MoU signed for operating of Tuschen Call Centre

Permanent Secretary of the Ministry and Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Sharon Roopchand-Edwards (left), and Justin Nedd of Arrowhead Communications signing the MoU, while Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond observes

The Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce and Arrowhead Communications yesterday signed a Memorandum of Understanding, paving the way for the operation of the Tuschen Call Centre.

A release from the ministry said that over 150 Guyanese are expected to be employed at the facility located in the East Bank Essequibo community. Signing on behalf of the ministry, was Permanent Secretary, Sharon Roopchand-Edwards, while Justin Nedd signed on behalf of Arrowhead Communications. As part of the MoU, Arrowhead Communications has committed to training staff and retrofitting the facility.

After the signing, Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond noted that the Government continues to work towards delivering on its manifesto promise of 50,000 jobs for Guyanese in five years.