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AML Foods Limited seeking CCTV Administrator - Jan 21, 2015 - 11:44:42 AM

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AML Foods Limited Vacancy: We are currently seeking qualified applicants to fill the position of CCTV Administrator

Duties and responsibilities will include:
  • Daily management and operation of the Company's CCTV systems
Interested candidates should: Have excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken...
Entertainment
Call for Entries: First Annual WideScreen Festival In Miami - Jan 19, 2015 - 4:35:36 PM

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Get Discovered!  Submissions End February 8th


AVENTURA, Florida – In effort to inspire the creation and distribution of art, while ultimately enhancing the creative mind, Bahamian filmmaker Jarrod Knowles announces the first annual WideScreen Film and Music Video Festival at the AMC Aventura 24 Theaters in Aventura, FL, set to take place from February 27 – March 3, 2015.  The event is sponsored by  TheBahamasWeekly.com, a Bahamian and Canadian based news and events website.

Filmmakers from around the world can submit films to the WideScreen Film & Music Video Festival for a chance to win bragging rights and the ultimate prizes: WideScreenFilm and Music Video’s Best Filmmaker Award as well as $500 cash. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society’s charity foundation Relay For Life...
News : International
Applications open for 2015 Caribbean-Canada Emerging Leaders’ Dialogue - Jan 14, 2015 - 7:38:33 PM

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“Leading Through Innovation and Transformation” the 2015 Theme


TORONTO, Canada – Mr. Robert Taylor, Chair of the Board, ELD Canada announced today that the 2015 Caribbean-Canada Emerging Leaders’ Dialogue (CCELD) is now accepting applications from energetic leaders with vision, a future focus, and strong personal values who are looking for a challenging, global experience.

“We are thrilled to be able to open the application process for CCELD 2015, and I am confident that we will be able to attract a stellar group of emerging leaders from across Canada and the Caribbean. Historically, we have been able to gather together some...
Opportunities
Pérez Art Museum Miami announces search for new Director - Jan 7, 2015 - 6:38:40 PM

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Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) is launching an international search for a director to replace Thom Collins, who will step down in March after guiding the museum’s successful move to a spectacular new waterfront venue, PAMM Board Chair Aaron Podhurst announced. Collins will become executive director and president of the Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia.

PAMM trustee Dennis Scholl, the vice president/arts for the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, will head the committee searching for the new director and Leann Standish, PAMM deputy director for external affairs, will serve as interim director following Collins’ departure...

Sports
Call for Bahamian applicants: TO2015 Young Reporters Program - Dec 13, 2014 - 2:28:37 PM

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The TO2015 Young Reporters Program is a sport management and journalism training program has put out a call for applicants from countries and territories of the Americas. The program is part of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games.

The program will run from July 9 to 20, 2015, with young reporters arriving in Toronto on July 8 and departing on July 21. Pre-Games training and assignments will begin in April 2015.

Forty-one young reporters will be selected (up to one from each of the 41 participating countries and territories of the Americas)...

Opportunities
Bahamas Environmental Steward Scholars Programme Seeks 2015-16 Scholars - Dec 12, 2014 - 11:24:12 AM

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BREEF is now accepting student applications for the 2015-16 cycle of the Bahamas Environmental Steward Scholars (BESS) Programme. BESS is a unique and exciting gap-year programme for graduating high school students in The Bahamas with a keen interest in the environment. BES Scholars complete a semester of study at the Cape Eleuthera Island School and a 4-month paid internship with an environmental organization.

Know of a graduating senior who would enjoy learning and working in the natural environment? Please share.
Opportunities
Edinburgh Napier University is in Nassau, Bahamas today! - Dec 2, 2014 - 2:00:45 PM

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Join the MBA Elite...


Edinburgh Napier University is coming to Nassau, The Bahamas on Tuesday, December 2nd. We'll be holding and information session at the British Colonial Hilton from 6 - 7:30pm in the Sir Harry Oakes Room. Come out and talk with us!

Study online! Designed with flexibility, recognition and power in mind, the Edinburgh Napier University Global Online MBA will offer you a pathway to a higher career level.

