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CORE is seeking a Global Response Manager – Emergency Response Team to support the design, implementation, and management of humanitarian and emergency response programs globally. This role deploys within 48 hours to disasters and humanitarian crises to establish and lead response programs, manage field teams, and coordinate with local partners, governments, and humanitarian coordination systems. In addition to emergency response leadership, this role will support the management of humanitarian programs across CORE’s portfolio and contribute to strengthening the organization’s operational readiness and response capacity. The Global Response Manager will also play a key role in capacity building and preparedness efforts within CORE’s existing markets and offices in the United States and internationally, helping strengthen locally led response capabilities, operational systems, and program readiness for future crises. Experience The ideal candidate is an experienced humanitarian practitioner with strong field leadership experience, familiarity with international humanitarian coordination systems, and the ability to manage programs and teams in complex environments. Practical field experience in operational response activities—such as debris removal, emergency shelter repair, construction, logistics support, or other hands-on humanitarian response operations—is highly desirable. Main Responsibilities: Emergency & Humanitarian Operations Available for global deployment on short notice (within 48 hours), including to complex emergency environments, to establish and oversee humanitarian response operations. Lead field teams and ensure safe, effective, and accountable program implementation. Conduct rapid needs assessments and support the development of response strategies and operational plans. Coordinate with local governments, NGOs, community-based organizations, and humanitarian coordination mechanisms to ensure integrated response efforts. Support the design and implementation of humanitarian programs including debris removal, emergency shelter repair, cash and voucher assistance (CVA), community recovery initiatives, and other emergency support programs. Manage operational aspects of field programs including staffing, logistics, procurement, and implementation oversight. Program Management Support the planning, implementation, and oversight of humanitarian pr...