Manager; Coordinator), Hurricane Melissa Relief & Recovery

Position Overview

The Manager (Coordinator), Hurricane Melissa Relief & Recovery will provide strategic leadership, coordination, and oversight of all relief and recovery initiatives in response to Hurricane Melissa. This role will ensure that programs are effectively implemented, funds are responsibly managed, and partnerships are leveraged to deliver high‑impact results for affected communities.

The successful candidate will work closely with local partners, government agencies, donors, and community organizations to guide our clients efforts across its four recovery pillars:
Adopt‑A‑School, Adopt‑A‑Clinic, Adopt‑A‑Village, and Restore Livelihoods in Farming.

• Strategic Leadership & Program Oversight:
  Lead overall design, coordination, and execution of relief and recovery strategy; develop implementation plans and measurable goals; integrate sustainability and community resilience.
• Partnership Management:
  Coordinate with implementing partners (e.g., GEM, Food for the Poor, Breds Foundation, community‑based organizations, and relevant ministries); build strong relationships with local and international stakeholders; participate in coordination meetings with government agencies and disaster management bodies.
• Financial Oversight & Accountability:
  Oversee disbursement of recovery funds, ensure proper documentation and reporting; collaborate with Finance and Grants teams to track budgets, review partner financial reports, and maintain compliance; ensure transparency and adherence to ethical grant‑making and procurement standards.
• Donor & Public Engagement:
  Support the Executive Director in engaging major donors, foundations, and corporate partners; coordinate communications, success stories, and impact reports; represent publicly at meetings, events, and media engagements related to the recovery effort.
• Team Leadership & Coordination:
  Supervise the Relief Coordinator and any support or communications staff; provide technical guidance, mentorship, and oversight; foster collaboration, problem‑solving, and accountability across the recovery team.

• Title:
  
  Manager (Coordinator), Hurricane Melissa Relief & Recovery
• Reports to:
  
  Executive Director
• Location:
  
  Kingston, Jamaica (with travel to affected communities as required)
• Contract Type: 1‑year fixed‑term (renewable based on funding and performance)
• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Other
• Industry: Human Resources Services