Urgent Job Posting: Several Coordinator Roles Needed for Typhoon Gezani Rel at World Central Kitchen

Toamasina, Atsinanana, Madagascar -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Coordination, Logistics, Procurement, Inventory Management, Communication, Leadership, Adaptability, Coaching, Food Safety, Culinary Experience, Catering Experience, Technical Support, Team Management

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Urgent Job Posting: Manager & Coordinator Roles Needed for Typhoon Gezani Relief with World Central Kitchen! World Central Kitchen (WCK) is urgently seeking a dedicated team of local Fixers and Coordinators to support Tropical Cyclone Gezani relief efforts in Madagascar. This critical operation will begin as soon as tomorrow, February 13, 2026, and may last anywhere from two (2) to four (4) weeks, depending on the relief needs. Tropical Cyclone Gezani struck eastern Madagascar on February 11, making landfall near the major port city of Toamasina with extremely violent winds and heavy rain. The storm reached Category 4 strength. Scope of Work: Role: Managerial and Technical Relief Team Start Date: Immediate, starting as soon as tomorrow, Feb 13, 2026 Duration: 2 - 4 weeks Location: Various locations in Madagascar affected by Typhoon Gezani, focused on Toamasina Compensation: Day rates based on experience and role Roles Urgently Needed (In addition to Manual Labor and Forklift Drivers): Warehouse Manager Inventory Admin Coordinator Branding and Bodega Coordinator Rapid Procurement Coordinator Provisions Manager Procurement Admin Utilities Coordinator Electrician Plumber Propane Technician Logistics Manager Duties Could Include: Assist and manage specific functional areas of the relief operation. Maintain clear communication with the Response Manager and coordination team. Ensure efficient and safe execution of all logistical and procurement activities. Provide leadership and coordination for ground teams and technical staff. Duration: Contract term positions with the opportunity for renewal, offering a unique chance to support WCK's responses. Rates: Daily Contract rates are based on experience and location; contract rates are included only when on rotation or activation. Mandatory Requirement: Must be already based and located in Madagascar with working authorization. Bilingual fluency is preferred - French/Malagasy and English. Key Qualities We Are Looking For: Professional culinary or catering experience (high-volume preferred) Strong communication and coaching skills Ability to work respectfully with local teams under pressure Adaptability in fast-paced, resource-limited environments Mission-driven commitment to dignity-centered food relief Preferred Qualifications: Event, catering, or logistics experience Bilingual French/Malagasy and English Knowledge of food safety protocols (HACCP, ServSafe) Experience with Slack, Airtable, Google Workspace Previous disaster or community food response experience Additional Information: Working Conditions: This role requires the ability to work in high-stress, ambiguous environments. Flexibility and adaptability to changing conditions are essential. References and Background Checks: To help ensure the safety of our communities and our teams, our selection process could include reference and background checks, subject to any legal or regulatory requirements. Offers of contract employment at WCK may be contingent upon clear results of a background check. Please note this is not a guarantee of deployment or employment based on your application. Each activation can vary and have different qualifying elements based on immediate need. By proactively joining our talent pool network you will still need to participate in an interview process prior to consideration of deployment. Why Join the Culinary Team? Be a part of a global movement that feeds hope one plate at a time. Work on diverse activations around the world: hurricanes, wildfires, earthquakes, and humanitarian crises. Join a tight knit, mission-driven team where your culinary talent becomes a tool for impact. Learn, grow, and serve communities with dignity and respect. WCK is an ambitious, fast-paced, entrepreneurial organization. Working at WCK often requires long and nontraditional hours. Everyone's role is to directly or indirectly feed people with urgency when disasters strike – even on weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Assist and manage specific functional areas of the relief operation, ensuring the efficient and safe execution of all logistical and procurement activities. Provide leadership and coordination for ground teams and technical staff while maintaining clear communication with the Response Manager and coordination team.