Advisory Committee to the Office on Caribbean Community Affairs - Mayor's Office on Caribbean C[...]

Advisory Committee to the Office on Caribbean Community Affairs - Mayor's Office on Caribbean Community Affairs (MOCCA) Method of Appointment : Appointed by Mayor. Paid : No (all roles are volunteer). Residency Preference : Strong preference for DC residents from all 8 wards. The Mayor's Office on Caribbean Community Affairs (MOCCA) seeks to engage the extraordinarily diverse culture of the Caribbean Diaspora in the District of Columbia. MOCCA advises the Mayor, District Council, and District agencies on the views, needs, and concerns of the Caribbean Diaspora, providing recommendations on District programs and initiatives affecting the Caribbean Diaspora and helping to coordinate programs within the government that promote overall welfare. Responsibilities for the Advisory Committee (ACOCCA) include: Advising on means to encourage enhanced communication between the District government and Caribbean residents of the District. Advising on approaches to develop, stimulate, enhance, or expand engagements between MOCCA and Caribbean residents. Serving as an advocate for Caribbean residents by reviewing and commenting on proposed District laws, regulations, and policies that may affect these communities. Making recommendations to promote greater collaboration and dissemination of information between the District government and Caribbean communities. Advising on issues related to the mission of the Mayor’s Office on Caribbean Community Affairs. Undertaking other duties as assigned by the Mayor or Director of MOCCA. All appointees must be a member of Caribbean communities and a resident of the District of Columbia. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mayor's Office of Talent and Appointments