Parish Councillor
Elected local government representative for a division within a parish — advocates for community needs, debates parish matters, and approves local budgets.
Typical Salary
J$1.2M
to J$2.5M per year
Open Roles
227+
across Jamaica
Job Market
Stable
227 divisions nationally
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Career Paths
Community advocate→Party activist→Parish Councillor→Mayor / Chairman
Salary Range in Jamaica
Mid
Entry: J$1.2MSenior: J$2.5M
Key Skills
Community representation
Council debate
Local budget review
Constituency casework
Public meetings
By-law development
Community outreach
Stakeholder liaison
Education
Minimum Entry
- Jamaican citizen 18+ in the division
- No formal academic minimum
Preferred
- Secondary education or higher
- Community leadership track record
Professional Qualifications
- Win divisional election
- Electoral Office Jamaica registration
Market Trend
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