The Government of the Virgin Islands is seeking qualified persons to serve as a member on the Public Assistance Committee. 

The Public Assistance Committee was established under the Public Assistance Act, 2013, which falls under the Ministry of Health and Social Development.  Its primary objective is to review and decide on applications and grant financial and in-kind support to poor and vulnerable individuals and households, to enable them to meet their basic living expenses. 

The main functions of the Committee are to review and decide all applications, grant public assistance to eligible persons and where applicable determine the amount, prepare and submit an annual report relating to activities of the Committee to the Minister; and make recommendations to the Minister on the provision of assistance under the Act; and perform such other duties as the Minister may direct.

The ideal candidates are expected to be willing to carry out the functions of the Public Assistance Committee, attend scheduled meetings, possess leadership skills and experience in areas relevant to the Board’s functions, commit to confidentiality, integrity and good governance as well as exercise discretion and good judgment.

Successful applicants will be appointed by the Minister for a term not exceeding three years but are eligible for re-appointment.

With the exception of Public Officers, stipends are paid to members of the Public Assistance Committee at rates determined by the House of Assembly.

Interested persons are asked to submit a Letter of Interest alone with a Résumé or Curriculum Vitae to the address provided below by the closing date 30^th September, 2024.

Permanent Secretary

Ministry of Health and Social Development

Government of the Virgin Islands

Road Town, Tortola VG1110

British Virgin Islands

Email: ministryofhealth@gov.vg

For more information, please contact the Ministry by email or call (284) 468-2174 /2272.