| Title | Project Officer |
| Monthly Salary | PhP 35,000.00 – 40,000.000 (gross) |
| Allowances and Benefits | 1. Mandatory government contributions 2. Insurances (life, accident, and health) 3. Sick leave conversion 4. Monthly allowance 5. Annual clothing allowance |
| Duty Station | On-site reporting in Makati, with occasional field work in project sites |
| Deadline for Applications | March 13, 2026 |
BACKGROUND:
Forest Foundation Philippines (doing business as Philippine Tropical Forest Conservation Foundation (PTFCF), Inc.) is a non-stock, non-profit, non-government organization that provides grants and technical assistance to organizations and individuals that empower the people to protect the forests.
The Foundation is currently implementing the Eighth Operational Phase of the GEF Small Grants Programme (SGP8). Building on its over 26 years of successful operations in total over 133 countries, the 8th Operational Phase of the SGP aims “engage local CSOs/CBOs in landscape-seascape approaches across the world, providing them access to knowledge and information, capacitating them through learning-by-doing, skills development, and delivering technical and grant assistance for interventions that enhance wellbeing and socio-economic conditions and generate global environmental benefits.”
Critical benefits will accrue in biodiversity conservation, sustainable natural resource management, climate mitigation and adaptation, multi-stakeholder governance, poverty reduction, waste management, energy access, water security, access and management, human health, gender equality, and others. The interventions will be implemented across focal landscapes in the provinces of Aurora, Quezon, Catanduanes, Surigao del Norte, Cluster 6 River Basin in Northern Samar, and Calamianes Group of Islands in Palawan.
To fulfill the above tasks, the Forest Foundation Philippines is in need of a Project Officer.
JOB SPECIFICATION:
Reporting to the Program Manager, the Project Officer will provide technical support in ensuring timely and effective delivery and implementation of projects and activities in the assigned work areas. The Project Officer will:
Duties and Responsibilities:
Working collaboratively with the Program Manager, the Project Officer will:
- Identify potential partners and stakeholders in the assigned work areas;
- Provide technical guidance to project proponents in the various stages of the project development process;
- Review and evaluate project proposals submitted to the Foundation, and as applicable, recommend actions for adjustments in the design and budget to align with the SGP’s goals and objectives consistent to the Foundation’s mandate;
- Provide support in the development and implementation of the Foundation’s program strategies in the assigned work areas;
- Provide inputs in identifying potential risks and help establish a plan that will mitigate them;
- Ensure optimal monitoring mechanisms for the timely implementation and delivery of quality outputs/results of the projects funded by Forest Foundation;
- As applicable, provide timely, clear, and actionable feedback to the Grantees for the improvements of their projects;
- Maintain and strengthen partnerships and networks with the relevant stakeholders in the landscape;
- Establish effective coordination, monitoring, information sharing, and reporting systems, consistent with the Foundation’s policies and guidelines;
- Submit periodical reports to the Foundation on the status of programs/projects and strategy implementation in the assigned work areas;
- Represent the Foundation in relevant meetings and multi-stakeholder project updating; and
- Perform other duties that may be required by the Executive Director, supervisor, and the Program team of the Foundation.
DURATION AND PLACES OF WORK:
The Project Officer is a fixed term position until October 31, 2028. The engagement may be extended depending on the needs of the Foundation. There will be a 6-month probation period, after which a substantive evaluation will be carried out. The individual contract will be reconfirmed annually by the Executive Director.
The assignment will primarily be based in the Foundation’s office in Makati City, with occasional work in project sites.
COMPENSATION:
The Project Officer will receive a compensation commensurate with his/her qualifications and professional experience. Basic salary will range from PhP 35,000.00 to 40,000.00 (gross) monthly. Benefits will include mandatory government contributions, insurance (life, accident, and health), sick leave conversion, monthly allowance, and clothing allowance.
As an employer, the Foundation offers:
- Clear, engaging, and empowering work assignments
- Dynamic and enabling learning environment
- Transparent and agile performance management
- Collaborative, capable, and sustainable teams and leadership
- Holistic staff well-being initiatives
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
The position requires work that is conceptual and advisorial, in relation to community-based natural resource management. The position also requires substantive coordination and relationship-building with key stakeholders. The applicant should possess the following:
- At least three (3) years of proven practical experiences supporting field-based projects/programs related to any of the following: coastal and marine resources management; coastal and marine protection and restoration; local policy development; capacity development and strengthening of CSOs; partnership-building; sustainable livelihoods or community enterprises; or community organizing particularly with IPs in the assigned work areas;
- An undergraduate degree in a course related to Marine and Coastal Resource Management , Environmental Science, Biodiversity, Natural Resource Management,. A relevant postgraduate degree will be an advantage;
- With a network of local CSOs that work on coastal and marine conservation and natural resource management;
- Fluency in written and spoken local Visayan language(s) relevant to the project area (i.e., Surigaonon and/or Cebuano);
- Strong networking and problem-solving skills;
- Can work independently, but also a team player;
- Able to do work in project sites, interacting with regional, provincial, municipal, and community stakeholders with minimum supervision;
- Excellent communication skills; and
- Genuine commitment to the environment and community.
Technical Competencies:
- Data Analysis
- Gathers, reviews, and interprets data to identify trends, measure performance, and support informed decision-making.
- Program and Project Management
- Plans, coordinates, and monitors activities to ensure programs and projects are delivered on time and aligned with objectives.
- Report Writing
- Develops clear, concise, and well-structured reports to communicate progress, findings, and key recommendations.
Non-Technical Competencies:
- Achieving Excellence
- Demonstrates a strong results orientation, with the ability to plan and organize work effectively. Applies analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to address challenges, while remaining adaptable and resourceful in changing circumstances.
- Working with Others
- Collaborates effectively within teams, builds positive working relationships, and uses clear communication to influence and engage others.
- Living Out Organizational Values
- Practices stewardship by responsibly managing resources and upholding accountability, and consistently demonstrates integrity in words and actions.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Interested applicants are requested to send an application to Alfred Rawlins Villaflor, Human Resource Officer, through arvillaflor@forestfoundation.ph on or before March 13, 2026. Indicate “PROJECT OFFICER” as the subject of the email.
Applicants shall submit the following through email:
- One-page letter of intent, addressed to Atty. Jose Andres A. Canivel, Executive Director;
- Curriculum vitae (3-5 pages only); and
- List of at least three-character references;
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted by the Foundation.