

The 2018 Season 4 winner sees this as another big step in her pursuit of her passion for modelling and walks away with US$25,000in cash, a latest generation smart phone courtesy of Flow, a cover photo spread inSHE Caribbean magazine and a contract with Mint Model Management, NYC.

Viewers in Trinidad could not contain their excitement and expressed their delight via social media as not just one but two Trinidadians made it to the Top 3.

Wendy McDonald, Flow’s Senior Director of Caribbean and Commercial Communications congratulatedLeShae.She said, “We are delighted to be able to give young ladies like LeShaetheir moment in the spotlight, beaming them across the region, providing them with unmatched exposure.Flow continues to support and invest in indigenous Caribbean content which allows customers across the region to watch the things that they are truly passionate about and at the same time provides an important platform for regional content producers.”

Executive Producer of CaribeNTM, Miss Universe 1998 Wendy Fitzwilliam said, “Season 4

LeShae Riley of CaribeNTM has all the elements of a great production– exciting new talent, a regional platform provided

by Flow, a magnificent product and an enhanced fashion and beauty industry – what a combination.”

Flow TV customers can catch the entire Season 4 of Caribbean’s Next Top Model using Flow’s Video On Demand (VOD) Service.

CARIBBEAN’S NEXT TOP MODEL is produced by Starfish Media Ltd, based on the “Next Top Model” format licensed by CBS Studios International. Executive Producers are Dionyse Fitzwilliam, Wendy Fitzwilliam and Kiran Maharaj.

Currently, “America’s Next Top Model” is under license in over 100 markets around the world and has 20 international versions in production, which includes Caribbean’s Next Top Model. “America’s Next Top Model” and the “America’s Next Top Model” format are licensed internationally by CBS Studios International.

recognised. That is why I want to ensure they can acquire the status they deserve – British citizenship – quickly, at no cost and with proactive assistance through the process. It is also why I want to make sure we set up a compensation scheme that works in the best interests of those affected.

I hope that the measures I announced today will begin to reassure people as to their position and their valued status in this country.

As well as not having to pay the fees associated with a citizenship application, people in these circumstances will not be required to pass the normal Knowledge of Language and Life in the UK test.

People who arrived in the country between 1973 and 1988 will also be supported to access the most suitable route to regularise their

status. In order to establish which route is most suitable, people in this group will be able to take advantage of the new dedicated team which has been set up to help people confirm their status and will be given a decision on their application within 2 weeks of the necessary evidence being collected.

The new team has already successfully resolved 9 cases and made 84 appointments to issue documents to individuals who have been in touch with the team through the freephone helpline.

In addition, extra measures will be introduced to help those who arrived before 1973, spent their life in the UK and are now having difficulty returning either for a visit or to reside.

The Home Office will help to facilitate their return on the most suitable route and waive any associated fees.

CIBC FirstCaribbean’s net income up 22% CIBC FirstCaribbean International Bank (Bahamas) Limited recorded total revenue of $47.5 million, which was up five percent from the previous year.

CIBC FirstCaribbean International Bank (Bahamas) Limited’s first quarter financial statement reported four percent growth in its performing loan portfolio, with a 22 percent increase in net income, compared to the same quarter last year.

CIBC FirstCaribbean recorded $22.8 million in net income in the first quarter, which was up $4.1 million. Last year’s first quarter net income results was $18.7 million.

“All three business segments registered solid financial performances during the quarter, resulting in four percent growth in the total performing loan book,” CIBC CIBC FirstCaribbean’s Managing Director FirstCaribbean Managing Director Marie Rodland-Allen Marie Rodland-Allen explained in the methodology,” Rodland-Allen said. financial statement.

“The bank continues to place

“We continue to be focused significant emphasis on maintaining on delivering sustained earnings by the credit quality of its loan portfolio. improving operational efficiencies “We continue to maintain strong and building a client-focused bank,” capital levels well in excess of the she said. applicable regulatory requirements,

The bank recorded total and at the end of the first quarter the revenue of $47.5 million, which was Tier 1 and total capital ratios were 27 up five percent from the previous year. percent and 28 percent, respectively.”

The bank credited higher interest Operating income was in line earnings from performing loans and with last year’s first quarter results cash placements. at $11.1 million, the statement notes,

Many other banks have been while operating expenses were $22.5 struggling with non-performing loan million, also remaining consistent portfolios.

CIBC FirstCaribbean year-on-year. said it saw its loan loss impairment “We are continuing efforts shrink year over year by $1.8 million. to simplify the client experience Its 2018 first quarter loan loss by providing technology solutions, impairment expense number landed while closely managing controllable at $2.2 million. expenses to gain efficiencies in the

“This quarter’s expense markets in which we operate,” said reflects the adoption of IFRS 9 Rodland-Allen.

(International Financial Reporting “I would like to thank our Standards) on November 1, 2017, shareholders, clients and employees which has resulted in changes to some for their continued support in building aspects of our loan loss impairment our franchise.”

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Prostitutes bow out of 2018 general election

The newly formed Political Prostitutes Party (PPP) says it will not be contesting the upcoming general elections after all as Barbadians still await the date to be announced by Prime Minister Freundel Stuart.

The PPP, which had originally indicated its intention to contest the polls that must be held no later than June, says it has not been able to get candidates to contest all the 30 seats in the election.

“We are going to miss this election simply because the recruitment process is not complete as yet. I am still searching for candidates to represent us throughout most of the constituencies, so it won’t be happening this election for sure,” said PPP leader and founder, Charles “Spice” Lewis.

He told the online publication, Barbados TODAY that while several people had expressed an interest in representing the party at the election, the majority had failed to meet the required standard.

“Persons who wish to join the PPP must have a genuine interest in improving Barbados’ social and economics; be willing to change the political status quo; have a business and entrepreneurial mindset; and must be in favour of legalizing, decriminalizing or regulating prostitution and other adult industry activities,” he told the Barbados TODAY.

Lewis, a well-known player in the adult entertainment industry here, had in March this year, emerged as the campaign manager for retired prostitute, Natlee Harewood, who

said she would be contesting the City of Bridgetown constituency as an independent candidate.

However the two parted ways and Lewis launched the PPP to contest the election against the ruling Democratic Labour Party (DLP) and the main opposition Barbados Labour Party (BLP).

“I announced that I was forming a party and I am still forming it, nothing has changed. The process takes time, I had a feeling that it won’t happen right away,” Lewis said, adding that despite the party’s withdrawal from this year’s campaign, it should be ready by 2023.

“Since we will not be contesting this 2018 election it means that we will have to wait for the next one and that is a long process. I will

86% believe voters are bribed in Bahamas

Eighty-six percent of Bahamians surveyed believe that voters are bribed in some capacity during elections, according to a Public Domain survey conducted as a part of the 2017 Transparency International Global Corruption Barometer for The Bahamas.

Eighty-six percent of Bahamians surveyed believe that voters are bribed in some capacity during elections, according to a Public Domain survey conducted as a part of the 2017 Transparency International Global Corruption Barometer for The Bahamas.

Respondents were asked about their perceptions of the scale of corruption, first-hand experiences of bribery in public services, and questions relating to corruption in elections.

When asked how often they believe voters are bribed in The Bahamas’ elections, 41.1 percent of respondents said always, 29.2 percent said sometimes, 16.1 percent said often and 4.3 percent said never. Nine point three percent of respondents said they don’t know.

The survey, which was made public yesterday, during a press conference at the Harry C. Moore Library auditorium at The University of The Bahamas, was commissioned by the civil society group Citizens for a Better Bahamas.

The polling was conducted between October 4 and October 17, 2017, just five months after the May 10 general election, with 1,000 Bahamians across the country.

When asked how often they believe votes are counted fairly in Bahamian elections, 32 percent of respondents said always, 15.7 percent said often, 26.5 percent said sometimes and 10.3 percent said never, 15.5 percent said they don’t know.

Respondents were also asked how often voters are offered genuine choices for candidates. Twenty-six percent

said always, 15 percent said often, 35 percent said sometimes, and 11 percent said never.

The survey further asked respondents to give their perception on campaign financing for elections. One question asked how often respondents believe that candidates offer rich people and businesses favors once they take office in exchange for compensation in the country’s elections.

Thirty-four percent of respondents said always, 29 percent said sometimes, 19 percent said often and four percent said never.

Fourteen percent of respondents said that they didn’t know.

Respondents were then asked to agree or disagree to the statement, “Wealthy individuals often use their influence on government for their own interest and there needs to be stricter rules to prevent this.”

Seventy-six percent of respondents agreed with the statement, 14 percent disagreed and 10 percent said they didn’t know.

Finally, respondents were asked to agree or disagree, on a scale from one to 10, one being completely agree and 10 being completely disagree, whether they believe financial support by companies to political parties and candidates should be banned completely.

Forty-three point eight percent of respondents said they agreed to this statement, 31.3 percent disagreed, 14.8 percent opted to remain neutral and 10.1 percent said they didn’t know.

Following the 2012 general election, the Organization of American States’ recommended that the government implement a financial framework for financing political parties.

Despite repeated pronouncements that his administration would address the issue of money and elections,

former Prime Minister Perry Christie never did.

The matter of campaign finance reform has been a revolving issue, from allegations that Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard provided millions of dollars to help the Progressive Liberal Party gain office in 2012, to claims that Nygard’s Lyford Cay neighbor Louis Bacon indirectly funded the Free National Movement to destabilize the Christie administration.

The OAS team also recommended that the government prohibit anonymous donations or international donors from giving money to campaigns and to create a mechanism to oversee the flow of money within campaigns.

In 1980, the then Pindling administration drafted a bill to govern money in politics.

