GOVERNMENT OF DOMINCA
CDB FUNDED PROJECT: ENHANCING DOMINICA’S TRADING
ENVIRONMENT AND EXPORT CAPACITY
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
Interested persons are invited to submit Expressions of Interest for the following consultancies:
- (1) ASYCUDA WORLD TRAINING CONSULTANT
The objective of this assignment is to develop and execute a training programme for Customs Officials and Customs Brokers in Customs Controls through the use of the ASYCUDA World System.
- (2) CUSTOMS TRAINING CONSULTANT
The objective of this assignment is to develop and execute a training programme for Customs Officials in the following EPA trade-related areas:
- Rules of origin;
- Classification of goods; and
- Customs Valuation.
The complete Terms of Reference and application details can be obtained from the Government of Dominica website at www.dominica.gov.dm under the link Vacancies or by sending an e-mail message to
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST IS
JUNE 24, 2016.
Public Announcement from
the Ministry of Public Works and Ports
The general public is informed that works on the Roseau West Bridge will commence on Saturday June 4, 2016.
Works will begin with the fencing of the construction site which will include areas on River Bank between the West Bridge and E. C. Loblack Bridge as well as west of the West Bridge in part of the area currently being used as the Portsmouth bus stop. As a result, the following bus stops will be relocated with effect from Saturday June 4, 2016:
- St Joseph: northern side of River Street between Great George Street and Kings Lane
- Mahaut: western side of Great George Street between the intersections of Kennedy Avenue & River Street (opposite Jolly’s Pharmacy and All Saints University)
- Goodwill & Fond Cole: southern side of River Bank between Upper Lane and Great George Street (opposite Pizza Palace)
- Kalinago Territory and Castle Bruce: relocated to Bay Town bus stop next to Raffoul & Co. Ltd
- Marigot/ Portsmouth/ Salisbury: will remain in place
The West Bridge will be closed to the general public from Sunday June 5, 2016.
The Ministry of Public Works And Ports sincerely apologizes for the inconvenience and solicits the patience and cooperation of all as we look to provide a safer and more beautiful environment for all citizens particularly residents and stakeholders in that area.
VACANCY NOTICE - DIRECTOR OF SECURITY
DOMINICA AIR & SEA PORTS AUTHORITY
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of Director of Security at the Dominica Air and Sea Ports Authority.
REQUIREMENTS:
(i) Bsc in Criminal Justice preferred, and/or Diploma from a recognized Police Training Academy with
supplemental courses in law enforcement
(ii) Minimum of ten (10) years experience in law enforcement or related field
(iii) Training and/or experience in law enforcement
(iv) Strong oral and written communication skills
(v) Mature individual who demonstrates a high level of integrity and discipline
CORE FUNCTIONS
The Director of Security is responsible for coaching, managing and ensuring the training of personnel who provide frontline security and protection of air and sea travelers, airports and seaports in keeping with the relevant protocols and legislation, and any other properties under the control of the Authority.
REMUNERATION AND CONDITIONS OF RECRUITMENT
An attractive remuneration package will be offered. The position will be contractual for two years in the first instance, subject to renewal based on performance.
TIMELINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS
Applications should be sent under confidential cover to CEO of DASPA and copied to Acting Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Works & Ports.
The Chief Executive Officer
Dominica Air and Sea Ports Authority
P.O. Box 243
Roseau
Dominica
Deadline for receipt of applications: June 17, 2016.
VACANCY NOTICE
Applications are invited from and suitably qualified persons for the position of Web Developer, Information and Communication Technology Unit, Establishment, Personnel and Training Department, Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica.
The Web Developer shall design and develop the websites of various Ministries/Departments/Units; coordinates the implementation of website development for e-Government; facilitates the compilation of data following web development standards of the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills Required
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Management System or related field
- Two (2) years experience in database administration, website design and administration, web applications, web publishing and content management systems (CMS) are required.
- Experience in graphic design, CSS, HTML, XML, PHP, Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver and FTP Clients would be an asset
- Experience with dynamic websites
- Strong creative skills
- Experience with MySQL or knowledge of backend databases
- Familiarity with web servers and web protocols
- Experience with hosting/managing/coding a website
The successful applicant will be employed on a short term contractual basis. Applications, including certified copies of professional certificates only, detailed Curriculum Vitae and three letters of reference confirming the applicant’s required experience and skills should be submitted to:
The Chief Personnel Officer
Establishment Personnel and Training Department
Government Headquarters
Kennedy Avenue, Roseau
Commonwealth of Dominica
in sealed envelopes marked Confidential: Application for the Position of Web Developer, Information and Communication Technology Unit, Establishment, Personnel and Training Department, and should reach no later than 4.00 p.m. on June 10, 2016.
Further details relevant to the position can be obtained from the Information and Communication Technology Unit, email:
NOTICE
CUBAN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME 2016/2017
The Government of the Republic of Cuba is inviting applications for scholarships from the citizens of Dominica below the age of twenty five (25) years to pursue (Undergraduate) studies in various fields except Medicine for the 2016/2017 academic year.
Applicants should possess: a minimum of five (5) CXC subjects including Mathematics and English subjects with grades I and II or equivalent qualifications; an Associate Degree or A Level subjects in relevant field.
Documents to be presented along with application form are:
- Certified copies of High School Certificate/ Diploma
- Certified copies of transcript
- Birth Certificate
- Medical Certificate including HIV test and pregnancy test for females
- Police Record
- 10 ID photos
- Curriculum vitae
Please submit all documents to:
The Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Education and
Human Resource Development
Government Headquarters
Roseau
Commonwealth of Dominica
Application forms and further information can be obtained from the Ministry of Education and Human Resource Development.
Deadline for receipt of applications is June 03, 2016.
Public Officers must apply through their Heads of Department.