Operations Officer
CORE-Community Organized Relief Fund
- St. Elizabeth
- See description
- Temporary full-time
- Updated 17/03/2026
CORE seeks a Logistics Officer to support Jamaica's Hurricane Melissa response, managing procurement, logistics, supply chain, and warehouse operations across shelter and debris removal programming.
Introduction
CORE (Community Organized Relief Effort) is a global crisis response organization dedicated to delivering immediate aid and supporting long-term recovery in underserved communities. Our mission is to save lives and strengthen communities affected by or at risk of crisis.
CORE is seeking a Logistics Officer to support the Hurricane Melissa emergency response in Jamaica. This role will be responsible for all operations related tasks – procurement, logistics, supply chain, and warehouse management to ensure efficient and safe delivery of response activities across shelter and debris removal programming.
The Logistics Officer will work closely with the Response Lead, Program Manager, Finance & Administration Officer, and field teams to ensure that supplies, vehicles, and accommodations are in place to support effective operations. The ideal candidate is practical, organized, and able to problem-solve in fast-paced, field-based environments.
This role is based in St. Elizabeth Monday - Friday. Relocation costs not covered.
This role is grant-funded and provides full-time temporary employment through the end of June 2026.
Main Responsibilities
1. Procurement
Identify, vet, and liaise with local and regional vendors to procure materials and services for debris removal and emergency shelter activities, ensuring cost-effectiveness, compliance, and timely availability.
Lead end-to-end procurement processes, including sourcing, comparative quotes, purchase requests, coordination with finance for payment submissions, and adherence to organizational and donor procurement policies.
Coordinate with technical and field teams to verify quality, specifications, and delivery of goods and services, ensuring materials meet operational requirements and are delivered to worksites on schedule.
2. Logistics and Supply Chain
Plan and coordinate day-to-day logistics operations to support program activities, including transportation, asset movement, and supply availability.
Maintain accurate inventory records, including receiving, storage, dispatch, and tracking of supplies and equipment.
Conduct regular inventory checks and ensure readiness of supplies and assets for response operations.
Maintain vendor lists and support relationships with suppliers to ensure continuity of operations
Manage and set-up a warehouse space for shelter rebuild items
3. Fleet & Asset Management
Manage rental vehicle procurement, deployment, tracking, and return, ensuring safe and cost-effective use.
Maintain fleet records, track vehicle utilization, and coordinate maintenance or repairs as needed.
Liaise with rental agencies and service providers to resolve vehicle-related issues and ensure availability.
4. Coordination & Field Support
Serve as a logistics focal point for coordination between field teams, local vendors, and HQ logistics and procurement support.
Support field teams with logistical problem-solving during distributions, shelter repairs, debris removal, and other response activities.
Assist with additional logistics tasks as assigned to support effective response implementation.
Must hold a valid driver’s license and be able to drive as required.
Must work out of program office in Santa Cruz 9am-5pm, Mon – Fri, with possible work in the evenings and weekends in response to emergency and program needs
Occasional travel to Kingston may be required.
Qualifications & Experience
Relevant experience or demonstrated interest in logistics, supply chain, transportation, emergency response, construction, warehousing, or field operations.
A bachelor’s degree is welcomed, such as Logistics / Supply Chain Management, but not required; equivalent professional, vocational, or lived experience is strongly valued.
Commitment to CORE’s mission and humanitarian principles, including safety, accountability, and respect for affected communities.
Willingness to learn CORE systems, logistics procedures, and donor compliance requirements with training and support.
Experience supporting logistics or operational activities such as transportation coordination, inventory tracking, procurement support, or fleet management.
Experience working in fast-paced, field-based, or resource-constrained environments, including emergencies, construction sites, community programs, or seasonal operations.
Experience working with local vendors, service providers, or rental agencies is an asset.
Comfort using basic digital tools (smartphones, messaging apps, spreadsheets, or simple tracking systems) to record and share information.
Prior experience with NGOs, CBOs, government programs, or community initiatives is a plus but not required
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Practical problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing operational needs.
Clear and respectful communication skills when working with teams, vendors, and community members.
Ability to follow procedures, use tracking tools, and meet operational deadlines.
Ability to work independently in the field while coordinating closely with supervisors and teammates.
Reliability, flexibility, and resilience in dynamic or high-pressure environments.
Respect for safety protocols and responsible asset use.
Physical ability to conduct field-based work, including lifting supplies and working outdoors as required.
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive safely.
