Speech And Literary Arts Development Specialist (Level 8) - Head Office

Summary

Under the directive of the Director, Arts Development and Training, the Speech & Literary Arts Specialist’s responsibility is to develop, promote, market, support, showcase, document, implement and manage these art forms concurrently – Speech and the Literary Arts. These are geared towards achieving overall efficiency and effectiveness of the Department in fulfilling the mandate of the organization. 💰Salary: $4,266,270 - $5,737,659 JMD per annum

Responsibilities

• The core functions for this position include, but are not limited to:

  • • Conceptualizing, planning, and implementing annual competitions, exhibitions, workshops, seminars, etc., simultaneously in Speech and the Literary Arts.
  • • Organizing and collaborating with members of three Subject Committees, staff, and other stakeholders to execute projects, events, and activities.
  • • Identifying and utilizing resources and opportunities to advance the goals of the Unit and the Commission.
  • • Creating, compiling, monitoring, and updating competition rules and regulations and adjudication guidelines and procedures for the three genres, keeping up with trends, developments, and changing customer needs.
  • • Conceptualizing, preparing, submitting, and implementing individual annual program plans, budgets, and schedules in Speech and the Literary Arts.
  • • Creating and submitting individual program and project proposals, implementation, and/or funding for Speech and the Literary Arts.
  • • Preparing and submitting annual, monthly, and project reports and monthly itineraries for Speech and the Literary Arts.
  • • Scheduling and attending meetings for planning, promotion, funding, and other opportunities for Speech and the Literary Arts.
  • • Monitoring budgetary expenditure and the procurement of goods and services needed, and assisting with the follow-ups of payments to creditors for Speech and the Literary Arts.
  • • Providing support, technical and professional skills, and expertise in the production and staging of events and activities for Speech and the Literary Arts.

Qualifications

• • First Degree in a relevant area of study, Management/Administration, Education, or other related fields. OR
• • Diploma in Teacher Training in the Appropriate Subject Area.
• • Proficiency in the use of computer software applications such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Publisher, and MS Internet.
• • Certification or experience in Event Management/Production is an asset.
• • Five (5) years' experience as a practicing artist, teacher, writer, historian, etc., or paid and/or voluntary experience in Arts Management/Administration.

Additional Information and Instructions

Suitable applicants should submit application letters along with detailed resumes no later than Wednesday, June 18, 2025, to: The Director – Human Resources Management Development & Administration ✉️ Email: careers@jcdc.gov.jm 📜 N.B. Please include the job title in the subject line of your email. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

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