Housekeeper, Nanny (Kingston, Ocho Rios, Montego Bay) - The Nanny Connection

 

Are you interested in a housekeeping or childcare job? 

Have you worked for at least one (1) year in a home caring for a family?

Please submit the following:

• Resume
• Copies of 
• ID
• Certificates, if any
• References/recommendation 

Send to: thenannyconnection.ja@gmail.com 

Live-in helper (Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica)

A live-in helper is needed in Ocho Rios.

Duties include:

• Laundry
• Cooking
• Cleaning

Requirements:

• Age 30 - 60 years old
• Be honest and virtuous
• Five plus (5+) years of experience
• Hard-working

Location Pin: Tower Isle

Interested candidates can reach out by Whatsapp: (876) 438-7040.

Nanny/Babysitter, Housekeeper (St. Ann, Jamaica)

 

We are seeking to employ a Nanny/Babysitter and a Housekeeper for general housekeeping and laundry for a family of four (4) who live in St Ann.

• Nanny/Babysitter
• Housekeeper

Persons who are interested in the above-mentioned vacancies are to submit an application letter along with a detailed resume to touristcoorp@gmail.com.

All candidates must possess a clean record, background checks will be conducted. While we thank all applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Live-in Caregiver/Housekeeper (Portmore, Jamaica)

 A live-in caregiver/housekeeper needed. 

An experienced empathetic person is needed to work in Portmore (Live-in).

Salary: $19,000 weekly.

Requirements:

• Must be able to multitask
• Must be literate
• Preferably 45 years or older

How to apply:

Whatsapp: (876) 346-6207 / (876) 414-5250. 

26 Half Way Tree Road, Kingston 5.

Early Childhood Practitioners (Portmore, St. Catherine, JM)

 

Pre-school and daycare located in Portmore is seeking an Early Childhood Practitioner to work with:

Three months to two year olds

Four and five year olds 

Requirements: 

• NTCVET training or Early Childhood Training
• Must have command of the English Language

Call this number for further information (876) 388-6965.

Caregiver - Live-in (Portmore, St. Catherine, Jamaica)

Seeking a mature female 30-45 years old to take care of an elderly lady, preferably living in the Portmore area.

Required to:

• Keep the place clean
• Take her to clinic/hospital when needed
• Bathe her, comb her hair, wash her clothes and sheets.
• Administer her medication as prescribed.
• Any other duties associated with her well-being.

Work Schedule

• Sunday to Saturday
• Day off on request (ask in advance). 

For more details - Contact (876) 839-1784.

Bearer (Kingston, Jamaica) - Bellevue Hospital

 

Description: Bearer (LMO/DR1)

Job Category: Transport

Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Bellevue Hospital

OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE OF WORK

Under the general supervision of the Transport Officer, the incumbent collects and delivers packages, letters and any other documents as required; conducts transactions for the Hospital as required; undertakes general transportation assignments and conducts routine checks to ensure the efficient upkeep and maintenance of the motor-cycle.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintenance of Motor Bike (Fleet Vehicle):
• Delivers and collects mail/documents and/or office supplies.
• Complete and submit daily assignment log;
• Ensures that the motor bike is logged in and out on a daily basis;
• Report mechanical and other defects of the motor bike to Supervisor;
• Arranges for motor bike to be taken to the garage for repairs and to the Examination Depot for certification of fitness;
• Inspect work done by repairer for satisfactory completion
• Conducts transactions at any agency or organization when instructed.

JOB SPECIFICATION/COMPETENCIES [Minimum]

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• Completion of secondary level education
• License for operating a motorbike (at least two years)
• At least two (2) years’ experience in a similar capacity

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent motorbike riding skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to exercise initiative within the constraints of the job
• Ability to communicate with persons at all levels
• Ability to carry out routine maintenance to motorbike.

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted no later than Wednesday, July 31, 2024 to:-

Human Resource Manager,

Bellevue Hospital,
16 ½ Windward Road,
Kingston 2,

Or

Email: bvh.resumes@gmail.com

Occupational Health & Safety Officer (Kingston, Jamaica) - Bellevue Hospital

 Description: Occupational Health and Safety Officer (GMG/SEG2)

Job Category: Operations
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Bellevue Hospital

Job Purpose:

The Occupational Safety and Health Officer will assist in the provision of advice, training, consultation, monitoring, and governance, to support a wide cross-section of stakeholders by ensuring all relevant Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) legislation, Government of Jamaica policies and procedures are implemented and effective.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participates in the development and revision of specific occupational safety and health system documentation such as, policies, procedures, and manuals.
• Devises and implements systems that ensures all OSH policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to and are regularly reviewed, updated and communicated.
• Conducts a full programme of documented and critically analysed OSH inspections, audits, and checks.
• Maintains and implements occupational safety and health internal audit schedules including monitoring and following up recommendations from previous internal audits and report on audit outcomes to management.
• Participates in the alignment of the hospital’s corporate/operational plans and budget with the Ministry’s strategic objectives and priority programmes.
• Maintains mechanisms to effectively coordinate the alignment of plans, programmes and projects of the Bellevue Hospital and its departments and agencies in order to ensure a cohesive and complimentary execution of policy and programme initiatives.
• Prepares and submits performance and other reports relating to the achievement of targets for the Hospital and its agencies as required and ensures timely submission of all documents/information requested from the Branch.
• Develops Individual Work Plan based on strategic alignment with the hospital’s Operational Plans.
• Prepares and conducts presentations on role of Departments/Units for the Orientation/Onboarding programme;
• Contributes and maintains a harmonious working environment.
• Performs all other related duties and functions as may be required from time to time.

