Archive for Working in Jamaica
The New Networking In The Caribbean
Easier to Network? Is it easier or harder to network here in Jamaica than in other places? I am not sure if I know the answer to that question, but realized after a few months of living on the island that networking is different here compared to the process I followed when I lived in [...]
Downtown Kingston:What Expats rarely see
I saw the following video on facebook last week and wanted to share with you the readers. This is certainly not a side of Jamaica promoted by the Tourist board, as they usually show the beautiful beaches of Negril, Montego-bay, Portland or the panoramic views of the Blue Mountains. I cannot say I blame them, [...]
Do I need a work permit? Jamaica
About twice a month I get emails about the above question, and while I have blogged about this particular topic one can never have too much information as it pertains to Jamaica and work permits. I noticed a writer giving information on work permits in the local paper and felt the information may come in [...]
A Jamaican Dreams of Coming Home> Shared Stories
When I initially started my informational blog, the purpose was to share knowledge necessary for expats thinking of moving to Jamaica. Over the last six months however, I have realized that many of my readers are Jamaicans who have migrated to Canada, the U.S. and even England, and are looking for answers or for information [...]
Job losses soar in Sunny Jamaica:
People considering a move to Jamaica with the hopes of gaining employment, need to be aware of the current economic temperature. If you are an individual being hired by a Multinational company such as (KPMG, Red Stripe, or Digicel) and your position appears secure, then you should be fine providing your contract is honored for [...]
Jamaicans Cry Out: We Want Work
The following article was published on (Jan 11th, 2009) and I wanted to share it with you the readers. The entire world is currently experiencing an economic slow-down, and even Jamaica’s employment situation looks bleak for many locals. Last week, there was an article in the paper that showed pictures of over 600 people lined [...]
Minimum Wage Update: In Jamaica
I am often asked about employee salaries, and what the Minimum Wage is in Jamaica. Read the attached article for a small clue. Please note that one US dollar is currently worth $89.00 dollars in Jamaican currency ( May 13th, 2009), and exactly two years ago, the same US dollar was worth $70.00 Jamaican dollars. [...]
Caribbean JobNet.com! Vacancies In Jamaica
Each month this list is sent to me, so I am simply sharing this lead. Apply directly for jobs in the Caribbean via CaribbeanJobNet.com! Go to: http://www.CaribbeanJobNet.com/jobs Can you or someone you know fill any of these current job vacancies? Deadline Job Title —————- ———————————————– Wed, 24-Sep-2008 Marketing and Events Officer Fri, 19-Sep-2008 Business Development [...]
CaribbeanJobNet > Vacancies
Attached is the August list of vacancies which was recently sent to me. Apply directly for jobs in the Caribbean via CaribbeanJobNet.com! Tell a friend! Go to: http://www.CaribbeanJobNet.com/jobs Can you or someone you know fill any of these current job vacancies? Deadline Job Title —————- ———————————————– Fri, 22-Aug-2008 Human Resource Officer Fri, 05-Sep-2008 Senior Secretary [...]
Questions; About Future Moves To Jamaica
For the last year and a half, I have been a volunteer mentor with various on line expat exchange services, where I answer questions for expats seeking information about Jamaica. Not sure when the idea first popped into my head to do this, but I realized early on that I get tremendous enjoyment when assisting [...]
