Public Education and Advocacy Officer (GMG/SEG 2)

About the role

The Ministry of Finance and the Public Service is seeking a Public Education and Advocacy Officer (GMG/SEG 2) in Kingston. This on-site, full-time role helps the public understand the ministry's programmes, services and requirements, and encourages people to use them correctly. A typical day will involve preparing plain-language information, answering questions from the public, supporting outreach events and campaigns, and working with programme teams to make sure messages are accurate and up to date. You will help draft leaflets, social media posts and presentations, gather feedback from the public, and report on outreach activities. The post is offered at J$4,479,584 per annum. Applications are invited from suitably qualified officers in their Ministries/Departments/Agencies, as stated in Office of the Services Commissions Circular 201 dated 27 October 2026. Applications should be sent by email to hrapplications@mof.gov.jm by 9 November 2026, addressed to the Senior Director, Human Resource Management and Development Division, 30 National Heroes Circle, Kingston 4, Jamaica.

Responsibilities

- Prepare plain-language public information materials - Support outreach events and campaigns - Answer public questions about programmes and services - Work with programme teams to check message accuracy - Gather public feedback and report outreach results

Requirements

Applicants must meet the qualifications and experience set out for this post in Office of the Services Commissions Circular 201 dated 27 October 2026. Applications are invited from suitably qualified officers in their Ministries/Departments/Agencies. Communications, public education or advocacy experience and strong writing skills are required.

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