Required Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health & Safety Management, Human Resource Management, Public Sector Management/Public Policy, Business Administration, Management Studies, or related field of Social Science;
• Three (3) years’ experience in Occupational Health & Safety Management, HRM, Audit or equivalent environment.

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted no later than Wednesday, July 31, 2024 to:-

Human Resource Manager
Bellevue Hospital
16 ½ Windward Road
Kingston 2

Or

Email: bvh.resumes@gmail.com

Executive Secretary (Kingston, Jamaica) - Bellevue Hospital

Description: Executive Secretary (OPS/SS 4)

Job Category: Administrative
Job Type: Part Time
Job Location: Bellevue Hospital

Job Purpose:
Under the general direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the incumbent is responsible for providing secretarial and administrative support in order to ensure that services are provided in an efficient and effective manner. The incumbent is required to prepare documents utilizing their initiative in locating, extracting, assembling and presenting information.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide Secretarial support to the Chief Executive Officer.
• Ensure the confidential and prompt dispatch of Minutes, Notes and Ministry Papers to the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Management.
• Compose letters and memoranda with or without the minimum instructions for the Chief Executive Officer’s or Board Chairman’s signature.
• Transcribe letters, memoranda and other correspondence dictated by the Chief Executive Officer or the Board Chairman/Members.
• Maintain a system for the control and safe keeping of classified secret and confidential documents.
• Liaise with Government Ministries/ Departments / Agencies and NGO’s on matters for decision/action.
• Arrange for meetings and interviews with the Press/media. Also refer such personnel to the Public Relations Office and other departments as necessary.
• Inform the Chief Executive Officer, Board Chairman and other officers of urgent matters.
• Liaise with the Chief Executive Officer, Board Chairman, internal and external stakeholders from whom information/instructions are assembled and disseminated.
• Arrange for meetings (internal and external) and brief the Chief Executive Officer and Board Chairman on matters for discussion as well as provide files and background information.
• Interview callers and visitors then disseminate information /advice within scope of responsibility. Also refer callers to relevant officers for assistance as necessary and/or inform external departments for attention.
• Guide and assist other secretarial staff.
• Perform other routine secretarial duties.
• Ensure that systems are in place to provide for the efficient opening distribution, timely response, follow-up and feedback or incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Answers and direct telephone calls to ensure the most appropriate responses and actions. Provides reliable information to callers and correspondents. Make calls as directed.
• Liaise with the department as it relates to requests and timely submission of reports.
• Prepare agendas, for meetings and performs the function of recording secretary.
• Preparation of background paperwork for the necessary meetings the Chief Executive Officer attends.
• Secure confidential documents and direct them to the appropriate persons and ensure confidentiality is maintained in the execution of duties.
• Collating of data for monthly report and present to Chief Executive Officer.
• Ensure that strict confidentiality is maintained in the execution of duties
• Inform and remind the Senior Managers of meetings organized by the Chief Executive Officer.
• Typing of confidential letters and reports.
• Keep simple records; file correspondence, receipt and other papers according to established procedures; gives routine information to the Public.
• Record letters, memoranda and reports and reproduce material in suitable typewritten form.
• Maintain files and performs a variety of office and clerical tasks; keeps appointments diary for supervisor and makes tentative appointments, screen telephone call visitors, and incoming correspondence; determines which requests should be handled by supervisor, appropriate staff members, or other offices
• Assist with the distribution of letters/correspondence for processing and typing in the absence of the Senior Medical Officer’s secretary.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer.

Required Qualification and Experience:

• Certificate in Information Technology.
• Certificate in Administrative Management Level 1-3
• Certification from an accredited Secretarial School with proficiency in typewriting at a speed of 40-50 words per minute and shorthand at 80-100 words per minute.
• Five CXC/GCE’s including English Language, Mathematics
• At least five (5) years’ experience in a similar capacity.
• Knowledge of Government Policies and Procedures
• Knowledge of Health Services Act
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted no later than Wednesday, July 31, 2024 to:-

Human Resource Manager,
Bellevue Hospital,
16 ½ Windward Road,
Kingston 2.

Email: bvh.resumes@gmail.com

Data Entry Clerk (Kingston, Jamaica) - Ministry of Health & Wellness

 

Data Entry Clerk (MIS/IT 2)

Salary $1,711,060

JOB PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Administrator, the incumbent is responsible for imputing data in the Laboratory Information System (DISA) and the maintenance of an effective collating of patients medical reports on a daily basis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Receive incoming calls to the department and deal with them appropriately, through broad knowledge of the organization’s operations
• Ensures that the inventory log is maintained
• Entering information into the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
• Package laboratory reports and dispatches to patients, hospitals and health centres island wide
• Attends to client’s queries
• Affix barcode to correct requisition forms

TECHNICAL

• Working knowledge of computer applications
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Four (4) CXC subjects including English Language and Mathematics
• Training in Data Entry an asset
• Minimum of six (6) months to one (1) year experience in a similar position.

