Administrator, Productive Sectors

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Administrator, Productive Sectors.

Basic Salary per annum: $2,245,059.00

OBJECTIVES/SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Administrator, Productive Sectors, plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of administrative functions within the productive sectors, i.e. agriculture and manufacturing technical working groups. This position is responsible for providing comprehensive support to team members, coordinating stakeholder engagement, and assisting with project-related activities. By maintaining efficient filing systems, facilitating communication among key organizations, and managing meeting logistics, the Administrator, Productive Sectors contributes to the effective execution of initiatives that enhance the productivity and growth of the sector.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Administrative Support

• Maintain comprehensive filing systems for easy information retrieval
• Prepare correspondence, minutes, and reports using appropriate computer applications
• Process and dispatch outgoing correspondence
• Cover for other administrators during absences.
• Provide support to division team members.
• Liaises with  Procurement  and Accounts  units as it relates to procurement and payment for goods and services.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with key organizations with regards to programmes and initiatives including but not limited to:
• JHTA
• JAMPRO
• RADA
• JMEA
• ALEX

Project Support

• Document and record site visits
• Assist with research and information collation
• Support project administrative activities
• Help prepare project documents for Small and Medium Tourism Enterprises (SMTEs) funding
• Compile reports from funding agencies (JSIF, REDI, EXIM Bank)

 Meeting Management

• Record and disseminate minutes
• Organize stakeholder meetings with Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA), Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS) and other stakeholders in collaboration with the Gastronomy network.
• Coordinate and attend monthly meetings with Tourism Linkages Network stakeholders.
• Monitor implementation of meeting decisions
• Coordinate follow-up actions with stakeholders
• Progress tracking for minute action item for technical working group meeting decisions

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE JOB

• Office based position with frequent local travel
• Weekend and holidays work may be required
•  Fast paced environment requiring flexibility and multi-tasking abilities

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree administrative management/ business administration management or related discipline.        
• A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar capacity

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong organizational and filing skills
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Event coordination experience
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail
• Project coordination experience

Applications accompanied by résumé stating the position in the subject line should be submitted no later than May 26, 2025 to:

Manager, Human Resource & Administration

Tourism Enhancement Fund

60 Knutsford Boulevard

Kingston 5

We thank all applicants however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.