Job Summary

The ACCESS Consortium Coordinator serves as the central coordination lead and daily focal point of the ACCESS consortium. Reporting to the HDRP Coordinator of CARE Philippines as the consortium lead, the role ensures effective consortium governance, program quality, donor compliance, and strategic alignment of humanitarian and disaster preparedness actions.

Internally, the Coordinator is accountable to the HDRP Coordinator for overall consortium performance and alignment with CARE Philippines’ humanitarian and disaster resilience priorities Externally, the Coordinator serves as focal point within consortium management structures, working closely with the Project Steering Committee, Consortium Management Team, Technical Advisory Groups, and Support Working Groups to ensure cohesive and high-quality implementation.

Summary of Responsibilities and Tasks

Key Responsibilities

• Consortium Governance & Coordination (25%): Lead the Consortium Management Team, facilitate Steering Committee engagements, and oversee a unified work plan to ensure coherence across all partners.

• Program Quality & Coherence (20%): Uphold humanitarian standards and integrate cross-cutting themes such as gender, protection, climate resilience, and conflict sensitivity across all interventions.

• MEAL, Reporting & Compliance (20%): Oversee robust monitoring systems and lead the production of high-quality narrative and consolidated reports for donors.

• Donor Engagement & Positioning (20%): Serve as the operational liaison with ECHO Manila, lead proposal development, and support strategic positioning for future funding opportunities.

• Partner Implementation Support (10%): Resolve operational bottlenecks and promote mutual accountability and shared ownership among consortium members.

Qualifications

Education:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Development Studies, Humanitarian Action, Disaster Risk Reduction, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Desired: Master’s degree in a related discipline and specialized training in humanitarian standards (Sphere), MEAL systems, or ECHO donor compliance.

Experience & Skills:

• Leadership: 5+ years of professional experience in consortium coordination or multi-partner project implementation.

• Donor Knowledge: Proven ability to manage compliance for institutional donors, preferably ECHO or EU-funded programs.

• Technical Savvy: Experience in adaptive management, humanitarian response, and facilitating knowledge sharing across diverse teams.

• Soft Skills: Advanced proficiency in relationship building, inclusive leadership, and navigating difficult situations with diplomacy and cross-cultural sensitivity.

For complete details, download the Job Description. 

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit the following documents:  

Updated CV and Letter of Intent to: 

The People and Culture Manager

Email: careers.phl@care.org

CARE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We recognize that our strength comes from the different perspectives and backgrounds of our staff. We actively encourage applications from women, people of diverse Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE), and persons with disabilities.

CARE is committed to protecting at-risk adults and children from sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse, as well as from neglect or physical and emotional abuse by any CARE employee or related personnel. CARE has a zero-tolerance policy for any form of abuse. We expect all employees and related personnel to uphold these principles and help create a respectful and supportive environment.

CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. As part of this, we will request information from a candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment.

All employment offers from CARE depend on satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By applying, you confirm that you understand these recruitment procedures.

Job Summary

The Information and Knowledge Management (IKM) Officer systematically maximizes learning from CARE and partners’ contributions and actively facilitates knowledge management across the entire ACCESS project consortium and within CARE’s Humanitarian, Disaster Resilience, and Peacebuilding (HDRP) Unit. This HQ-based role designs and maintains robust IKM processes and tools to effectively capture, organize, share, and utilize valuable programmatic information, lessons learned, and best practices. They ensure knowledge products are stored, accessible, and actively inform current and future programming, fostering continuous improvement and adaptive management across CARE, its partners within the consortium, and the broader HDRP Unit.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• JOB RESPONSIBILITY 1: IKM System Implementation and Maintenance (30% of time)

  • Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive Information and Knowledge Management (IKM) strategy for the ACCESS consortium, ensuring strong alignment with CARE’s global IKM frameworks and the consortium’s overall learning agenda and IKM framework.

  • Design, establish, and manage comprehensive IKM systems, tools, and platforms (e.g., shared drives, online repositories, learning databases) to facilitate efficient storage, retrieval, and dissemination of project documentation, reports, research, and learning products for CARE and the consortium.

  • Develop and standardize Terms of Reference (TORS), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and guidelines for knowledge capture, sharing, and utilization within CARE and.

