JAAP Pays Tribute to Veteran Broadcaster and Honorary Member - 2026
The story of Dervan Malcolm’s relationship with JAAP began on October 5, 2011, when he was conferred as an Honorary Member during the Association’s Annual Awards Banquet and Launch of the LINAC Fund. That evening marked the start of a partnership defined by generosity, mentorship, and an unwavering commitment to the administrative profession. From that moment forward, Mr. Malcolm gave JAAP his microphone — literally and figuratively. As a prominent host on Power 106 FM, he became a champion of the Association’s mission, ensuring that its voice reached the nation. Through his broadcasts, he promoted JAAP’s fundraisers, community programmes, and flagship initiatives, including the LINAC Fund, which provided vital medical equipment to Jamaican hospitals.
Through his broadcasts, he promoted JAAP’s fundraisers, community programmes, and flagship initiatives, including the LINAC Fund, which provided vital medical equipment to Jamaican hospitals. His support extended to the Kingston Chapter’s Administrative Professionals Week celebrations, where he spotlighted worship services, spelling competitions, and public forums, giving national visibility to the contributions of administrative professionals.
But Mr. Malcolm’s impact went beyond the airwaves. He invested his time and expertise in capacity‑building workshops, equipping JAAP members with skills that elevated their confidence and professionalism. His seminars — “The Art of Public Speaking” and “Speech and Diction” — became milestones in the Association’s training calendar, empowering members to communicate with clarity and authority.
Through these efforts, Mr. Malcolm became more than a broadcaster; he was a mentor, a trainer, and a friend to the Association. His partnership strengthened JAAP’s visibility, enriched its professional development programmes, and inspired members to pursue excellence. On October 3, 2026, JAAP joined the nation in mourning his passing. Yet, his legacy remains deeply woven into the fabric of the Association. His voice, his vision, and his generosity will forever be part of JAAP’s history. The Jamaica Association of Administrative Professionals salutes the life and legacy of Dervan Malcolm — broadcaster, trainer, mentor, and Honorary Member.
May his soul rest in eternal peace.
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