Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:
•	Ministry of Health and Wellness’ mobile health clinic. 
•	Drug Awareness Month

This Week’s In Case You Missed It – Opportunities – January 29 – February 4:
•	HIV Commission’s Love Safely Literary Competition. For competition rules, visit lovesafelylc.com and enter by February 5th.  
•	Ministry of Public Service latest job vacancies including Chief Technical Officer and Chief Aeronautical Information Services Officer with the Ministry of Tourism and International Transport at www.mps.gov.bb 
•	Queen’s College General Worker
•	Challenor Creative Arts and Training Centre Industrial Arts Instructor Vacancy https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=609077055062951&set=a.161646439806017&locale=et_EE 
•	Register for the National Financial Literacy Programme’s webinar series: Making Ends Meet Part 2. Budgeting 101

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-jan-29-feb-4-2025/


IN CASE YOU MISSED IT JAN 29 – FEB 4 (2025)

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.
This week's programme features:
NEWS
•	Business Barbados set to redefine commerce: https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/blog/caipo-moving-towards-new-entity-business-barbados/

IMPORTANT NOTICES: 
•	Scheduled closures for public pharmacies due to annual stocktaking: https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/blog/scheduled-closures-of-bds-pharmacies-for-stocktaking/

•	Reminder: The Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Mobile Clinic February Schedule: https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/blog/mobile-clinic-schedule-for-february-2025/

This Week’s In Case You Missed It – Opportunities – February 5 - 11:

VACANCIES:
•	BECCS recruiting for Maintenance Officer, Operations Controller and Accounts Payable Clerk and more. Learn more at:   https://www.instagram.com/molbarbados246?igsh=MXduNXJ0czJxNzY2Nw==
Or 

https://www.facebook.com/share/1NBKNeXAz1/

OPPORTUNITIES TO TENDER: 
 
•	The Government of Barbados through the Ministry of Home Affairs and Information is inviting Tenders for the Renovations and Alterations to the Administration Buildings at the Government Industrial School,  Dodds, St. Philip: 
https://gov-bb.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities)

•	The Urban Development Commission and the Rural Development Commission invite suitably qualified individuals to submit Technical and Price Proposals to provide services as an Information, Communication and Technology Consultant: https://gov-bb.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities
•	The Government of Barbados through the Ministry of Home Affairs and Information is inviting Tenders for Phase 3 for the construction of the Mechanical Workshop at Paragon, Christ Church:  https: //gov-bb. bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities 

EDUCATION: 

•	The Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology applications open for the 2025-2026 academic year:  https://www.sjpi.edu.bb/  

•	Apply now for the Organisation of American States Academic Scholarships for 2025. Get more info at https://www.oas.org/en/scholarships/default.asp. 

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-feb-5-11-2025/


IN CASE YOU MISSED IT FEB 5 - 11 (2025)

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:
-	Celebrating African Awareness – The Shaggy Bear
-	The Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Mobile Clinic - https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/blog/hours-extended-for-mobile-clinic/
-	Closure of the Cooperatives Department and International Business  - https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/blog/closure-of-office-spaces-for-renovations/

This week In Case You Missed It Opportunities – (February 12 - 18):
-	FREDERICK SMITH SECONDARY TEACHING VACANCIES 
-	TENDERS FOR A PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SPECIALIST CONSULTANT FOR THE BARBADOS ELECTRONIC SINGLE WINDOW FOR TRADE (BESWIFT) PROJECT

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-feb-12-18-2025/

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT FEB 12 - 18 (2025)

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.
This week's programme features:
•	Artificial Intelligence is now part of the digital literacy curriculum in public schools, preparing students for a tech-driven future.

•	Health and Education officials pleased with efforts of local manufacturers and importers to meet nutritional standards set by the Barbados School Nutrition Policy.
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This week In Case You Missed It Opportunities – (February 19 - 25):
Vacancies:
•	The Barbados Employment and Career Counselling Services recruiting for: supervisor, delivery driver and operations controller: https://www.instagram.com/molbarbados246?igsh=MXduNXJ0czJxNzY2Nw==

Or https://www.facebook.com/share/1NBKNeXAz1/ 

•	The Ministry of Tourism and International Transport is hiring a Course Developer and a Unit Chief: https://mps.gov.bb/People_Resourcing/jobs.php or see attached.

Tender Notices: 
•	The Ministry of Tourism and International Transport is seeking transportation for staff of the Barbados Air Traffic Navigation Services Department and Officers of the Meteorological Department: https://gov-bb.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities or see attached.

