Public Sector Transformation in Jamaica Mon, 11 May 2026 07:16:39 -0400 https://tiujamaica.buzzsprout.com en-jm © 2026 Public Sector Transformation in Jamaica yes 359610e3-bb72-51e8-b208-d5680258679b tiu.comms@gmail.com TIU Comms episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) TIU Comms tiu.comms@gmail.com https://storage.buzzsprout.com/4ohg1fc7ecc6jcx6scke1aerqox3?.jpg Public Sector Transformation in Jamaica Productivity in the Public Sector Productivity in the Public Sector There has been much talk about productivity in the public sector. Is there a problem? And if so, how can we fix it?

Dr Andrew Downes, Professor Emeritus of Economics and Mrs Tamar Nelson, Head of the Jamaica Productivity Centre give their views and recommendations in this final episode for this season.

]]> There has been much talk about productivity in the public sector. Is there a problem? And if so, how can we fix it?

Dr Andrew Downes, Professor Emeritus of Economics and Mrs Tamar Nelson, Head of the Jamaica Productivity Centre give their views and recommendations in this final episode for this season.

]]> TIU Comms Buzzsprout-16301018 Wed, 18 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0500 2774 3 5 full false Measuring Employee Performance Measuring Employee Performance This is a candid conversation on unlocking performance in the public sector.

In this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into the challenges and strategies of managing performance within the public sector. Featuring insights from two seasoned HR practitioners and the CEO of the Jamaica Employers' Federation, we explore how leadership, innovation, and accountability can reshape public sector effectiveness. 

How is your performance being managed and just what is a performance culture?  Tune in for a balanced and insightful conversation on the future of public sector performance.

]]> This is a candid conversation on unlocking performance in the public sector.

In this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into the challenges and strategies of managing performance within the public sector. Featuring insights from two seasoned HR practitioners and the CEO of the Jamaica Employers' Federation, we explore how leadership, innovation, and accountability can reshape public sector effectiveness. 

How is your performance being managed and just what is a performance culture?  Tune in for a balanced and insightful conversation on the future of public sector performance.

]]> TIU Comms Buzzsprout-16258844 Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2168 3 4 full false Are Trade Unions Relevant in Today's Workplace? Are Trade Unions Relevant in Today's Workplace? The world of work is constantly changing and so unions must evolve to stay relevant. How are they doing this to ensure they are serving their members?  Dr Lauren Marsh, Head of the Hugh Shearer Labour Studies Institute and Mrs Helene Davis Whyte, immediate Past President of the Jamaica Confederation of Trade Unions, share their perspectives.

]]> The world of work is constantly changing and so unions must evolve to stay relevant. How are they doing this to ensure they are serving their members?  Dr Lauren Marsh, Head of the Hugh Shearer Labour Studies Institute and Mrs Helene Davis Whyte, immediate Past President of the Jamaica Confederation of Trade Unions, share their perspectives.

]]> TIU Comms Buzzsprout-16217405 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2262 3 3 full false Training for Public Sector Workers Training for Public Sector Workers The world of work is constantly evolving. This means that employees must be trained and developed to perform effectively in the workplace.

The Reskilling; Upskilling and New-Skilling (RUN) Project is a direct response to the need to equip Government of Jamaica (GOJ) employees with relevant skills to function in the digital age.

Under the RUN Project, GOJ employees can choose from over 7,000 self-paced, online courses.

In this episode, you can learn more about accessing the courses as well as hear from two persons who successfully completed over 10 courses!

Sign up at RUN Project - Transformation Implementation Unit (TIU)

]]> The world of work is constantly evolving. This means that employees must be trained and developed to perform effectively in the workplace.

The Reskilling; Upskilling and New-Skilling (RUN) Project is a direct response to the need to equip Government of Jamaica (GOJ) employees with relevant skills to function in the digital age.

Under the RUN Project, GOJ employees can choose from over 7,000 self-paced, online courses.

In this episode, you can learn more about accessing the courses as well as hear from two persons who successfully completed over 10 courses!

