Project Officer (ACCESS 3 Project)

The Organisation

Plan International Pilipinas is a girl-centered, community-focused non-government organization serving the Philippines for the last 64 years.

We are a newly locally registered foundation connected to 80+ Plan International offices worldwide.

We work with around 7,000 partner communities, or barangays, across the country, delivering programs on PIER (Protection from Violence, Inclusive Health, Education to Economic Empowerment, and Resilience) and Humanitarian

Plan International Pilipinas is looking for a Project Officer to support the implementation of the ECHO-funded ACCESS 3 Project, a humanitarian initiative delivered in partnership with other organizations across the Philippines.

This role will lead the activation of a Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) during disasters and conflict-related emergencies, helping ensure that affected communities receive timely, coordinated, and accountable assistance. When emergencies are not active, the position will support preparedness activities, project implementation, and partner coordination.

What You'll Do

• Lead and coordinate rapid emergency response activities during disasters and conflict-related crises.
• Conduct rapid needs assessments and support response planning for affected communities.
• Work closely with consortium partners, government agencies, LGUs, BARMM ministries, and humanitarian actors.
• Monitor response activities and help ensure quality, timely, and accountable delivery of assistance.
• Prepare situation reports, project updates, and donor reports.
• Support project implementation, monitoring, documentation, and operational coordination.
• Strengthen emergency preparedness through contingency planning, simulations, and readiness activities.

Who We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Community Development, DRRM, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in humanitarian response, emergency preparedness, DRRM, or humanitarian project management.
• Experience conducting rapid needs assessments and supporting emergency response operations.
• Strong coordination experience with government agencies, NGOs, and humanitarian partners.
• Experience working in disaster-affected and/or conflict-affected communities.
• Knowledge of humanitarian standards, safeguarding, protection, gender equality, and accountability principles.
• Experience with donor-funded or consortium projects is an advantage.
• Familiarity with the Mindanao and BARMM context is highly desirable.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in communities affected by disasters and conflict while working alongside local and national humanitarian partners. If you are passionate about emergency response, preparedness, and community resilience, we'd love to hear from you.

Applicants from BARMM and Mindanao, including those with local language skills and strong community connections, are highly encouraged to apply.

Location: Cotabato City

Type of Role: Project-based (until March 2027)

Reports to: Project Coordinator

This role requires field work.

Competitive compensation package (local T&C)

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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.

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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.

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