The bill, which was never tabled in Parliament, proposed to “make provision for the registration of political parties; for the regulation and control of political contributions; for the public funding of elections and for other purposes incidental thereto and connected therewith”.

Under that bill, a registrar of political parties would have been appointed.

That person would have been able to, at any reasonable time, enter the premises of a political party, party branch or candidate registered under the act to examine its books, papers and documents and would have been able to request such information as he may reasonably require to discharge his responsibilities.

The bill would have also mandated that all political parties have a chief financial officer responsible for proper records, ensuring that contributions are placed in the appropriate depository and financial statements are filed with the registrar of political parties.

Charles “Spice” Lewis continue trying to recruit citizens to join the party and once I have done that I will announce to the public that I have found my expected number,” he told the Barbados TODAY.

Massive irregularities uncovered in learner driver’s examination in Guyana

A complete breach of the standard operation procedures surrounding the administration and conduct of an examination for learner driver’s license, has been uncovered by the police.

According to the police , preliminary investigations found that there were “massive irregularities” as invigilators received more answer sheets than the number of persons who sat the exam on April 12.

The examination is conducted by the Guyana Police Force and invigilated by pastors who are a part of the force’s faith organisation.

It’s reported that during the recent examination, the invigilators found that 174 persons were registered but only 106 showed up.

However when the answer sheets were turned in, the invigilators found over 200 answer sheets including those for candidates who did not sit the examination.

It was also revealed that during the examination, several junior officers presented themselves in the room, although they were not required to be there.

Due to the irregularities, several persons will now be required to resit the examination.

The police say legal advice will be sought based on the completed investigation .

Puerto Rico’s governor says power should return within a month

Puerto Rican Governor Ricardo Rossello on Wednesday said he expects electricity to be restored across the U.S. territory within a month, but warned that the island’s infrastructure needed to be strengthened ahead of the upcoming hurricane season.

“The expectation is that ... within the next month we’ll be able to reach that normalcy,” he told CBS News.

“The important thing to recognize, hurricane season is coming back in a month and we need to see how we can harden” the island’s current grid, he added, speaking on “CBS This Morning.”

Puerto Rico has struggled to recover after Hurricane Maria wiped out power across the territory about seven months ago. Officials had been working since then to restore electricity, but the island was hit with another blackout last week after a transmission line failure.

About 40,000 Puerto Ricans remain without power since Maria hit the territory, home to 3.4 million U.S. citizen residents.

Hurricane season for the Atlantic starts June 1, and meteorologists have said the number of potential U.S. storms is above-average this year.

Rossello told CBS he was concerned that a possibly even bigger storm could hit in the near future and said officials were trying to prepare for the worst.

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David Burt hits out over new Chief Justice

The appointment of Narinder Hargun as successor to Chief Justice Ian Kawaley is “an affront” to the Government, the Premier said last night.

David Burt said the Government did not support the appointment and that he had told the Governor, John Rankin, during the consultation process.

Mr Burt added: “The Governor did consult with me and I shared with him that this government could not support the recommendation of the Judicial and Legal Services Committee.

“We were elected to represent the people of Bermuda and to bring meaningful change Narinder Hargun to this country.

“The views we express expertise and management are founded in the convincing experience in the legal profession mandate to govern which was will serve the Supreme Court well, given to us by an overwhelming helping to maintain the island’s majority of the people. standing as a legal jurisdiction of

“Every Bermudian should the highest order”. be concerned that this mandate Mr Burt said: can be ignored and discarded by “Bermudians must feel that a process that cannot be moulded fairness, equity and above all to reflect their will through the justice can be found in all our existing consultative process.” courts.

The Government was “After 50 years of this asked last night for the reasons constitutionally sanctioned behind its objection to Mr disrespect, this is the latest Hargun’s appointment, but no example of this modern era of response was received by the time democracy being frustrated by of press. the application of standards from

Mr Burt was speaking the last century.” after Mr Rankin announced The Premier added: “It is yesterday that Mr Hargun will now for the new Chief Justice to take over as Chief Justice on July discharge the duties of the office 14. fairly and justly, and in so doing

The Governor highlighted he will have this Government’s Mr Hargun’s qualifications and support.” experience in the courts.

Mr Hargun served as

Mr Rankin said: “Mr counsel for the 2016 Commission Hargun is a highly regarded of Inquiry, which was set lawyer both within Bermuda and up to examine allegations of internationally. mishandling of the public purse

“He has over 35 years under the Progressive Labour of professional legal experience, Party. appearing as counsel in the Derrick Burgess, a Supreme Court, the Court of former public works minister and Appeal and the Privy Council, and still a Progressive Labour Party serving as an Assistant Justice of MP, accused Mr Hargun of racism the Supreme Court since 2011. for his line of questioning about “I am confident that his legal Government contracts during the

inquiry.

Mr Burgess accused Mr Hargun of “racist practices” and suggested a line of questioning about the involvement of Vincent Hollinsid and Winters Burgess in LLC — the contractor for the Dame Lois Browne Evans courts and police building — was because of their colour.

Mr Burgess said: “If they were white, you wouldn’t even hear those questions to me.”

He told Mr Hargun: “I know you are from South Africa, you know.”

Mr Hargun, a director of global law firm Conyers Dill & Pearman and head of litigation in its Bermuda office, is understood to be from India.

Jeanne Atherden, the Leader of the One Bermuda Alliance, welcomed the appointment of Mr Hargun.

Ms Atherden said: “Mr Hargun is one of Bermuda’s preeminent jurists and brings a wealth of litigation and judicial experience to the post.

“I am disappointed by the openly political opposition of the Premier to the appointment of such a respected and qualified Bermudian member of the Bar. Mr Hargun was appointed following a thorough, transparent and public competition run by the committee, which comprises a number of notable Bermudians and prominent international legal minds.”

Ms Atherden added: “ For the Premier to make this a political football is irresponsible to the extreme. A mature democracy is governed by the separation of powers and the rule of law. An independent judiciary is key to upholding these important values.

“Attacks such as the Premier’s are aimed at having a chilling effect. Thankfully, our judiciary is robust and will continue to take decisions without fear or favour — no matter who forms the Government.

Police make multiple drug busts at Antigua airport

Cannabis

Law enforcement and security officials seized an estimated $256,000 worth of cannabis at the V.C. Bird International Airport on Tuesday.

Police officers attached to Narcotics and K-9 Unit, along with customs and airport security officers conducted two separate operations at Customs Bonded Warehouse with the aid of the sniffer dogs, and found a combined total of 64 pounds of cannabis.

In one incident, the dogs alerted the officers to a barrel with laundry detergent which arrived aboard Air Canada from Canada.

The shipment was searched and four buckets with 21 vacuum sealed packages of cannabis were found hidden inside each bucket.

The substance weighed 14 ¾ pounds and carries an estimated wholesale value of $59,000.

In the other incident, two barrels, coming out of the United States aboard Amerijet Cargo Airlines were found, an overall total of 49 ½ pounds of compressed cannabis.

The illegal drugs were found hidden among four buckets of food items. The substance carries a wholesale value of $197,000. All the items were seized and taken to Police Headquarters, pending further investigations.

Less than 48 hours prior, a similar operation was conducted by Narcotics and K-9 officers at the airport and a total of 7 ¾ pounds of cannabis with an estimated wholesale value of $31,000 were seized.

Earlier in the month of April, more than 1.6 million dollars’ worth of drugs were destroyed at Burma Quarry. This came as a result of cases that were disposed of in both the High and Magistrate’s Courts; as well as seizures, where no arrests were made.

Free citizenship for the Windrush generation

The offer, which will be available to people from all Commonwealth countries, not just Caribbean nationals, will extend to individuals who have no current documentation, those who already have leave to remain and want to advance their status, and children of the Windrush generation.

In addition, the Home Secretary confirmed that a compensation scheme will be set up for individuals who have suffered loss or damage because of their inability to evidence their right to be in the UK and to access services. The Home Office will be engaging with stakeholders on the scope of the compensation on offer and appointing an independent adviser to oversee the scheme.

A new customer contact

centre will be set up to make sure that anyone struggling to navigate the many different immigration routes can speak to a person and get appropriate advice. The centre will be staffed by experienced caseworkers who will offer expert advice and identify a systemic problem much more quickly in the future.

Home Secretary Amber Rudd said:

The contribution of the Windrush generation and their right to be in the UK is in no doubt and I deeply regret the situation that has arisen.

It is only right that the significant contribution the Windrush generation have made to the UK is recognised. That is why I want to ensure they can acquire the status

they deserve – British citizenship – quickly, at no cost and with proactive assistance through the process. It is also why I want to make sure we set up a compensation scheme that works in the best interests of those affected.

I hope that the measures I announced today will begin to reassure people as to their position and their valued status in this country.

As well as not having to pay the fees associated with a citizenship application, people in these circumstances will not be required to pass the normal Knowledge of Language and Life in the UK test.

People who arrived in the country between 1973 and 1988 will also be supported to access the most suitable route to regularise their status. In order to establish which

route is most suitable, people in this group will be able to take advantage of the new dedicated team which has been set up to help people confirm their status and will be given a decision on their application within 2 weeks of the necessary evidence being collected.

The new team has already successfully resolved 9 cases and made 84 appointments to issue documents to individuals who have been in touch with the team through the freephone helpline.

In addition, extra measures will be introduced to help those who arrived before 1973, spent their life in the UK and are now having difficulty returning either for a visit or to reside.

The Home Office will help to facilitate their return on the most suitable route and waive any associated fees.