• JOB RESPONSIBILITY 2: Knowledge Documentation and Product Development (30% of time)

  • Actively capture, synthesize, and package key knowledge, lessons learned, and best practices from CARE’s implementation of the ACCESS project, including from field operations and partner engagements, and contribute to the synthesis of knowledge from across the ACCESS consortium.

  • Produce high-quality knowledge products such as learning briefs, case studies, thematic papers, policy briefs, and synthesis reports that highlight CARE’s achievements, innovations, and challenges within ACCESS, and support the development of joint consortium learning products.

  • Work closely with the MEAL Specialist to ensure that monitoring data, analysis, and evaluation findings are effectively integrated into knowledge products and disseminated to relevant audiences within CARE and the consortium.

• JOB RESPONSIBILITY 3: Learning Facilitation and Knowledge Exchange (15% of time)

  • Facilitate and organize regular learning events, workshops, and communities of practice for the ACCESS Consortium, relevant partners, and CARE’s HDRP Unit staff to encourage knowledge exchange, peer learning, and reflection.

  • Promote cross-learning and sharing within CARE Philippines (across different projects and departments) and actively with ACCESS consortium partners to maximize the value of project insights.

  • Disseminate relevant knowledge products and resources to appropriate internal and external audiences, including key consortium stakeholders and the wider humanitarian community.

• JOB RESPONSIBILITY 4: Quality Assurance of Knowledge Products (10% of time)

  • Provide quality assurance for all knowledge products generated by the ACCESS project and HDRP Unit, ensuring accuracy, clarity, coherence, and adherence to branding and ethical guidelines, and provide support to consortium partners in upholding IKM quality standards.

  • Train and mentor ACCESS project staff, HDRP Unit staff, and key partners on effective knowledge management approaches, tools, and processes, fostering their capacity for documentation, learning, and sharing, with a view towards strengthening consortium-wide IKM capabilities.

  • Collaborate with the Communications and Advocacy Officer to ensure that knowledge products are effectively translated into compelling communication and advocacy materials.

• JOB RESPONSIBILITY 5: Learning Integration for Program and Strategy (10% of time)

  • Contribute key learning and evidence from ACCESS implementation and HDRP Unit initiatives to new proposal development processes, ensuring future interventions are informed by past successes and challenges, and provide learning insights to consortium-level proposal development.

  • Support the overall programmatic, logistic, and financial management by ensuring knowledge about risks, obstacles, and best practices is captured and shared to enhance donor compliance and operational efficiency for both CARE and consortium operations.

  • Actively participate in the MEAL/IM Working Group and other relevant working groups under the consortium arrangement, providing IKM inputs and facilitating learning integration across all consortium members.

  • Support the Consortium Management Team (CMT) and Project Steering Committee (PSC) by providing summarized critical analysis and information derived from project.

• OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES AS ASSIGNED (5% of time)

  • Responsibilities on Safety and Security, Gender and Inclusion and Safeguarding and Child Protection:
  • CARE staff are expected to adhere to Safety & Security responsibilities, emphasizing team and individual accountability to maintain a safe environment. This includes readiness, compliance, and active engagement to mitigate risks through awareness, reporting, and policy enforcement.
  • Gender equality and inclusion are fundamental at CARE, promoting equal rights and challenging discriminatory norms to achieve social justice. We foster an inclusive workplace respecting diverse gender identities, abilities, backgrounds, and experiences through dialogue, training, and diversity initiatives. All CARE staff must uphold ethical standards, following codes of conduct to prevent abuse, including sexual harassment, exploitation, and neglect. Regular monitoring ensures accountability to uphold these principles and support our mission of social justice and poverty alleviation.

Qualifications (Know How)

Education/Training

• Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Science, Library Science, Communications, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Desired

  • Post-graduate degree or specialized certifications in Knowledge Management, Information Systems, or Data Science.

CARE Philippines is looking for a qualified External Evaluator to conduct a comprehensive final evaluation of the BRIDGE Project. Funded by the European Union, this initiative works across Mindanao to strengthen the capacities of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and enhance the participation of women and youth in peacebuilding.

