Grounds Man (Kingston, Jamaica) - Office of the Governor-General & Staff

JOB TITLE: Grounds Man
JOB GRADE: LMO/TS 2
LOCATION: The Governor-General’s Personal Staff
DEPARTMENT: Private Establishment
UNIT: Grounds
REPORTS TO: Landscape/Grounds Supervisor

MANAGES: Not Applicable 

JOB PURPOSE

Under the supervision of the Landscape/Grounds Supervisor, the Grounds Man is responsible for landscaping and maintaining the King’s House grounds to provide a pleasing backdrop for State, National and Civic ceremonies, Meetings, Visits, Tours and other events and activities undertaken by the Office. The areas include the outer and inner entrance ways to King’s House, inner roadways, Teardrop Garden, The Governor-General’s Garden, Ceremonial Garden, Hardwood Garden, Banyan Lawn, Ceremonial Lawn, West Lawn, Office areas and adjoining Car Parks, and East Pastures.

Healthcare Staffing Coordinator / Client Service Coordinator (Kingston, Jamaica) - Care Assist Jamaica

 Company Overview:

Care Assist Jamaica is a reputable home health agency dedicated to providing exceptional medical care to clients within their residential areas. We are committed to delivering compassionate and professional services through our team of trained medical practitioners. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Healthcare Staffing Coordinator / Client Service Coordinator.

Pharmacist (Westmoreland, Jamaica) - Royale Pharmacy Limited

Royale Pharmacy, a leading retail pharmacy in Westmoreland, seeks a registered Pharmacist to join our highly skilled and professional team members at the Savanna-la-mar location.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's of Pharmacy degree
• One (1) year experience as a registered pharmacist
• Licensed and registered with the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica (PCJ)

The Pharmacist will be responsible for:

• Dispensing prescription and over-the-counter medications
• Supervising the preparation of compounds by technicians
• Entering prescription orders into the system
• Providing drug therapy information and advice, and being the specialist in that area

What we offer:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Continuous training and professional development, 
• Compensation and benefits package to the successful candidate
• Performance incentives
• Staff discounts

Applicants can direct queries, email resumes and cover letters to: rxjobs01@gmail.com 

Location: Savanna-la-mar branch

We appreciate all interests expressed, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Live-in Nurse (St. Andrew, Jamaica)

 

Needed: Live-in Nurse (Week On/Week Off) to work in the Golden Spring area.

Job details:

• Monday A.M to Monay A.M (Live In - 7 Days at a time)
• Provide nursing support to aware, independent elderly couple
• Light housekeeping as helper separately employed Mon-Fri
• Two (2) references required, including immediate past employer
• Salary: 90K per month

Telephone: Call for more information (876) 848-7531.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (St. Ann, Jamaica) - St. Ann Health Department (NERHA)

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health with responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, invite applications from suitably qualified persons with strong team building skills to fill the position of ENROLLED ASSISTANT NURSE - (HTAC/EAN 2) for the St. Ann Health Department.
Reporting to the Public Health Nurse 3 the incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the administration
of nursing services within the Health Department.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma in Enrolled Assistant Nursing from a recognized learning institution
• Registration with the Nursing Council of Jamaica as an Enrolled Assistant Nurse
• Certification in Supervisory Management
• At least three (3) years’ experience as an Enrolled Assistant Nurse 1.

Specific Knowledge Required:

• Thorough knowledge of current legislation affecting the practice of Nursing in Jamaica
• Knowledge of the Staff Orders for the Public Service.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the admission, discharge and transfer of patients
• Assisting in explaining hospital rules and routines to patients
• Assisting patients in moving and turning, getting in and out of bed, positioning and walking as needed
• Assisting with the inter-facility transportation of patients
• Maintaining personal hygiene of the patient according to the needs and condition; that is bathing, cutting
• nails, combing hair, oral hygiene
• Assisting with the preparation of patient’s meals and in the feeding of patients
• Assisting with the patient in dressing and undressing
• Giving, removing and checking bed pans and urinals
• Changing linen and making beds
• Administering alcohol or tepid sponges to reduce body temperature
• Collecting specimens of urine, faeces, sputum and vomitus
• Observing temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressures of patients
• Measuring heights and weights
• Preparing patients for and assisting doctors and nurses in examination, treatment and diagnostic tests
• Preparing instruments and equipment for storage and sterilization
• Sterilizing instruments and equipment
• Assist in receiving, checking and storing supplies
• Perform simple dressings
• Administering medications excluding dangerous drugs as ordered e.g., orally, rectally or by injectionsubcutaneous and intramuscular and carrying out other treatments as assigned
• Co-operating with other members of staff and accepting guidance and corrections