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Chilean clerical sex abuse victim urges pope to fire ‘toxic’ bishops

Chilean victim of clerical sexual abuse Juan Cruz speaks during an interview ahead of his meeting with Pope Francis, outside the Vatican in Rome, Italy, April 24, 2018

A Chilean man who was sexually abused by a priest as a boy will urge Pope Francis to sack “toxic” bishops who covered up the assaults, he said on Tuesday ahead of a face-to-face meeting with the leader of the Catholic Church.

Juan Carlos Cruz, who has become a symbol of the Church’s abuse crisis, will spend several days in the Vatican as a guest of the pope in the residence where he lives. Strong papal action in Chile would send a long-overdue message to the entire Church, he told Reuters in an interview.

“I would say ‘hold these bishops accountable, fire a few of them, if not many of them, but fire them and not give them a cushy job here at the Vatican,’” Cruz said.

“Like in a company (I would say) ‘you need to be preparing your resumé’. That’s what I would say to these bishops.”

Cruz and two other victims, Jimmy Hamilton and Jose Andres Murillo, are each due to spend several hours with the pope on a visit that follows an extraordinary April 11 letter in which Francis acknowledged he had made “grave mistakes” in handling the sexual abuse crisis in Chile.

In that letter, Francis said there had been a “lack of truthful and balanced information” about the situation in Chile. He invited the victims whose words he had once dismissed as “slander” to the Vatican to seek their forgiveness and ordered all of Chile’s bishops to a summit with him next month.

“I hope the Holy Father realizes that he is surrounded by some toxic people who need to leave ...,” Cruz said, adding that some Chilean bishops were “guilty of misinforming the pope”.

Cruz, who now lives in the United States, was a victims of the Rev. Fernando Karadima who was found guilty in a Vatican investigation in 2011 of abusing boys in Santiago in the 1970s and 1980s.

Cruz and other victims have accused Bishop Juan Barros of the diocese of Osorno of having witnessed the abuse by Karadima, who was Barros’ mentor in Santiago.

Karadima, now 87 and still living in Chile, has always denied the allegations and Barros said he was unaware of any wrongdoing.

But Barros and other bishops were put under the spotlight in January when the pope sent one of the Vatican’s most experienced sexual abuse investigators, Archbishop Charles Scicluna of Malta, to New York and Chile to talk to victims and bishops.

Scicluna produced a 2,300 report, which prompted the pope to call next month’s meeting.

Cruz said he hoped the pope would take decisive action in order to “send a message to the world that Chile is an example of what’s going to happen all over if this culture of abuse and cover up continues”.

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Comedian Bill Cosby convicted of sexual assault in retrial

Comedian Bill Cosby was convicted on Thursday of drugging and molesting a onetime friend in 2004, marking the first such conviction of a celebrity since the #MeToo movement that has brought down rich and powerful men for their treatment of women.

Cosby, 80, best known as the lovable father from the 1980s TV hit “The Cosby Show,” faces up to 10 years in prison for each of three counts of aggravated indecent assault against Andrea Constand, 45, following a threeweek trial at the Montgomery County courthouse in Norristown, Pennsylvania.

Cosby looked down with a sad expression when the Pennsylvania jury’s verdict was read. Lily Bernard, one of his many accusers, began sobbing.

Constand sat stone-faced.

Judge Steven O’Neill ruled that Cosby could remain out of jail on $1 million bail pending sentencing at a later date, and he left the courthouse.

District Attorney Kevin Steele had asked the judge to have Cosby taken into custody immediately, saying he was a flight risk in part because he owned a plane.

“He doesn’t have a plane, you asshole!” Cosby responded, breaking the decorum he had shown throughout the trial

Outside the courtroom, two other Cosby accusers were seen hugging, crying and clapping.

“It’s a victory not just for the 62 of us who have come forward but for all survivors of sexual assault, female and male,” Bernard told reporters, using a high estimate of the number of Cosby’s accusers. “I feel like my faith in humanity is restored.”

The unanimous decision by the seven-man, five-woman jury came less than a year after a different jury deadlocked last June in his first trial on the same charges, prompting the Judge Steven O’Neill to declare a mistrial. Prosecutors decided to retry him.

Actor and comedian Bill Cosby exits Montgomery County Courthouse after a jury convicted him in a sexual assault retrial in Norristown, Pennsylvania, U.S., April 26, 2018

Soon after the first trial, a series of women leveled sexual assault and harassment accusations against men in media, entertainment and politics, giving rise to the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements that encouraged women go public with personal stories of abuse, in some cases after years of silence.

The conviction marks the downfall of a man once celebrated as “America’s Dad” but whose reputation was ruined after some 50 women accused him of similar offenses going back decades.

Only one of those cases was recent enough to be eligible for prosecution, that of Constand, a former administrator for the women’s basketball team at Temple University, Cosby’s alma mater. Like many of Cosby’s other accusers, she said she was drugged and violated while unable to defend herself.

Cosby has said any sexual encounters were consensual, and his lawyers portrayed Constand as a “pathological liar” who falsely depicted their romantic relationship as an attack. Five other women also testified to similar treatment from Cosby, whose lawyers argued that the women were fabricating stories in search of wealth and fame.

Prosecutors countered that the real scam artist was Cosby, who hid behind his kindly TV persona to win the trust of women he then drugged and sexually assaulted.

The jury sided with Constand, who testified that she went to Cosby’s house to discuss a potential career change when he gave her three blue pills he said would relax her.

She said the pills made her feel woozy, and that Cosby walked her to a sofa and laid her down.

“The next thing I recall, I was kind of jolted awake,” Constand said from the witness stand. “My vagina was being penetrated quite forcefully. I felt my breasts being touched. He put my hand on his penis and masturbated himself with my hand. I was not able to do a thing.”

The prosecution case was bolstered by the five additional accusers who were allowed to testify. In the first trial, O’Neill allowed only one accuser besides Constand to take the witness stand.

The judge also allowed the second jury to hear another piece of evidence stricken from the first trial, that Cosby agreed to pay Constand $3.38 million to settle a civil lawsuit after prosecutors in 2005 initially declined to bring criminal charges. The settlement barred Constand from discussing publicly either the lawsuit or the underlying allegations.

The defense team portrayed the settlement as evidence of a scheme by Constand to falsely accuse a celebrity of sexual assault to reap millions of dollars.

The prosecution pointed to that same $3.38 million as evidence of Cosby’s need to silence Constand about the attack.

In a victory for the defense, the judge allowed the testimony of Margo Jackson, who said Constand once told her “it would be easy” to fabricate an accusation of sexual assault against a celebrity to make money.

Russell Simmons and accuser agree to dismiss rape lawsuit

Hip hop producer Russell Simmons and an aspiring documentary filmmaker have agreed to dismiss her civil lawsuit claiming that Simmons raped her at his Los Angeles home in 2016, court documents filed on Wednesday showed.

The case, filed in January in U.S. Court in Los Angeles, was dismissed with prejudice, meaning it cannot be filed again.

The filmmaker, Jennifer Jarosik, had accused Simmons of forcing her to have

sex with him after she refused his advance. She had sought $5 million in damages. Simmons has denied the accusation.

Simmons’ attorney Patricia Glaser declined comment. An attorney for Jarosik did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Several women have accused the 60-year-old Def Jam Records co-founder of sexual misconduct dating back to 1983, including four who said he raped them. Simmons has denied all of the accusations. Rap mogul Russell Simmons

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U.S. visits to Cuba plunge following Trump measures

ROYAL PRINCE Tourists walk near the main entrance of the Capitol in Havana, Cuba, April 17, 2018

A steep drop in U.S. travelers to Cuba after a tightening of travel restrictions

by President Donald Trump helped drive a 7 percent slide in foreign visitors to the Caribbean island in the first three months of 2018, Cuban official data showed on Tuesday.

The U.S. restrictions and warning on travel to the Communist-run island were to blame for the lower number of U.S. arrivals from the same period a year ago, the Cuban Tourism Ministry’s commercial director, Michel Bernal, told a news conference in Havana.

Another issue affecting Cuba’s tourism sector is unjustified worries about the devastation wrought by Hurricane Irma last September, he said, given that the country had long since fixed its tourist installations.

“The total of U.S. clients is only 56.6 percent of what it was in 2017,” Bernal said. The state-run Cuban News Agency

published the percentage decline in overall foreign visits separately, citing tourism authorities.

The number of Americans traveling to Cuba surged after former U.S. President Barack Obama reached a landmark detente with then-Cuban President Raul Castro in 2014 and eased travel restrictions while maintaining a ban on tourism.

Increased U.S. arrivals to Havana in particular fostered the rapid growth of the country’s fledgling private sector, with many Cubans rushing to open bed-and-breakfasts and restaurants.

Tourism became one of the few bright spots in an economy struggling with heavy state controls, a difficult market reform process, a decline in aid from ally Venezuela and lower global commodity prices.

But Trump last year made it harder again for individual Americans to travel

to Cuba, as part of his tougher stance on the country.

A few months later, his administration issued a warning on travel there because of a mysterious spate of illnesses among U.S. diplomats stationed in Havana.

Cuban officials and many foreign tourism experts maintain Cuba is one of the safest destinations in the world.

The government still hopes the number of foreign visitors will reach the 5 million mark this year, Bernal said. It rose 16.2 percent to a record 4.7 million in 2017.

The number of Cubans living abroad who traveled back to the island jumped 21 percent in the first three months of the year, he said, and was showing steady growth. Other top markets were Russia and Mexico, which grew 32 and 23 percent respectively.

Bernal said Canadians still made up the largest group of visitors to Cuba by far, although he did not give any specifics.

