Country Director – Philippines

SOCODEVI is a non-governmental organization that supports and strengthens cooperatives as drivers of sustainable and inclusive socioeconomic development. Our goal is to improve the living conditions of families in the countries where we operate.

Join our team and contribute to leading cooperative projects that will become achievements benefiting poorer populations around the world within an innovative, dynamic, and growing organization!

Location

Manila, Philippines

Mandate

You will assume a leadership role in the program of Philippines, ensuring that daily operations align with and embody SOCODEVI’s mission, objectives, and strategic orientations. Reporting to the Director of International Programming, you will manage staff, oversee projects and program development, ensuring compliance with national laws and donor regulations. While maintaining communication with the Canadian headquarters, you will provide reports on activities, conduct appropriate financial controls, and represent the organization at official meetings and events.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual work plans and budgets, and all required reports.
• Manage work plans and human, material, and financial resources efficiently to achieve results.
• Manage human resources.
• Develop relationships and manage interfaces with government institutions, donors, international institutions, NGOs, and various projects in Philippines and the sub-region contributing to achieving results.
• Apply SOCODEVI standards, procedures, and strategies.
• Coordinate missions of resource persons, member institutions, and/or consultants (Canadian and national).
• Develop policies and operation manuals related to the project’s funding to partners and establish the necessary control and monitoring mechanisms for managing these funds.
• Ensure security management for all SOCODEVI activities in Philippines.
• Develop objectives and provide leadership in business development in Philippines.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in project management, administration, cooperative development, economics, environment, or any other relevant field.
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 5 years of project management/direction and 5 years of on-the-ground experience in Asia.
• Experience in Philippines (an asset).
• Demonstrated skills in project and program management, especially projects funded by Global Affairs Canada.
• Experience in rural development, agriculture, environment, organizational development, cooperative management, and skills transfer.
• Experience and demonstrated ability in representation and business development and partnerships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent proficiency in English, as well as functional knowledge of French.
• Availability for frequent travel in the region.

Employment conditions

• Start date: Sepembre 2024.
• Project’s estimated duration: 7 years.
• International or in-country travel: 35%.
• Accompanied position: Possibility of being accompanied (spouse and children)
• Job offer conditional upon SOCODEVI securing the mandate

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and a great team to work with! Your motivation and related experiences can make all the difference! If you are interested in the position but do not have all the required skills, please still send us your application!

We adhere to principles of fairness in hiring. As with all our positions, we encourage women, Indigenous people, members of visible and ethnic minorities, and people with disabilities to apply.

In accordance with its Code of Conduct, SOCODEVI adopts a Zero Tolerance policy regarding harassment, exploitation, and sexual abuse.

If you are interested, you should send your application to: [email protected]. Given the high number of applications usually received, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.