Applications with résumés are to be submitted to:

Director,
Senior Human Resource Management & Development,
Ministry of Health & Wellness,
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 candidates will be contacted.

Pharmacist (Kingston, Jamaica) - Disposables Limited t/a Jamaica Hospital Supplies

 We are seeking individuals to fill the position of: 

Pharmacist (Part-time) 

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage and secure registration of various medical and pharmaceutical products as required by the Ministry of Health and Wellness, the Food and Drugs Act, 1964, and the Precursor Chemicals Act, 2005
• Liaise with international suppliers as it relates to compilation of product dossiers for registration
• Preparation of product dossiers for registration of pharmaceutical/medical products prior to importation, distribution an sale in Jamaica
• Collaborate with procurement supervisor as it relates to import permit application for registered products
• Ensure compliance with relevant health and regulatory entities and Acts

Job Requirements:

• Two (2) years working experience as a Pharmacist
• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy
• Registered Pharmacist licensed by the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica
• Must be an active member of the Pharmaceutical Society of Jamaica
• Possesses a valid drivers' license
• Owns and operates a reliable motor vehicle
• Good time management, analytical and organizational skills
• Experience working at a distribution pharmacy, and handling product registration is a plus
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)

Please submit application letter and resume by Friday, July 19, 2024 to hrm.jamhosp@gmail.com

Email subject must be: Pharmacist

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Telephone Operator (Kingston, Jamaica) - Kingston Public Hospital

 

JOB PURPOSE:
Ensure smooth functioning of hospital switchboard communications. Answer and route correctly all incoming and outgoing phone calls. Assist patients, take messages and log calls for physicians, staff.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Telephone operators typically perform combinations of some or all the following tasks:

• Operate one or more positions on electro mechanical or electronic/digital telephone switchboard.
• Place and receive regular and long-distance calls.
• Provide telephone information including but not limited to: Telephone number, extensions and location of individual and organization.
• Maintain records of long-distance calls and the time and charges incurred.
• Act as one of the official point of contacts for organization and is responsible for creating in the caller a favourable impression of the organization.
• Provide alternative routing for calls that must go through.
• Maintain constant surveillance over switchboard equipment.
• Operate associated communication equipment installed as part of the switchboard such as mobile radio units and voice paging systems.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED FROM:

• Indirectly: Telecommunication Supervisor

LAISE WITH:

• Internally: Staff/Physician/patient / visitors
• Externally N/A

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
This job is satisfactorily performance when:

• Operation is effectively carried out according to standards
• Timely responses to correspondence and verbal inquiries are affected
• Confidentiality is preserved
• Reports are submitted according to the stipulated deadlines.
• Administrative functions of the operations Officer are effectively carried out.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications and Experience:

• Three (3) CXC passes.
• Training in Customer Service would be an asset or any equivalent combination of qualification and experience.
• Certificate in Customer Service & Telephone Operator

REQUIRED SKILLS AND SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES:

• Excellent communication and people skills
• Problem -solving skills
• Must maintain confidentiality
• The ability to remain calm, patient and courteous

Applications with curricula vitae are to be submitted to:

South East Regional Health Authority
The Director,
Human Resource Management & Industrial Relations,
South East Regional Health Authority,
The Towers, 2nd Floor,
25 Dominica Drive,
Kingston 5.

Email: ​employment@serha.gov.jm or recruitmentserha2023@gmail.com

​We thank all applicants for their expressions of interest however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Technical Assistant (Kingston, Jamaica) - Ministry of Health & Wellness

 Technical Assistant (HTAC/HT 1)

Salary $1,792,163

JOB PURPOSE

Under the general supervision of the Medical Technologist, the incumbent performs per-examination duties in the laboratory in the assistance to meet laboratory’s goals and objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Swab work in area in preparation for the day’s work
• Receives, sort, logs and dispatches specimen received from the Specimen Area and referral institutions
• Assist in maintaining documentation of sample to be discarded
• Assist with maintenance of statistical records and quality documents for the department
• Logging of room and refrigerator temperatures, and assisting with maintaining of equipment maintenance logs
• Stain, mount and label of slides
• Assist in stock taking
• Issuing report via telephone to medical doctors
• Discard samples that have been used
• Prepared reagents and chemicals for department eg. 10% bleach

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Four (4) CXC or GCE O’Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Biology and another subject
• Certificate in Phlebotomy/Venipuncture is an asset

Applications with résumés are to be submitted to:

Senior Director Human Resource Management & Development,
Ministry of Health & Wellness,
10A Chelsea Avenue,
Kingston 10.

Email: jobs@moh.gov.jm

The Ministry of Health & Wellness thanks all applicants for their interest; however, please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.