The MBA is awarded directly by Edinburgh Napier University which has the status of a Royal Charter Institution in the UK...
News : Local
U.S. Embassy (Bahamas) announces the 9th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay Competition - Nov 27, 2014 - 1:01:43 PM


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The United States Embassy in Nassau, The Bahamas, is pleased to announce the launch of the 9thannual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay contest. The purpose of the contest is to encourage students to explore the life of Dr. King and his impact on the civil rights movement. All high school students in The Bahamas ages 15-18 years old are invited to participate in the contest.

This year’s theme is “Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. worked very hard to highlight the importance of equality and human rights for all regardless of race, gender, religion, ethnicity, disability, citizenship, socio-economic status, etc.He partnered with community leaders, government officials, schools and many others to ensure the fight for equality was a collaborative effort locally..."
Opportunities
Bahamas Casting Call for The Travel Channel - Nov 27, 2014 - 11:37:54 AM

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The Travel Channel's "Xtreme Waterparks" is filming at Atlantis Marina in Providence, Nassau, Bahamas!

Day of Filming: Sunday, November 30th, 2014

Casting: 3 or 4 people, mixed genders, ages 22-33 years, fit body types with outgoing personalities
Opportunities
Youth contest on virtual violence - Nov 26, 2014 - 1:53:25 PM

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Adolescent girls and young women are victims of virtual violence that manifests itself through numerous cases of cyber threats, bullying, the use of demeaning phrases and stereotyped and violent images in electronic media such as emails, social networks, blogs, text messages and mobile phones. This violence constitutes a violation of women’s right to live free of violence.

In preparation for the 16 Days of Activism against Gender Violence, the Inter-American Commission of Women (CIM) invites you to participate in the “ Delete virtual violence” contest and develop your own audiovisual or graphic campaign with concrete proposals to eradicate this violence.

The CIM will select 3 proposals that will be posted on CIM’s Website ...
Opportunities
Bahamas Casting Call: Be an Ambassador for your Country - Nov 21, 2014 - 12:35:03 PM

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Nassau, New Providence - Want to travel, have fun, and be an Ambassador for your country? Do you love modeling and acting? Do you have what it takes?

Find out at: Melia Nassau
Date: Saturday, November 29th, 2014
Time: 11am-4pm

No Experience Required. Just bring your passion for The Bahamas!
News : International : Organization of American States (OAS)
OAS wants more Bahamian scholarship seekers - Nov 20, 2014 - 1:02:46 AM

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Development, Education and Employment Department (DHDEE) of the Organization of American States (OAS) met with Bahamian stakeholders to apprise them of increased education and training opportunities for Bahamians through the expanded scholarship programs offered by the OAS. The meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday November 17.

Led by DHDEE coordinator for the partnership program, Juliete Mallet Phillip, the group also discussed ways to improve on the relatively low level of Bahamian participation in the myriad of scholarship opportunities provided by the OAS...

Opportunities
Baha Mar Launches 'Baha Mar Nation' Media Campaign - Nov 17, 2014 - 10:13:28 AM

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Nassau, Bahamas  - Today Baha Mar launched its new employee recruitment advertising campaign: ‘Baha Mar Nation’. During the past two years, the $3.5 billion luxury resort has been actively seeking out and recruiting the best and brightest Bahamians both in The Bahamas and abroad, resulting in outreach to over 10,000 students and professionals. Leading up to its Grand Opening celebration scheduled for late Spring 2015, the luxury resort is ramping up its efforts to find team members from diverse backgrounds with an aptitude for hospitality.

The new campaign, produced locally, features Baha Mar employees in various hospitality roles that demonstrate the values of Baha Mar team members, also called ‘Baha Mar Citizens’...

Opportunities
Music, Model & Talent Showcase to hold casting in Grand Bahama - Nov 8, 2014 - 1:37:05 AM

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NASSAU, The Bahamas – Freeport, Grand Bahama is bracing itself for the Music, Model & Talent Showcase (Island MMTS), the new and exciting talent-scouting event uniquely designed to bring global attention to the vast talent pool in The Bahamas and the Caribbean.

According to Island MMTS CEO & Founder Pia Glover-Rolle, the support and participation to date has been overwhelming and phenomenal.

