Our Team - Department of Environment

Meet The Team

The Environmental Protection and Management Act, 2019 outlines the work of the Department of Environment. As a result there are several small teams within the DoE that complete the mandate derived through the EPMA. These teams include Technical, Administrative, Nursery, Security and Maintenance. Within those units there are further divisions. Read further to meet our warm and friendly staff.

Management and Leadership Team

Our Management and Leadership Team provides strategic direction and oversight to ensure the effective implementation of environmental policies, programs, and initiatives.

Hon. Molwyn Joseph

Minister of Environment

The Minister of Environment oversees the protection of the nation’s natural resources and the development of policies to combat climate change. They lead efforts in sustainability, waste management, and conservation to ensure a resilient and healthy environment for all citizens.

Mrs. Diann Black-Layne

Director

The Director leads the technical and administrative operations of the department, managing environmental impact assessments and implementing national conservation programs. With responsibility for securing international climate finance and ensuring that departmental activities align with both national laws and global environmental standards.

Mrs.Ruleta Camacho Thomas

Climate Change Amb.

The Ambassador serves as the primary diplomatic link between the nation and the international community, advocating for national interests in global environmental negotiations and treaties. This office focuses on building strategic partnerships with foreign governments and international organizations to advance cross-border sustainability initiatives.

Colin B.S. O’Keiffe, BSc, MSc

Permanent Secretary

Ministry Of Health, Wellness & The Environment Direct Responsibility: Secondary And Tertiary Healthcare & Environmental Affairs. Mr. O’Keiffe is a seasoned public sector leader with a distinguished record of service across several ministries within the Government of Antigua and Barbuda.

Ms. Marsha Joseph

Principal Assistant Secretary (PAS)

The Principal Assistant Secretary liaises with the Permanent Secretary on matters regarding the appointments, promotions, transfers of Established personnel and employment of Non-Established Officers within the Ministry of Health.

Tania Yoder

MUA

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Finn Lutz

Chef

Deborah Villa

Student

Tianna Mays

CEO

The purpose of the SIRF Fund is to provide financing to implement the Environmental Protection and Management Act (2019) in a coordinated, systematic and cost-effective manner.

Learn More About Our History

Read about the Environmental Information Management and Advisory System (EIMAS) and the other ways that environment data and statistics are presented at the DoE.

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Meet The Team

Management and Leadership Team

Hon. Molwyn Joseph

Mrs. Diann Black-Layne

Mrs.Ruleta Camacho Thomas

Colin B.S. O’Keiffe, BSc, MSc

Ms. Marsha Joseph

Tania Yoder

Finn Lutz

Deborah Villa

Tianna Mays

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