By Admin. Updated 9:52 a.m., Tuesday, November 28, 2023, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).
The National Insurance Services (NIS) said it has engaged human resource professionals to sensitize them and solicit their views on pension reform,
In a press release, the NIS said it hosted an event on November 15 where it “demonstrated its
commitment to sensitize and solicit the views of its stakeholders on pension reform and the benefits
and services of the NIS, by hosting a Human Resource (HR) Professional Consultation”.
“The consultation provided an interactive platform for the first cohort of HR Professionals to
receive two insightful presentations about the services of the NIS,” the release stated.
Over the last few months, the NIS has been sensitizing the public and gathering feedback on plans to reform pensions.
The NIS said the first presentation, which
looked at the various benefits offered by the NIS, was done by Mrs. Roberta Henry, Chief Risk
Officer at the NIS, along with Ms. Colleen Thomas, Benefits Manager, and Mr. Richard Lewis,
Compliance Manager.
The presentation outlined the types of benefits with focus on old age pension. In addition, the presentation highlighted the required information for contribution, employment injury and registration, the NIS said.
The NIS said the second presentation, which focused on the compelling case for Pension Reform of the National Insurance Fund, was delivered by the Director of the NIS, Mr. Stewart Haynes.
The NIS said Director Haynes outlined the key considerations for Pension Reform as well as the factors affecting the sustainability of the Fund.
The views of the delegates were well-documented to shape the NIS’ reform journey, the state entity said.
According to the press release, during the consultation, Mr. Haynes encouraged HR managers in attendance to establish an HR
professional group. He said that there is need to create a platform where like-minded
professionals can constructively and productively engage in developmental conversation to
strengthen and harness our national human resources. Ultimately, contributing to the development and growth of the private sector.
Mr. Haynes said he was pleased with the representation from the business community which saw representation from over thirty-five (35) businesses. He indicated that this was the first of many consultations with HR professionals and it is the NIS’ intention to support its stakeholders in
navigating the complexities and challenges relating to the delivery of efficacious HR Management
functions in our country, the release said.
The Director said it was imperative to provide a platform for collaboration and knowledge sharing in an effort to strengthen relationships with the business community, the release added.
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