Rocky Meade
Rocky Meade is a Jamaican military officer who has transitioned into public service, notably serving as the permanent secretary at the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) in Jamaica. His appointment follows a trend of integrating military leadership into governmental roles, reflecting a broader shift towards militarization in Jamaica's approach to security and governance.
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Among the reasons for the failure of the last committee, or its failure to gain greater public buy-in, was public perception of joint chairmen – Ms Malahoo Forte, and a former chief of defence staff, General Rocky Meade.
Editorial | A new committee | Commentary
Jamaica· 2025-10-03
Ambassador Dr Rocky Meade has called for the integration of cybersecurity education into Jamaica’s school curriculum.
Permanent secretary urges early cybersecurity education in schools | NewsJamaica· 2025-09-30Rocky Meade was previously appointed to the position of Cabinet Secretary but had to decline that position.
The Political Ombudsman needs to swiftly intervene | LettersJamaica· 2025-06-04
Lieutenant General Rocky Meade was appointed as Permanent Secretary at the Office of the Prime Minister.
Militarization or Democracy: Where is Jamaica Heading?
Guyana· 2025-05-05
Rocky Meade was appointed as permanent secretary at the OPM after a failed attempt to push him into the post of cabinet secretary.
Maziki Thame | Militarisation or democracy: Where is Jamaica heading? | In FocusJamaica· 2025-05-04