Antigua Breaking News

Day: August 19, 2021

  • Aug. 8 event likely a superspreader. All attendees urged to get tested immediately

    Aug. 8 event likely a superspreader. All attendees urged to get tested immediately

    Several police officers who were at Aug. 8 tear gassing test positive for COVID 119 active cases in Antigua; 25 are fully vaccinated

  • Elite Island Resorts requires guests over 12 to show proof of vaccination

    Elite Island Resorts requires guests over 12 to show proof of vaccination

    Elite Island Resorts, a leading all-inclusive travel company representing nine hotels in Antigua, St. Lucia, The Grenadines, Barbados and Panama, announces that as of September 1, 2021, all guests over the age of 12 will be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination upon arrival. “With hospitality at the core of what we do, compassion…

  • Antigua Cruise Port welcomes Celebrity Equinox

    Antigua Cruise Port welcomes Celebrity Equinox

    Premium cruising continued its return to Antigua & Barbuda today as the magnificent Celebrity Equinox sailed into Antigua Cruise Port. Over 2,000 passengers were warmly welcomed to St. John’s by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Tourism and Investment:  Senator, Mary-Clare Hurst along with other tourism executives and representatives of Antigua Cruise Port,…

  • All beaches closed on August 26 public holiday

    All beaches closed on August 26 public holiday

    All beaches will be closed on the next public holiday, August 26. Government took the decision at the most recent Cabinet meeting. This follows several unlawful incidents at beaches on the previous public holiday on August 3 and rising case numbers of COVID-19. August 26, the day of the funeral service for National Hero and…

  • Study shows sperm decline in marijuana smokers

    Study shows sperm decline in marijuana smokers

    A recent study in the United States supports the findings from research in China that found past and present male marijuana smokers had a decline in sperm quality compared to non-smokers. Scientists from Tulane University also found that smokers had greater motility of sperm, meaning it moved more quickly. “The negative results, meaning low volume…

  • Consumers to pay more for eggs from Sept. 1

    Consumers to pay more for eggs from Sept. 1

    Antigua Barbuda Layer Farmers’ Association Dear Valued Customer: We, the Poultry Farmers of Antigua & Barbuda, have been working hard over the years to deliver quality eggs at the lowest possible price. We have been adsorbing price increases in all our inputs to ensure that you, our valued customer, receive stable prices. However, this has…

  • Tenisha Sebastian’s parents provide update on her condition after fiery crash on route to Disney World

    Tenisha Sebastian’s parents provide update on her condition after fiery crash on route to Disney World

    Tenisha Sebastian, who survived the collision that killed former Airport Authority CEO Stanley Smith, is recovering after successful surgery in the United States. Tenisha and her 6-year-old daughter reportedly suffered broken limbs and burns following Monday’s fiery crash in Florida. Tenisha’s parents provided an update on Wednesday. “She said that she get through with her…

  • Ministry responds to concerns over pace of work on Little Creek project

    Ministry responds to concerns over pace of work on Little Creek project

    The Ministry of Works (MoW) shares the concerns of the motoring public with the rate of progress with respect to the construction of the Little Creek Culvert. The Project Implementation and Management Unit (PIMU) asserts that ongoing engagement with the Contractor to ensure the Works are carried out safely and in compliance with the relevant…

  • 2 Antiguans on ventilators fighting for their lives – PM

    2 Antiguans on ventilators fighting for their lives – PM

    PRIME MINISTER GASTON BROWNE: Antiguans & Barbudans; take heed, get vaccinated now! The time you wait to get your second vaccination may prove to be too late. Presently, there are two Antiguans on ventilator fighting for their lives and the virus is spreading rampantly, which will result in more hospitalizations and death. Protect yourselves now!

  • New vaccine cards to be rolled out next week

    New vaccine cards to be rolled out next week

    Minister of Information Melford Nicholas says new vaccine cards could be rolled out as soon as next week. He explained that vaccination/certificates cards, which can be read on multiple electronic platforms, will soon become a reality. The cards will likely be used for travel within the CARICOM region, certifying the COVID-19 vaccination status of its…

  • Several police officers who were at Aug. 8 tear gassing test positive for COVID

    Several police officers who were at Aug. 8 tear gassing test positive for COVID

    CABINET NOTES: The Cabinet was informed that several police officers who were present on Market Street on Sunday afternoon,  August 8, controlling an unlawful gathering of anti-vaxxers, have tested positive. The investigation continues. Those who took part in the gathering, even as spectators, are encouraged to have themselves tested for Covid-19, so that they may…

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

(CONSULTING SERVICES – INDIVIDUAL SELECTION)

 

OECS MSME Guarantee Facility Project

Loan No.: IDA-62670, IDA-62660, IDA-62640, IBRD-88830, IDA-62650

Assignment Title: Senior Operating Officer (SOO)

Reference No. KN-ECPCGC-207852-CS-INDV

 

The Governments of Antigua and Barbuda, Commonwealth of Dominica, Grenada, St. Lucia and St. Vincent and the Grenadines have received financing in the amount of US$10 million equivalent from the World Bank towards the cost of establishing a partial credit guarantee scheme, and they intend to apply part of the proceeds to payments for goods, and consulting services to be procured under this project. 

The consultant will serve as the “Senior Operating Officer (SOO)” for the ECPCGC and should possess extensive knowledge of MSME lending with some direct experience lending to Micro, small and medium-sized businesses, knowledge of the internal control processes necessary for a lending operation and the ability to design and implement risk mitigation procedures. The ideal candidate should possess an Undergraduate Degree from a reputable college or university, preferably in Business, Accounting, Banking or related field, with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in lending, inclusive of MSME lending. The initial employment period will be for two years on a contractual basis. Renewal of the contract will be subject to a performance evaluation at the end of the contractual period. The assignment is expected to begin on September 30th, 2021.  The consultant will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer of the ECPCGC.

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be viewed by following the attached link below. 

 

https://bit.ly/3iVannm

 

The Eastern Caribbean Partial Credit Guarantee Corporation (ECPCGC) now invites eligible “Consultants” to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have:

  • An Undergraduate Degree from a reputable college or university, preferably in Business, Finance, Banking or related field; and
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in MSME lending. Applicants should also have:
  • The ability to design and implement risk management procedures 
  • Extensive knowledge of MSME lending with some direct experience lending to small and medium-sized businesses
  • Extensive knowledge of MSME banking operations
  • Knowledge of the internal controls necessary for a lending operation and the ability to design and implement risk management procedures
  • Experience developing and presenting information in public, including responding to questions in real-time
  • Experience lending to MSMEs located in the ECCU
  • Knowledge of marketing and communicating with the MSME sector
  • Ability to draft procedures to be used in a lending operation
  • Familiarity with the mechanics of a loan guarantee program
  • Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills, and
  • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite.

The attention of interested Individual Consultants is drawn to Section III, Paragraphs 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers July 2016, [revised November 2017] (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Approved Selection Method for Individual Consultants set out in the clause 7.34 of the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers. 

 

Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours 0800 to 1700 hours:

Eastern Caribbean Partial Credit Guarantee Corporation

Brid Rock, Basseterre,

St. Kitts.

Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form by e-mail by August 11th, 2021, to [email protected]. 

 

For further information, please contact:

Carmen Gomez-Trigg                                                            Bernard Thomas

Chief Executive Officer                                                          Chief Financial Officer

Tel: 868-620-8144                                                                  Tel: 869-765-2385

Email: [email protected]                                          [email protected]