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Sharon Layne

Clevedale Road, Black Rock

Summary

I am a reliable professional with a wealth of knowledge and extensive experience at the Central Bank of Barbados with a solid background in operational management and planning. With a proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering collaboration among departments. Known for my ability to adapt, reliability and fostering an environment of excellent customer service both internal and external. Committed to consistently delivering measurable results with a strong focus on accountability and integrity.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Currency Officer

Central Bank of Barbados
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
  • Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
  • Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
  • Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.

Senior Operations Officer

Central Bank of Barbados
2021 - Current
  • Implementation of risk management procedures by formulating departmental policies documents aim at improving operations which would enhance output and minimize potential disruptions while safeguarding the banks financial assets.
  • Evaluation of employee performance in alignment with the Bank's strategic objectives.
  • Liaising and communicating with commercial banks, cash-in-transit and other financial institutions to ensure timely delivery of exceptional service and results under tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks in a team orienting environment.
  • Monitored industry trends to stay informed about emerging technologies through training and development that could benefit the department operations.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations and timely completion of projects. This includes working closely with Facilities Management department, Accounts and Security.
  • Managing and supervising the receipt of new notes and coins from the printers and mint. and commercial banks..
  • Championed change management initiatives across the organization, ensuring seamless transitions during periods of transformation.
  • Developed partnerships with key stakeholders, resulting in mutually beneficial opportunities for growth and innovation.
  • Streamlined operational processes by implementing new strategies and technology, resulting in increased efficiency.
  • Mentored junior team members in best practices for operations management, fostering a culture of professional development.
  • Established effective communication channels between departments, fostering collaboration and operational excellence.
  • Design and implemented the reconciliation procedures for the currency section in alignment and conjunction with Internal Audit.
  • Work closely with the External Auditor yearly.
  • Assists with the development of departmental strategic plan & budgetary process.
  • Assist with the preparation of currency forecasts for notes and coins.
  • Assists with the implementation of the Vault Management System (ISA).

Senior Currency Officer

Central Bank of Barbados
2019 - 2021
  • Served as a member of the project team for the redesign of Barbados 2022 polymer banknotes.
  • Serve as the project lead for the design and and successful lunch of the award winning Glow-in-the-Dark one dollar coin.
  • Facilitates daily validation and reconciliation of the RTGS and Tech1 to ensure accuracy and that payment are received within set guidelines from the commercial bank.
  • Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally.
  • supervise and monitor the work of clerical officer and currency officers.
  • Training and Cross-training of staff in areas that are operationally relevant e.g. authentication of banknotes, numismatics, risk management, time management, and emotional intelligence.
  • Organise KYM training programme, authenticated banknotes, monitor and maintain counterfeit statistics, write reports on counterfeit trends, conduct counterfeit training and work closely with the Barbados Police Service in sharing counterfeit statistics.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Studies

Barbados Community College

Diploma - Supervisory Management

UWI

MBA - Banking

Edinburgh Napier University

Skills

  • Task management
  • Technical report writing
  • Strategic development
  • Creative problem-solving
  • Data analysis and reporting

Timeline

Currency Officer

Central Bank of Barbados

Senior Operations Officer

Central Bank of Barbados
2021 - Current

Senior Currency Officer

Central Bank of Barbados
2019 - 2021

Associate of Science - Business Studies

Barbados Community College

Diploma - Supervisory Management

UWI

MBA - Banking

Edinburgh Napier University

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