THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL’S
PROGRAMME FOR
EXCELLENCE
“Honouring What Is Right About Jamaica”
Sponsored by:
Governor-General’s Programme For Excellence
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GOVERNANCE AND ADMINISTRATION ..................................................................................................................... 3
Person(s) Responsible For Governance: ................................................................................................................................ 3
Person(s) Responsible for Administration:............................................................................................................................ 3
GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................................... 4
ELIGIBILITY ......................................................................................................................................................................... 4
SELECTION CRITERIA ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
AWARD CATEGORY: Age Group 18 – 24 Years ...................................................................................................................... 5
AWARD CATEGORY: Age Group 25 – 35 Years ...................................................................................................................... 5
AWARD CATEGORY: Age Group Over 35 Years ..................................................................................................................... 6
APPLICATION FORMS ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
APPENDIX 1: Award For Excellence Application Form – Age Group 18 – 24 Years ............... Error! Bookmark not defined.
APPENDIX 2: Award For Excellence Application Form – Age Group 25 – 35 Years ............... Error! Bookmark not defined.
APPENDIX 3: Award For Excellence Application Form – Age Group Over 35 Years .............. Error! Bookmark not defined.
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GOVERNANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
The Governor-General’s Programme For Excellence is governed by an Advisory Board comprised of:
Person(s) Responsible For Governance:
1. His Excellency The Most Honourable Sir Patrick L. Allen ON, GCMG, CD
Governor-General of Jamaica
Chairman
2. Five (5) Major Sponsors
One (1) Representative each from:
 The Gleaner Company
 Jamaica National Building Society
 Victoria Mutual Building Society
 Scotia Building Society
 Jamaica Broilers Group of Companies
3. Three (3) Custodes
4. Five (5) Resource Persons
(Persons Named by His Excellency)
5. The National Coordinator
Secretary
Person(s) Responsible for Administration:
1. Major (Ret’d) Effiom B. Whyte, JP
National Coordinator
Governor-General’s Programme For Excellence
Email Contact: [email protected]
2. Ms. Quantessa Graham
Project Officer
I Believe Initiative (IBI)
Email Contact: [email protected]
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GENERAL INFORMATION
The selection committee, comprised of members of the Parish Committee will independently review all
nominations to ensure they meet the selection standards and eligibility criteria for the Governor-General’s
Achievement Awards.
Being nominated does NOT guarantee that a candidate will receive an award. The committee will rank the
nominees, and decide on the final award determinations.
To assist the parish committee it is important that the proposer give full details of the nominee.
ELIGIBILITY
To be eligible, a candidate must be:
 A Jamaican Citizen
 Between the ages 18 – 24 years or 25 – 35 years or over 35 years
 Be the holder of a First Degree or at least be enrolled in a programme at the time of applying. Students must
also be in good standing academically.
Persons who have been the recipient of a National Award are not eligible to be considered for an award
in the Governor-General’s Programme of Excellence.
SELECTION CRITERIA
The Selection Criteria focus on ‘Family’, ‘Youth’, ‘Education’ and their impact on ‘Community’. They also
emphasize ‘Creativity’, ‘Originality’, ‘Initiative’, and ‘Sustained Accomplishment’.
Two (2) Letters of Recommendation attesting to the personal character and commitment of the nominee are
required from:
 Clergy
 Justice of the Peace
 School Administrator
 Police Officer ranked Inspector and above.
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AWARD CATEGORY: Age Group 18 – 24 Years
The Awards will be given to recipients who demonstrate exceptional merit without regard to
financial need.
The emphasis for award selection includes:
•
Active and significant service towards the betterment of community
•
Leadership and the ability to motivate others
•
Strong family values
•
An interest in innovation
•
Solid academic performance
AWARD CATEGORY: Age Group 25 – 35 Years
Also referred to as ‘Young Adults’:
•
Candidates for Young Adult Awards of Excellence must have completed or be enrolled in a
course of study.
•
Demonstrated positive and verifiable service to the community; academic achievement;
•
Demonstrated capacity for leadership and ability to motivate others; and demonstrated
interest in innovation.
•
The person's achievement must have been made in the public interest
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Initiative or volunteer activities have had a positive effect on a significant number of members
of the local community.
•
Contributions and achievement must have been made while the individual was acting as a
private citizen, not as an appointed or elected government official
•
Contributions to the community must have been undertaken outside of the person's normal
work assignment.
•
Achievements and contributions must be of a not for profit nature
•
Achievements and contributions must have taken place within the last five (5) years.
The Awards will be given to recipients who demonstrate exceptional merit without regard to
financial need. The emphasis for the selection process includes:
 Active and significant service towards
the betterment of community
 Leadership and the ability to motivate
others
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 Strong family values
 An interest in innovation
 Solid academic performance
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AWARD CATEGORY: Age Group Over 35 Years
The Awards will be given to recipients who demonstrate exceptional merit without regard to
financial need.
The emphasis for award selection includes:
•
Active and significant service towards the betterment of community
•
Leadership and the ability to motivate others
•
Strong family values
More specifically, the Candidate must have:
•
Demonstrated capacity for leadership and ability to motivate others.
•
Demonstrated positive and verifiable service to the community; academic achievement; and
strong family values.
•
Contributed to the community outside of the person’s normal work assignment.
•
Initiative or volunteer activities have had a positive effect on a significant number of members
of the local community.
APPLICATION FORMS
A candidate’s application MUST include the following:
 Personal and Contact Information
 Confirmation of eligibility
 Education history
 Community service that has been given.
 A description of extra-curricular involvement.
Additional requirements include:
 An essay [*Refer to Addendum per Age Category]
 Resume
 Character References
 Transcripts or Original Certificates
In addition, persons are invited to provide information on how they learned about the programme.
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YOUTH AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE APPLICATION FORM
Award Category: Age Group 18 – 24 Years
PERSONAL DATA: Please enter your family name and given name(s) exactly as it appears on you Birth Certificate.
Candidate’s Full name:
(Mr. /Mrs./Miss)
Mailing Address:
Phone Contact:
Email Address:
Nationality:
TRN Number:
Place of Birth:
Date of Birth:
DD / MM / YYYY
ALTERNATE CONTACT:
Next of Kin’s Full Name:
Address:
Phone Contact Number:
Email Address:
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS:
SCHOOLS ATTENDED
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DATES ATTENDED
CERTIFICATION / AWARD
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If currently enrolled in a programme of study please indicate the following:
Graduation Date:
Certificate/Degree Conferred:
SECONDARY INSTITUTION: List Extra-curricular activities you have participated in such as clubs, athletics, etc.
ACTIVITIES
DATES
AWARDS / OTHER RECOGNITION
SECONDARY/CAREER PLANS: (where applicable)
LIST CAREER INTEREST(S):
EXPLAIN REASON FOR CHOICE(S)
DESCRIBE YOUR SECONDARY PROGRAMME.
EXPLAIN REASON(S) FOR PROGRAMME OF STUDY
Describe your transition into secondary studies and what you have learned about yourself in the process.
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EMPLOYMENT/CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION:
List all jobs/co-op placements you have held beginning with the most recent.
JOB / CO-OP PLACEMENT TITLE
DATES
COMMUNITY SERVICE: List Community Service activities in which you have participated as a volunteer.
Activities
Time Commitment / Responsibilities
Period of Service (MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY)
OTHER ACTIVITIES: List other activities in which you have participated that are not school or service related.
Activities
Time Commitment / Responsibilities
Period of Service (MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY)
PROGRAMME REACH: How did you learn about the Governor-General’s Programme for Excellence Youth Awards?
 Former Award Recipient
 Friend or Family Member
 King’s House Website
 Internet
 Radio
 Newspaper Article
 School Forum / Office
 Community Fair / Parish Office
 Other (please specify)
I hereby declare that the information provided here is true. Further, I understand that information found by the
selection committee to be untrue will disqualify me from participation in the programme indefinitely.
Applicant’s Signature
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PROPOSER’S INFORMATION:
Full name:
Relationship to Nominee:
Occupation:
Mailing Address:
Contact Numbers:
Email Address:
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
 Application Form Received
 Certified Pictures Received
 Original Certificates / Transcripts Received
 Character References Received
 Character References Verified
 Application Registered with National Coordinator (KH)
 Candidate Selected for Interview
 Candidate’s Interview Completed
 Special Notation:
Checked by (Print Name):
Signature:
Position Title:
Date:
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AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE APPLICATION FORM
Award Category: Age Group 25 – 35 Years
PERSONAL DATA: Please enter your family name and given name(s) exactly as it appears on you Birth Certificate.
Candidate’s Full name:
(Mr. /Mrs./Miss)
Mailing Address:
Phone Contact:
Email Address:
Nationality:
TRN Number:
Place of Birth:
Date of Birth:
DD / MM / YYYY
ALTERNATE CONTACT:
Next of Kin’s Full Name:
Address:
Phone Contact Number:
Email Address:
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS:
SCHOOLS ATTENDED
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CERTIFICATION / AWARD
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Governor-General’s Programme For Excellence
If currently enrolled in a programme of study please indicate the following:
Graduation Date:
Certificate/Degree Conferred:
SECONDARY / POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTION:
List Extra-curricular activities you have participated in such as clubs, athletics, etc.
