The report is to be released for public consideration in order to inform government's approach to the issue.

Government has designed a transparent and structured program to ensure that issues of credibility and integrity are well- protected.

Cabinet has appointed a Task Force to determine whether Saint Lucia should establish an Economic Citizenship Program.

The Cabinet of Ministers recently considered a report on the feasibility of establishing a Global Residence and Citizenship Program. The report has been published and is inviting comments by the deadline date of March 5.

THE PURPOSE OF THIS TRIP IS TO ENGAGE IN DISCUSSIONS WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION AND EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT REGARDING INTERNATIONAL MIGRATION MATTERS.

Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Kenny D. Anthony traveled to London, Thursday, to address a gathering of investors in London, in an effort to promote investment in Saint Lucia.

NESTOR ALFRED BRINGS TO THE CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT UNIT VAST EXPERIENCE AS A REGULATOR WITHIN THE FINANCIAL SERVICES SECTOR.

OECS citizens no longer need a visitor’s driving permit to drive motor vehicles in Saint Lucia.

Dr. Anthony aims to change the political culture in Saint Lucia by including the Opposition in critical governance issues.

Several initiatives geared at improving the quality of education will be implemented in the 2017 fiscal year.

The 2016 New Year Address to the Nation by the Hon. Dr. Kenny D. Anthony, Prime Minister and Minister For Finance, Economic Affairs, Planning and Social Security.

Sen. La Corbiniere said the program has the potential to generate significant sums of money.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY 
Job Title:        Business Development Officer 
Term:            Two year contract 
Reports To:        Chief Executive Officer  

ABOUT THE CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT UNIT
The Citizenship by Investment Unit is the government agency responsible for the administration of the Citizenship by Investment Programme.  The Unit is accountable to the Citizenship by Investment Board.   The Citizenship by Investment Board is seeking to recruit a Business Development Officer to join the team at the Citizenship by Investment Unit. 

Position Overview 
Working under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Business Development Officer will work with Invest Saint Lucia, and other similar organizations to assess and monitor the projects which have been submitted to be part of list of approved projects under the Citizenship by Investment Programme.

General Responsibilities
•    Receive and review all applications for projects to be considered as part of the approved real estate and enterprise projects for the Citizenship by Investment Programme.
•    Inform developers of all applications which do not meet the requirements for approved investment projects.
•    Regularly update developers on the status of their applications and action necessary to complete the process.
•    Submit the projects for consideration to Invest Saint Lucia for review and recommendation as per the established guidelines. 
•    Assist the Chief Executive Officer in preparing all necessary reports to the Citizenship by Investment Board in relation to applications received.
•    Monitor the progress being made on approved projects and work with constituent groups to ensure that all the stages of the process are completed according to established guidelines. 
•    Provide technical advice and guidance to the Chief Executive Officer to ensure that the best recommendations for approved projects are made to the Citizenship by Investment Board.
•    Attend all meetings of the Unit.
•    Perform such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Chief Executive Officer. 

Qualifications
•    Education:  Bachelor’s degree preferably in Finance or Business Management or an equivalent amount of education and experience.
•    Strong communication and IT fluency.
•    Creative thinker and problem solver.
•    In-depth knowledge of the business industry and the ability to read and understand business plans.
•    The ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines.
•    Skill in prioritizing and triaging obligations.
•    Attention to detail.
•    Excellent time management and organization.

Other Requirements 
•    Must pass an extensive background check

How to Apply
Please send resumes and cover letters to:
Cindy Emmanuel-McLean, Chief Executive Officer – cmclean@cipsaintlucia.com 

Deadline for applications – October 29, 2015
Only qualified individuals being considered will be contacted. 

The senator spoke on the Citizenship by Investment Program during his maiden address.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY 
Job Title:        Due Diligence Officer 
Term:            Two year contract 
Reports To:        Chief Executive Officer  

ABOUT THE CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT UNIT
The Citizenship by Investment Unit is the government agency responsible for the administration of the Citizenship by Investment Programme.  The Unit is accountable to the Citizenship by Investment Board.  The Citizenship by Investment Board is seeking to recruit a Due Diligence Officer to join the team at the Citizenship by Investment Unit. 

Position Overview 
Working under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Due Diligence Officer  will be responsible for coordinating the due diligence on all applicants to the Citizenship by Investment Unit either through conducting his/her own investigations or through collaboration with a due diligence service provider. 

General Responsibilities
•    Process requests for due diligence reports for applicants to the Citizenship by Investment Programme.
•    Communicate effectively with due diligence service providers to retrieve additional information as needed.
•    Supply timely updates and notifications of delays in getting reports to the CEO.
•    Interpret the due diligence report in order to make a recommendation to the Chief Executive Officer on the application for citizenship. 
•    Conduct criminal background checks, civil lawsuit checks using the resources available to the Unit.
•    Edit reports for grammar and content to ensure high quality in the end product.
•    Prepare summary of due diligence reports highlighting areas of note for the Chief Executive Officer and the Citizenship by Investment Board.
•    Attend all meetings of the Unit.
•    Perform such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Chief Executive Officer. 

Qualifications
•    Education:  Bachelor’s degree preferably in Humanities, Criminal Justice or Research  or an equivalent amount of education and experience
•    Excellent internet research skills.
•    Organize documents, reports, and research.
•    Excellent communication skills to articulate instructional request to clients, staff and applicants, 
•    Reasoning and critical listening skills
•    Must be detail oriented.
•    Ability to make decisions that consider relevant facts and information, potential risks and benefits, and short- and long-term consequences or alternatives even when information received is impartial, complex or incomplete. 
•    Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a pleasant demeanour.

Other Requirements 
•    Must pass an extensive background check

How to Apply
Please send resumes and cover letters to:
Cindy Emmanuel-McLean, Chief Executive Officer – cmclean@cipsaintlucia.com 

Deadline for applications – October 29, 2015
Only qualified individuals being considered will be contacted.