Island MMTS kicked off in New Providence on August 16, 2014 and moved on to Abaco on September 20. Auditions were also held in Belize on October 4, Suriname on October 18, and Anguilla on October 25...
News : International
Commonwealth launches Young Professionals Programme - Oct 28, 2014 - 1:50:48 PM

Young people across the Commonwealth given opportunity to help shape the work and priorities of a leading international organisation.

28 October 2014 - The Commonwealth Secretariat announced today the launch of a Young Professionals Programme as part of its ongoing commitment to youth development and empowerment.

Qualified young people from Commonwealth member countries will be given the opportunity to contribute to the Commonwealth’s work in international development and democracy, and to build their skills in its culturally diverse, professional environment...
Opportunities
Bahamian Actors Needed for Caribbean Family Cruise - Oct 24, 2014 - 11:59:38 AM

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A Bahamian production company is looking for Families (actors with or without experience) needed for a week on a cruise around the Caribbean.

Casting will take place over 4 days in Nassau, New Providence during the first two weeks of November, and filming will take place for a week in mid-November. 

This is a paid gig with wardrobe, hair, makeup and meals provided! Please send your headshot and full length photos, stats and contacts
Opportunities
Bahamas Global Youth Festival Launches Logo & Song Competition - Oct 17, 2014 - 3:06:50 PM


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Geared at highlighting the talents of young Bahamians all across the country, and bolstering marketability on a global scale, the organizers of the Bahamas Global Youth Festival (BGY-FEST aka Biggie-Fest), slated to be held in Grand Bahama in June 2015, officially launched logo and song competitions on Tuesday

The grand prize for the song competition is $1,000 and the winner of the logo competition will receive a $300 cash prize.

BGY-Fest, hosted by Clinton Minnis Global (CMG) Inc. and partners,will start accepting submissions for the logo competition from October 24, 2014 and the deadline for submissions is November 15, 2014.

Opportunities
Bluff House Beach Resort & Marina seeks General Manager position‏ - Oct 8, 2014 - 9:37:27 AM

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Bluff House Beach Resort & Marina is accepting resumes for the position of General Manager. Bluff House is a boutique resort located on the island of Green Turtle Cay, Abaco,The Bahamas.  Bluff House’s 12 tropical acres span across the width of Green Turtle from the Sea of Abaco to White Sound and consists of a waterfront bar and restaurant, beach bar overlooking our private beach, 46 slip full-service marina, gift shop, and eight luxury, waterfront hotel suites.

3 - 5 years resort management experience as a GM is preferred. Prior management of a Bahamian property is a plus. You will be responsible for all resort day-to-day operations, must have significant experience in F&B services and will play a role in revenue management, sales efforts, and room operations for the property...
Sales & Promotions : Flying Fish Restaurant
Enjoy the best in dining at Flying Fish (Now Hiring) - Sep 26, 2014 - 12:30:03 PM

Freeport, Grand Bahama - 
Enjoy the best in dining at Flying Fish! Indoors or out, we have you covered.

We are HIRING!
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the best restaurant in the country so be sure to come prepared and come with enthusiasm!

Lunch is served Wednesday through Friday 11:30am - 2pm.  Brunch is served every Saturday and Sunday from 11am - 3pm; and Dinner 7 nights a week.

On Casual Sundays we offer our extended bar menu and live entertainment...
Opportunities
Halsbury Chambers to Host 10th Annual Free Legal Clinic - Sep 19, 2014 - 12:20:40 PM

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The progressive firm of Halsbury Chambers will hosts its 10th Annual Free Legal Clinic, under the theme “Information You Need for the Life You Want” on Saturday the 20th September 2014 at its law office located on Village Road from 9am to 3pm.

Launched in 2004 as a community outreach effort to provide free legal advice and bridge the gap between the legal community and the public, the free clinics in the past have attracted hundreds of persons. 

Nerissa Greene, Partner at the law firm, said that, “attorneys will be available from 9am to 3pm to give free legal advice on a wide range of legal issues such as mortgages, conveyances, wills, probate, divorces, adoption, personal injury, wrongful dismissal, immigration applications, trade marks...

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