The Opportunity

As the project nears its conclusion on 30 April 2026, the External Evaluator will assess the project’s performance against OECD-DAC criteria (Relevance, Coherence, Effectiveness, Efficiency, Impact, and Sustainability). This evaluation is critical for documenting lessons learned and providing evidence-based recommendations for future peacebuilding programming in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Methodology: Design a mixed-methods approach (qualitative and quantitative) that is conflict-sensitive and gender-responsive.

• Field Data Collection: Conduct Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with stakeholders in Agusan del Sur, Maguindanao del Sur, Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi.

• Analysis: Evaluate the “Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus” framework and the project’s impact on Moro and Lumad communities.

• Reporting: Produce a high-quality Final Evaluation Report, including a summary of findings and actionable recommendations.

Required Qualifications

• Expertise: Minimum of 7 years of experience in conducting evaluations for international development or peacebuilding projects.

• Education: Advanced degree in Social Sciences, Peace and Conflict Studies, International Development, or a related field.

• Contextual Knowledge: Deep understanding of the socio-political context in Mindanao and the Bangsamoro peace process.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in result-based management and various data collection/analysis tools.

Timeline & Deliverables

• Inception Report: Detailed plan and tools due 10 days after contract signing.

• Data Collection: Fieldwork to be completed within the agreed timeframe.

• Draft Evaluation Report: For review by CARE and the BRIDGE Consortium.

• Final Report: Comprehensive final document incorporating all feedback.

Payment Terms

• 30% upon approval of the Inception Report.

• 30% upon submission of the First Draft Report.

• 40% upon approval of the Final Evaluation Report.

Application Procedure

Interested consultants or firms are invited to submit:

• Technical Proposal (max 10 pages) outlining understanding of the assignment, evaluation design and detailed data collection procedures, proposed methodology (including CSC process), refined evaluation questions, and work plan.
• Financial Proposal (with detailed budget).
• CV(s) of key personnel
• Two examples of similar evaluation reports (preferably in peacebuilding or CSO capacity development).

Applications should be sent to: PHL.Procurement@care.org on or before 13 March 2026 with the subject line: “External Evaluation – BRIDGE Project”.

CARE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We recognize that our strength comes from the different perspectives and backgrounds of our staff. We actively encourage applications from women, people of diverse Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE), and persons with disabilities.

CARE is committed to protecting at-risk adults and children from sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse, as well as from neglect or physical and emotional abuse by any CARE employee or related personnel. CARE has a zero-tolerance policy for any form of abuse. We expect all employees and related personnel to uphold these principles and help create a respectful and supportive environment.

CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. As part of this, we will request information from a candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment.

All employment offers from CARE depend on satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By applying, you confirm that you understand these recruitment procedures.

 Location: Rizal Province (Baras, Antipolo, Rodriguez, Taytay, and Cainta)

Location: Bohol, Philippines

Position Type: Full-time, Project-based (1 year) Division: Development Unit

About the Role

CARE Philippines is looking for a detail-oriented and organized Admin and Finance Officer to manage the financial and operational backbone of the Coco RISE Project. This role is unique in that it combines traditional finance and administration with direct support for community-level financial inclusion and digital literacy.

Key Responsibilities

(See attached Job Description for full details.)

• Financial Management & Compliance (30%): Manage project budgets, process payments, and ensure all financial transactions adhere to CARE and donor policies. Prepare accurate financial reports and maintain a robust audit trail for the project.

• Administration, Procurement & Logistics (25%): Oversee office administration, including the procurement of goods and services and the management of project assets. Coordinate logistics for field travel and community activities to ensure smooth project operations.

• Financial Inclusion & Community Support (20%): Support the establishment and strengthening of community savings groups. Assist in implementing digital financial literacy programs to help coconut-farming households access formal financial services and insurance.

• Partner & Sub-award Management (15%): Monitor the financial performance of project partners and sub-grantees. Provide technical assistance to partners to ensure compliance with financial reporting standards and project requirements.

• Safeguarding & Emergency Response (10%): Uphold CARE’s Safeguarding, PSEA, and Child Safeguarding policies in all administrative and financial processes. Remain available for deployment as part of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) during humanitarian crises.

Qualifications

Education:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Desired: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or specialized training in NGO financial management and procurement.

Experience & Skills:

• Professional Experience: At least 3 years of experience in finance and administration, preferably within an NGO or development project setting.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Familiarity with procurement processes and internal control systems.

• Financial Inclusion: Experience or interest in community microfinance, savings groups, or digital financial services is a significant advantage.

• Communication: Excellent organizational skills and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance staff and community partners.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:  

Updated CV and Letter of Intent to: 

The People and Culture Manager

Email: careers.phl@care.org

CARE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We recognize that our strength comes from the different perspectives and backgrounds of our staff. We actively encourage applications from women, people of diverse Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE), and persons with disabilities.

CARE is committed to protecting at-risk adults and children from sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse, as well as from neglect or physical and emotional abuse by any CARE employee or related personnel. CARE has a zero-tolerance policy for any form of abuse. We expect all employees and related personnel to uphold these principles and help create a respectful and supportive environment.

CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. As part of this, we will request information from a candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment.

All employment offers from CARE depend on satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By applying, you confirm that you understand these recruitment procedures.

Location: Bohol, Philippines

Position Type: Full-time, Project-based (1 year) Division: Development Unit

About the Role

CARE Philippines is seeking a dedicated and community-oriented Livelihood Officer to support the implementation of the Coco RISE Project. This role is focused on strengthening the capacities of coconut farmers, driving enterprise development, and ensuring financial inclusion through climate-resilient and market-driven interventions.

As a Livelihood Officer, you will work directly with farming communities to integrate them into sustainable value chains and support the project’s communication and outreach efforts.

Key Responsibilities

(See the attached job description for the full details.)

• Livelihood Implementation & Farmer Capacity Building (30%): Facilitate training and technical support for coconut farmers on climate-smart agriculture and sustainable farming practices. Support the establishment and strengthening of community-based enterprises and farmer groups.

• Value Chain & Market Linkages (25%): Assist in identifying market opportunities and building sustainable linkages between farmer producers and private sector buyers. Support farmers in meeting quality standards and navigating value chain requirements.

• Financial Inclusion & Resource Mobilization (20%): Help farming households access formal financial services, credit, and insurance. Assist community groups in managing savings and internal lending systems to build economic resilience.

• IEC and Communications Support (15%): Support the development and dissemination of Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials. Document field-level activities and success stories to support project visibility and knowledge sharing.

• Safeguarding & Emergency Response (10%): Ensure strict adherence to CARE’s Safeguarding, PSEA, and Child Safeguarding policies in all community engagements. Remain available for deployment as part of CARE Philippines’ Emergency Response Team (ERT) during humanitarian crises.

Qualifications

Education:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field.

• Desired: Specialized training in value chain development, community organizing, or microfinance.

Experience & Skills:

• Community Engagement: At least 3 years of experience in implementing livelihood or rural development projects at the community level.

• Technical Knowledge: Good understanding of coconut production, climate-resilient farming, and local market dynamics in the Philippines.

• Communication: Strong facilitation and interpersonal skills; proficient in English and Filipino (knowledge of local dialects in project areas is an advantage).

• Empowerment Focus: Deep commitment to gender equality and the economic empowerment of marginalized groups.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:  

Updated CV and Letter of Intent to: 

The People and Culture Manager

Email: careers.phl@care.org

CARE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We recognize that our strength comes from the different perspectives and backgrounds of our staff. We actively encourage applications from women, people of diverse Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE), and persons with disabilities.

CARE is committed to protecting at-risk adults and children from sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse, as well as from neglect or physical and emotional abuse by any CARE employee or related personnel. CARE has a zero-tolerance policy for any form of abuse. We expect all employees and related personnel to uphold these principles and help create a respectful and supportive environment.

CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. As part of this, we will request information from a candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment.

All employment offers from CARE depend on satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By applying, you confirm that you understand these recruitment procedures.

Location: Bohol, Philippines

Position Type: Full-time, Project-based (1 year) Division: Development Unit

About the Role

CARE Philippines is seeking a strategic and results-oriented Project Manager to lead the implementation of the Coco RISE Project. This role is dedicated to ensuring the effective delivery of climate-resilient, market-driven, and inclusive coconut enterprise interventions.

