PRESS RELEASE
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY GOVERNOR AND HEAD OF THE PUBLIC SERVICE
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, 22nd, April 2025 – Following the conclusion of an open recruitment process, the Office of the Deputy Governor of the Turks and Caicos Islands is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Tamera Robinson to the post of Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Innovation, Technology and Energy.
Mrs. Howell-Robinson holds an Associate Degree from the College of the Bahamas, a Bachelor’s degree from the University of the West Indies, and a Master’s Degree in Educational leadership from Walden University. She is currently pursuing courses in Artificial Intelligence, Leadership, and Project Management.
Mrs. Howell-Robinson also holds several certifications and professional affiliations, including being a Certified Chartered Director from the Caribbean Governance Training Institute, a Member of both the Caribbean Institute of Directors and the Project Management Institute and a Certified Transformational Coach.
With extensive experience in public service, leadership, health management, and educational policy, Mrs. Howell-Robinson has served as the Deputy Permanent Secretary for the Turks and Caicos Islands Government since 2013. In this role, she oversaw policy and service delivery within the Ministry, collaborating closely with Ministers and other Permanent Secretaries to ensure effective governance and accountability of public funds.
Between 2013 and 2015, she strengthened workforce capacity and led capital projects and procedural developments in the Ministry of Education. From November 2016 to January 2017, Mrs. Howell-Robinson managed staff re-engagement at the National Health Insurance Board (NHIB) to ensure the continuity of services following industrial action. She served as Interim CEO of NHIB from June 2021 to September 2023, managing internal controls, risk oversight, and staff performance. Most recently, since October 2023, she has been leading human resources and financial processes, as well as governance and capacity building, while also focusing on capital projects, contracts management, and staff development initiatives within the Ministry of Health and Human Services between 2015 and 2021.
Earlier in her career, Mrs. Howell-Robinson lectured at the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College and served as Education Officer for Private Schools from 2009 to 2013.
On her appointment, Mrs. Howell-Robinson commented, “I am excited about the appointment and the opportunity to support a new Ministry as Permanent Secretary. My parents were careful to tell me, almost every day while they were here with me, that I am here to help build a nation. I will bring the knowledge and skills that I have acquired to date to this new assignment. Inspired by Daniel, the public servant from the Bible, I am devoted to serving the public sector for the benefit of all.”
H.E. Anya Williams, Deputy Governor and Head of the Public Service extended her heartfelt congratulations, stating, “It gives me great pleasure to extend heartfelt congratulations to Mrs. Tamera Howell-Robinson on her appointment as Permanent Secretary. This esteemed executive role carries significant responsibility, not only in the oversight and management of the Ministry’s operations but also in serving as its Accounting Officer. With over 12 years of experience as Deputy Secretary, alongside numerous certifications and a wealth of knowledge gained during her tenure with the Turks and Caicos Islands Government, I am confident that Mrs. Robinson will excel in this new role.
As she embarks on her first appointment as Permanent Secretary, working alongside the newly appointed Minister of Innovation Hon. E.J. Saunders in establishing this vital new Ministry, I am certain her leadership will be instrumental to its success. I wish Mrs. Robinson every success in this new chapter and look forward to collaborating with her in this new capacity.
Congratulations on your well-deserved promotion, Mrs. Robinson!”
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