Local Representative

• Support data collection efforts by conducting research experiments.
• Support the installation, improvements and maintenance of monitoring equipment
• Coordinate implementation of research activities in Jamaica between our local partners, contractors, and the various departments at The Ocean Cleanup (waste management, analysis & performance, operations etc…)
• Analyse and report results to the various teams
• Regular visits to the Interceptors to monitor barrier performance and operations.
• Collect feedback & take part in project meetings
• Local coordination with Grace Kennedy Foundation, Clean Harbours Jamaica and with the Project Manager based in Rotterdam
• Local representation with partners, contractors and authorities.
• As a representative of The Ocean Cleanup in Jamaica, you ensure the execution of the agreed strategy and accountability to the Ocean Cleanup organization.
• Report on project progress following The Ocean Cleanup internal processes.

• A relevant technical degree (e.g., marine sciences, geomatics…)
• 5-7 years’ of experience in a project coordination role
• Experience of working in Jamaica and understanding of the key players highly desirable
• Fluent in English
• Experience with monitoring, reporting, and evaluation frameworks.
• Enjoys sharing knowledge, communicating key information/findings
• Flexible working hours
• Able to deal with uncertainty, changes in scope and ambiguity
• Able to perform well in a fast-paced and highly challenging environment
• Excellent communicator
• Curious, creative, and hands-on mentality. You can, and you like to execute things yourself.
• Willingness to travel abroad if required

knowledge of Jamaican Patois or local dialects is a plus