Philippines: Program Officer (X8NL)

PURPOSE

GGGI Philippines Program supports the Republic of Philippines in its transition toward climate resilient and inclusive green growth. GGGI intervention is designed to directly and indirectly support the Philippines aligned with the Philippine Development Plan (2017-2022), the National Climate Change Action Plan (2011-2028), the Philippine Renewable Energy Roadmap (2017-2040), and the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME) Development Plan (2017-2022) of the Philippines. GGGI focuses on structuring bankable projects as well as developing and/or strengthening policies that will provide an enabling environment for such investment in local government units (LGUs), which will end up contributing to Reduced GHG Emissions; Creation of Green Jobs; Increased Access to Sustainable Energy Services; and Enhanced Adaptation to Climate Change. The Philippines Country Planning Framework (CPF) focuses on five Programmatic Solutions, namely: i) Climate Action (including Sustainable Transport); ii) Climate Resilient Agriculture; iii) Waste Management; iv) Solar PV; and v) Green Industries. These solutions have been identified as critical interventions needed to address strategic green growth challenges and opportunities in the country, especially responding to post COVID-19 recovery.

In this context, the position holder will:

• Support the identification and development of new interventions in the area of circular economy including resource recovery, sustainable consumption and production, and broader circular economy components within the country program;
• Research and compile case studies and other illustrative materials which give practical guidance and comparative experience on improving circular economy practice in the Philippines; and,
• Provide technical input to deliver a portfolio of advisory services and investment mobilization under the guidance of the Country Representative and relevant colleagues.

ENGAGEMENT

• Engages in stakeholder mapping, relations and support facilitation of discussion with investors, donors, entrepreneurs, government, local governments and other stakeholders.
• Applies necessary technical skills to acquire important information and knowledge from a variety of sources, including government ministries, provincial departments, municipal and district authorities, local entrepreneurs etc. - in support of delivery of a high-quality output.
• Supports the Country Representative in preparing pitches and proposals relating to circular economy subject matters for donors and government stakeholders.
• Liaises with other GGGI country offices and GGGI headquarters to identify good practices and lessons learned.

DELIVERY

• Initiates and monitors circular economy initiative, including coordination and management of pre-feasibility analysis.
• Collaborates with the internal and external stakeholders to improve circular economy related business models.
• Identifies and advises on potential policy and regulatory measures that may improve the enabling environment for circular economy transition.
• Keeps tracks of project cycles and organizes his/her analytical work to ensure that deliverables are provided on schedule and in accordance with the workplan.
• Evaluates delivery risks and challenges, and mitigation measures.
• Works with national and sub-national counterparts to build common understanding and coordination on project activities.
• Understands the project cycle and is able to organize his/her analytical work to ensure that deliverables are provided in a timely manner to support subsequent work and consistent with the workplan and project cycle.
• Supports engagement with stakeholders, including meetings, conferences, events and among others.
• Reviews project documents and provides input to deliverables with an eye for quality control and consistency.
• Ensure that administrative (including procurement, logistics, etc.) duties align with the budget and GGGI policies.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A master's degree or equivalent in relevant disciplines (e.g. environmental management, environmental economics, law, urban planning, business administration or others)
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience relating to policy development, project origination, design and implementation, stakeholders coordination in wider context of green growth (preferably linked to circular economy) 
• Experience in working with national and sub-national government agencies in the Philippines is a must
• Experience in circular economy, waste management, sustainable consumption and production, other related fields is a plus
• Project origination and investment mobilization experience is a plus
• Fluent oral and written English and Tagalog

CORPORATE

• Able to effectively communicate, listen to others, and contribute to an environment for open communication
• Proactive and builds collaborative working relationships with stakeholders and colleagues
• Able to work effectively with other people and teams with a high degree of cultural/professional diversity
• Maintain a high degree of professional integrity

FUNCTIONAL

• Team player, with result-oriented, creative, and entrepreneurial mindset to solve problems
• Able to perform strategic and technical analysis in tandem and under time constraints
• Ability to work independently while proactively seeking concurrence and instructions
• Excellent multi-cultural literacy and interest in being a part of an international team working in an evolving and entrepreneurial environment
• Excellent communications and facilitation skills
• Highly-organized and able to effectively and efficiently multi-task and prioritize
• Comfortable working both in a team and independently
• Willingness and ability to travel

Child protection – GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGI’s Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.