Role Summary

The successful applicant will assist with frontline and/or courier duties to ensure professional customer service is provided to the Ministry/Department and public at all times.

Main Responsibilities

1. Answer, screen and transfer calls appropriately, record messages and distribute them to officers to ensure a timely and adequate flow of information.
2. Perform clerical and data entry functions.
3. Update and maintain information on computer systems, databases and spreadsheets and in archives.
4. Assist in processing paperwork, gathering information and verifying data.
5. Greet and assist visitors and clients in a friendly and professional manner to facilitate effective communication and customer service.
6. Ensure that all correspondence is collected, delivered and recorded appropriately to facilitate effective information flow.
7. Assist with the filing of correspondence to keep filing up to date so that complete records are available for reference.
8. Assist with the preparation of meetings and presentation materials.
9. Assist with maintenance of minor office equipment to ensure a well-functioning work environment.
10. Provide clerical support by completing all photocopying, scanning, binding and typing in a timely manner to facilitate the effectiveness and efficiency of the Ministry/Department.
11. Assist with records management, organisation and retrieval of documents.
12. Perform any other related duties as required by Supervisor or any other senior officer in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the Ministry/Department.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year working experience
• Basic knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures
• Basic knowledge of the use of standard office equipment
• Working knowledge of relevant computer software applications
• Basic knowledge of general office procedures
• Good time management and organisational skills 
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team player

Role Summary

The successful applicant will manage and supervise the Business Development & Investment Divisions and staff and coordinate all activities of these divisions to ensure the business sector’s growth and development remains fair and balanced.

Main Responsibilities

1. Manages activities related to Business Development and licensing to include Programme coordination, supervises the Business Licence Division and its staff and related matters.
2. Coordinates all activities of the Investment Division to enable internal & external FDIs to include market intelligence and research.
3. Monitors the growth and development of the business sector and provides advice to the Director/Minister on measures to maintain and regulate the business environment.
4. Ensures that all businesses operate within the provision of relevant policies and legislation including the Trade Policy of the VI and Business Profession and Trade Licences Act (Cap 200) and any other regulation.
5. Maintains open lines of communication with other Government agencies to ensure businesses operate within their specific requirements.
6. Conduct research and prepare periodic reports.
7. Assists with the preparation of the Department’s Annual Budget.
8. Assists with the preparation and submission of Performance Planning and Appraisal Report for staff.
9. Deputises in the absence of the Director of Trade.
10. Identify job specific and environmental factors and develop, where applicable, implement and promote the health and safety policies. Mitigate and minimise workplace hazards.
11. Performs any other related duties as required by Supervisor or any other senior officer in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the Department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, International Business, International Trade, Public Administration or Organisational Leadership
• Five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience in a related area
• Excellent knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures
• Expert knowledge of the global trading system
• Excellent knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures
• Sound knowledge of the use of standard office equipment and relevant computer applications
• Ability to make administrative / procedural decisions and judgments
• Excellent analytical, negotiation and decision-making skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational and coordination skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent leadership and management skills

Shift Schedule

5 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Role Summary

The successful applicant will assist department works by operating heavy equipment and maintenance of equipment in order for works to be completed efficiently and to an acceptable standard.

Main Responsibilities

1. Operates and maintains the department’s heavy equipment in order to assist in the day to day running of the department.
2. Performs any other duties as required by Supervisor or any other senior officers in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the unit.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Certificate or equivalent
• Two (2) years working experience
• Valid BVI driver’s licence
• Sound knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures
• Ability to safely operate all heavy equipment and trucks
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills

Shift Schedule

3 a.m. to 11 a.m. 

Role Summary

The successful applicant will assist department works by operating heavy equipment and maintenance of equipment in order for works to be completed efficiently and to an acceptable standard.

Main Responsibilities

1. Operates and maintains the department’s heavy equipment in order to assist in the day to day running of the department.
2. Performs any other duties as required by Supervisor or any other senior officers in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the unit.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Certificate or equivalent
• Two (2) years working experience
• Valid BVI driver’s licence
• Sound knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures
• Ability to safely operate all heavy equipment and trucks
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills