Our Team

Planning and Development Authority

Governance and Management

The Planning and Development Authority operates under the oversight of a Board of Directors appointed in accordance with the Physical Planning and Development Control Act.

The Board provides strategic direction, determines planning applications, and ensures that the Authority fulfils its statutory mandate.

The Board is supported by a professional team of planners, inspectors, technical officers, and administrative staff who manage day-to-day operations.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Mr. Allen Gilbert

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The Chief Executive Officer oversees day-to-day operations and staff of the PDA. Administers the planning system and ensures compliance with the Act. Institutes, maintains, and reviews planning studies.

Prepares or causes preparation of national and regional development plans. May exercise disciplinary authority over staff under regulations prescribed by the Minister.

Executive Assistant

Ms. Ruella Munro

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The Executive Assistant to the Board supports corporate governance by coordinating Board activities, managing meeting logistics, minutes, board documentation, reporting to the Board of Directors and providing support to the CEO.

Management

Meet the Team

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Mr. Allen Gilbert

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Executive Assistant (EA)

Ms. Ruella Munro

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Chairman

Mr. Kenrick Fullerton

Deputy Chairman

Mr. Kennie John

Executive Secretary

Mr. Marlon Joseph

Director

Mr. Lachaba Joseph

Director

Mr. Kimon Andrews

Director

Mr. Jason Williams

Human Resource Manager

Mrs. Marian Langaine

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Clerical Officer

Ms. Asha Hillaire

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Acting Head of Development Control

Mr. Husent Elcock

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Development Control Officer

Reuben Ross

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Development Control Officer

Frank Mark

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Development Control Officer

Ms. Kelsey Peters

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Development Control Officer

Mr. Roger Davis

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Head of Accounts

Mr. Joah Thomas

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Accounts Officer

Mrs. Crystal Romain

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Accounts Clerk

Ms. Akiel James

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IT Officer

Mr. Keton Baptiste

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Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)

Ms. Janice Lessey

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Senior Front Desk Officer

Ms. Nikisha Belfon

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Junior Front Desk Officer

Ms. Latoynia Paul

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Records Clerk

Wistell Richardson

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Driver

Mr. Josh Bruno

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Acting Head of Compliance

John Doe

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Compliance Officer

Mrs. Carina LeBlanc

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Compliance Officer

Mr. Richie Baptiste

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Compliance Officer

Mr. Quormie Bartholomew

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Compliance Officer

Mr. Devon Clyne

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Compliance Officer

Mr. Jamelah Clyne

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1 Administrative Department

Headed by the Chief Administrative Officer. This department provides governance support to the CEO, public interface, application pre-screening, inquiry management, data entry, fast track management, review tracking, data entry, document logging, application receipt, file management, ESIA cataloguing, secure storage and retrieval.

2 Development Control Department

Headed Head of Development Control. This department manages applications for development, subdivision approvals, and building permits by issuing development permits. Conducts technical reviews and coordinates referrals to partner agencies.

3 Compliance and Enforcement Department

Headed by the Head of Compliance Department. Carries out inspections, monitors, investigates and enforces compliance with planning laws and approval conditions.

4 Accounts Department

Headed by the Head of Accounts: This department manages application fees, financial reporting, budgeting, and revenue administration.

5 Human Resource Department

Headed by the Head of Human Resource Department. This department oversees recruitment, training, staff development, and promotes a professional, service-oriented workplace culture.

6 IT Department

This department manages the organization’s technology infrastructure, including hardware, software, networks, and data security, to ensure operational efficiency.