Turks & Caicos Association of Office Professionals, Inc is a professional non-profit organization whose membership comprises of Administrative Officers, Executive Officers, Administrative Assistants, Corporate Secretaries, Executive Secretaries, Secretaries and other professions. The Association was founded in 1984 and is affiliated with similar Associations in the Caribbean and the United States of America. Aims and Objectives
Our aim is to develop within the islands and from among its indigenous population, a group of highly trained and motivated office professionals to serve the needs of the country. It follows therefore that the Association is committed to ongoing training and development of its members. The Association continues to improve its programs and policies to achieve its objectives. Each office worker should seek to develop themselves to their fullest potential. Hence being a part of a professional organization shows one’s commitment to excellence as a vital team member within your workplace. Each member brings a fresh dynamic approach to the Association and allows us to focus on substantive activity. Hence we are seeking to develop a membership of diverse careers and backgrounds, one where support, information and skills are combined to making the Association a leader in the business community. To be the acknowledged, recognized voice of the Office Professionals in the Turks & Caicos Islands.
2. To enhance the individual and collective value, image, competence and influence of office professionals in the Turks & Caicos Islands.
3. To encourage and assist with the educational development of office professionals initially and as part of career development.
4. Provide relevant and up-to-date information to association members on the changing trends of business and technology.
5. To provide a forum for the exchange of ideas and practices between all members.
6. Assist with the development of future secretaries.
7. To assist members with job placement opportunities.
8. To affiliate with other organizations in the Caribbean and internationally.
9. Reward members for outstanding professional achievements.
10. To liaise with local tertiary institutions for the development of educational programs for office professionals.