Radio Jamaica Announces Boardroom Changes

Radio Jamaica Limited, the parent company in the RJR/GLEANER Communications Group, says it has made the deputy chief executive officer, DCEO, and chief people officer, CPO, positions in its executive structure redundant.

The move took effect from Tuesday, October 1, 2024.

In a statement, Radio Jamaica noted that the move was part of an overall change to its operating model and an ongoing operations review to improve efficiency in its business.

It says the decision means that DCEO for Broadcast and Content Strategy, Dr. Claire Grant, and CPO, Tanya Smith-Anderson will both leave the group.

Radio Jamaica says the position of DCEO for Print and Digital Strategy has been vacant since January and will be eliminated going forward.

Chief executive officer, Anthony Smith, in making the announcement thanked Dr. Grant and Mrs. Smith-Anderson each for their more than 15 years of service to the group, noting that their contributions over the years have helped build the organisation.

He says the changes are an important part of ongoing efforts to transform the group, making it more efficient, agile and profitable, while maintaining strong performance in the various media segments.

Smith says the current changes are designed to flatten the organisation structure, bringing the organisation closer to its audiences and advertisers, while saving cost.

Smith asserted that the RJR/GLEANER Communications Group remains committed to adapting to the changing market environment, while working closely with advertisers and other stakeholders.