Education: 
•	Study Medicine & Health Tech in Cuba—applications open until March 28: https://mes.gov.bb/News/Latest/Scholarships-Offered-by-the-Republic-of-Cuba-025.aspx

•	Romania is offering full scholarships for undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD programs. Apply by March 12: https://scholarships.studyinromania.gov.ro

•	Young cultural professionals can apply for UNESCO-EU Transcultura sustainable tourism workshops in Cuba: https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/blog/apply-for-sustainable-tourism-workshops-in-cuba/

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-feb-19-25-2025/


IN CASE YOU MISSED IT FEB 19 - 25

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:
•	Episode 6: Jus’ Ah Conversation: New Psychoactive Substances: Understanding Their Impact on Health https://youtu.be/3fL8BjXhwN4?si=ofZoB8ZzhI3Q54FL 
•	Criminal Justice Research and Planning Unit Strategic meeting on crime stats compiled by the Barbados Crime Observatory.
•	Colorectal Cancer Month

This week In Case You Missed It Opportunities – (March 12 - 18):
•	World Meteorological Day on March 25 –  https://www.instagram.com/barbadosmetservices/?hl=en 
•	Ministry of Labour vacancies  – https://www.facebook.com/molbarbados 
•	Alleyne School vacancy – English Language and English Literature teacher 
•	SJPI Accounting Technology – visit www.sjpi.edu.bb

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-mar-12-18-2025/

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT MAR 12 - 18

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:

1.	The BGIS Compass Magazine is now available online at https://issuu.com/gisbarbados/docs/compass_magazine_april_2025_ or you can grab a free copy today.
2.	The National Assistance Board’s Seniors Recreational Activities programme
3.	“FREEDOM” a live reenactment of the 1816 Rebellion. 

This week In Case You Missed It Opportunities – (April 2 - 8):

- Procurement and Logistics Specialist Consultant for the Barbados Electronic Single Window for Trade Project – Visit procure.gov.bb
- Tender for the Renovations of the Old T Geddes Grant Building at Whitepark Road, St Michael – Visit procure.gov.bb 
- National Library Service’s free movie night on Friday, April 11, at PEG Farm Nature Reserve, St. Joseph, starting at 6:30 p.m. https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/blog/library-services-movie-night-on-april-11-at-peg-farm/

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-apr-2-8-2025/

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT APR 2 - 8

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:
1. Hurricane preparedness tips
2. The Barbados Trust Fund Limited’s Outreach Training 
3. Register for the Barbados Community College’s Real Estate Sales Programme 
4. The BCC is also hiring a contractor for web and social media content management — apply by May 30! Visit www.bcc.edu.bb for the requirements.
5. The Barbados National Standards Institution wants your feedback
6. Enter the OACPS@50 Logo Competition 

This Week’s In Case You Missed It Opportunities – May 22 - 28:
- Daryll Jordan Secondary School Staff Vacancies 
- Queen's College Staff  Vacancies 
- Tender for the operation of a canteen service at The Lodge School 

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-may-22-28-2025/.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | MAY 22 - 28 (2025)

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:
1. Crop Over in the City
2. More Hurricane Preparedness Tips
3. Check out caricomimpacs.org for details on the Application Developer Post
4. Learn more about Caribbean Computer Coding Workshops at caribbeanscience.org
5.  Apply for the Student Revolving Loan Fund's EduFlex Tech Loan

This Week’s In Case You Missed It Opportunities – May 29 - June 4:
- Combermere Staff Vacancies 
- Tender for Cafeteria, Security, and Janitorial/Cleaning Services at the Barbados 
   Community College 
To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-may-29-june-4-2025/

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | MAY 29 - JUNE 4 (2025)

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:
1. Download your copy of the 2025 Emergency Shelter Booklet from dem.gov.bb or gisbarbados.gov.bb
2. Learn why securing your roof is important and how the Department of Emergency Management’s “hurricane strap programme” can assist
3. Discover why data collection is critical to disaster risk management and why your cooperation is key

This Week’s In Case You Missed It Opportunities – June 5 - 11:
- The Student Revolving Loan Fund is hiring a temporary Operations Support Officer. Apply now at: srlfloan.edu.bb.
- Teaching vacancies in English Language, Literature & Integrated Science 
- The Barbados Community College is inviting tenders for Cafeteria, Security, and Janitorial/Cleaning Services
- Open for uniforms for the Barbados Police Service. Info available at https://gov-bb.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-june-5-11-2025/


IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | JUNE 5 - 11 (2025)

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.
This week's programme features:
1. The Cooperatives Department will be in St. George as part of We Gatherin'
2. Learn about the safe use of pesticides at home
3. Minister Wilfred Abrahams urges persons to insure their homes, boats, and businesses. 
4. Fire Officer Krystal Harewood speaks about the importance of fire extinguishers

This Week’s In Case You Missed It Opportunities – June 12 - 18:
- Staff vacancy at the Springer Memorial School (see attached)
- Tender for the operation of a canteen - Princess Margaret Secondary School (see attached)
- Tender for the supply of security services - Princess Margaret Secondary School (see attached)
- Tender for the operation of a canteen - Coleridge and Parry School (see attached)

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-june-12-18-2025/

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | JUNE 12 - 18, 2025

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