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Michael Joseph’s Generosity Fuels Ottos Comprehensive Secondary School’s Breakfast Program

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By Linda Roberts

In a remarkable display of philanthropy, Ottos Comprehensive Secondary School Principal, Mr. Roberts, expressed the profound impact of the school’s breakfast program, highlighting it as a crucial component of students’ daily routine. Emphasizing the significance of breakfast, Mr. Roberts declared, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.”

This sentiment was echoed by the recent benefactor, Mr. Michael Joseph, whose generous donation promises to significantly enhance the school’s breakfast initiative. Mr. Joseph, a beacon of humanitarianism, shared his gratitude, stating, “Grateful for the opportunity to give back – one act of kindness at a time. #PeopleDriven.”

The impact of Mr. Joseph’s contribution is poised to extend far beyond the school’s walls. The donation will play a pivotal role in nourishing the minds and bodies of numerous students, setting them on a trajectory for success. The breakfast program, now bolstered by this act of benevolence, aims to reach a milestone with the hashtag #RoadTo50, signifying a collective effort toward a brighter future for the students.

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The benefits of a well-rounded breakfast are widely recognized, contributing not only to improved academic performance but also fostering a conducive learning environment. Students who start their day with a nutritious meal exhibit enhanced concentration, better problem-solving skills, and increased overall well-being.

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The ripple effect of Mr. Joseph’s generosity is anticipated to positively influence the academic journey of countless students.

Michael Joseph, known not only for his business acumen but also for his commitment to social responsibility, emerges as a great humanitarian and philanthropist.

His belief in the power of small acts of kindness underscores a dedication to uplifting communities and making a tangible difference in the lives of those less fortunate.

As Ottos Comprehensive Secondary School continues on the #RoadTo50, the collaborative efforts of Mr. Roberts and Mr. Michael Joseph stand as a testament to the transformative impact that can be achieved through the fusion of education and philanthropy.

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The donation serves as a beacon of hope, illuminating a path toward a future where every student is afforded the opportunity to begin their day with a nourishing breakfast, laying the foundation for a brighter and more promising tomorrow.

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One response to “Michael Joseph’s Generosity Fuels Ottos Comprehensive Secondary School’s Breakfast Program”

  1. With the School Meal Programme in place, please tell me why it is necessary for a private citizen to be financing breakfast for our school children.

    Is it a case that Gaston Browne and his ABLP mal-administration have failed the people once again?

    Seems to me that, if a programme does not contribute to the self-enrichment of aBLP parliamentarians, it is dead on arrival. Time for change. Get rid of the frauds and save our beloved country.

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(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. 

 

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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

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