Wendell Lewis
San juan
Summary
Dynamic leader with comprehensive expertise in project management and organizational effectiveness within prison systems. Recognized for fostering strategic partnerships and executing impactful policies that align with national security and rehabilitation objectives, significantly improving service delivery and community engagement.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent of Prisons
Trinidad and Tobago Prisons Service
01.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: Participated in the development of the Trinidad and Tobago Prison Service Strategic Plan 2018-2022, aligning institutional goals with national security and rehabilitation priorities.
- Developed the Suicide Prevention Policy for the Youth Transformation and Rehabilitation Centre, promoting mental health awareness, early intervention, and crisis response protocols for at-risk youth.
- Cultivated strategic partnerships with local NGOs, the National Training Agency, and the Special Victims Department to support collaborative initiatives and community-focused programs.
- Implemented targeted staff training programs to address competency gaps among prison officers assigned to the Youth Transformation and Rehabilitation Centre (YTRC), enhancing service delivery and youth engagement.
- Provided strategic leadership to the Health and Safety Team at YTRC, implementing risk mitigation protocols, emergency response procedures, and workplace safety initiatives to safeguard both staff and juvenile residents.
- Participated in the development of the Trinidad and Tobago Prison Service Strategic Plan 2018-2022, aligning institutional goals with national security and rehabilitation priorities.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure secure environment for staff and inmates.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to support community safety initiatives.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously using effective resource planning techniques.
Lecturer of Business Administration
university of the west indies open campus
01.2012 - 07.2014
- Met course and department instructional goals by integrating key competencies into lesson plans.
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
Education
PhD - Criminal Justice
Walden University
09.2025
MBA - Management
Heriot-Watt University
01.2010
B.A. - Management
University of Sunderland
01.2008
Skills
- Program implementation
- Organizational effectiveness
- Leadership and vision
- Community partnership
- Policy development
- Performance improvements
- Relationship building
- Project management
- Policy implementation
- Public speaking
- Community relations
Certification
- Mediation for Mid Level Managers
- Lscmi
- Transformative leadership in the Public Service
- Canadian Army Planning and Execution Course
Accomplishments
- Implemented targeted staff training programs to address competency gaps among prison officers assigned to the Youth Transformation and Rehabilitation Centre (YTRC), enhancing service delivery and youth engagement.
- Provided strategic leadership to the Health and Safety Team at YTRC, implementing risk mitigation protocols, emergency response procedures, and workplace safety initiatives to safeguard both staff and juvenile residents.
Projects
Refurbishment of the YTRC School and Pre-release Dormitory, Trinidad and Tobago, Led a successful refurbishment project for the Youth Training and Rehabilitation Centre (YTRC) School and Pre-Release Dormitory through strategic collaboration with the Rotary Clubs of Diego Martin and St. Augustine, as well as the Lions Club. Transformed these previously dilapidated spaces into trauma-informed, supportive environments designed to foster healing, learning, and positive development for juveniles. This initiative significantly improved the facility's atmosphere, contributing to enhanced rehabilitation outcomes.
Timeline
Superintendent of Prisons
Trinidad and Tobago Prisons Service
01.2021 - Current
Lecturer of Business Administration
university of the west indies open campus
01.2012 - 07.2014
PhD - Criminal Justice
Walden University
MBA - Management
Heriot-Watt University
B.A. - Management
University of Sunderland