LORMEKA MORLEY WILLIAMS
Wheeland,Turks & Caicos Islands
Summary
A results-driven public policy and environmental management professional with over 15 years of experience in government administration, strategic planning, and policy development. Skilled in leading large-scale initiatives, fostering intergovernmental collaborations, and driving sustainable development projects. Adept at overseeing complex programs, financial planning, and stakeholder engagement to enhance organizational growth and operational efficiency. A proven leader with a strong background in legislative drafting, environmental conservation, and public sector governance. Passionate about driving impactful change through policy innovation, strategic planning, and effective leadership.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Permanent Secretary
Office of the Premier and Public Policy
Turks and Caicos Isalnds
08.2023 - Current
- Support the Permanent Secretary and Honourable Premier in the coordination of policy priorities, Cabinet submissions, legislative matters, and cross-ministerial initiatives.
- Coordinate the Legislative Agenda, tracking progress across Ministries and supporting the timely submission of drafting instructions and Cabinet papers.
- Provide strategic advice on public policy, government operations, and programme implementation.
- Oversee the administration of the Financial Assistance Programme for senior citizens over 70, including payment schedules, portal management, and liaison with Treasury.
- Support governance and oversight arrangements for statutory bodies and special projects under the Office of the Premier and Public Policy.
- Coordinate high-level events, ministerial engagements, and stakeholder meetings involving senior officials, dignitaries, and community representatives.
Director
Department of Environment & Coastal Resources,
Providenciales
02.2019 - Current
- Human Resource Management – Managed a team of 42 staff members divided into Protected Areas Management and Enforcement and Research and Development
- Drafted and implemented key policies and legislation such as the Beach and Coastal Vending Ordinance and Beach Access Policy.
- Built partnerships with the local private sector using dynamic engagement strategies
- Drafted a number of policies and legislation the cover climate change adaptation, protected areas management and has brought the Turks and Caicos Islands in line with several international treaties and conventions
- A member of a number of governing boards and committees (Physical Planning and Development, Beach nd Coastal Vending Committee as Chair; Crown Land Advisory Panel as a member)
- Manage international partnerships and projects – Currently, managing projects through the Darwin Plus grant programme, European Union funding through RESEMBID; Conflict, Stability and Security Fund)
Deputy Director
Department of Environment and Coastal Resources
Providenciales
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Government, Human Resource Management – Managed a team of 42 staff members divided into Protected Areas Management and Enforcement and Research and Development
- Built partnerships with the local private sector using dynamic engagement strategies
- Drafted a number of policies and legislation the cover climate change adaptation, protected areas management and has brought the Turks andCaicos Islands in line with several international treaties and conventions
- A member of a number of governing boards and committees (Physical
- Planning and Development, Beach nd Coastal Vending Committee as
- Chair; Crown Land Advisory Panel as a member)
- Manage international partnerships and projects – Currently, managing projects through the Darwin Plus grant programme, European Union funding through RESEMBID; Conflict, Stability and Security Fund)
Support Analyst
United Nations Development Programme - Undp
Kingston, Jamaica
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Manage and coordinate consultant programmes in the Turks and Caicos Islands
- Review Policy documents and provided feedback to enhance final submission
- Coordinated workshops and training sessions with beneficiaries and partners
- Liaison between Stakeholders and the UNDP
- Built partnerships with the local private sector and the UNDP
- Manage Cash for Work Programme, Waste Management Policy Development
- Wrote detailed reports explaining policy actions and impacts.
Director
Turks & Caicos Islands Red Cross
07.2012 - 09.2016
- Built partnerships with the local private sector
- Develop community outreach programmes (youth engagement)
- Develop long term budgets and strategy for the Branch
- Managed staff, financials and key performance indicators to facilitate business operations.
- Recruited, hired and trained employees on operations and performance expectations.
- Planned and implemented strategies to grow revenue.
- Met with stakeholders to address issues and implement solutions.
- Communicated regularly with volunteers, assisting with issues and questions.
- Oriented new volunteers on policies and procedures, introduced staff and provided information guides.
- Managed volunteer database and volunteer service hours for inclusion in monthly and year-end volunteer reports.
Curator
Department Of Environmental and Coastal Resources
Providenciales
01.2010 - 06.2012
- Edit and review Green Pages articles for Times of the Islands Magazine
- Write articles, graphically outline Department Newsletter
- Coordinate scheduled of the maintenance staff and grounds men
- Develop new projects/programmes to increase educational awareness
- Prepare budgets for programmes and for the maintenance of the DECR properties
Science Teacher
Clement Howell High School
Blue Hills
01.2006 - 12.2009
- Coordinated extracurricular activities and developed new programmes (began the CHHS
- Environmental club and the CHHS Plant Nursery)
- Reviewed science curriculum for Junior School
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
Education
Master of Science - Conservation Biology
University of Kent
Canterbury, Kent09.2017
B.Ed - Secondary, Biology
College of The Bahamas
Nassau, Bahamas12.2005
Information Management: Disaster Planning & Recovery Ocean Teacher -
IODE
Oostende, Belgium05.2011
Marine Biology Certificate -
Marine Lab
07.2007
Key Largo -
Grant Writing Certificate -
Department of Environment & Coastal Resources
2015
Postgraduate Diplloma (Law Conversion) PgDL - Law
University of Law
United Kingdom 01.2026 - Current
Skills
- Excellent administration and management skills,
- Including strategic planning, leadership techniques,
- Resource allocation, and coordinating staff
- Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills
- Computer Skills – Proficiency in
- Microsoft Word,
- Microsoft, Excel and Microsoft Access, Quick Books
- Organizational Development
- Contract and Vendor Management
- Strategic Planning
- Problem-Solving
- Financial Reporting
- Budget Management
- Capital Spending
References
- Dr. Jane Hawkridge
Joint Head, International Implementation
jane.hawkridge@jncc.gov.uk
Direct Dial: +44 (0) 1733 866823 | Mobile: +44 (0) 7854 230076
- Mrs. Susan Malcolm
Providenciales
649-231-1281
Interests
- First Aid Trainer of Trainers for the Turks and Caicos Islands Red Cross;
- Secretary of the Turks& Caicos Islands Diabetic Association
- Reading
- Traveling
Timeline
Postgraduate Diplloma (Law Conversion) PgDL - Law
University of Law
01.2026 - Current
Deputy Permanent Secretary
Office of the Premier and Public Policy
08.2023 - Current
Director
Department of Environment & Coastal Resources,
02.2019 - Current
Deputy Director
Department of Environment and Coastal Resources
01.2018 - 02.2019
Support Analyst
United Nations Development Programme - Undp
01.2018 - 04.2018
Director
Turks & Caicos Islands Red Cross
07.2012 - 09.2016
Curator
Department Of Environmental and Coastal Resources
01.2010 - 06.2012
Science Teacher
Clement Howell High School
01.2006 - 12.2009
Master of Science - Conservation Biology
University of Kent
B.Ed - Secondary, Biology
College of The Bahamas
Information Management: Disaster Planning & Recovery Ocean Teacher -
IODE
Marine Biology Certificate -
Marine Lab
Key Largo -
Grant Writing Certificate -
Department of Environment & Coastal Resources