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $2,410,261 – $2,865,042 per annum

Applications letter along with resumé should be submitted no later than Tuesday, 2025 February 11 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Mgt. & Development
North-East Regional Health Authority,
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre,
Ocho Rios, St. Ann,
E-mail: jobs@nerha.gov.jm or Fax: (876) 795-2747

WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR RESPONDING, HOWEVER, ONLY SHORT LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Nanny (St. Catherine, Jamaica)

 Location: New Harbour Village, St. Catherine

Job type: Part-time, Live-out position

Description:

The nanny is needed to care for our 4-month-old infant and 2-year-old toddler, including bathing, feeding, changing, and putting them to bed.

• Heat up pre-prepared meals and give them to the children.
• Keep the home neat and tidy, ensuring the children's living space is clean and organized.
• Provide emotional support and care to the children, including soothing, comforting, and engaging in activities that promote their physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Ensure the children's safety and well-being at all times, including monitoring their health and responding to any emergencies that may arise.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Care for our 4-month-old infant and 2-year-old toddler, including providing physical, emotional, and developmental support

• Perform tasks such as:
• Bathing the children
• Feeding the children
• Changing the children's diapers
• Putting the children to bed
• Keep our home neat and tidy, including:
• Maintaining a clean and organized living space
• Ensuring the children's play areas are safe and clean
• Heat up pre-prepared meals and give them to the children, including:
• Following proper food safety guidelines
• Ensuring the children are fed on a regular schedule
• Ensure the children's safety and well-being at all times, including:
• Monitoring the children's health and responding to any medical emergencies
• Providing a safe and nurturing environment for the children to grow and develop
• Ensuring the children's physical and emotional needs are met

Skills and Abilities:

• Love working with children
• Patient and gentle
• Clean and organized
• Genuine and trustworthy
• Knowledge of childcare and first aid
• Ability to follow simple instructions
• Good communication skills: able to speak and write well in English

Education/Qualifications:

• High school education
• Child Care Diploma/Certification (an asset)
• At least 1 year of childcare experience
• Excellent Grammar
• Proficiency in English

Knowledge and Experience:

• Knowledge of childcare
• Knowledge of first aid (an asset)
• At least 1 year of childcare experience
• Experience working with children, particularly infants and toddlers
• Understanding of child development and ability to provide age-appropriate care

*May be required to work up to 4 days per week.

How to apply: email - Davia.a.w@gmail.com

Deadline: February 12, 2025.

Nannies, Caregivers, Babysitters Needed! (Kingston, Jamaica) - 876 Nannies

We're hiring! Join our team:

Nannies | Child Caregivers | Babysitters

All candidates must also meet the following requirements:

• A love for little people
• Two impeccable references (lawyer, medical doctor, JP, Pastor)
• Good spoken and written English
• Be legally permitted to work in Jamaica
• Have recent childcare experience (A minimum of two (2) years)
• High school graduate or enrolled in college
• Five (5) CXC subjects 
• CPR and First Aid Certified or willing to get certified before hire

All applicants must complete the Nanny Personality Test at 876nannies.com 

The following documents are required:

• Food Handlers' permit
• Clean police record
• Valid drivers' license (optional)

Visit 876nannies.com to apply today!  <<-- click link to apply.

Pharmacist (Kingston, Jamaica) - MegaMart Jamaica

 

Pharmacist Needed

Major Responsibilities:

• Dispense and review prescriptions to ensure accuracy, and compliance with professional and Jamaican regulatory requirements.
• Be able to collaborate with other health care professionals to plan, monitor, review and evaluate patient effectiveness.
• Counsel customers on the selection of medication brands, medical equipment and health-care supplies
• Keep records and other administrative tasks to include insurance claims
• Develop pharmacological knowledge by participating in training pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students and pharmacy interns.
• Be willing to work flexible hours including public holidays, weekends and evenings
• Educate patient on medication use, storage and side effects.
• Have excellent supervisory skills to include inventory management and purchasing
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as assigned

Qualifications and Experience:

• Possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Be a fully registered pharmacist with a valid license to practice by the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica.
• Dispense and review prescriptions to ensure accuracy, and compliance with professional and Jamaican regulatory requirements.
• Be proficient in the Choice Computer Works programme
• Have excellent communication, detail oriented, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Exercise high level of confidentiality and professionalism

Kindly submit your application and resume no later than February 12, 2025 to megamartapplications@megamartjm.com.

Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Sales Associate/Cashier (Montego Bay, Jamaica) -LiveWell Pharmacy

 

Located in Montego Bay, LiveWell Pharmacy is seeking to fill the position of sales associate/cashier.

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications:

• Good customer service skills
• Must be computer literate and able to use Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Minimum of four (4) CXC subjects preferably to include Maths and English
• Cashier experience is not crucial as the successful applicant will be trained

Qualified applicants are invited to email applications an detailed resume by Friday, February 7, 2025 to: livewellrx@yahoo.com 

Helper (St. Catherine, Jamaica)

 

A helper is needed for two (2) days per week. 

Requirements:

• Must provide references
• Must already live in Linstead 
• Must be willing to clean, wash and iron

Telephone: (876) 864-1397.

Days Worker (Kingston, Jamaica)

 

A day's worker is needed for a family of two (2). 

Details:

• $6,000 per day
• Two (2) days for one week
• One (1) day the following week

Location: Forrest Hill

Call: (876) 579-7431.

Live-in Helper (Boscobel, St. Mary)

 

A live-in helper is needed for a family of three (3) in Boscobel, St. Mary.

Requirements:

• Must be literate
• Able to cook local dishes
• JP reference needed

Contact: (876) 361-6200 / (876) 208-7669.

Nanny/Helper (St. Ann, Jamaica)

 

A nanny/helper is needed!

A caring, pleasant, experienced and reliable helper is wanted to do domestic duties and to care for toddler.

Requirements:

• Must have experience in both 

Location: Drax Hall, St. Ann

Pay is $20,000 per week.

Whatsapp: 561-412-8159.

Live-in Nurse/Helper/Nanny (Montego Bay, Jamaica)

Live-in Nurse/Helper/Nanny required for job in Montego Bay.

• Must be between 35 years and 40 years old with no dependents
• Must have experience with children
• Organized and good eye for  detail 
• Must be able to read and write well
• Must have personal and professional references

Deadline: February 14, 2025.

Call: (876) 536-2055.

Housekeepers, Painters, etc (Kingston, Jamaica) - Hygienely

We are hiring!

Join our team and be part of a dynamic organization committed to excellence and personal growth. 

• Labourers
• Janitorial Workers
• Housekeepers
• Painters

Qualifications:

Must be/have:

• Keen attention to detail 
• Good time management skills
• Good communication skills
• Respect for confidentiality 
• Team player
• Good initiative

Located in: Kingston, Jamaica

Apply now: Send your resume to careers@hygienely.com  For more information: (876) 630-2572.

Cook (St. May, Jamaica) - NERHA (Annotto Bay Hospital)

 

The North East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health with responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, is seeking a dynamic, proactive, experienced and analytical individual with strong team building skills to fill the position of COOKS (HSC/HS 3) for the Annotto Bay Hospital.

Under the general supervision of the Dietetic Assistant or Head Cook, the Cook will have the responsibility to prepare and portion meals as well as other activities associated with maintaining the kitchen in a safe and sanitary manner.

The ideal candidate will meet the following educational criteria:

• Secondary/High School Diploma or equivalent
• NVQ-J certification from an approved institution or on the job training
• Valid Food Handler’s permit

Specific Knowledge Required:

• Knowledge of methods and equipment used in preparing food on a large scale
• Basic knowledge of nutrition
• Knowledge of reading recipes, menus and orders
• Knowledge of the proper use and care of various kinds of specialized kitchen equipment
• Knowledge of basic HACCP principles

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Prepare meals and / or assigned menu items for patients and staff according to the menu in a sanitary and timely manner
• Portion in bulk and individually plate prepared meals (regular and special diets) for the various wards as determined by the supervisor
• Practice cleanliness during all stages of food preparation and service (including peeling, slicing/cutting seasoning and storing food items) and demonstrate a high standard of personal hygiene
• Participate in the menu planning process

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 1,332,574 – 1,584,011 per annum

Applications along with resumé should be submitted no later than Friday, 2025 January 24 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Management & Development
North East Regional Health Authority,
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre,
Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica, West Indies.
E-mail: jobs@nerha.gov.jm or Fax: (876) 795-2747

NB. WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR RESPONDING, HOWEVER, ONLY SHORT-LISTED
APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Customer Care Officer (Kingston, Jamaica) - Ministry of Health & Wellness

 

The Ministry of Health & Wellness invites suitably qualified applicants for the following positions. Applicants will be interviewed at the Health & Wellnes Career Expo & Employment Fair at the Confucius Institute on the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus.

Interviews will be conducted between 9:00 a.m. and noon and 1:00 p.m. o Wednesday and Thursday, January 22 - 23, 2025. Take a hardcopy of your resume to the Employment Fair.

