Philippines Country Director

1. Strategic Leadership and Organizational Development

• Lead the development, implementation, and periodic review of the IIRR-Philippines Country Strategy in alignment with IIRR’s global vision and regional priorities.
• Represent the country program at local, national, and regional forums, strengthening IIRR’s visibility and influence.
• Foster a strong organizational culture of performance, learning, inclusion, and accountability.

2. Program Design, Implementation, and Quality Assurance

• Oversee the planning, delivery, monitoring, and evaluation of all programs using the full project cycle management approach.
• Ensure high-quality, evidence-based program design that integrates community input to address IIRR’s priority areas of climate resilience, biodiversity, food systems, education, and community health.
• Promote innovation, adaptive management, and continuous learning across projects.

3. Team Management and Capacity Building

• Recruit, lead, and manage a multidisciplinary team (consisting of on-site and remote staff).
• Conduct regular performance reviews and professional development planning for all staff.
• Identify capacity gaps and ensure appropriate training and mentoring is provided.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and performance-driven work environment.

4. Financial and Operational Oversight

• Ensure sound financial management of country operations, including budgeting, cash flow, compliance, and internal controls.
• Oversee procurement and administration processes to ensure transparency, efficiency, and compliance with donor and organizational policies.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial and narrative reporting to internal and external stakeholders.

5. Resource Mobilization and Donor Engagement

• Lead diversified fundraising efforts by identifying new opportunities, cultivating donor relationships, and overseeing the development of compelling funding proposals.
• Ensure that all proposals and reports align with donor requirements and IIRR quality standards.
• Expand IIRR’s partnerships with NGOs, academic institutions, private sector actors, and government bodies.

6. External Representation and Strategic Partnerships

• Serve as the primary liaison with national and local government agencies, development partners, donors, media, and civil society organizations.
• Advocate for policies and initiatives aligned with IIRR’s strategic priorities and amplify the voices of the rural communities we serve.

7. Risk Management and Compliance

• Ensure adherence to national laws, donor regulations, and IIRR’s global policies (including child protection, safeguarding, fraud prevention, whistleblowing, and data protection).
• Proactively identify and manage risks that may impact operations, reputation, or safety.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Education and Qualifications

Professional Experience

• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive experience in international development, including 5+ years in a senior leadership or country management role.
• Proven track record in managing complex programs in areas such as climate resilience, food systems, education, or rural livelihoods.
• Experience working with diverse donors (e.g., USAID, EU, multilateral agencies, philanthropic foundations).

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinker with the ability to align country operations with broader organizational goals.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills, especially across remote worksites.
• Excellent proposal writing, donor reporting, and communication skills.
• Advanced financial and operational management capabilities.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Strong intercultural sensitivity and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in staffing and programming.

Special Working Conditions

• Frequent travel to project sites and communities across the Philippines, including remote or hardship areas.
• Occasional regional and/or international travel for meetings, conferences, and coordination.
• Flexibility to work extended or irregular hours as required by program demands is essential.

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