Government of Jamaica

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to some frequently asked questions here. 
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NHT's interview process consists of several steps. Your application is reviewed and if short listed you will go through a phone interview and then an in person interview.

It's best to write one or have one created for you, but you can still apply without one. Where a resume/CV is requested, upload a brief description of your background, experience (with dates of employment), education, and skills. This info is necessary to evaluate candidates. Applications without this information can't be considered.

It's easy! First, search for a job. Once you find the role you're interested in, click the 'Apply Now' button next to the title of the role at the top of the page. Then, follow the directions. 

As a voluntary contributor you should contribute 3% of your gross earnings if you are employed by someone else, or 3% of your income, net business related expenses if you are self-employed.

Yes. Pensioners who desire to contribute to the NHT are allowed to register as Voluntary Contributors.

You can get back your total contributions if you fall in any of the following categories Retirees Invalidity Pensioners Expatriates who are leaving the island Agents/Nominees of deceased contributors This is called Special Contributions Refund (According to Section 22 of the NHT Act).

All contribution refunds to voluntary contributors will be made in Jamaican dollars. Refund payments will be made directly to the contributor or if a mortgage exists, to the contributor’s loan account. In addition, mortgages to voluntary contributors will be transacted in Jamaican currency only.

Persons who qualify for a Special Refund are : Retirees Invalidity pensioners Migrating expatriates Agents of deceased contributors A Special Refund gives you access at one time, to all the contributions you have made to the Trust.

Voluntary contributors will not be charged interest on contribution principal arrears, i.e., contributions due since voluntary registration but not yet paid.

You will be contacted within 3 working days following the submission of your application.

Your first payment is due immediately upon registration. Thereafter, voluntary contributions are due by the last day of every month and must be paid no later than the 15th of the following month.  For example, voluntary contributions for the month of September are due September 30th but must be paid by October 15th to avoid penalties.