As the Project Manager, you will integrate high-level project management with robust MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) functions to ensure evidence-based and adaptive programming that empowers coconut-farming communities.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

(See attached JD for the complete details.)

• Project Management & Implementation (30%): Lead the overall execution of the Coco RISE Project, ensuring all activities are aligned with the work plan, budget, and donor requirements. Manage project resources efficiently and provide strategic direction to the field team.

• Technical Leadership in Climate-Resilient Livelihoods (25%): Oversee the design and delivery of interventions focused on climate-resilient coconut production, value chain development, and market linkages. Ensure that GEDSI (Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion) principles are integrated into all livelihood activities.

• MEAL & Adaptive Management (20%): Lead the project’s MEAL functions, including the development of tracking tools, data analysis, and the preparation of high-quality progress reports. Use data and community feedback to facilitate adaptive management and continuous improvement.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Management (15%): Build and maintain strong relationships with Local Government Units (LGUs), private sector partners, and community-based organizations. Represent the project in relevant coordination forums and platforms.

• Safeguarding & Emergency Response (10%): Ensure strict adherence to CARE’s Safeguarding, PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse), and Child Safeguarding policies. Remain available for deployment as part of CARE Philippines’ Emergency Response Team (ERT) during humanitarian crises.

Qualifications

Education:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.

• Desired: Master’s degree in a relevant discipline and specialized training in Project Management (e.g., PMP) or Climate-Resilient Agriculture.

Experience & Skills:

• Proven Leadership: At least 5 years of experience in managing development projects, preferably focusing on livelihoods, value chains, or climate resilience.

• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of coconut industry dynamics and climate-smart agricultural practices in the Philippines.

• MEAL Proficiency: Demonstrated experience in leading MEAL systems and using evidence to drive project decisions.

• Communication: Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills in English and Filipino.

• Inclusivity: Deep commitment to gender-transformative programming and social inclusion.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:  

Updated CV and Letter of Intent to: 

The People and Culture Manager

Email: careers.phl@care.org

CARE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We recognize that our strength comes from the different perspectives and backgrounds of our staff. We actively encourage applications from women, people of diverse Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE), and persons with disabilities.

CARE is committed to protecting at-risk adults and children from sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse, as well as from neglect or physical and emotional abuse by any CARE employee or related personnel. CARE has a zero-tolerance policy for any form of abuse. We expect all employees and related personnel to uphold these principles and help create a respectful and supportive environment.

CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. As part of this, we will request information from a candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment.

All employment offers from CARE depend on satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By applying, you confirm that you understand these recruitment procedures.

Job Summary:

The Cost Proposal Manager (CPM) Level 1 will report to the Cost Proposal Manager Level 2 (CPM II) of the Institutional Funding & Strategy (IFS) Unit and will directly contribute to the achievement of CARE’s goals to raise funding from the US Government for humanitarian and development assistance.

The CPM will be responsible for developing and submitting cost proposals for humanitarian and development assistance of low to medium complexity, leading key proposal team members/stakeholders across the full business development cycle (capture, live, BAFO). To be successful in this role, the CPM will need to have project management skills along with familiarity with cost and pricing concepts and technical know-how in the preparation of a cost proposal package that is competitive, responsive, and compliant to donor and CARE policies and procedures. The CPM will contribute to initiatives to strengthen systems and processes within the team including instituting best practices/standard operating procedures (SOPs), knowledge management, and capacity building. Relationship building is also critical in this role to ensure strong collaboration across a multi-functional and geographically dispersed group of proposal team members.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

