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- Paul Tobin
Macorp Launched "Technicians for the Caribbean"
By: Weneta Pooran, Macorp Learning Center Administrator
During its years of existence, Machinery Corporation of GuyanaLtd (MACORP) has remarkably been recognized for having an experienced work force and a strong commitment towards Guyana’s development through training and youth empowerment.
At Macorp, we have acknowledged the fact that globally, many successful organizations are driven by the constant technological and mechanical improvements. As we continue to expand CATERPILLAR’s presence throughout country, MACORP humbly launched the “Technicians for the Caribbean” Website/Program on May 10, 2019 at the Marriott Hotel in Georgetown.
Education has transformed a lot and it is gaining the digital form currently. Phones and computers became the note and pen for the present and future generation. The Internet has reduced the distance between the students and the educational institutions, thus, students from any part of Guyana can get access to these courses on their palms now. Being in such a fast paced world, Macorp implemented this Program which will provide a number of advantages for the Youths in Guyana.
The following advantages were presented at the Launch to all in attendance of this event:
Technicians for the Caribbean is:
Totally free of cost
Tackles unemployment
Comprehensive and can be completed within a short period of 3 to 6 months
Can be completed at any place and at any time using the internet
A Certified training
As part of honoring our social responsibility towards the Guyanese community the company will provides an assurance to continue to support these kind of initiatives and anticipates collaborating with the Ministry of Education and other Ministries to be a part of this training program.
We are delighted to share with you some of the persons who attended this event:
Assistant Chief Education Officer and other Representatives from the Ministry of Education
Members of the Technical Vocational Education and Training
Directors of all Technical Schools
Representatives from the Ministry of Communities
Representatives from the Ministry of Public Telecommunications
Representatives from the Ministry of Natural Resources
Representatives from the Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs
Representatives from the Ministry of Public Infrastructure
Representatives from the University of Guyana
USA Ambassador to Guyan
Chili Ambassador to Guyana
Venezuelan Ambassador to Guyana
Suriname Ambassador to Guyana
Brazil Ambassador to Guyana
Chinese Ambassador to Guyana
Members of the Media
Macorp Management Team and Staff
At this event, persons were encouraged to participate since it will undoubtedly provide a bright and positive future for them.
Moreover, it is with great humility that Macorp would like to thank Caterpillar for providing this opportunity not only to Guyana but also to other Caribbean Dealers such as Surmac (Suriname) and M & E Ltd (Bahamas). Macorp appreciates Caterpillar’s resourcefulness and invaluable inputs towards making this program possible.
In conclusion, the Launch of this program has generated a closer alliance between the Government Sectors and the Company. There were several meetings and visits that took place with between Macorp and Government Officials, example:
Visit to Macorp by the Vice President and Minister of Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs Sydney Allicock
Visit to Macorp by the Minister of Public Telecommunications Catherine Hughes
Visit by Macorp Officials to Port Kaituma, Region One (1)
Meeting with the Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Communities.
At this point of time, twenty-two (22) persons successfully completed the Training and were provided the opportunity to commence the One Year Training Program at Macorp.
Upon completion of the one year training, the participants will also be provided the opportunity to be employed by Macorp.
Please be guided by the links below for further details:
https://guyanatimesgy.com/macorp-introduces-technicians-for-the-caribbean-online-training/
https://moipa.gov.gy/prospects-good-for-indigenous-development-through-macorp-training/
https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2019/05/27/macorp-training-available-for-indigenous-technicians/
https://www.facebook.com/macorpcatltd/photos/a.1830660773883037/2345342179081558/?type=3&theater
https://www.facebook.com/macorpcatltd/photos/pcb.2345318735750569/2345318592417250/?type=3&theater
https://www.facebook.com/macorpcatltd/photos/pcb.2345330729082703/2345329299082846/?type=3&theater
https://www.facebook.com/macorpcatltd/photos/pcb.2326469460968830/2326469234302186/?type=3&theater
By: Weneta Pooran
25-June-2019