Administrative Officer (Civil Service)
General civil service administrator — supports ministry operations through coordination, correspondence, data management, and policy implementation.
Typical Salary
J$1.2M
to J$2.5M per year
Open Roles
1,500+
across Jamaica
Job Market
Stable
Every ministry and agency
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Career Paths
Clerk→Administrative Officer→Senior Administrative Officer→Principal Administrative Officer→Director
Salary Range in Jamaica
Mid J$1.8M
Entry: J$1.2MSenior: J$2.5M
Key Skills
Office administration
Report writing
Minutes & correspondence
Data management
Scheduling
Budget support
Policy implementation
Customer service
Education
Minimum Entry
- 5 CXC passes (inc. English & Maths)
- Associates degree or higher advantageous
Preferred
- BSc Public Administration or Business Admin
- Certificate in Office Management
Professional Qualifications
- BSc Public Administration (UWI/UTech)
- HEART/NSTA Office Admin Level 2
- Civil service entry examination
- Secretarial Diploma (advantageous)
Market Trend
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