Her Honour Hyleeta Liburd OBEMH | |
|---|---|
| Deputy Governor-General for Nevis | |
| Assumed office 1 September 2018 | |
| Monarchs | Elizabeth II Charles III |
| Governors-General | Tapley Seaton Marcella Liburd |
| Premier | Mark Brantley |
| Preceded by | Marjorie Morton |
Hyleeta LiburdOBEMH (also speltHyleta Liburd) is aNevisian public servant who is the currentDeputy Governor-General for Nevis, having served in the role since September 2018.
Prior to becoming Deputy Governor-General, Liburd had worked in education for thirty nine years in various different roles, including as a classroom teacher, principal education officer, education officer, and a headteacher.[1] In 2014, she was awarded aNevis Island Administration Independence Award for her contributions to education.[2]
In August 2018, Liburd was announced as the newDeputy Governor-General for Nevis, being sworn in on 31 August 2018 and taking office on 1 September 2018, succeeding acting Deputy Governor-GeneralMarjorie Morton.[3][2] Liburd is the second woman to hold the position, with her predecessor, Morton being the first woman to ever assume the duties of Deputy Governor-General (in an acting capacity).[4] In the2020 New Year Honours, Liburd was awarded anOBE for public service.[5]