Texas executes man convicted of killing two at birthday party

Texas on Wednesday was a member of the Bloods executed a man convicted of street gang and drove by the opening fire at a children’s party in Fort Worth, believing birthday party in 2008, believing that members of the rival Crips a rival gang member was present gang were there.

Using a semiautomatic and fatally shooting a woman and her 5-year-old granddaughter in rifle with a laser scope, he fired numerous shots into the group a spray of bullets.

Erick Davila, 31, died while attendees were eating cake by lethal injection at Texas’ and ice cream at the “Hannah execution chamber in Huntsville, Montana”-themed party for a a prisons official said. girl, killing Annette Stevenson,

It was the ninth 48, and her granddaughter, execution this year in the United Queshawn Stevenson, court States, and the 550th in Texas documents showed. since the U.S. Supreme Court He also wounded three reinstated the death penalty other children and one woman, in 1976, the most of any state. according to the documents.

Texas has put five inmates to It took jurors about four hours to convict Davila at his death this year.

“I might have lost the trial in 2009.

Texas said he confessed fight but I’m still a soldier. I still love you all. To my supporters to the killings and told and family, y’all hold it down,” investigators he intended to Davila was quoted by prisons “have a shoot-‘em-up” and kill the officials as saying in his last father of Queshawn Stevenson, a statement. rival gang member who was not

Prosecutors said Davila injured in the attack.

Erick Daniel Davila appears in a police booking photo provided by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, April 3, 2018

Davila’s lawyers had asked the U.S. Supreme Court to halt the execution, arguing in a last-minute appeal that prosecutors in his trial violated a court decision by hiding evidence favorable to the defense of Davila being high on drugs at the time of the shootings.

They also said it was inappropriate for his former trial judge, now the prosecuting attorney, to seek his execution date.

The court rejected the appeal without providing details, issuing its decision less than 15 minutes before the planned execution time.

It’s a boy: ‘Very excited’ Prince William takes Kate home after birth of prince

Kate, wife of Prince William, smiled and waved as she left hospital on Monday after giving birth to a boy who is now fifth in line to the British throne.

The baby was born at 1001 GMT (6.01 a.m. ET)and weighed 8 lbs 7oz (3.8 kg). William was present for the birth at St Mary’s Hospital in west London where their other two children, George and Charlotte, were also born.

Kate, wearing a red dress, smiled at hundreds of well-wishers and assembled journalists as she left the hospital clutching her baby just 7 hours after the birth. William later put the boy, strapped into a car seat, into a waiting car.

“Thrice the worry now,” William told reporters, holding up three fingers with a smile, as he got into a Land Rover to take his wife and newborn back to Kensington Palace. “We didn’t keep you waiting too long this time.”

“Very happy, very excited, thank you,” he said. When asked about a name for the boy, William said: “You’ll find out sooner or later.”

Bookmakers have made Albert, Arthur, Jack and Fred the favored names for a boy.

Queen Elizabeth, Prince Charles, the baby’s grandfather, and other members of the royal family and Kate’s family have been informed and “are delighted with the news”, Kensington Palace said.

When William brought his children to see their brother, Princess Charlotte, 2, turned and waved at the gathering of well-wishers. George, 4, did not wave.

The baby is the queen’s sixth greatgrandchild and is behind his grandfather and heir Prince Charles, father William, and siblings George and Charlotte in line to the throne.

A 2013 change to the law means that for the first time in British history, a new prince will not supplant his older sister in the order of succession. Previously younger males would take precedence over older female siblings.

William’s younger brother Harry, who marries U.S. actress Meghan Markle next month, falls to sixth on the list.

The official announcement of the birth was made by placing a notice on an easel in the forecourt of the queen’s London home, Buckingham Palace, a tradition that has been in place since it became the sovereign’s official residence in 1837.

“My warmest congratulations to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the birth of their baby boy,” Prime Minister Theresa May said. “I wish them great happiness for the future.”

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White House doctor refuses to pull out as Trump’s nominee for veterans job

U.S. President Donald Trump’s physician Ronny Jackson will push ahead as the nominee to lead the Veterans Affairs department after allegations about his conduct stalled his Senate hearing for the job, a White House official said on Tuesday.

Jackson had been set to have his confirmation hearing for the job on Wednesday. But that was postponed indefinitely as senators from both parties said they wanted to look into concerns that had come to light U.S. President Donald Trump’s about the Navy rear admiral, nominee to be U.S. Secretary of who has worked as a presidential Veterans Affairs, Navy Rear Adm. physician since the George W. Ronny Jackson Bush administration.

Trump left open the Montana Senator Jon possibility during a news Tester, the top Democrat on the conference that Jackson would committee, told NPR that more withdraw from a political process than 20 military personnel had the president described as “too come forward with concerns about ugly and too disgusting.” improper distribution of sleeping

But Jackson met with pills and drinking alcohol on Trump late in the day, and overseas trips, as well as creating afterward a White House official a toxic work environment. said the doctor would “certainly “Some of the exact words not be railroaded by a bitter ex- that were used by the folks who colleague.” we talked to were: abusive toward

The White House staff, very explosive personality, provided copies of Jackson’s belittles the folks underneath him performance reviews with - staff that he oversaw, screamed handwritten notes of effusive toward staff, basically creating praise from former President an environment where the staff Barack Obama and Trump, and felt that they needed to walk on said the FBI had given him a eggshells when they were around clean background investigation. him,” Tester told NPR.

It also provided reports The White House said from a military medical inspector an audit by outside experts has general that shed light on a toxic shown Jackson “worked within work environment in the White the official guidelines” in his work House medical unit in 2012. and confirmed his prescriptions

The reports described were “completely appropriate.” a power struggle and infighting between former White House “EXPERIENCE PROBLEM” doctor Jeffrey Kuhlman and Jackson, then the director of the Jackson, 50, is an Iraq White House medical unit. “The war veteran trained in emergency staff characterized the working medicine who raised his profile environment as being caught in January in a long and glowing between parents going through a news conference about Trump’s bitter divorce,” one report said. health after his first presidential

medical exam.

The situation is the latest in a series of White House personnel controversies that have resulted in a higher-than-usual turnover.

Jackson’s qualifications to lead the sprawling Veterans Affairs department were questioned from the time Trump nominated him in late March.

Trump acknowledged on Tuesday that Jackson had an “experience problem.”

The agency, which has 350,000 employees and runs 1,700 facilities that serve more than 9 million veterans a year, has long faced criticism for the quality of its care and the bureaucracy that veterans encounter. In total, it oversees healthcare and benefits for about 20 million military veterans.

It has been led by an acting secretary since late March.

Trump fired former VA Secretary David Shulkin after concerns about unauthorized travel expenses.

Even after his hearing was postponed, Jackson had continued to hold meetings with senators on Capitol Hill.

“I can answer the questions. I’m looking forward to rescheduling the hearing and answering everyone’s questions,” Jackson told reporters after meeting with Republican Senator Jerry Moran on Tuesday.

Moran told reporters Jackson had denied having done anything wrong.

The Senate’s calendar might not work in Jackson’s favor. There appeared to be little chance the committee would hold a confirmation hearing this week. On Saturday, Congress begins a nine-day recess, which is a long time for any embattled presidential nominee to be in limbo.

Suspect charged with capital murder for shooting Dallas officer

Armando Juarez

One of the two Dallas police officers shot outside a Home Depot store died on Wednesday and the man suspected of the crime was being held on a capital murder charge, which can bring the death penalty, officials said.

Armando Juarez, 29, was caught after a high-speed chase following Tuesday’s shooting at a Home Depot store, Dallas police said.

The officer who died was identified as Rogelio Santander, 27. Officer Crystal Almeida, 26, remained in critical condition, police said.

“We come before you this morning with broken hearts,” Dallas Police Chief U. Reneé Hall said in announcing Santander’s death.

A Home Depot security officer, Scott Painter, who also was shot, remained in critical condition, Hall told reporters outside Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas.

Hall said Almeida and Painter were “making remarkable recoveries.”

Both police officers had been with the department for three years, officials said.

Juarez was being held at the Dallas County Jail on $1 million bond. He was also wanted on a prior felony theft warrant.

“I’ve assigned a team of prosecutors from my office to assist the Dallas Police Department in our mutual pursuit of justice,” Dallas County District Attorney Faith Johnson said in a statement.

A woman, who was not identified, was also taken into custody with Juarez, Hall said. Local media reported she was a passenger in the pickup truck.

Local media reported Juarez was being represented by a public defender. The Dallas County Public Defender office did not immediately return a call for comment.

Hall said the shooting began at about 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday after an off-duty officer working at the store detained a man and called for help.

Sixteen people killed in Nigerian church attack Semi-nomadic herdsmen armed with guns killed 16 people on Tuesday in an attack on a church congregation in a central state of Nigeria plagued by communal violence, police said.

Hundreds of people have died in clashes this year between herders and farmers in central Nigeria in an outbreak of violence that has put pressure on President Muhammadu Buhari less than a year before an election he wants to contest.

New York taxi drivers call for pay guarantee, limits on cars for hire

The bloody clashes, linked to grazing rights and dwindling fertile land, have raised questions about the government’s ability to maintain security in the country.

Moses Yamu, a police spokesman in Benue state, said the attack took place around 6 a.m. (1 a.m. ET) in the village of Ayar Mbalom, in Gwer East local government authority.

“Sixteen persons were confirmed killed, including two priests,” said Yamu.

Herdsmen involved in the communal violence are mainly Muslims from the Fulani ethnic group, while members of the settled farming communities are mostly Christian. Attacks have been carried out by both sides.

Some 73 people were killed in central states known as the “Middle Belt” in the first few days of 2018, prompting a high- profile mass burial in Benue state’s capital, Makurdi.

