Police Civilian Oversight Authority Jamaica

The PCOA is tasked to assist in the transformation of the Jamaica Constabulary Force. To achieve this end, the PCOA will:
1.

The PCOA is committed to assisting the transformation of the Jamaica Constabulary Force into a highly motivated professional, disciplined and service oriented Police Service that works in close community partnership built on openness, equity, trust and accountability. Monitor the implementation of policy relating
to the Force and its auxiliary
2. Monitor the standard of performance of the

23/05/2026

Role Switch Day just got real 👀

Staff officially selected their Role Switch Day positions… at random! From leadership roles to support staff duties, the reactions said it all 😂

Now the countdown begins. Stay tuned for Role Switch Day at PCOA! 🔄

20/05/2026

One team. Different roles. New perspective. 👏

Staff got a surprise announcement that Role Switch Day is coming to PCOA! From leadership to support staff, everyone will have the opportunity to step into a different role for the day.

Stay tuned! 👀

Photos from Police Civilian Oversight Authority Jamaica's post

15/05/2026

Flashback Friday: This Week in PCOA History ⏪

Revisiting impactful moments from this same week over the years.

📍 Slide 1: May 12, 2025 – Staff participating in activities during our Emotional Intelligence Training.

📍 Slide 2: May 14, 2025 – The PCOA Women’s Association accepting their award after defeating the Men’s Association in the PCOA Challenge Quiz. (Their bragging rights tenure has now ended 😄)

📍 Slide 3: May 15, 2024 – TOPS Sensitisation in Area 2, Portland Division.

📍 Slide 4: May 15, 2025 – Child’s Month activities saw the PCOA team visit Steven James Infant School in Duncans, Trelawny, to present our colouring books.

13/05/2026

Let’s Clear This Up 👇

The misconception is that the PCOA is subordinate to the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF)—but that is not the case.

The PCOA is an independent agency that falls under the Ministry of National Security and Peace, with a mandate to provide oversight of the JCF through timely, transparent, and effective monitoring processes that drive accountability and culture change.

💬 Have questions? Ask us below.

08/05/2026

Behind the scenes at the LET’S Talk Podcast 🎙️

Our CEO, Otarah Byfield, joined the conversation for an insightful discussion. Stay tuned!

06/05/2026

Yesterday, in observance of Read Across Jamaica Day under the theme “Literacy Resilience: Foundation of National Building,” the PCOA, represented by CEO Otarah Byfield Nugent and Administrative Assistant Acacia Brown, spent time reading with students at Dunrobin Primary School.

Empowering young minds through literacy.

01/05/2026

Ever wondered what a day looks like for an Inspection and Monitoring Officer at the PCOA? 👀

Here’s a quick sneak peek! From reviewing inspection findings to preparing reports, every step helps ensure the proper implementation of the JCF policies, standards, and procedures.

24/04/2026

Flashback to last Friday at St. Andrew High School for Girls 🎥

Students participated in a quick “This or That” segment, sharing their perspectives through light and engaging choices.

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Location

Kingston

Telephone

+18767547993

Website

http://www.pcoa.gov.jm/

Address

5A West Avenue, Kingston Gardens, Kingston CSO
Kingston

Opening Hours

Monday	08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:30 - 17:00
Thursday	08:30 - 17:00
Friday	08:30 - 16:00