Project Officer

The Organisation
Plan International Pilipinas
is a development, humanitarian, child-, youth-, and girl-centered organization, working in the Philippines since 1961.

We strive for a just world, working together with children, young people, supporters, and partners in advancing children's rights and equality for girls.

Join Us in Making a Difference for Children and Youth

Project Officer (Reliever)

Location: Magsaysay, Occidental Mindoro
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Project-Based Role (6 months)
Plan International Pilipinas Foundation Inc. is on a mission to protect children and young people from abuse and exploitation. Through our
"Casting a Wider Net: Systems Approach Against Child Abuse and Exploitation in the Philippines"
project, we are working to strengthen systems that safeguard children from human trafficking, early and forced marriages, and other forms of exploitation.

We are looking for a
passionate, experienced, and committed development professional
to join our team as a
Project Officer (Reliever)
. If you have a heart for community work and a drive to create lasting change for children and youth, this opportunity is for you.

What You'll Do
As a Project Officer (Reliever), you will be at the forefront of community-based implementation. Your role will include:

• Leading community mobilization and capacity-building activities.
• Disseminating information, education, and communication (IEC) materials.
• Coordinating with local government units and community stakeholders.
• Facilitating training sessions on Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (CSEA).
• Monitoring and evaluating project activities using participatory approaches.
• Documenting community stories and project milestones through quality photos and videos.
• Supporting emergency response efforts when needed.

What We're Looking For

• A Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Community Development, Social and Behavioral Sciences, or related fields.
• At least 2 years of experience in community organizing and development.
• Strong background in participatory approaches, especially with children and youth.
• Training in child protection, CSEA, project management, and community development.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Must be a Filipino national and currently based in the Philippines.

Ready to make an impact?
Apply now and be part of a team that's building a better future for every child.

Location: Magsaysay, Occidental Mindoro
Type of Role: Fixed-term (6 months)
Reports to: Project Manager
This role requires fieldwork in the project areas.
Competitive Compensation Package (local T&C)
Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.
We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.
We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls' rights and inclusion.
Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.
A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.