Tag Archives: Statistical Institute of Jamaica

Jamaica hits record low unemployment rates

STATIN Labour Force Survey finds unemployment down even further than Oct.; employment also on the rise  KINGSTON, JAMAICA — The nation hit a record low unemployment figure at the beginning of this year, according to data from the Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN). The organization cited an unemployment rate of 6.2 percent in January 2022…
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Jamaica projected to return to pre-pandemic employment levels by next fiscal year

Planning Institute of Jamaica releases economic review detailing positive prospects for employment, economic growth  KINGSTON, JAMAICA — Employment in Jamaica is poised to return to pre-pandemic levels within the next fiscal year, according to Director General of the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) Dr. Wayne Henry. In unveiling the PIOJ’s review of the country’s economic…
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Jamaica statistics organization seeking new director of corporate services

Crucial role will report directly to director general and be responsible for overseeing a multiplicity of areas  KINGSTON, JAMAICA — The Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN) is calling for highly skilled, competent and self-motivated individuals with expertise in a range of corporate areas to apply for the prestigious position of director of corporate services. According…
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