Temporary Employment
Welcome to the Ministry's Temporary Employment Portal
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining Temporary Employment Programme is designed to provide short-term skills-building opportunities for students, graduates and civic-minded individuals who wish to contribute to Jamaica's agricultural and environmental development. The programme is a part of the Ministry's commitment to youth engagement, public service exposure, and capacity building within the agricultural and natural resources sectors.
These initiatives are strategically aligned with the Ministry’s broader goals to:
- Encourage youth participation in agriculture and natural resource management
- Strengthening human capital in the public service
- Build national awareness about the importance of sustainable practices in agriculture, fisheries, and mining
Areas of Interest
Agriculture:
- Crop Production and Management
- Soil Science and Sustainability
- Agricultural Research and Development
- Extension Services and Outreach
Fisheries:
- Marine Biology and Fisheries Management
- Aquaculture and Sustainable Fishing Practices
- Fisheries Research and Conservation
- Policy Development and Regulation
Mining:
- Geology and Mineral Exploration
- Mining Engineering and Operations
- Environmental Impact Assessment and Management
- Health and Safety in Mining
Other Areas include:
- Digital transformation
- Governance
- Human Resource Management and Development
- Finance and Accounts
- Project Management
- Energy & Security
- Communication & PR
- ICT
- Research
- Administration
- Public Procurement
- Facilities and Property Management
- Engineering & Transport Unit
