CARICOM: Caribbean Community

05/06/2026

🌎Happy World Environmental Day

🗣️ Secretary-General, Dr. Carla Barnett, called on the Community to “move forward with urgency, unity, and purpose as we accelerate the transition to a sustainable future”.

🗒️Framing her message in the context of the threat climate change poses to the livelihood and development of the Caribbean, the Secretary-General called on the private sector, financial institutions, civil society, and academia to actively partner with governments to find Caribbean solutions to Caribbean challenges.

🔗Click on the link to read her full message ➡️ https://caricom.org/move-with-urgency-unity-and-purpose-to-accelerate-transition-to-a-sustainable-future-caricom-sg-on-world-environment-day/

04/06/2026

🌊 Secretary-General, Dr. Carla Barnett participated in a panel discussion at the Island States Ocean Summit in Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵 held under the theme “Sustainable Ocean Action for Resilient Islands.”

🌎 During the discussion, Dr. Barnett shared the Caribbean Community’s approach to ocean governance, emphasizing the need to integrate 🌊 ocean governance, 🌱 biodiversity conservation, 🌦️ climate resilience, and 📈 sustainable development to build resilient and prosperous blue economies.

🤝 Highlighting the importance of stronger partnerships, investment, capacity development, and knowledge-sharing, the Secretary-General noted that Small Island Developing States (SIDS) continue to face significant challenges in managing their ocean resources and responding to climate change.

💡 These challenges include:
💰 Limited access to financing
🛡️ Maritime and ocean security concerns
📊 Data and information gaps
🔬 Technical and institutional capacity constraints

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04/06/2026

Nationals residing in Guyana are invited to apply for the position of:
💼Grounds Keeper, Administrative Services
🏢 CARICOM Secretariat, 🇬🇾
✉️ Send your CV to [email protected]
📆 Deadline: 12 June 2026
📲Click the link for full details ➡️ https://caricom.org/opportunities/grounds-keeper-administrative-services/

03/06/2026

Congratulatory Message to Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹 on its Election to the United Nations Security Council, 2027-2028

Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) extend hearty congratulations to the Government and people of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago on successful election to a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council, for the 2027-2028 term.

The overwhelming support offered by United Nations Member States during elections held on 3 June 2026 reflects the confidence of the international community in Trinidad and Tobago’s longstanding commitment to multilateralism, peace and security, and the principles of the United Nations Charter. This is a proud moment not only for Trinidad and Tobago but for the Caribbean Community as a whole.

is confident that Trinidad and Tobago will bring to the Security Council the unique perspectives of Caribbean Small Island and Low-lying Coastal Developing States through its advocacy on issues critical to the peace and stability of the Caribbean and other vulnerable regions.

The Caribbean Community reaffirms its support for Trinidad and Tobago as it undertakes this significant responsibility and stands ready to collaborate in promoting the collective interests of the Region within the United Nations System.

03/06/2026

Nationals residing in Guyana are invited to apply for the position of:
💼Office Attendant I, Administrative Services
🏢 CARICOM Secretariat, 🇬🇾
✉️ Send your CV to [email protected]
📆 Deadline: 12 June 2026
📲Click the link for full details ➡️ https://caricom.org/opportunities/office-attendant-i-administrative-services/

03/06/2026

03/06/2026

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🗣️Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha, Chair of the Special Ministerial Task Force on Food Security and Food Production and Minister of Agriculture of Guyana, highlighted the importance of strategic partnerships, investment, and innovation in transforming Caribbean agriculture into a modern and sustainable industry.

📍 Join us in Kingston, Jamaica, from 27 September – 2 October 2026 for the 20th Caribbean Week of Agriculture. 🇯🇲

02/06/2026

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🌱 Dr. Patrick Antoine, Chief Executive Officer and Technical Director of the CARICOM Private Sector Organisation (CPSO), emphasised the importance of collaboration, innovation, and strategic planning in building a stronger and more resilient agricultural future for the Caribbean during the launch of the 20th Caribbean Week of Agriculture.

📍 Join us in Jamaica, from 27 September – 2 October 2026 for the 20th Caribbean Week of Agriculture.

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02/06/2026

The Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM) is inviting applications for the position of:

PROGRAMME MANAGER, RESEARCH AND RESOURCE ASSESSMENT

Are you passionate about marine sustainability, fisheries research, and making a meaningful impact across the Caribbean region? This is your opportunity to contribute to the conservation and sustainable use of our marine and aquatic resources while working within a dynamic regional organization.

📍 Duty Station: Kingstown, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
📅 Application Deadline: 29 May 2026

Applications are invited from suitably qualified nationals of CARICOM Member States and Associate Member States.

Submit applications to:
[email protected]
[email protected]

Job description link: https://ymdlzq.clicks.mlsend.com/tb/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjExNzY2OSxcImxcIjoxODc4MjA5NDY2MDU3Mzc0NDgsXCJyXCI6MTg3ODIwOTU5NjQyNjgyNjM2fSIsInMiOiI1ZDY4ZTliZjVhNDU5MjE0In0

Learn more at: www.crfm.int

Be part of a team driving sustainable fisheries, resilient communities, and a stronger Caribbean future.