JOB PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Manager, Customer Care, the Customer Care Officer (GMG/AM 3) - Vacant, is responsible to assist the general public in all aspects of their interaction with the Ministry with the objective of achieving the mandate of the Ministry. The incumbent will also manage customer inquiries and complaints and interact with customers to provide and process information.

KEY OUTPUTS

• Customer enquiries and complaints addressed
• Portfolio of MDA’s products and services maintained
• Customer Service Training and Sensitization secessions executed
• Information disseminated
• Contact maintained with Divisions/Directors
• E-mails downloaded and forwarded
• Reports prepared
• Research conducted and information provided
• Logs completed and reports produced
• Customer Service Database updated
• Database developed and maintained of key business processes for all services of the Ministry and its agencies

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS INCLUDE:

• Serves as liaison between Divisions/Units and the customers
• Responds to customer requests/enquiries
• Directs requests/enquiries to appropriate staff
• Deals with customer enquiries or complaints by phone, post, email or direct interaction
• Follows-up on customer enquiries not immediately resolved
• Provides customers with product and service information
• Maintains portfolio of the MDA’s products and services
• Maintains portfolio of the business processes of all services of the MDA and its agencies
• Maintains database on key customers of the MDA and tracks customers interface with the MDA
• Foresees possible delays or complications and plans strategies to avoid or minimize them
• Analyzes situations to determine the best use of resources
• Records details of issues and action taken
• In collaboration with the Corporate & Public Relations Unit, updates relevant Notice Boards and the Libraries with information relevant to the customers
• Identifies, researches and resolves customer issues using the computer system
• Recommends new systems, procedures or working practices to improve customer service efficiency
• Recognizes documents and alerts the relevant staff of trends in customer calls
• Completes call logs and reports
• Collates information and prepares monthly/quarterly and annual reports
• Maintains a log of customers complaints and queries
• Communicates with internal divisions on customer service issues
• Maintains the right style and matches customer pace
• Participates in quarterly meetings of the Intra-Ministerial Customer Service Team and prepare relevant minutes and reports
• Performs other related duties that may be assigned from time to time

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Diploma in Management Studies, Public Administration, Personnel Management, Business Administration
• At least two (2) years in Customer Service or performing related functions
• Knowledge of Customer service principles and practices

Applications with résumés are to be submitted to:

Director

Human Resource Management & Development
Ministry of Health
10A Chelsea Avenue
Kingston 10

Email: jobs@moh.gov.jm

The Ministry of Health thanks all applicants for their interest; however, please note that only short-listed.

Data Entry Operator (Kingston, Jamaica) - Electoral Commission of Jamaica

 THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION OF JAMAICA invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of: DATA ENTRY OPERATORS (Short term/full-time position)

Core Duties

• Keys EDW application forms as per program designed by the IS Department.
• Ensures accurate entries are made.
• Provides update to Regional/EDWMU Manager re number of applications keyed, challenges encountered
• Assist constituency staff with keying election data

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• Passes in 5 CSEC subjects inclusive of English Language, Mathematics and Information Technology.
• HEART/NCTVET Certificate (Level 2) in Data Entry Operations/certification from other accredited institutions in Data Entry Operations
• One (1) year experience as a Data Entry Clerk/Operator

Applications should be submitted no later than Monday, February 3, 2025 to:

The Director, Human Resource Management

Email: hr@eoj.com.jm

We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Registered Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica)

A private hospital/surgery centre in Kingston is seeking a skilled and experienced Registered Nurse - Level 2 to join our dynamic healthcare team. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and are committed to excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Provide high quality patient care
• Collaborate with medical professionals to develop and implement care plans
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Monitor patient progress and report changes to the medical team/Director

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse - Level 2 Certification
• Current registration with the Nursing Council of Jamaica
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment 
• Flexibility to work weekends and night shifts as needed

How to apply:

If you are a motivated and compassionate nurse looking for a new challenge, please submit your resume to: office.artofsurgeryja@gmail.com or gm.artofsurgeryja@gmail.com

Cleaners (Kingston, Negril & Montego Bay, Jamaica) - Masters of Property Sanitation Limited (MOPS)

 

We're hiring!

Cleaners

• St. Ann
• Kingston
• Negril
• Montego Bay

If clean is your middle name then join our team! 

We’re looking for cleaners to champion our mission against germs, dust and mess. 

You’ll be responsible for keeping offices, homes, hotels or other public areas neat and organized. 

Requirements:

• Full-time availability
• Prior cleaning experience

Interested? 

Contact:

Email: mopsjamaica@gmail.com