Critics of Buhari, a

New York’s yellow taxi drivers on Wednesday joined with drivers for Uber and other app-based ride services at a rally to call for guaranteed minimum pay and limits on growth in the number of cars for hire in the largest U.S. city.

In a steady drizzle outside City Hall in lower Manhattan, dozens of drivers carried signs with slogans such as “Respect the Drivers,” and “Stop the Race to the Bottom,” before presenting their demands to Mayor Bill de Blasio and the

Muslim who is Fulani, have accused him of failing to crack down on herdsmen because they are from the same ethnic group - an accusation his administration has repeatedly denied.

The latest killings were described as “heinous” by Buhari, a 75-year-old former military ruler who vowed to improve security when he took office in May 2015.

“Violating a place of worship, killing priests and worshippers is not only vile, evil and satanic, it is

city council.

“We want regulation that will create a ground so that people have a chance to stand on something and not just sink into a miserable poverty,” said Bhairavi Desai, executive director of the 19,000-member New York Taxi Workers Alliance. The group represents all categories of for-hire drivers.

Its demands include limiting the number of for-hire vehicles and ensuring that pay rates and regulations are the

clearly calculated to stoke up religious conflict and plunge our communities into endless bloodletting,” he said in a statement.

Buhari declared earlier this month he would seek a second term. His candidacy depends on party approval, which is widely seen as a formality.

The Middle Belt region includes a number of swing states that could play a significant role in determining Buhari’s electoral prospects.

same for Uber[UBER.UL], Lyft and other app-based ride services as they are for yellow cabs, whose numbers are limited to about 13,600.

Since Uber and other app-based services came on the scene about five years ago, their category has swollen to more than 100,000 cars, according to Taxi and Limousine Commission chair Meera Joshi. About 2,000 cars a month are being added, she said.

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NEEDED

1 Labour Need in South Caicos Must work 6 days a week Salary $6.25 per hour Contact: 241-4356

2 Care givers 1 Sales Clerk Need in South Caicos Must work 5 days a week Salary $7.00 per hour Contact: 331-4475

Needs a Helper In Grand Turk To work 3 - 4 days per week Salary $200.00 per week Please Contact: 245-8350

Requirements for this role •10 years in a formal law enforcement role •Experience in advanced surveillance techniques •Certification in incident control & stress management •Certification in impairment by illegal substance recognition •Training in investigative interviewing •Training in securing property and loss prevention •5 yrs experience in Inventory management and control •5 yrs experience in corporate asset protection •5 yrs experience in internal auditing •5 yrs experience in risk management •Able to work independently •Reference checks and proof of certification required Salary: $2,000.00 per month Please email leanne@coralgardens.com or call 1-800-532-8536.

CAICOS PRIDE PRODUCTS SEEKS Plant Worker Fisherman Cost Control Clerk Salary $6.50 per hour Contact: 232-3320

REEF RESIDENCES RESORT MANAGEMENT LTD. Is seeking a Part-Time Receptionist Requirement for this role includes: * Answering telephones * Filing * Checking guests in and out * Answering guest questions * Concierge services * Operating reservation software * Reference checks required Pay is hourly $7/hour plus service fee Please email leanne@ coralgardens.com or call 1-800-532-8536

CLUB SODAX A & J TRUCKING

is looking for A cleaner to wash dishes, clean, and keep yard and section of the grill stall tidy.

Must be able to work six days per week including weekends & holidays. salary rate per hour: $6.50 interested persons should contact: 242-1827

Is seeking a Welder Salary is $350.00 per week To work 6 days per week Please contact 241-0087

#681509

OTHER PEOPLES AFFAIRS Seeks three (3) Store Assistants Skills needed: Retail Sales Exemplary customer service delivery Detail Oriented Self-Motivated Team player mindset To work 6 days a week Salary commensurate with experience Email your resume to castwoodtull@gmail.com

SUMMIT CONTRACTING Is seeking a Domestic Worker Salary $350.00 per week Please Contact: summitcontracting. tci@gmail.com or call 331-0876

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HAB Limited is seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the following position. Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.

RESORT FINANCE MANAGER Job Description •Responsible for all aspects of Resort and Strata Corporation accounting up to production of Trial Balance.

•All Balance Sheet reconciliations, including bank, credit card accounts and supplier statements.

•Reconciliation of Sales Reports and Accounts Receivable and supervision of Accounts Payable processing and Payroll.

•Reconciliation and preparation of bank deposits.

•Payment of purchase invoices and raising of cheques as applicable.

•Preparation of Strata invoices/statements and corresponding with owners regarding statement queries.

•Preparation and processing of weekly/monthly payroll and Social Security returns •Preparation and processing of monthly Accommodation Tax returns •Preparation and processing of monthly Service Charge payments Requirements •Should have at least (ten) 10 years experience in an Accounts Office.

•Must hold a minimum of a Degree in Accountancy.

•Must be proficient in MS Office application and Quickbooks.

•Must have a good understanding of Accounting Procedures.

•Work with minimal supervision.

The salary range for this position is $30,000 - $41,000.00 per annum, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Interested applicants should submit applications to: Veronica Rigby, HAB Limited, P.O. Box 124, Regent House, The Regent Village, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, Tel: (649) 946-5126; Fax (649) 946-5191; Email: ronnie@habgroup.com.

Interested Belongers must also submit copies of their application to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2. Position currently held by a work permit holder. Closing date for application is May 7, 2018.

APRIL 28TH, 2018 – MAY 5TH, 2018

IS INTERVIEWING FOR: ASSISTANT MANAGER Candidates must have: Hotel Management Degree from recognized University or College Minimum 5 years Senior Hotel Management Experience Experience supervising Housekeeping and Maintenance Staff Candidates must also be personable,customer service oriented, have strong English verbal and written communication skills and car for occasional business use Resumes can be emailed to dpapke@portsofcallresort.com Salary Commensurate with Qualification &Experience

PROVO GOLF CLUB

Provo Golf Club is seeking suitable applicants for the following position: LABOURERS Candidates must be physically capable of performing hard manual labour outside on a daily basis to be able to carry out duties which involve grass cutting, tree trimming, removal of brush and weed, general cleanup of debris and garbage from the company properties. Assist with irrigation and small construction installation projects which includes manual trenching and digging. Previous experience is preferred. Candidates must be willing to work holidays and weekends when required.

Wages starts at $6.50 per hour.

Please submit applications to: Veronica Rigby, Provo Golf Club, P.O. Box 124, Regent House, The Regent Village, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, Tel: (649) 946-5126; Fax (649) 946-5191; Email: ronnie@ habgroup.com.

Interested Belongers must also submit copies of their application to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2. Position currently held by a work permit holder. Closing date for application is May 7, 2018

We are currently seeking a qualified applicant to fill the position of Stevedore

REQUIREMENT: •Minimum of 3 years experience in Stevedoring work.

•Must be in good health to meet the demands of physically challenging work.

•Must be available for emergency calls and be able to work at nights and weekends.

•Must be Crane Inspection and Certification Bureau certified (CICB) in Basic Safety and Riggings •Must be able to speak fluent English language

STEVEDORING WORKATTHE PORTOF PROVIDENCIALESAND/ORTHE PORTOF GRAND TURK: •Tie-up and release of ship shore lines.

•Discharging of containers from ship.

•Back loading of empty containers.

•Discharging cement/blocks from ships.

•Discharging of bulk aggregate and sand from ships.

•Assist in Loading of full container loads (FCL) onto trucks.

•Stocking palletized cargo.

•Stocking empty units/containers.

•Disposal of garbage and debris from ships and port facilities.

•Assist with the maintenance and cleaning Equipment.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE TO: •Discharge and Backload all vessels •Mooring and Unmooring of all vessels •Carry out all other duties as directed by the Supervisor Salary Range: US$10.00 per hour All applications must be submitted by March15th, 2015.

Human Resources Manager Provo Stevedoring Ltd. P.O. Box , South Dock Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Fax: (649) 946-4828 Email: cagreene@provostevedoring.com

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WATERLOO HOTEL MANAGEMENT LTD Waterloo Hotel Management Ltd is looking to fill the following position.

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Reporting to the CEO, the Corporate Director will require extensive Managerial experience in Operations; Food & Beverage; Sales; Marketing and Finance both in branded and non-branded properties.

•Must have over 10 years’ experience managing all-inclusive Resorts operations for different target groups •Must understand fiduciary board responsibilities •Degrees in hospitality preferably a bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or equivalent required - MBA degree desired •Extensive business development experience •Ability to work in USA Salary range for this position commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

COST CONTROL MANAGER

Job Responsibilities •Direct and coordinate the activities of the cost control department •Organize the cost controlling system •Organize the store and receiving system •Manage F&B cost function •Track record of all cost issues •Maintain standard of all responsible areas •Coordinate with all departments for inventory •Develop cost report for Chief Accountant •Support cost information for all concern departments upon request Job Requirements •Five years’ experience in food and beverage accounting.

•Excellent processing experience with hotel software, Opera, Adaco and Dataplus Accounting System.

•Excellent knowledge in computer with experience with Microsoft software excels.

The salary for this position is $35,000 per annum based on experience belongers only need apply.

DIRECTOR OF SECURITY

The Director of Security must lead the Security Team in order to provide a safe environment for the hotel and private residence guests, owners, personnel, and property. We are looking for individuals with previous police or security experience. Good communication skills is required. Applicants are required to have physical mobility as lifting, walking, bending and moving objects up to 20 lbs. Speaking, writing and reading English is required. Positive attitude and willing to learn is a must. This position requires an applicant with a flexible schedule and the ability to work all shifts, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities •Manage and supervise the day-to-day security force of the property to ensure the safety and security of all guests, personnel, and property.

