About the PSOJ

The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) was established in 1976. It is a national organisation of private sector associations, companies and individuals working together to promote a competitive and productive private sector. The organisation seeks to influence national policy issues of a political, social, or economic nature. The Executive Committee, under guidance from the Council, leads this process by promoting discussions with the country's government, political directorate and the opposition. The Organisation is also in close and constant contact with the major multi-lateral and bi-lateral agencies. By being active in the Organisation, on the Council or any of the committees, companies and individuals can contribute directly to achieving changes that will make Jamaica a better place in which to live and work. One of the primary mandates of the PSOJ is advocacy. The proactive participation of members, through a number of committees, impacts directly on the development of the private sector. The PSOJ continues to make meaningful representation on behalf of the private sector to ensure that its presence and strong voice are always maintained. The founding fathers envisioned a number of key objectives for the PSOJ and these are embodied in the Organisation’s Constitution:

• to provide technical assistance in the form of institutional development and membership development;

• to strengthen the Organisation’s ability to advocate on behalf of its members;

• to capitalise on the benefits of international trade agreements, through the dissemination of timely and accurate information to members;

• to promote close and decisive co-operation between members and interest groups whether locally, regionally or internationally;

• to promote better cooperation between the various elements in the private sector so that maximum productivity can be achieved for the benefit of everyone;

• to ensure that the technical resources and facilities that are available to the country are disseminated to the business sector; and

• to serve as a means of coordinating the resources within the private sector with specific emphasis on economic development.

Our Vision

We are the unifying voice of the private sector working in partnership with the public sector and civil society to achieve the 2030 Vision for Jamaica.

Our Mission

To effectively advocate for the implementation of public policy that enables strong sustainable private sector led economic growth and development.