Deputy Chief of Party/Technical Advisor (Universal Health Care Project)

The Organisation

Plan International Pilipinas Foundation Inc. is a local non-government, non-religious, and non-political development and humanitarian organization committed to enabling children to live free of poverty, violence, inequality, and injustice.

We are committed to gender equality and actively work with and engage children, communities, other people, and institutions in addressing the root causes of poverty and gender inequality. We support children and young people, especially the most vulnerable, to build the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We focus on girls, young women, and other marginalized groups so that they can improve their well-being and achieve their full potential.

Join our mission to improve the health and well-being of Filipinos.

We're seeking a dedicated Deputy Chief of Party/Technical Director to lead our upcoming USAID-funded project focused on Family Planning/Adolescent Reproductive Health in the Philippines. As a key member of our team, you'll play a vital role in driving positive change and ensuring the project's strategic, programmatic, technical, and financial success.

Your Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Provide visionary guidance and implement effective strategies to achieve project goals.
• Technical Expertise: Ensure program implementation aligns with best practices and complies with regulations.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee administrative functions, budgeting, and financial management.
• Collaboration and Partnership: Build strong relationships with government agencies, healthcare providers, and communities.
• Capacity Building: Empower local partners and individuals to deliver high-quality health services.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in public health, family planning, health systems strengthening, or related field.
• At least 9 years of experience in Family Planning/Adolescent Reproductive Health programs in the Philippines.
• Proven ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, donors, and the private sector.
• In-depth understanding of USAID regulations and experience working on USAID-funded projects.
• Strong knowledge of the Philippine health system and gaps in Family Planning/Adolescent Reproductive Health services.
• Proven track record of leading and managing multi-sectoral teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including fluency in English.

*Disclaimer: This position is contingent upon award from the donor. All qualified persons are strongly encouraged to apply.

Base Location: Makati City

Type of Role: Project - based

Reports to: Chief of Party

Flexible working arrangements available

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.