Minister of State
Junior minister assisting a Cabinet Minister — manages specific portfolios within a ministry and represents the minister in Parliament.
Typical Salary
J$7M
to J$12M per year
Open Roles
20+
across Jamaica
Job Market
Stable
~20 positions nationally
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Career Paths
MP / Senator→Parliamentary Secretary→Minister of State
Salary Range in Jamaica
Mid
Entry: J$7MSenior: J$12M
Key Skills
Portfolio management
Legislative support
Constituency liaison
Policy analysis
Stakeholder engagement
Public speaking
Report writing
Committee work
Education
Minimum Entry
- 5 CXC passes
- University degree
Preferred
- MSc Public Policy or Management
- Parliamentary experience
Professional Qualifications
- Elected MP or appointed Senator
- Ministerial appointment by PM
Market Trend
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