Workforce Opportunities & Residency Cayman - WORC

WORC’s Employment Services Unit is coming to DFA District Days to help Caymanian job seekers register on the WORC Jobs Portal.

Join us on Friday, 19 June 2026, from 10:00am–1:00pm at the North Side Civic Centre.

Please bring:
• Valid color government photo ID
• Birth certificate or acknowledgement letter
• Cayman Status Letter or proof of PR with right to work

Take the next step in your job search and get registered!

WORC Online & Payment Portal Experiencing Technical IssuesWORC Online & Payment Portal Experiencing Technical Issues

Workforce Opportunities & Residency Cayman (WORC) wishes to advise the public that its Online Services & Payment Portal is currently experiencing technical issues and will be offline for maintenance from 4:00pm on 12 June 2026.

Persons who successfully made a payment but were unable to complete their application submission, or who believe they were charged twice, are asked to email [email protected] for assistance.

Persons with urgent applications requiring submission are asked to visit the WORC office at 87 Apollo House West, George Town.

WORC apologises for any inconvenience caused and will notify the public once the portal is back online.

The National Workforce Development Committee (NWDC) is inviting employers across the Cayman Islands to participate in a Caymanian Employment Survey, which is designed to better understand employers’ experiences in hiring, developing and retaining Caymanian talent.

Responses will help inform the development of a National Workforce Development Strategy, ensuring that education, training, and employment initiatives are more closely aligned with the needs of the Cayman Islands labour market.

Business owners from all industry sectors are encouraged to participate and share their experiences. The information collected will be anonymous, and responses will be aggregated to prevent identifying information from being determined.

The survey will be available at publicconsultation.gov.ky from 10 June until 24 June 2026.

Read the full release at gov.ky/mcei

🚀 May 2026 Job Market Highlights are in!

The Cayman Islands labour market is buzzing with opportunity, with 2,246 job postings in May and 9,623 postings from January to May 2026. From construction and hospitality to legal, accounting, retail, healthcare, and technology, employers are actively looking for talent across a wide range of industries.

Whether you are just starting out, building your career, or ready for your next big move, now is the time to explore what is available.

Caymanians are encouraged to register and apply through the WORC Jobs Portal today. Your next opportunity could be waiting for you!

Read the full Labour Market Demand Report at: https://my.egov.ky/web/worc/labour-market-demand

An eventful May for WORC’s Employment Services Unit!

The team was out in the community supporting Caymanian employment and career development through a Registration Drive at UCCI, the IMAC Cayman NextGen Insurance Forum, and the CISHRP Annual Conference.

From connecting job seekers with opportunities to engaging with industry partners, the month was all about building pathways, strengthening partnerships, and supporting Cayman’s workforce.

Congratulations to Trinity Griffiths, Customer Care Officer at WORC, on being awarded the Ministry of Caymanian Employment and Immigration’s Chief Officer’s Choice Award for April 2026! 🎉

Trinity was awarded for delivering an outstanding customer experience. She is a dedicated civil servant whose commitment to delivering high-quality, accurate, and customer-focused service consistently shines through in her work.

She is reliable, punctual, focused, and consistently meets deadlines with professionalism and minimal supervision. Trinity keeps the organisation’s mission at the centre of everything she does. She treats everyone with respect, responds promptly to customer needs, and works diligently to achieve positive outcomes.

On behalf of WORC, congratulations, Trinity, on this well-deserved recognition. Thank you for your outstanding contributions, dedication, and continued service. ✨

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Employers are advised that the previously implemented grace period for the new 21-day advertising requirement for work permit applications has been extended until 30 June 2026.

During this extended grace period, Workforce Opportunities and Residency Cayman (WORC) will continue to accept work permit applications that meet the previous 14-day advertising requirements. Jobs will still be required to be advertised on the WORC Jobs Portal.

Applicants and employers are encouraged to review the updated immigration requirements and ensure that all applications are complete, accurate, and supported by the required documentation to avoid delays in processing.

Employers are encouraged to use this extended grace period to prepare for full compliance with the new 21-day advertising requirement to be enforced on 1 July 2026.

🌀 The Atlantic Hurricane Season begins today. Are you ready?

Today, 1 June, marks the official start of the Atlantic Hurricane Season. In the Cayman Islands, hurricanes are not just a possibility, they are a reality we must be prepared to face. That's why readiness isn't a one-time activity; it's a commitment we make every day to protect our families, homes, businesses, and communities.

Preparation is a shared responsibility. The Cayman Islands Government continues to strengthen its communication channels to ensure everyone has access to verified weather updates, emergency warnings, and official shelter information. During an emergency, relying on trusted sources helps prevent the spread of rumours and misinformation, allowing you to make informed decisions with confidence.

Don't wait for a storm to be on the horizon.
📲 Bookmark GOV.KY and follow CIG channels on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X and YouTube
🌐 Visit caymanprepared.ky/hurricanes for hurricane preparedness resources, checklists, alerts, shelter information, and guidance to help you get ready for the 2026 Hurricane Season.

Congratulations to Kera Iton, Training and Development Officer at WORC, on being named the Ministry of Caymanian Employment & Immigration’s Chief Officer Choice and CIG Employee of the Month for March 2026.

Kera was recognised under the Deputy Governor’s Award Programme for Delivering an Outstanding Customer Experience, one of the goals of the Civil Service Strategic Plan. Her recognition reflects her professionalism, dedication and genuine passion for helping others learn, grow and feel supported in their careers.

Known for championing a culture of learning, Kera works collaboratively across teams and partner agencies to create meaningful development opportunities, strengthen staff capability and support initiatives that improve outcomes for WORC and the wider community.

Her colleagues value her as a trusted source of guidance and encouragement, especially when it comes to career and development conversations. Through her work, Kera continues to empower others to build confidence, set goals and pursue their professional growth.

As Kera shared, “Learning is a continuous journey,” and her commitment to supporting that journey is helping to make lives better across the Civil Service.

Well done, Kera, and thank you for your continued service and dedication. 👏

The Caymanian Protection Act (2022 Revision) Immigration Reform Guidebook is now available.

This public education guide provides a high-level summary of key immigration reform changes that commenced on 1 May 2026, including updates to the Right to Be Caymanian, Permanent Residency, work permits, compliance requirements, expedited services, and revised fee structures.

Learn more and access the guidebook at gov.ky/immigrationreform.