By S.Browne. Updated 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, August 6, 2025, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).
The Unicomer Group in the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) has announced the launch of R² – Ready Recruit, an innovative youth career development programme aimed at equipping the next generation with the knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in today’s world of work.
The initiative officially kicked off on 25 July 2025 and is open to young persons aged 16 to 24 who are the children and close family members of employees within the organisation.
Created as part of the company’s commitment to investing in people and communities, R² is designed to bridge the gap between education and employment.
Participants will benefit from a rich and engaging curriculum that blends in-person, online, and hands-on experiences to develop the skills and mindset required to succeed in the workplace.
Key focus areas of the programme include: attitude, character, diversity and cultural awareness, communication and listening, appearance and etiquette, time management, teamwork, critical thinking and problem solving, and personal leadership.
Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion and will be eligible for career opportunities within the company – offering a valuable opportunity for practical exposure and early career momentum.
“This initiative is more than a training programme. It’s a vehicle to give our young people – especially those closest to our team – a supported and empowered start to their careers,” said Bryan Rooplal, OECS Director of Human Capital. “We believe in preparing the future generation, and R² is how we are doing it – by investing in those who will one day lead, serve, and innovate across the region.”
The programme is being rolled out across five islands in the OECS – Antigua, Dominica, Grenada, St Lucia, and St Vincent – and is the first of its kind in the subregion.
Unicomer stated that it will continue to focus on making positive changes in the communities in which it operates, and that R² represents a significant move towards building a stronger, more prepared next generation of leaders
This information was sourced from a press release sent to us by Unicomer St. Vincent.
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