•Review and conduct performance evaluations for Security staff.

•Implement all policies and procedures regarding security and safety.

•Design and implement preventive safety and security programs.

•Prevent situations that could jeopardize the reputation of the hotel.

•Investigate crimes committed against the hotel, guests, and employees.

•Document all incidents occurring in the hotel in connection with crime, subversion, potential liabilities, and insurance requirements.

•Assist hotel staff in handling of unusual guest or employee problems, such as, but not limited to, disorderly conduct, thefts, suicides, bomb threats, employee or guest accidents, fire or safety hazards, robberies, terrorist activities, civil disturbances power of elevator failures, medical assistance, and natural disasters.

•Select, train, schedule, discipline, and direct security personnel in all aspects of security policies and procedures.

•Keep abreast of developments within the hotel and community as they relate to security as well as act as a liaison with local law-enforcement agencies.

•Remain informed of current Federal and local laws and regulations as they relate to the hotel, particularly in areas of guest, patron, and employee rights.

•Take an active role in the implementation of the hotel’s fire plan including the General Communication Center, the Command Post, all technical equipment, and the roles each employee/manager plays.

•Control the key, lock system, alarm system, and fire protection system.

•Respond properly in any hotel emergency or safety situation.

•Perform other tasks or projects as assigned by hotel management and staff.

•Execute all tasks of a security officer.

MANAGER of ALL INCLUSIVE SERVICES Reporting directly to the Director of All-Inclusive Services. The position is to oversee the daily operations of the Front Office, Guests Services, Tour Operations and Diamond Club. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

•Execute and/or coordinate all staff schedules and related activities.

•Supervise the operations of all Guests’ Services Departments and Night Audit.

•Management of all financial function and revenue collection.

•Assist in the installation of any new software - document retention, inventory management, payroll, POS. •Preparation of budgets, forecasts and cash flows.

•Maintenance of financial ledgers and daily departmental accounting processes.

•Ensuring that appropriate systems and internal controls are implemented and maintained.

•Overseeing the Payroll process.

Qualification: •10 years’ experience in all-inclusive operations. Multi-Unit resort operations experience is preferred •Proven leadership skills with a strong ability to assess talent and build effective teams.

•Hands on ability to plan, organize, prioritize and effectively manage multiple complex projects concurrently within a fast-paced and growth environment.

•Proven success in collaborative leadership and working with crossfunctional leadership.

•Ability to create effective project management plans, timelines and organization processes.

•Strong business acumen with results orientation to drive key business performance metrics.

•Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; ability to communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.

Salary will commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

TECHNICIAN Responsibilities •Installing, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining the refrigeration and air conditioning systems •Fabricate and assemble refrigeration and air conditioning systems.

•Carry out all necessary changes to air in the system, test lines, components and connections for leaks.

•Install expansion and control valves on units and adjust and replace parts as needed.

Requirements: •Must possess a minimum of 5 years 4 star background in same or similar position •Certification or diploma from a formal Electrical or Technical Institution is required.

•Must be highly organized individual.

•Must be computer literate and have excellent, clear communication skills written and oral

COMPUTER PROGRAMMER & IT SPECIALIST To provide support analysis and management and assist in the planning, developing, installing, configuring, maintaining and supporting hardware, software and communication systems in order to maintain the stable operation of the information systems and networks of our Hospitality Group.

Job Description: •Assist in analysing the IT needs of the Group and determining the immediate and long-range software and hardware requirements.

•Maintain, secure, troubleshoot and administer Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN), Internet (Cable/DSL/Wi-Fi connection) and IPTV •Maintain & evaluate computer hardware, communication equipment, networking software, operating system and application software.

•Network administration and management.

•Maintain control records, implement & secure network traffic and optimize server performance.

•Perform and ensure System/Data back-ups and its recovery operations; •Provide problem solving services and assist network users on system & software such as PMS, POS Software and Telephone Billing System.

•Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers and contractors to seek products and services.

•Provide on-call technical support.

•Follow all safety policies Requirements: •Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology •5 plus years Working Experience in IT •Knowledge of VLAN and switch management technology •Strong customer service orientation •Microsoft Server Administrator, Microsoft Exchange and Microsoft SharePoint •Knowledge of Apple Macintosh Operating System

Interested persons may contact our Corporate HR department by submitting your resume with qualifications and experience to: hr@wihl.com Please also submit a copy of your completed application to our local labor department.

Closing date May 11th 2018

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WATERLOO HOTEL MANAGEMENT LTD Waterloo Hotel Management Ltd is looking to fill the following position.

•Knowledge of IQWare and/or Visual One would be a distinct advantage •Keen attention to details •Highly self-motivated and directed Salary entry point is $31,000 per annum and will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

SERVER

Responsibilities •Welcomes and greets guests with a warm friendly smile. Informs guests of specials and menu changes, makes suggestions and answers questions regarding food, beverages, and service.

•Processes guests’ orders and ensures all items are prepared properly and in a timely manner.

•Demonstrates a commitment to provide the best possible experience for guests, ensuring superior personalized service.

•Communicates with kitchen staff to ensure guest satisfaction with the food and service.

•Observes diners to ensure guests are satisfied with the food and service and respond to any additional requests.

•Clears and resets table at the end of each course or upon completion of the meal.

•Prepares guest checks that itemize and total meal costs and sales tax and accepts payment.

•Follows food safety and handling procedures and compliance regulations as outlined by hotel standards and Local TCI laws.

•Adheres to all hotel safety and security policies and procedures as outlined by hotel standards •Maintains superior standards of quality, service, and cleanliness in the restaurant and service area.

•Consistently maintains a neat, organized and clean workspace and uniform.

•Performs opening and closing duties as assigned.

•Performs other duties as assigned

ROOM ATTENDANTS

To ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the assigned guestroom, work areas and equipment. Must be able to push and pull carts weighing up to 150lbs and be able to climb flights of stairs several times daily.

BUTLER •Prepare and serve hot, cold, and/or alcoholic beverages.

•Stock ice, glassware, and supplies.

•Anticipate and communicate replenishment needs promptly.

•Wash dishes and serving utensils as needed.

•Complete opening and closing duties.

•Requisition all necessary supplies, transporting supplies from storeroom to bar set-up area as required.

•Secure liquors, beers, wines, coolers, cabinets, and storage areas.

•Document pertinent information in department logbook.

•Forecast additional meal requirements and communicate special requests to the kitchen.

•Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager.

•Follow all company policies and procedures, ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.

•Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation.

•Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds; and stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.

•Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

BARTENDER Requirements: •1-3 years Bar/Restaurant experience •Must be energetic, personable pleasant, professional and a team player •Service oriented person; well-groomed with excellent people skills; ALWAYS smiling and •Willing to work a flexible schedule to include split shifts, weekends and holidays •Ability to multi-task as a server when necessary as per the operations of resort, inventory control knowledge would be an asset Receptionist As the receptionist, you will be the first face and voice to greet clients and assist them with their needs. The position requires excellent phone etiquette, Microsoft Word and Excel knowledge and the ability to multi-task. This is a fast-paced and exciting environment. We are looking for a team player who is self-motivated and can think on their feet. Speak with others using clear and professional language, prepare and review written documents accurately and completely, and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, and support team to reach common goals. Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

•Answering/directing phone calls to appropriate associates •Takes and receives messages •Provides callers with general information, including company address, directions, and other related information •Greets and directs visitors in a friendly, professional manner •Administrative work including mail distribution, and ordering supplies •Opens and closes visitor area Salary range for the positions listed above begin at $6.50 per hour and will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Interested persons may contact our Corporate HR department by submitting your resume with qualifications and experience to: hr@wihl.com Please also submit a copy of your completed application to our local labor department.

Closing date May 11th 2018

CBMS Ltd.

131 South Dock Road Providenciales

DBS Construction Ltd.

JLJ Variety Store

Rochelle Thompson

Is seeking to fill the positions of 2 Industrial Machinery Painters - Salary starts at $17.50 per hour.

- 5+ Years of experience in Heavy Machinery Painting.

- Must be able to operate sand blaster.

- Must be able to Prep and paint heavy equipment, weld sheet metal and do body work.

This position is currently not held by anyone.

Please contact 331-0221 or 941-3400 or email: cbmsltd@tciway.tc

CBMS Ltd.

131 South Dock Road Providenciales Is seeking to fill the position Marine Construction Operation Manager - Salary starts $850.00 per week. Can be negotiated based on experience.

- 10 Years experience in Marine Construction.

- Experience with hydraulic dredging, sheet piling, and groin construction.

- Experience running heavy equipment.

- Qualified in Diving First Aid. This position is currently not held by anyone.

Please contact 331-0221 or 941-3400 or email: cbmsltd@tciway.tc

Looking for: 3 Experienced Carpenters Required to work 6 Days per Week Pay is based on experience - $8.00 to $10.00 per hour Location: Grand Turk Contact: 649-231-2172

Is seeking a Manager To Work 5 days per week Mondays – Fridays Salary is based on experience Please Contact: 344-4836

John Hilton

YOEL SANCHEZ

Is seeking a Cleaner/Domestic Worker To work on Cruise ship days Salary $300.00 Please Contact: 246-5310

#681529

NEEDS DOMESTIC WORKER In Grand Turk Salary $6.25 per hour To work 6 days per week Please Contact 347-4855

Is seeking a Domestic Worker To work 5 days a week Salary is $6.25 per hour Please contact 341-5288.

