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Government House Restoration Programme Advances with Focus on Heritage Training

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The Government House restoration programme is making significant strides as it enters its third phase, which will encompass the refurbishment of the main building and gardens. The programme’s commitment to preserving the historical and architectural heritage of Antigua and Barbuda is underscored by its emphasis on training the next generation of heritage craftsmen.

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Currently, a brick retainer wall with capstone is being constructed as part of the restoration efforts. Local second-generation mason, Henson Wilshaw, is following in his father Hayden’s footsteps and is actively involved in this phase of the project. At twenty-one years old, Henson already has over fifteen years of experience and knowledge, and plans to continue to learn all he can about the art of stone masonry. Henson’s dedication to preserving traditional craftsmanship exemplifies the programme’s mission to pass on invaluable heritage skills to the youth of Antigua and Barbuda.

In a significant development, the UK-based Commonwealth Heritage Forum (CHF), a prominent watchdog for preservation of which His Excellency Sir Rodney Williams is Patron, has partnered with the Heritage Trust of Antigua and Barbuda (HTAB) to offer heritage training skills for the youth. This co-operation emphasizes the importance of equipping the next generation with the knowledge and expertise needed to safeguard the cultural legacy of the islands.

In May 2023, the CHF conducted a Heritage Skills training course at Government House, with participation from neighboring territories including Trinidad, Barbados, Dominica  and Guyana.  Attendees were provided with hands-on experience and practical knowledge in heritage preservation. The success of this initiative has paved the way for the next training opportunity, which is scheduled to take place from May 13th to 24th at the St.John’s Anglican Cathedral, with support from Government House. This training programme will offer those present, the chance to learn from experienced craftsmen and gain practical know-how in heritage skills, ensuring the continuity of traditional craftsmanship in Antigua and Barbuda.

The Government House restoration programme remains committed to its dual mission of preserving historical architecture and empowering the youth through heritage training. By collaborating with esteemed organizations such as the CHF, the World Monument Fund (WMF), and the London Museum Docklands, the programme is poised to make a lasting impact on the conservation of Antigua and Barbuda’s rich cultural heritage.

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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]