1. Cost and Pricing Lead (75%):

   • Responsible to deliver responsive and competitive cost and pricing applications on USG cooperative agreements and contracts of low to medium complexity.
   • Oversee planning and organization of the cost proposal process, determine roles/responsibilities for budget inputs, identifying key deliverables and effectively set the timeline for submission.
   • Lead on: (a) overall strategy, budgeting, and consolidation of cost applications highlighting issues to consider in decision to pursue the funding, (b) budget justifications, (c) gate reviews, (d) as well as working with Award Management Solutions and other CARE departments as needed to obtain assurance of compliance with donor and CARE requirements including project startup, as well as exception approval for budget gaps and other implementation risks.
   • Review the solicitation requirements, advise proposal team leads on the interpretation of requirements, and recommend, or when necessary lead, responses to meet those requirements.
   • Provide tailored cost/pricing templates for proposals.
   • Conduct budget orientation for HQ Technical Assistance teams, Country Office (CO) teams, and implementing partners to ensure harmonization and consistency of assumptions and cost elements in the proposal budgets.
   • Facilitate budget negotiations between the HQ Technical Assistance team and the CO as well as external partners to ensure that an appropriate level of effort for technical oversight and monitoring are included in the budget.
   • Prepare and/or review budgets and collaborate with the Country Office/Regional Office to ensure CARE costs are fully recovered and all donor requirements and policies are fulfilled.
   • Collaborate with the technical team to ensure the budget is aligned with the technical proposal taking into consideration design, SOWs for CARE and partners, staffing recruitment etc.
   • Prepare and/or review the required certifications.
   • To succeed in this work, the CPM will have critical thinking, effective problem-solving and negotiation skills, as well as understanding of when to escalate issues.

2. Assistance with other ad hoc inputs and deliverables (10%):

   • Provides assistance to other team members in the cost team and or consultants by developing supporting cost schedules, budget narratives, and other key support as may be required.

3. Knowledge Management and Capacity Building (5%):

   • Supports the efforts of the cost team leadership in managing, leading, and organizing knowledge management and capacity building on cost/pricing proposal development and its interface with the overall proposal development cycle.

4. Donor Funding Trends, Compliance, and Competitiveness (5%):

   • Stays abreast of changes in donor regulations and collaborates with cost team and IFS leadership.
   • Supports the cost team leadership in advocating for improvements in USG regulatory environment as well as in CARE processes and cost recovery policies.

Qualifications (Know How):

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or related field.
• Over 3 years of combined experience and proven skills in budget development, agreements and contracts management, financial analysis and management accounting, project management of cost and pricing proposal development activities.
• Ability to work effectively with others on a team.
• Clear writing and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and budget negotiation skills.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel and Word.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and extremely time-sensitive environment (can handle pressure).
• Self-starter.
• Ability to understand non-profit accounting.
• Ability to facilitate training and/or workshops and design/develop relevant materials.
• Ability to understand the details without neglecting the bigger picture.
• Familiarity with U.S. Government grant and contract regulations.

Desired:

• Working towards a Master’s Degree in Business or related field.
• Previous work experience with another U.S. PVO, USAID, or a multilateral, multinational organization.
• 3 years experience working on cost and pricing proposals.
• Familiar with programming principles of Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion, Gender transformative programming, Localization, and the Collaborative, Learning, and Adaptability (CLA) approach, etc.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should submit their CV, cover letter, and any relevant certifications to: 

careers.phl@care.org

Please indicate “COST PROPOSAL MANAGER LEVEL 1” in the subject line. 

“CARE is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, recognizing that our strength comes from the variety of perspectives and backgrounds within our workforce. We actively encourage applications from women, individuals of diverse Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE), and persons with disabilities (PWD). CARE commits to the protection from sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, neglect, physical and emotional abuse of vulnerable adults and children, involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel. CARE has a zero tolerance toward any form of abuse. All employees and associated personnel are expected to uphold these principles and contribute to a respectful and supportive environment. CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All CARE’s offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.”

Location: Philippines
Contract Type: Full-Time

Deadline: November 28, 2025

About CARE Philippines

CARE is a global humanitarian organization committed to fighting poverty and social injustice. We work with communities to deliver programs that promote resilience, equality, and sustainable development. Join us and help ensure compliance and operational excellence in managing grants and contracts.

Position Summary

The Grants and Contracts Manager for HQ Managed Awards leads award management services for a portfolio of grants and contracts, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and CARE standards. This role covers the entire award lifecycle—from pre-award to close-out—and collaborates with CARE HQ, country offices, and Shared Services Center teams to strengthen financial stewardship and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

1. Grants and Contracts Management – Pre-Award Phase (20% of time)

• Coordinates approvals per the Authorization Table, ensuring Go/No-Go decisions are properly reviewed and documented.
• Manages Pre-IPIA completion, IPIA negotiations, and related approvals.
• Responsible for the US-based partner’s due diligence checks ensuring it is conducted together with the Program Team and COs using the DDA Checklist.
• Ensures all costs meet requirements through the Budget Review Checklist.

