FAQs

What is the purpose of the Ministry of Public Administration?
The Ministry of Public Administration has as its ambit, ensuring that the necessary tools to easily maintain a high level of service, to deliver goods efficiently and effectively, and to guarantee that all citizens have equal access to government and services are available to all facets of the Public Service. The Ministry is also responsible for putting the National Connectivity Agenda in place. To learn more about the National Connectivity Agenda please visit the fastforward site. Please see Divisional Profiles for more detailed information on our Ministry.

How do I apply for a scholarship?

Please visit the Scholarships and Advanced Training Division's website at www.scholarships.gov.tt or click here for more information.

Who are the key leaders of the Ministry of Public Administration?

Line Minister

The Honourable Carolyn Seepersad - Bachan

Permanent Secretary

Ms.Gillian Macintyre - Ag.

Ag. Deputy Permanent Secretaries

Mr. Richard Madray, Ms. Prabha Maraj

Heads of Divisions/Units

Mrs. Anne Marie Jordan Downes

Head Human Resources Division

Mrs. Meena Jagarsar
Ag. Director-Public Management Consulting Division

Mrs. Jacqueline Johnson

Ag. Director-Scholarships & Advanced Training Division

Ms. Marcia London - Mc Kellar
Ag. Director - Public Service Academy

Mr. Claudelle Mc Kellar
Ag. Director-Public Service Transformation Division

Auditor II

Internal Audit

Ms. Geeta Maharaj
Director-Finance & Accounts

Mr. Kurt Meyer
Ag. Director-Strategic Services Division

Head - Legal Services Division

Ms. Rae - Ann Harper Walters

Head-Corporate Communications

Gary Turpin

Manager

Information Technology Services

Muriel Lezama

Ag. Director

Public Management Division

Ms. Helaine Boodoosingh
Ag. Director

Corporate Services Division

OTHER FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What has become of the Ministry of Public Administration and Information?
The Ministry of Public Administration and Information (MPAI) which was established in 2001 was split into two separate entities as of 18th December, 2007. These were the Ministry of Public Administration and the Ministry of Information. As of May 2010, the functions of the Ministry of Information were devolved to other Ministries and Departments under the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS RELATED TO GOVERNMENT

Where can I get photographs of the Prime Minister / President / Coat of Arms?
Please visit http://www.nalis.gov.tt/gov.html or visit the National Library, Corner Hart and Abercromby Streets Port- of Spain. Telephone: (868) 623-4724

What are the phone numbers for [other Government Ministries and Departments]?
The phone numbers for all Government Ministries and Departments can be found in the blue pages at the front of the TSTT telephone directory.

Can you confirm whether [Date] is a public holiday?
Please consult the list of Public Holidays at the www.ttconnect.gov.tt website.

Where is the Office of the Prime Minister?
The Prime Minister's Office is located at 13-15, St. Clair Avenue St. Clair, Port of Spain. Telephone: (868) 622-1625. Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

Where is the Office of the President?
The President's office is located at Circular Road, St Anns. Telephone (868) 624-1261.

Where is the Office of the Opposition Leader?
The Opposition Leader's office is located at Chloe Building, 11 Charles Street, Port of Spain. Telephone: (868) 623-8662

Where can I find out about: the composition of Parliament, House of Representatives, Senate, Cabinet, Cabinet Secretariat, and Parliamentary Committees?
For information about these areas of government, please visit the Parliament website at www.parliament.gov.tt

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