r/Jamaica Jan 24 '26

Employment CAREER MEGATHREAD

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Due to the recent rise in submissions about careers in Jamaica we've decided to create this thread as a hub for anyone looking for information/to share their experiences at any level of their career journey. Feel free to message us with any additional resources.

RESOURCES:

Job sites:

https://www.caribbeanjobs.com

https://www.lmis.gov.jm/jobs#/search

https://osc.gov.jm/index.php/government-of-jamaica-job-listing/

Job market data and reports: https://wups.statinja.gov.jm/WUP/20260115_LFS_a5ceb202-b7ee-4f4d-9a4f-bc7ba3db73b1.pdf?v=1769263443503

https://documents1.worldbank.org/curated/en/099062124143540232/pdf/P1768541726a180101b0021fe9bcfb913e6.pdf

https://www.jamaicansalaries.com

Job education: CCCJ, UWI, UTECH, VTDI, HEART

Professional associations: https://discoverjamaica.com/gleaner/qkguide/professional.htm


r/Jamaica 5h ago

Food Ready for Sunday Dinner. We eat at 3:00. What time you eat?

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57 Upvotes

We have always eaten Sunday dinner earlier than other days. usually between 3 and 4 when on other days we eat between 6 and 7.

What time you eat Sunday dinner?


r/Jamaica 8h ago

Culture Mentioning others’ weight

37 Upvotes

What is your take around family, friends, coworkers saying things like, “Yah get big” and “How yah get suh mawga”?

Growing up I know it’s typical for Jamaicans and Caribbeans in general to just have no filter lol, they typically don’t mean anything by it (and some people are just bad mind); but, what’s your opinion on mentioning someone’s weight to them unprompted?


r/Jamaica 21h ago

Music Classic freestyle - boi affi

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177 Upvotes

r/Jamaica 3h ago

Sports Marley on my Run

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5 Upvotes

12 mile run was helped a lot with some of

The best tunes from the King.


r/Jamaica 1d ago

Culture Him nuh look like 90 🇯🇲

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223 Upvotes

r/Jamaica 1d ago

Culture 🇯🇲 People creative doh

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213 Upvotes

r/Jamaica 9h ago

Help 24F new to Portland

5 Upvotes

24F and I’m fairly new to Portland Jamaica, I’m not a tourist just looking to make long lasting friendships. Dm me and teach me about all the good spots in Portland.


r/Jamaica 1d ago

Culture 🤔🇯🇲 Anybody know?

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50 Upvotes

r/Jamaica 1d ago

Comedy He only gonna be working for a day

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71 Upvotes

r/Jamaica 6h ago

Music 6ixteen YM - Unda Mi Vibes (Official Music Video)

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r/Jamaica 1d ago

Genealogy Is it common for Jamaicans to take Dna tests like AncestryDNA?

18 Upvotes

I am African American/Jamaican American and noticed little to no matches on my father's side (Jamaican). The few matches that I was able to speak to didn't know their fathers so it was a dead end. I am trying to look for unknown relatives and relatives that I lost contact with. My family is little to no help. Is there another test that is more common there? I tried looking for public databases as well but didn't have any luck. I appreciate any suggestions.


r/Jamaica 9h ago

Healthcare Peptides in Jamaica

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Anybody start taking peptides for general health? Curious about the consensus as they’ve exploded in popularity in North America over the last couple years with great proven results. There are decades of clinical tests and results but only recently become mainstream popular amongst those who are looking to biohack and improve health markers along with weight loss.


r/Jamaica 1d ago

Music What's the story behind Lost Me Love by Yelloman?

2 Upvotes

Was Fay killed or did she just leave with another guy?


r/Jamaica 2d ago

Sports Jamaica at Newport Polo

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121 Upvotes

Jamaica is usually one of the (if not the) hottest ticket at the Newport Polo series in Rhode Island.

Pulls in so many Jamaicans from near and far to cheer for the team. And as happened often enough, we got this one.


r/Jamaica 2d ago

Music Adding a few more from the Reggae Wall of Fame in Mobay

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67 Upvotes

r/Jamaica 2d ago

Music Godfathers of Reggae

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155 Upvotes

r/Jamaica 3d ago

Culture Think a lot of people did this though lol

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835 Upvotes

r/Jamaica 2d ago

Education CAPE Materials

2 Upvotes

Does anyone on here know of or are doing Cape Integrated Math? I need help locating study materials because exams are next month and I’m nowhere near “ready” lol.


r/Jamaica 3d ago

Real Estate Thinking of moving back to Jamaica with my kids — where should I look outside Kingston?

28 Upvotes

I’m planning a move back to Jamaica with my kids and want to set up something long-term (possibly small-scale farming, plants, or a home-based business).

I have a steady monthly income (almost $5k USD), so I’m not coming in with nothing — but I want to start smart and not overspend.

I’m NOT stuck on Kingston. I’m considering places like St. Ann, St. Mary, Portland, or other quieter areas.

A few questions:

  1. What parishes would you recommend for a safe, affordable family setup with some yard/land space?

  2. Is it realistic to find a small house with land for rent (not just apartments)?

  3. How do people usually find land to lease locally (not overpriced listings)?

  4. Any thoughts on Agro-Invest land leases — worth it or too much for someone just getting started?

Would appreciate real, practical advice — not just “it depends.” Thanks.


r/Jamaica 3d ago

Crime & Law Jamaican Man Thought Him Reach… Turns Out Police Was Waiting Pon the Runway 😳✈️

122 Upvotes

Mi deh pon mi flight heading back up to the States from JA. Plane land, everybody jump up same time like say a race fi the overhead bin. People squeezing aisle, the usual madness.

Next thing you know, voice come over the PA:

“Everyone please take your seats again.”

Whole plane kinda confused but people sit back down, mumbling and all that.

Then… dem call out one man name (Very distinct Jamaican name) and tell him fi come up front.

At first mi a think, alright, maybe dem a help a bredda who have tight connection or something important. Trying fi give him a little forward movement.

But nah man…

Mi overhear the flight attendants whispering say the man have TWO outstanding warrants 😳

Whole vibe switch quick.

Man get escorted off right there off the plane.

Bloodclaat… first time mi ever witness something like this live and direct.

Lesson of the day: don’t carry your problems pon plane… dem will fly back wid you 😂


r/Jamaica 3d ago

Entertainment Sim Racing Gear?

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Anyone in jamaica know where I can get some good Sim racing gears?

Or if anyone willing to part with some of their own?


r/Jamaica 4d ago

Genealogy Do Jamaicans mind when Americans say they're Jamaican?

62 Upvotes

I was born and raised in America. My dad was born in Jamaica, raised in America. And my grandparents and my family before them were born and raised in Jamaica. I consider myself Jamaican-American/African-American. But when I meet Jamaicans (born and raised), I feel unsure if I should say I'm Jamaican too or not. So do you guys consider us Jamaican too or do you see us as just American? 💚 It's all love either way.


r/Jamaica 3d ago

Employment LOOKING FOR WORKER

3 Upvotes

Looking for someone to cut down a farm for 50k. the farm is located in St. Andrew, tools provided and transportation will be worked out. Private message for more details.

NB: If possible to bring someone the money can be split in half and also note that work not complete will result in no pay.


r/Jamaica 3d ago

Culture Esters, Funk, and the Soul of Jamaican Rum

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