E.L. REPAIR SHOP

Is seeking a Painter To work 5 days per week Salary $6.25 per hour Please Contact: 231-6153

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VACANCY: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT 1. \: This administrative position has responsibility for provision of secretarial/ administrative support services to the Chief Executive Officer in the Providenciales Branch office. The Executive Assistant coordinates the activities of accommodating visitors, making appointment, responding to correspondence and developing data management for the CEO. The incumbent is expected to generate results that are deemed effective when: systems are in place to protect confidential information; correspondence answered in a timely manner, and performs general administrative and clerical duties.

2. NATURE AND SPAN OF CONTROL 2.1 The Position Reports Directly to: Chief Executive officer 3. LIAISON 3.1 The Incumbent Liaises Internally: All Heads Departments 4. REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERISE/SKILLS 4.1 This position requires: •Human relation skills •Resource management •Excellent time management skills •Telephone skills •Strong written and oral skills including computer literacy in the main processing, spreadsheet and presentation graphics programmes.

•Effective, interpersonal, communication and customer services skills 5. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE •Experience: The positon requires three (3) years on the job experience to acquire the competencies necessary to meet the challenges of the functions. The experience should cover: •Secretarial skills •Information technology •Administrative Support •Communication •Human relation skills 6. SPECIFIC TASKS OR DUTIES •Meets and greets office guest •Provides professional management of the telephones •Provides professional secretarial services for the Chief Executive Officer.

•Arranges the appointment diary of the Chief Executive Officer •Responds to routine office correspondence.

•Draft response to correspondence for the Chief Executive Officer’s signature.

•Maintains proper data base for storage and retrieval of information.

•Open sort and distribute incoming correspondence for CEO and the Board.

•Prepare and modify internal/external documents including correspondence, reports, drafts, memos and emails.

•Take minutes at Bi-weekly HOD meetings.

•Photocopy documents for Board meetings.

•Plan, organize and co-ordinate the functions and special event for the Board and CEO. •Assist with the preparation of business presentations.

•Coordinate Board, Appeals and other meetings.

•Assist with general office administration.

•Ensures that the NHIB buildings, generator, A/C units and grounds are properly maintained.

7. PERFORMANCE CRITERIA The incumbent is deemed to be performing his/her duties effectively when: •Correspondence is responded to promptly.

•Proper data management system is in place for filling and retrieval of data •Provides professional secretarial services for the Chief Executive Officer.

•Minutes are completed and submitted to the CEO for review.

•CEO appointment diary is kept up current.

•Board files are properly maintained and secure.

•Assist with general office administrative duties.

Salary Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience Deadline for submissions of applications is April 30th 2018.

Dr. Hamlet Nation National Health Insurance Board Salt Mills Plaza Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands British West Indies Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

VACANCY: SENIOR REGISTRATION OFFICER JOB PURPOSE: To provide administrative support to the registration department; where all members are registered in accordance with NHIB Ordinance and Regulations.

To maintain member files, inputting new and existing member information into PCM database, dealing with customer inquiries and performing day-to-

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day administrative/clerical tasks as needed.

Essential Duties: • Process change requests (by way of forms, direct email and Employer Eservices are processed in a timely manner.

• Contact employers in relation to the submission of change requests/ registration documents (when additional documents are required for processing).

• Register applicants for NHIP coverage in a timely manner; assisting with the processing of enrollment forms as needed.

• Submit monthly “documents collected” report.

• Accurate Member Record Management: creating and updating/ maintaining member records/files by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Scan registration documents/change requests and attach the appropriate documents to members’ records (legal status documents, passport, etc.)

• Communicate with employers, human resources agents/office administrators, pharmacies and other hospital/medical personnel regarding eligibility queries (via office visit, telephone and email).

• Report non-compliant registration issues to the compliance department.

• Ensure customers are served in a professional manner.

• All registration queries are answered or when necessary directed to the immediate supervisor.

• ‑Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or any other person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Skills/Qualifications: •Must have an Associate’s Degree.

•Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

•Must ensure that data is entered accurately.

•Must have excellent written/verbal communication skills.

•Must be able to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)

•Must be an excellent team player with team building skills.

•Must be reliable, able to handle pressure, show initiative and multitask oriented.

•Must have customer relations experience as well as listening and time management skills.

Salary Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience Deadline for submissions of applications is April 30th 2018.

Dr. Hamlet Nation National Health Insurance Board Salt Mills Plaza Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands British West Indies Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

VACANCY: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER 1. POSITION SUMMARY-OVERVIEW This is a managerial position, which has systems wide responsibility for shaping the direction of the Information Technology Department of the NHIB. Providing technical and strategic direction to the Systems Administrator, The IS Manager develops and implements the Department strategies plans; develops new IT systems; conducts technology needs assessments; develops implements and monitors IT Department and Divisional policies and procedures and develops and maintains training manuals and is expected to generate results that are deemed acceptable when: IT policies and procedures re developed and implements to govern the activities of the department; IT systems are designed to meet the requirements of the users; systems operate efficiently and with minimal down time; security measures are in place to maintain the integrity of the system and to safeguard security measure area in place to maintain the integrity of the systems and to safeguard client confidential data and backup and recovery systems are in place to facilitate the recovery of lost or damaged files.

The Position Reports Directly to:

Chief Executive Officer

2. REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERISE/SKILLS This position requires: •In-depth knowledge of IT System development; •Strong written and oral skills including computer literacy in the main processing, spreadsheet and presentation graphics programmes.

•Skills in managing meetings, negotiation and consensus building.

•Effective, interpersonal, communication and customer services skills 3. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: •Master’s Degree in Information Technology, •Business Management Experience •At least five (5) years on the job experience to acquire the necessary competencies to effectively respond to the challenges of the job.

•Auditing and Systems Needs Analysis

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•Systems Development and Management •Networking •Database Development and Management

•A minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar corporate position.

•Must be able to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Power Point etc.)

•Must be proficient in the English Language

SPECIFIC TASKS OR DUTIES •Developing policies, procedures, standards and controls or effective management of the IT Department •Designing, implementing and evaluating IT projects •Designing training plans for all system users •Providing departmental and system reports to facilitate decision making •Developing and ensuring continuous updating of manual to guide the operations of the department and the use of IT systems •Ensuring that systems are in place to recapture lost or damaged files •Identifying and sourcing new technology to enhance the capability and capacity of the systems •Developing, monitoring and assessing preventative maintenance schedule to ensure continued reliability of the systems •Managing and supervising the use and allocation for all IT resources •Ensuring service quality management •Ensuring that departmental are met •Preparing the departmental budget •Monitor security/fire systems •Chair Disaster preparedness committee PERFORMANCE CRITERIA The incumbent is deemed to be performing his/her duties effectively when: •IT policies and procedures are developed and implemented to govern the activities of the Department.

•IT systems are designed to meet the requirements of the users.

•Systems operate efficiently and with minimal down time.

•Security measures are in place to maintain the integrity of the systems and to safeguard client. Confidential data.

•Backup and recovery systems are in place to facilitate the recovery of lost or damaged files.

•Proper disaster preparedness procedures/measures are maintained.

Salary Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience Deadline for submissions of applications is April 30th 2018.

Dr. Hamlet Nation National Health Insurance Board Salt Mills Plaza Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands British West Indies Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

Vacancy: Office Administrator/Human Resources Manager This position is generally accountable for ensuring the Organization’s workforce is adequately recruited, compensated, developed and prepared to play an integral role in increasing and sustaining the productivity and delivery requirement of the TCI National Health Insurance Board. The incumbent is deemed to be performing satisfactorily when; proper HR records are maintained, HR Policies and Procedures are accessible to all staff and staff members are aware of Career Training opportunities.

The Position Reports Directly to:

Chief Executive Officer

Positions Reporting Directly to the Incumbent: Customer Service Supervisor, Receptionist,Scanning/Filing Clerks, Office Administrator The Incumbent Liaises Internally:

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All NHIB Departments All Managers All Personnel

The Incumbent Liaises ExternallyOther Employers Labor department, Placement Agencies REQUIRED SKILLS This position requires: •Negotiations •Human relation skills •Communication skills •Compensation skills •Must be a good organizer and tactful.

•Excellent team building skills.

•Excellent writer and oral communication skills.

•Ability to deliver to strict deadlines and work under pressure •Spreadsheet and presentation graphics programmes.

5. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE •A Bachelor’s degree in human resources, labor relations, or in business administration with a concentration in human resources management.

6. SPECIFIC TASKS OR DUTIES •Manage the administration of staff welfare.

•Develop orientation/training programs •Inform staff on developments in the organization •Manage the HR component of the NHIB’s Strategic Plan •Manage the recruitment and deployment of staff.

•Prepare monthly reports.

•Make recommendations for the development, documentation and review of policies and procedures for HR administration.

•Maintain job classification and compensation systems.

•Advise employees on career opportunities.

•Develop the budget for the department.

•Design and develop job profiles •Conduct training needs assessments •Analyze and advise management on the Employment Ordinance •Manage the staff Grievance Procedures •Coordinates staff performance appraisal activities throughout the organization.

•Develops and executes orientation programs for new recruits.

•Administers the human resource information system of the organization.

•Supervision of assigned staff and departments.

•Facilitates arrangement for corporate travel.

•Liaise with the Accounts dept. on the renewal of Insurance Premiums (Vehicles & Premises).

•Ensures that the NHIB building, generator, A/C units and office is properly maintained and secured.

•Work in consultation with HOD’s to ensure HR Policies & Procedures are adopted in a standardized manner.

•Provide administrative support in order to ensure effective and efficient operations of NHIB facilities •Ensure that all supporting documents are accessible and filed appropriately •Ensure the confidentiality and security of all Master files and Personnel files.

•May perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or any other person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Salary Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience Deadline for submissions of applications is April 30th 2018.