Sign up at RUN Project - Transformation Implementation Unit (TIU)

]]> TIU Comms Buzzsprout-16184473 Wed, 27 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0500 1279 3 2 full false The Power of Debating in the Public Sector The Power of Debating in the Public Sector Winners of the Public Sector Debate Competition 2024, the Ministry of Justice are still basking in their victory. They are joined by Executive Director of the Jamaican Association for Debating and Empowerment, Germaine Barrett to discuss the power of debating in the public sector. 

]]> Winners of the Public Sector Debate Competition 2024, the Ministry of Justice are still basking in their victory. They are joined by Executive Director of the Jamaican Association for Debating and Empowerment, Germaine Barrett to discuss the power of debating in the public sector. 

]]> TIU Comms Buzzsprout-16137543 Wed, 20 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500 2234 3 1 full false Building a Better Public Service Building a Better Public Service The GOJ is transforming the public sector. What does this entail? How are things progressing?  

In this episode, Executive Director - Transformation Implementation Unit, Maria Thompson Walters gives an update on the public sector transformation programme.

]]> The GOJ is transforming the public sector. What does this entail? How are things progressing?  

In this episode, Executive Director - Transformation Implementation Unit, Maria Thompson Walters gives an update on the public sector transformation programme.

]]> Buzzsprout-14050171 Wed, 29 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0500 3077 2 4 full false Compensation 101 Compensation 101 Ever wondered exactly what’s on your pay slip as a GOJ employee? 

If you have doubts or need a little help understanding your pay and pay slip, this podcast is for you!



]]> Ever wondered exactly what’s on your pay slip as a GOJ employee? 

If you have doubts or need a little help understanding your pay and pay slip, this podcast is for you!



]]> TIU Comms Buzzsprout-13973198 Wed, 15 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0500 1231 2 3 full false Update on Public Sector Compensation Update on Public Sector Compensation The Government of Jamaica is implementing a new compensation structure for its employees. How is it going? The experts provide an update in this episode.

]]> The Government of Jamaica is implementing a new compensation structure for its employees. How is it going? The experts provide an update in this episode.

]]> TIU Comms Buzzsprout-13930815 Wed, 08 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0500 1734 2 2 full false A conversation with GOJ Employees A conversation with GOJ Employees What is it like working in the public sector of Jamaica? Three employees share their experiences in this episode. 

]]> What is it like working in the public sector of Jamaica? Three employees share their experiences in this episode. 

]]> TIU Comms Buzzsprout-13888195 Wed, 01 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0500 1566 2 1 full false Shared Corporate Services in GOJ Shared Corporate Services in GOJ The Government of Jamaica is introducing shared corporate services to improve its internal efficiency. The shared service model is one that has been used globally to drive operational efficiency. How is the implementation going? What can employees and citizens expect? The experts weigh in.

]]> The Government of Jamaica is introducing shared corporate services to improve its internal efficiency. The shared service model is one that has been used globally to drive operational efficiency. How is the implementation going? What can employees and citizens expect? The experts weigh in.

]]> TIU Comms Buzzsprout-11278894 Wed, 07 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0500 1500 1 3 full false Transforming Public Sector HR Transforming Public Sector HR HR is the engine of an organisation. Therefore, it is extremely important that HR Departments are functioning well. How is the Government of Jamaica ensuring that this happens in the public sector? Listen in!

]]> HR is the engine of an organisation. Therefore, it is extremely important that HR Departments are functioning well. How is the Government of Jamaica ensuring that this happens in the public sector? Listen in!

]]> TIU Comms Buzzsprout-11229815 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 11:00:00 -0500 1284 1 2 full false Minister Clarke - New Public Sector Compensation System Minister Clarke - New Public Sector Compensation System Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr Nigel Clarke explains the approach being taken to implement a new public sector compensation system. The Minister also provides an update on the implementation process.

]]> Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr Nigel Clarke explains the approach being taken to implement a new public sector compensation system. The Minister also provides an update on the implementation process.

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