Job ID: 1916

Job Title:

Permanent Secretary

Salary Scale:

A - EC$183,096.00

Item:

Date of Vacancy

3/4/25

No. of Vacancies:

Department:

Deputy Governors Office

Job Type:

Full Time

Contract

Suggested Posting:

3/4/25

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APS Permanent Secretary JD (2025).docx

Question 1:

The role of Permanent Secretary requires close collaboration with other ministries, statutory bodies, and external organisations. Can you provide an example of how you have effectively worked across departments or sectors to achieve a common goal or resolve a complex issue?

Question 2:

As Permanent Secretary, you are the principal advisor to the Minister and a key link between political leadership and the public service. How would you ensure that your advice to the Minister is evidence-based, impartial, and reflects both short-term political imperatives and long-term national interest?

Question 3:

The Permanent Secretary serves as the Accounting Officer for the Ministry, with responsibilities for ensuring financial regularity, propriety, and value for money. Explain how you would establish and maintain a culture of financial discipline and ethical governance within your Ministry, particularly in an environment where resources are limited.

Question 4:

The Permanent Secretary plays a critical role in fostering a high-performing, collaborative, and innovative culture within the Ministry. What leadership principles and strategies would you apply to motivate and develop your team, enhance interdepartmental collaboration, and drive continuous improvement in service delivery?