Professional and Scientific Class

Advanced professional work in the field of Economics. An employee in this class performs research into the more difficult economic problems affecting Government’s fiscal, monetary, industrial, international, social and educational policies. Work involves devising methods of compiling data, the analysis and interpretation of same, the preparation of reports, and advising on policy. Work may also involve planning, assigning and supervising the activities of professional and other technical personnel. Work is performed with a considerable degree of initiative and independent judgment and is subject to review through conferences and an evaluation of reports.

Responsible work in the field of economic investigation and analysis. An employee in this class analyses economic data and trends to aid in the solution of problems affecting Government's fiscal, monetary, industrial, international, social, and educational policies. Work also involves the compilation of economic and statistical data and the preparation of preliminary reports relevant to the Ministry or Department.

Advanced Professional laboratory work of a technical nature in the analytical examination of drugs and medicines. An employee in this class is responsible for the proper maintenance and efficient functioning of a drug laboratory and the training of staff attached thereto. Work involves supervision of subordinates and participation in the chemical and physical analysis of local and imported drugs and raw drug ingredients, to determine quality, purity and conformity with label claims and existing standards. Assignments are received in the form of samples selected or collected by the Drug Analyst or submitted by Government Departments and Private Agencies.

Technical and administrative work directing and coordinating area services related to road building, construction, and drainage works. An employee in this class is responsible for directing and coordinating the area inspection operations related to Road Building, Construction, and Drainage of the Ministry of Works. The duties involve supervising inspection personnel engaged in ensuring the efficient performance of road building, construction, and drainage works.

Highly responsible administrative and technical work in the field of Youth Development. An employee in this class is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the work of the Youth Affairs Division. The work involves supervising staff at various levels, administering programs of staff development, and liaising with other ministries, departments, and agencies on matters pertaining to Youth Development.

Highly responsible professional administrative work in the field of trade and investment. An employee in this class is responsible for advising on and coordinating Government’s trade policy matters; briefing and advising ministers, the wider private sector, and relevant public organizations on trade policy issues; coordinating Government's strategic adjustment initiatives; and participating in national and international trade negotiations. The work involves a high degree of initiative and independent judgment within the framework of the Ministry's policies and objectives.

Responsible specialized professional and administrative work in the field of medicine (radiology). An employee in this class performs specialized medical work in the diagnosis, treatment, and control of cancer and is responsible for the coordination of facilities for the treatment of cancer patients throughout the nation. Work also includes supervision of the activities of professional, technical, and other categories of staff at the Radiotherapy Centre.

Responsible professional work in the area of Public Sector Management and Organization Transformation. An employee in this class directs and manages the activities of divisions of Public Management. Work involves planning, organizing, and coordinating the activities of professional and technical officers engaged in the design, implementation, monitoring, and review of policies that support the overall transformation and modernization of the Public Service. Work also involves the establishment of systems, procedures, guidelines, and learning technologies that facilitate continuous improvement and enhanced service delivery.

Advanced professional and supervisory work in the field of auditing. An employee in this class assists in planning and organizing the work in a group of auditing sections of the Auditor General's Department. Work involves the review of audit programmes and undertaking aspects of the more complex audits of State-controlled enterprises and statutory and similar bodies. The employee supervises and guides subordinate professional auditors in specialized audit procedures and carries out special investigations and surveys.

Accounting work at the first professional level. An employee in this class performs professional accounting work directing or assisting in the direction of activities of an accounting unit. Work entails supervision of the work of sub-professional and supporting clerical personnel engaged in miscellaneous accounting duties. Work is performed with considerable independence subject to general administrative or professional review through reports and discussions.