Jesus Jeffrey Grapa
Brigadier General Jesus Jeffrey F. Grapa | |
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| Born | July 8, 1969 Philippines |
| Allegiance |  Philippines |
| Branch | Template:Country data Philippine |
| Years of service | 1992–present |
| Rank |  Brigadier General |
| Commands held | Deputy Commander, Army Support Command (ASCOM) Chief, Army Ordnance and Chemical Service (ACOCS) Commander, 1st Logistics Support Group Logistics Officer, AFP General Headquarters Platoon Leader, 6th Infantry "Kampilan" Division |
| Spouse(s) | Lorelie Ping-ay Grapa |
| Relations | Jose Ping-ay (father in-law) |
Brigadier General Jesus Jeffrey F. Grapa is a senior officer in the Philippine Army and currently serves as the Deputy Commander of the Army Support Command (ASCOM). He is widely recognized for his contributions to ordnance modernization, logistics interoperability, and support operations across the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP).
Early life and education
Grapa graduated from the Philippine Military Academy Tanglaw-Diwa Class of 1992. Dedicated to professional development, he earned three master's degrees:
- Master of Management Studies in Logistics – University of New South Wales
- Master of Management Studies in Business Program Management – University of New South Wales
- Master's in Public Management – Development Academy of the Philippines
Military career
Grapa began his service as a platoon leader in the 6th Infantry "Kampilan" Division. He rose through the ranks, eventually shifting into logistics and support operations, where he held major commands.
In September 2022, he was appointed as the Army Chief of Ordnance and Chemical Service (ACOCS), replacing Col. Fernando B. Dulawan.[1]
As Chief of ACOCS, Grapa played a leading role in the Philippine–U.S. Logistics Subject Matter Expert Exchange (LOGSMEE) in July 2022, fostering interoperability and strengthening support systems between the two forces.[2]
In August 2024, he was designated as Deputy Commander of the Army Support Command, succeeding BGen Arnel José J. Morada.[3]
His promotion Brigadier General was confirmed by the Commission on Appointments during a plenary session on 4 September 2024.[4]
Legacy
A respected leader in logistics and ordnance, Grapa is recognized for helping modernize logistics operations and building critical partnerships that have enhanced the Philippine Army’s operational readiness.
See also
References
- ↑ "Army installs new Chief of Ordnance and Chemical Service". Philippine Army. 7 September 2022.
- ↑ "PA, U.S. Army Pacific strengthen logistics support interoperability". Philippine Army. 28 July 2022.
- ↑ "PA installs new Deputy Commander of ASCOM". Govern1. 23 August 2024.
- ↑ "CA confirms appointment of 42 AFP generals, senior officers". Manila Bulletin. 4 September 2024.
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