The Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) is pleased to announce the secondment of Mr. Jeremy Hodge to the position of Manager – Project Planning and Management, effective Wednesday, 1st October, 2025. Mr. Hodge joins the Agency at a critical juncture in its mission to deliver sustainable development initiatives across the Virgin Islands. His secondment reflects the Agency’s continued commitment to strengthening its internal capacity and enhancing project delivery outcomes while also developing capacity in the public service. Mr. Hodge’s career has been marked by a strong focus on strategic planning, human resource development, and public sector leadership. He has served in various senior roles in the public service including Human Resources Manager at the Ministry of Finance, Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Transportation, Works and Utilities, and most recently as the Director of the Public Works Department (PWD). During his tenure at PWD, Mr. Hodge led multiple small road repair and development projects, which included rebuilding sidewalks, addressing undermined roads and collapsed drains, along with resurfacing and surfacing unpaved roads. He also led the redirecting of the Road Town traffic flow and rebuilt the Parham Town Bridge. Mr. Hodge holds a Graduate Diploma in Management from Manchester University and an Executive Diploma in Management from McKechnie Institute in the United Kingdom. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Human Resources Management from InterAmerican University in Puerto Rico and an Associate of Science in Business Administration from the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College. In his new role at the RDA, Mr. Hodge will assist in leading the planning, coordination and delivery of major development projects, including engaging in the procurement processes, ensuring alignment with national priorities and stakeholder expectations. His efforts are expected to play a key role in advancing the Agency’s strategic objectives and delivering impactful results for the Territory, while ensuring exposure to the Agency’s approach and practices. “We are pleased to welcome Mr. Hodge to the RDA team,” said RDA Chief Executive Officer Mr. Anthony McMaster, “His extensive experience and proven leadership in the public sector will be invaluable as we continue to build a stronger, smarter, greener, and better Virgin Islands.” The RDA looks forward to working with Mr. Hodge and is confident that his secondment will contribute positively to the Agency’s ongoing efforts to support the development of the Virgin Islands, particularly during the RDA’s envisioned transition to the Virgin Islands Development Agency (VIDA). • Photograph of Mr. Jeremy Hodge, the RDA’s Manager for Project Planning and Management – 1st October, 2025 For more information contact: Colene A. Penn Head of Communication Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency T: (284) 440-0040 General Enquiries: communications@bvirecovery.vg Website: www.bvirecovery.vg