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Moving to JA - where do I start???

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michie1980

2/6/2008 17:09 EST

Hi,

Im in the UK and need to know how to find out about job opportunities in Jamaica. I graduate this year and before I get my teaching qualification Id like the live and work in Jamaica with a view of moving there permanently once Ive finished studying. My mother also wants to move out there but we are having trouble finding job vacancies and accomodation and are not altogether sure where to start. My mother has 20 years experience as a PA and project Administrator and is interested in working in most fields from Human Resources to IT. I havent had any luck so far a part from the odd random Job ad and so any help would be appreciated.

We will probably be looking at moving to Mandeville initially but we are open minded about where we go. We also need information on renting accommodation; all that Ive found so far are advertisements for expensive holiday rentals such as Villas and Executive Condos but we need something a lot more practical i.e. a house with two bedrooms, a bathroom, a kitchen and small living space nothing fancy.

If anyone can help with general or specific advice on where to find listings for jobs and homes to rent then please let me know. Thanks

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Trini

From: Jamaica

2/6/2008 21:12 EST

check, Caribbeanjobs.com or Splash Jamacia.com.
I will be honest, jobs here in JA are very difficult to find, especially for someone from the outside.You both may need to arrive for a month stay before finally moving here, would be my advice.The unemployment rate is very high.You would also be in a better position if you have a job before moving here, as work permits are abit difficult to get on your own.
Century 21 here in Kingston may be helpful, as they may have several locations around the Island, or try Andrea Levy's Realtors. They are also Kingston based, but may be able to assist you. Whatever you do, do not get rid of everything and move here without checking things out outside a vacation.
JA can be a beautiful place to live, but one has to understand, that one needs to build a network to find a job most times.You also need to be very careful about where you live, like do not take a place without grills on all doors and windows. In the meantime read any blog you can find about JA.

One is Moving back to Jamaica by Francis Wade

Good Luck
Trini

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VG66

2/22/2008 09:45 EST

Dear Michie

Good luck in your search, here are the most of the top 5, there are many properties to rent in Jamaica but it is mainly by word of mouth. The web does not offer a lot in renting
http://www.vlarealtors.com; http://www.sangstersrealty.com/; www.cbjamaica.com; www.century21jm.com; http://www.vlarealtors.com

Hope this helps.

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