2. Grants and Contracts Management – Award Start-Up, Negotiation, and Setup (20% of time)

• Reviews agreements to identify risks or unclear provisions and escalates issues as needed.
• Completes Agreement Review/Approval Checklist and Partner Funding Agreement (PFA) Checklist.
• Prepares and submits award setup documentation, including DAB upload forms and supporting documents (e.g., BAMs, IPIAs, MOUs, PFAs).

3. Grants and Contracts Management – Award Implementation and Monitoring (25% of time)

• Supports kickoff meetings to communicate award packages and requirements.
• Tracks budget burn rates, cash flow, and reporting deadlines.
• Prepares accurate donor financial reports and submits to relationship managers.
• Provides timely financial data and management reports (e.g., BVA, portfolio reports).
• Monitors partner financial reports and liquidations for compliance.
• Coordinates audits with internal and external auditors.

4. Grants and Contracts Management – Award Closeout (25% of time)

• Initiates closeout planning six months before award end date.
• Coordinates liquidation of advances, settlement of invoices, and accruals.
• Reviews completeness of closeout requirements using checklists.
• Archives all closeout documentation for future reference and audits.

5. Capacity Building and Engagement (10% of time)

• Supports capacity-building initiatives for SSC, HQ, and CO finance and grants staff.
• Designs and delivers training sessions and technical guidance materials.
• Provides coaching and mentoring on compliance and portfolio management.
• Facilitates knowledge sharing and represents GCM in organizational initiatives.

6. Other Responsibilities (10% of time)

• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (or equivalent experience).
• Desired: CPA, CMA, Chartered Accountant, or relevant certification.

Experience

• Required:
  • At least 5 years managing grants/contracts for INGOs funded by donors such as US Government, UN agencies, and private donors.
  • Minimum 4 years in progressive accounting and grants/contracts administration.
  • Strong knowledge of donor compliance and financial systems.
• Desired:
  • Experience in NGO finance departments and fast-paced environments.
  • Familiarity with US Government donor requirements.

Skills

• Proficiency in Accounting/Finance systems, Grants Management systems, and MS Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage complex compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:  

Updated CV and Letter of Intent to: 

HR_SSC@care.org

CARE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We recognize that our strength comes from the different perspectives and backgrounds of our staff. We actively encourage applications from women, people of diverse Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE), and persons with disabilities.

CARE is committed to protecting at-risk adults and children from sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse, as well as from neglect or physical and emotional abuse by any CARE employee or related personnel. CARE has a zero-tolerance policy for any form of abuse. We expect all employees and related personnel to uphold these principles and help create a respectful and supportive environment.

CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. As part of this, we will request information from a candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment.

All employment offers from CARE depend on satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By applying, you confirm that you understand these recruitment procedures.

Location: Philippines

Department: Program Support

Reports to: Country Director

Date Posted: January 2026

Job Summary

CARE Philippines is seeking a Senior Risk and Compliance Officer to provide country-level leadership and assurance to strengthen our integrity, accountability, and risk-informed decision-making. This pivotal role leads enterprise risk and compliance management, fraud oversight, and audit assurance to ensure we remain aligned with CARE policies, donor requirements, and regulatory obligations.

As a senior advisor, you will enable sound governance and protect organizational credibility, ensuring effective program delivery even during humanitarian emergencies. Additionally, you will provide structured, light-touch regional advisory support within Asia to foster consistency and shared learning across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Risk & Compliance Management (30%): Lead country office risk management across programmatic, financial, and operational areas; conduct targeted audits; and track the closure of audit recommendations.

• Fraud & Investigations Oversight (30%): Serve as the country focal point for fraud prevention and response; manage misconduct cases; and ensure timely reporting to donors and CARE leadership.

• Strategic Advisory & Capacity Building (25%): Provide risk-informed advice to the Senior Management Team; support program design with compliance guidance; and lead training for staff and partners on safeguarding and ethical conduct.

• Regional Support (10%): Provide desk-based risk reviews and targeted donor compliance guidance for one or two other CARE Country Offices in Asia.