Dr. Hamlet Nation National Health Insurance Board Salt Mills Plaza Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands British West Indies Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

VACANCY: LEGAL OFFICER- PROVIDENCIALES This is a senior professional position, which has corporate wide responsibility for all legal matters arising in connection with the administration of the National Health Insurance Programme. The Legal Counsel is the legal advisor to the NHIB. He or she is required to manage a variety of legal matters impacting the administration of the National Health Insurance scheme, appear in all courts and tribunals on behalf of the NHIB to play a key role in the identification and management of legal risk issues risk issues across the organization. He/she is deemed to be performing satisfactorily when the outputs for this position are achieved.

Duties and Responsibilities: •Provide legal advice and opinions on all matters required by the Board, its divisions and departments •Review and draft contracts, leases, conveyances, bonds, securities, bill of sale, mortgages, deeds of variation, deeds of release and other legal documents.

•Recover contribution and all monies owing to the National Health Insurance Board.

•Attend the National Appeals Tribunal and conduct appeals on behalf of the Board.

•Liaise with external Attorneys with respect to the litigation portfolio including the preparation of briefs to external counsel.

•Assist with the provision of training in the understanding of the National Health Insurance Ordinance.

•Drafting in association with the office of the Attorney General, new or amending legislation, and regulations, reciprocal and other agreements, etc.

•Legal scrutiny of instructions, leaflets, etc.; in-so-far as they explain or interpret the provisions of National Health Insurance Plan.

•Advising on matters of genera law, which may arise in connection with administration of oaths and affirmation; property transfer and terms of

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•Submit Monthly Reports to Executive Management on all legal activities •Initiate Prosecutions and Prosecute Employer and Self-employed arrears.

•Interpret the National Health Insurance Board Ordinance and Regulations for all staff on a needs basis.

•Assess and advise on all eligibility of beneficiaries.

•Interpret other Ordinances as it relates to the registration and benefits of NHIB beneficiaries.

•Draft legal opinions for advancement to the Chief Executive Officer on all matters arising under the Legislation.

•Conduct ongoing training on the National Health Insurance Board Legislation.

Qualifications and Experience: •A Law Degree, a Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice and designation Attorney at Law. •At least five (5) years post qualification experience to acquire the necessary competencies to effectively respond to the challenges of the job.

•Solid competencies in legal drafting, Litigation, Opinion writing and legal research.

•Must be able to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Power Point etc.)

•Excellent team player with team building skills •Excellent written and oral communication skills •Ability to deliver to strict deadlines and to work under pressure.

Salary Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience Deadline for submissions of applications is April 30th 2018.

Dr. Hamlet Nation National Health Insurance Board Salt Mills Plaza Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands British West Indies Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

VACANCY: CLERICAL OFFICER This is an administrative position which assist all departments with the filing and scanning of documents. The filing/scanning clerk must ensure that all the NHIB files are filed and save accurately to the member records.

Specific Tasks or Duties:  Responsible for obtaining and preparing documentation for record retention purposes  Retrieving files for scanning  All files must be filed upon completion of scanning the documents  Reviewing and verify the correct data to be attach of each file  Filing of documents for various departments  Work closely with departments to ensure files are accessible to all upon completion  Act as support to the Office Administrator with daily administrative functions  Provide administrative support in order to ensure effective and efficient office operations o Ensure that all supporting concerns are accessible and filed appropriately o Ensure the confidentiality and security of all files in your possession.  May perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or any other person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Skills/Qualifications:  This position requires a high school diploma  Minimum of 5CXC GCE  Grade point average of 2.5 or higher  Must be able to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point etc.)  Excellent team player with team building skills.  Excellent writer and oral communication skills.  Ability to deliver to strict deadlines and work under pressure.  Ability to work with highly confidential information and maintain file security.

Salary $27,000.00 Deadline for submissions of applications is April 30th 2018.

Dr. Hamlet Nation National Health Insurance Board Salt Mills Plaza Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands British West Indies Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

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VACANCY: MARKETING/PUBLIC RELATIONS AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT Position Summary: This is an administrative support position, which is generally accountable for ensuring that the general public is aware of how the National Health Insurance Plan works, understands how to access the service and benefits at the NHIB, the personal returns and advantages of paying contribution to the Health insurance fund. The incumbent must develop the necessary high impact programs and improve public image of the NHIB. This positon will oversee the corporate image of the NHIB by organizing Public Relation activities.

Specific Task or Duties:  Booking radio, TV and print advertisements.  Monitoring NHIP website for pertinent material or messages and forwarding same to the CEO.  Updating NHIP website with current content.  Liaising with the department managers to develop content for publishing online and on print, TV or radio media.  Managing and maintaining the content and material for a periodical internal email magazine.  Preparation and maintenance of profiles of all employees; content to be used in marketing the NHIP on websites and other media.  Liaising with department managers to design and produce Preventative Health Care Programmes.  Liaising with Human Resource Manager to broadcast internal messages.  Supporting the CFO in managing the strategic marketing plan.  Supporting the CFO in designing and completing templates for the Annual Report  Supporting the CEO in managing annual events.  Supporting the CEO in designing and producing pronouncements for online and print media (with legal advice).  Visiting schools and other forum to make presentations on behalf of the NHIP  Using personal face and voice in producing advertisements for NHIP (when needed)  Pricing and costing media productions with support from finance.  Conducts reviews of customer service quality assurance standards/ protocols.  Conducts customer care surveys and provide feedback to the CEO.  Ensure all agreed targets are conscientiously pursued and realized  Provide administrative support in order to ensure effective and efficient office operations  Ensure that all supporting documents are accessible and filed appropriately  Ensure the confidentiality and security of all files  May perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or any other person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Skills/Qualifications:  Degree in Mass Communications/Public Relations or equivalent of 3 years’ experience in marketing.  Marketing and Sales  Research Methods  Ability to write reports and business correspondence  Demonstrate a high level of integrity and professionalism  Ability to work as a team  Very detail oriented with the ability to multi-task  Show initiative  Time management skills  Ability to be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision Performance Criteria The incumbent is deemed to be perming his duties effectively when:  The organization’s website is up to date/relevant.  The organization publishes a public information document.  The public image of the NHIB continues to improve.  There is a marketing and promotional plan in action.  NHIB annual events calendar is managed.  Preventive Health Programmes is launched.  All Marketing targets are met.

Salary Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience Deadline for submissions of applications is April 30th 2018.

Dr. Hamlet Nation National Health Insurance Board Salt Mills Plaza Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands British West Indies Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

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•Able to maintain cabinet hardware and replace them as needed •Can build other wooden structures (e.g. umbrella and shoe racks; garbage bins; temporary and permanent assets etc.)

OPEN JOB POSITION DATE OPEN: START DATE:

April 23, 2018 ASAP

POSITION: Cook

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.

Requirements: •A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a carpenter or cabinet maker •A minimum of an undergraduate degree in Engineering or an equivalent of vocational training •Hotel industry experience preferred •Ability to work independently as well as on a team •Must be creative and able to think outside of the traditional box •Must be able to communicate efficiently, both written and verbally, in English Shifts varies. Full time. Weekend and holiday work may be required.

Qualified Islanders and Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: $12.00

DATE OPEN: April 18, 2018 START DATE:

May 1, 2018 This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Painter (2) Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying POSITION: applications to the Commissioner of Labour& Work Job Overview:Primary responsibilities include applying Permit paint to surfaces including canvas, walls, floors, doors, and Board Zone 2 cabinets. Mixing, matching, and applying paint, varnish, shellac, enamel, and other finishes. Being able to scrape, Salary Range:$10.75 - $11.40 per hour sandpaper, prime, or seal surfaces prior to painting. Cleaning DATE OPEN: April 23, 2018 walls to ensure proper adherence.

START DATE: ASAP Responsibilities: POSITION: Waiter •Painting interior and exterior walls of buildings and other surfaces Job Overview: Prepare tables with special attention to •Varnishing and staining finished wood works and sanitation and order. Attend to customers upon entrance. furniture Present menus and help customers select food/beverages.

•Prepping walls and surfaces for paint, stains and Take/serve orders and answer questions or make varnishes recommendations for other products. Deal with complaints •Touching up damaged surfaces in guest areas and or problems with a positive attitude. Issue bills and accept rooms payment. The individual must be well groomed, clean and •Maintaining the painted surfaces in guest areas to polite. Previous experience is a must and should be able to ensure that the overall aesthetic of the public areas speak and write English. Shifts varies. Full time. Weekend meet company standards and holiday work may be required.

This position is currently held by an expatriate Requirements: •An all-around knowledge of painting worker •5+ years of experience working as a painter Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying •Hospitality experience preferred applications to the Commissioner of Labour& Work •Ability to work independently as well as on a team Permit Board Zone 2 •Must be able to communicate efficiently, both written and verbally, in English Salary Range: $6.25 - $6.75 per hour DATE OPEN: START DATE:

April 18, 2018 May 1, 2018

POSITION: Finishing Carpenter

Shifts varies. Full time. Weekend and holiday work may be required.

Qualified Islanders and Belongers need only to apply Job Overview: A finishing carpenter’s main responsibilities Salary Range: $8.00 would be to add more detailed components and artistry to wood projects being worked on by the Engineering Department. They would be responsible for ensuring Interested persons can contact our Human that the all carpentry projects meet the standards of the Resources Department no later than May 25, 2018 organization and adhere to a strict health and safety codes @ (649) 946-5050 Ext. 1066 and regulations.

Email: humanresources@gracebayclub.com Fax: (649) 946-5758 Responsibilities: P.O. Box 128 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos •Responsible for repairing all types of wooden furniture Islands, British West Indies and cabinets

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