ACTIVITIES
DATES
AWARDS / OTHER RECOGNITION
POST-SECONDARY/CAREER PLANS: (where applicable)
LIST CAREER INTEREST(S):
EXPLAIN REASON FOR CHOICE(S)
DESCRIBE YOUR SECONDARY PROGRAMME.
EXPLAIN REASON(S) FOR PROGRAMME OF STUDY
Describe your transition into secondary studies and what you have learned about yourself in the process.
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EMPLOYMENT/CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION:
List all jobs/co-op placements you have held beginning with the most recent.
JOB / CO-OP PLACEMENT TITLE
DATES
COMMUNITY SERVICE: List Community Service activities in which you have participated as a volunteer.
Activities
Time Commitment /
Responsibilities
Period of Service (MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY)
OTHER ACTIVITIES: List other activities in which you have participated that are not school or service related.
Activities
Employer Job / Type of Work
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Time Commitment / Responsibilities
Time Period
(MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY)
Period of Service
(MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY)
Hours Per Week
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LEADERSHIP ROLE(S): List the three (3) most important activities in which you took a leadership role.
Service Activity / Organization
Position Held
Responsibilities
1.
2.
3.
For each Service Activity / Organization above, why it was important for you to assume the responsibility of leader.
1.
2.
3.
Using one or two specific examples from the leadership experiences listed above, describe how your successes and
failures have contributed to your development as a leader.
PROGRAMME REACH: How did you learn about the Governor-General’s Programme For Excellence Awards?
 Former Award Recipient
 Friend or Family Member
 King’s House Website
 Internet
 Radio
 Newspaper Article
 School Forum / Office
 Community Fair / Parish Office
 Other (please specify)
I hereby declare that the information provided here is true. Further, I understand that information found by the
selection committee to be untrue will disqualify me from participation in the programme indefinitely.
Applicant’s Signature
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PROPOSER’S INFORMATION:
Full name:
Relationship to Nominee:
Occupation:
Mailing Address:
Contact Numbers:
Email Address:
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
 Application Form Received
 Certified Pictures Received
 Original Certificates / Transcripts Received
 Character References Received
 Character References Verified
 Application Registered with National Coordinator (KH)
 Candidate Selected for Interview
 Candidate’s Interview Completed
 Special Notation:
Checked by (Print Name):
Signature:
Position Title:
Date:
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AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE APPLICATION FORM
Award Category: Age Group Over 35 Years
PERSONAL DATA: Please enter your family name and given name(s) exactly as it appears on you Birth Certificate.
Candidate’s Full name:
(Mr. /Mrs./Miss)
Mailing Address:
Phone Contact:
Email Address:
Nationality:
TRN Number:
Place of Birth:
Date of Birth:
DD / MM / YYYY
ALTERNATE CONTACT:
Next of Kin’s Full Name:
Address:
Phone Contact Number:
Email Address:
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS:
SCHOOLS ATTENDED
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CERTIFICATION / AWARD
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EMPLOYMENT/CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION:
List all jobs/co-op placements you have held beginning with the most recent.
JOB / CO-OP PLACEMENT TITLE
DATES
COMMUNITY SERVICE: List Community Service activities in which you have participated as a volunteer.
Activities
Time Commitment /
Responsibilities
Period of Service (MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY)
OTHER ACTIVITIES: List other activities in which you have participated that are not school or service related.
Activities
Employer Job / Type of Work
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Time Commitment / Responsibilities
Time Period
(MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY)
Period of Service
(MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY)
Hours Per Week
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LEADERSHIP ROLE(S): List the three (3) most important activities in which you took a leadership role.
Service Activity / Organization
Position Held
Responsibilities
4.
5.
6.
For each Service Activity / Organization above, why it was important for you to assume the responsibility of leader.
4.
5.
6.
Using one or two specific examples from the leadership experiences listed above, describe how your successes and
failures have contributed to your development as a leader.
PROGRAMME REACH: How did you learn about the Governor-General’s Programme For Excellence Awards?
 Former Award Recipient
 Friend or Family Member
 King’s House Website
 Internet
 Radio
 Newspaper Article
 School Forum / Office
 Community Fair / Parish Office
 Other (please specify)
I hereby declare that the information provided here is true. Further, I understand that information found by the
selection committee to be untrue will disqualify me from participation in the programme indefinitely.
Applicant’s Signature
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PROPOSER’S INFORMATION:
Full name:
Relationship to Nominee:
Occupation:
Mailing Address:
Contact Numbers:
Email Address:
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
 Application Form Received
 Certified Pictures Received
 Original Certificates / Transcripts Received
 Character References Received
 Character References Verified
 Application Registered with National Coordinator (KH)
 Candidate Selected for Interview
 Candidate’s Interview Completed
 Special Notation:
Checked by (Print Name):
Signature:
Position Title:
Date:
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