Qualifications

Education

• Required: Advanced university degree in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field.

• Note: A first-level degree combined with substantial relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.

• Desired: Professional certification such as CPA, CA, ACCA, CIA, or CISA.

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in audit, compliance, or risk management.

• Demonstrated experience applying audit principles and corrective action planning in complex operational environments.

• Experience in a senior advisory role within an International NGO (INGO) is highly desired.

• Proven ability to support fraud investigations and manage institutional donor compliance.

Core Competencies

To succeed in this role, you must demonstrate “Inspirational” proficiency in the following areas:

• Relationship Building: Developing internal and external trusting professional networks.

• Communication: Using tact and diplomacy to navigate difficult situations and influence others.

• Dynamic Learning Mindset: Continuously seeking opportunities to learn and owning growth from failure.

• Delivering Results: Commitment to meeting high-quality standards and goals through disciplined planning.

  Safeguarding & Emergency Response (5%): Support the implementation of PSEA and Child Safeguarding policies and remain deployable as part of the Emergency Response Team (ERT).

How to Apply: Read the full job description. Interested candidates should submit the following documents:  

Updated CV and Letter of Intent to: 

The People and Culture Manager

Email: careers.phl@care.org

CARE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We recognize that our strength comes from the different perspectives and backgrounds of our staff. We actively encourage applications from women, people of diverse Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE), and persons with disabilities.

CARE is committed to protecting at-risk adults and children from sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse, as well as from neglect or physical and emotional abuse by any CARE employee or related personnel. CARE has a zero-tolerance policy for any form of abuse. We expect all employees and related personnel to uphold these principles and help create a respectful and supportive environment.

CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. As part of this, we will request information from a candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment.

All employment offers from CARE depend on satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By applying, you confirm that you understand these recruitment procedures.

Call for Proposals

The Philippine Inclusive NGO Network (PINGON), a collaborative network of 42 international and national NGOs, is seeking a qualified Website Development Consultant. The selected consultant will design and develop a secure, responsive, and user-friendly website to enhance PINGON’s humanitarian coordination, advocacy, and resource sharing.

Objectives

• Establish a professional online presence for PINGON.

• Provide a central platform for advocacy and resource sharing for both the public and member organizations.

• Facilitate tiered access to key documents (public vs. member-only areas).

• Ensure the platform is secure, responsive, and accessible to diverse stakeholders.

Scope of Work

The consultant will be responsible for the full development lifecycle, including:

• Initial Strategy: Consultation with PINGON EXCOM and Working Group leads to align on plans and deliverables.

• Design & Branding: Creating a clean, navigable design that reflects PINGON’s identity and humanitarian values.

• Development: Building a responsive site using a suitable CMS (e.g., WordPress, Drupal) and assisting with domain registration.

• Functionality: Implementing a document repository, member-only portal, and integrated feedback/contact forms.

• Testing & Launch: Conducting User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and a formal site launch.

• Capacity Building: Providing training sessions and documentation (user manuals) for PINGON staff.

Deliverables

1. Inception report and approved website design/sitemap.

2. Beta version for testing and UAT.

3. Fully deployed website with administrator access.

4. User manual, technical specifications, and maintenance guidelines.

5. Training sessions for PINGON staff.

Tentative Timeline

The project is expected to run from March to June 2026:

• March: Requirements gathering and design.

• April – May: Development, testing, and launch.

• May – June: Post-launch support and handover.

Required Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated based on the following:

• Relevant Experience: Proven track record in developing websites for NGOs or humanitarian organizations.

• Technical Expertise: Strong proficiency in CMS platforms, web security, and responsive design.

• Value for Money: Cost-effectiveness of the proposed methodology.

• Reliability: Ability to meet strict deadlines and provide ongoing technical support.

How to Apply

Interested consultants or firms should submit their proposal, including a portfolio of previous work, technical methodology, and a detailed financial bid.

Application Deadline: March 29, 2026 11:59 P.M. PHL Time

Submit to: allan.laraya@care.org

NOTE: If you have any questions about the technical aspects of this consultancy, feel free to reach out to Joseph Addawe at Joseph.Addawe@care.org.