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  • POSTED: 28th November 2025
    STARTING DATE: As soon as possible
    FULL TIME, JAMAICA

MISSION TO METRICS

The mission of The Ocean Cleanup is to develop advanced technologies to rid the world’s oceans of plastic. We design, develop, and deploy cleanup systems to stop plastic from reaching our oceans by intercepting it in rivers.

THE ASSIGNMENT

We are looking for a Local Representative in Jamaica. As a Local Representative, you will be the main point of contact of The Ocean Cleanup in Jamaica. You are the link between the local partners, the Project Manager & the Central Operations Manager, who are based in the Headquarters in Rotterdam. With your technical background and project management experience you will lead the data collection scope of the project, focused on barrier efficacy and operations in Kingston Harbour, and potentially other locations in Jamaica.
“We are looking for a hands-on mentality colleague with excellent people skills and an eye for detail. Understanding the cultural mentality is a must. You will support our operation and performance monitoring activities by being the boots on the ground and have regular follow up meetings with our colleagues in Rotterdam.”

RESPONSIBILITIES

Support performance monitoring activities of the Interceptors (60%):
  • 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
Support operations of the Interceptors (20%):
  • Regular visits to the Interceptors to monitor barrier performance and operations.
  • Collect feedback & take part in project meetings
Coordination and Representation (20%)
  • 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
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

“Even if you don’t meet every professional qualification listed, we strongly encourage you to apply if you believe you have the right skills, experience, and motivation to contribute to our mission. We recognize that talent and potential come in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and unconventional career paths. If you’re passionate about the work we do and confident in your ability to make an impact, don’t hesitate to submit your application—we’d love to hear from you”
  • A relevant technical degree (e.g., marine sciences, geomatics…)
  • 5 to 7 year s of experience in a project coordination role
  • Experience of working in Jamaica and understanding of the key players highly desirable
  • Fluent in English ; knowledge of Jamaican Patois or local dialects is a plus.
  • Experience with monitoring, reporting, and evaluation frameworks
PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS
  • 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
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
  • Starting date – As soon as possible.
  • Location - Jamaica
  • Conducting a pre-employment check may be part of this recruitment process.
  • At The Ocean Cleanup, we believe we are stronger together, while harnessing the uniqueness each individual brings. That is why we take a fair, equal opportunity, and transparent approach to hiring and welcome special needs requests.

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