Monthly Archives: March 2023

Why Caribbean jobseekers should upgrade their job-hunting method

Jobseekers can save time and spare themselves frustration by looking for jobs online NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The traditional hunt for jobs in the Caribbean has been a frustrating experience for many. But organizations like Caribbean Employment Services Inc. have emerged to help modernize the recruitment, hiring and job placement process. [caption id="attachment_5015" align="alignleft" width="344"] Jobseekers…
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Employers struggling to hire in “tight” Jamaican labour market

Minister Clarke says the country cannot continue to ignore the issue KINGSTON, JAMAICA — Many businesses are struggling to fill vacancies for jobs in Jamaica, according to Minister of Finance and the Public Service Nigel Clarke. The minister recently said that the challenge is nationwide, and added that action must be taken to address it…
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Dominican women are earning more than men

Statistics show average salary for women $5k more than men, but they’re still shut out of some roles SANTO DOMINGO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC — Just in time for Women’s History Month in March, the Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC) recently released statistics that found women, on average, earn more than men do in the country.…
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Guyana empowering women to join oil and gas industry

President Ali commits to ensuring 500 women are trained and qualified to be employed GEORGETOWN, GUYANA — As countries worldwide celebrate Women’s History Month, Guyana’s government is gearing up to train some 500 women to become a part of its lucrative energy sector. Guyana’s oil and gas sector has been famously successful. Its dramatic economic…
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