The Turks and Caicos Islands Government is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Almaida Wilson to the post of District Commissioner on the Island of Salt Cay.
Mrs. Wilson a native of Salt Cay, has dedicated over 30 years to the civil service, having worked with the Turks and Caicos Islands Government from 1977 to 2012. She has served as a member of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force as well as Superintendent of Her Majesty’s Prison for over ten years from 1996 to 2007.
From 2007 to 2010, Mrs. Wilson performed as Deputy Director of the Port Authority before moving on as Assistant Supervisor of Elections from 2010 to 2011. She last served in the capacity of District Commissioner of Salt Cay from 2011 to 2012.
“The area of District Administration being so vital to the management of affairs on the outer islands, I am certain that Mrs. Wilson’s wealth of knowledge and experience and her pride and passion for the island of Salt Cay will ensure that she will do a great job and I wish her all the best”, said Deputy Governor, Anya Williams.
“Being a native of Salt Cay, it not only feels so good to be back home, but to also be doing something so positive for my community”, commented Mrs. Wilson. “Since leaving the civil service in 2012, I note that there have been several changes including the introduction of new District Boards to the islands, but I look forward to working with the board to make changes and to make Salt Cay the best place that it can be. Look out for great things from Salt Cay!”