TRINIDAD-LABOUR-New director appointed to the ILO Caribbean office.

Zimbabwean national, Joni Musabayana is the newly appointed Director of the ILO Decent Work Team and Office for the Caribbean and will lead the ILO's efforts in promoting social justice, decent work, and inclusive economic growth across 13 Member States and nine non-metropolitan territories in the English-and Dutch-speaking Caribbean.

His appointment took effect today, Sunday October 15 October and he's expected to provide strategic direction to advance the ILO's technical guidance and cooperation through Decent Work Country Programmes and other activities supported though the wider United Nations system serving in the region.

Joni Musabayana, new Director of the ILO Decent Work Team and Office for the Caribbean

'I am honoured to have the opportunity to lead the ILO's work in the Caribbean,' Musabayana said, adding that 'this region is home to vibrant cultures and key sectors set against the backdrop of complex economic, social and environmental vulnerabilities.

'I am eager to work collaboratively with our tripartite constituents and other partners to identify and mobilize opportunities that can achieve social justice and decent work for all,' ILO Director said.

Musabayana's responsibilities will include overseeing the implementation of initiatives tailored to the needs of the Caribbean that will address persistent and emerging challenges in the world of work.

A statement from the ILO announcement of the appointment said 'with a distinguished career spanning over 31 years, Musabayana brings extensive experience and expertise in labour, social development, and international relations.

'He has played a pivotal...