Programme Manager Philippines

Be the Catalyst for Change in Children’s Lives!

We are seeking a dedicated Programme Manager to join our Philippines Country Office and drive meaningful change for children’s rights. This pivotal role combines strategic leadership with hands-on programme management to create a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable children and youth.

About Terre des Hommes Netherlands

Terre des Hommes Netherlands (TdH NL) protects children by preventing and stopping child exploitation, and by empowering children to make their voices count. 

Our strategic ambition is that by 2030, Terre des Hommes Netherlands is a catalyst for systemic change to stop child exploitation. We do this by empowering children and their communities, connecting them with those who have power to enact change, and utilising our knowledge and expertise to co-create sustainable, evidence-based solutions.

Terre des Hommes Netherlands focuses on 3 Thematic Programmes: (online) Sexual Exploitation of Children (SEC), Child Labour, Child Trafficking and on Child Protection in Humanitarian Crisis. For each of these forms of child exploitation, we are developing and implementing projects and programmes through local partners, mainly in Asia and Africa. 

About the role

As the programme manager, you will manage the Programme unit and report to the Country Director while providing technical oversight for all programme activities implemented by Terre des Hommes Netherlands in the Philippines. Your work will directly contribute to creative and meaningful programme design and implementation.

One of the most rewarding aspects of this position is the opportunity to work closely with passionate young people, ensuring their voices shape the programmes designed for them. At the same time, you will navigate complex relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Primary responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of country thematic/ annual and strategic plans.
• Support in the development of project proposals.
• Maintain and improve programme quality by providing technical support to partners, building their capacity and setting them up for success. 
• Participate in the planning and implementation of fundraising and advocacy activities.

This role requires a combination of strategic vision, programme management skills, and excellent communication skills to build meaningful partnerships and drive impactful change.

Requirements

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years of experience in programme management with a proven track record in programme cycle management and a focus on promoting children’s rights.

More specifically:

• Bachelor’s degrees in Social Work, Development Communications, Community Development and related fields; an advanced degree is desirable but not required
• Experience in working with children and young people and implementing projects funded by bilateral and multilateral donors
• Previous experience in non-profit or global organisations 
• Skills: Technical writing, strong thematic expertise in children’s rights, equity and inclusion, Program and partnership management, cross-functional collaboration
• Collaborative and communication skills, commitment to child safeguarding and gender equality
• Fluency in verbal and written English 
• Domestic and international travel may be required as needed

Benefits

As a dynamic and evolving organisation, we actively encourage innovation. You’ll have meaningful opportunities to manage, execute, and contribute to your own programmes and projects that create a tangible impact on children’s lives every day.

• 1-year contract with the intention to transition to an indefinite-term agreement upon successful completion.

• Salary – PhP 106,771  gross per month based on a full-time (40 hrs) contract
• Our hybrid work model provides flexibility while maintaining collaboration, with arrangements determined in consultation with your line manager. You’ll have access to our office in Quezon City when on-site work is preferred.
• 18 days of annual paid leave (prorated for part-time staff)
• A comprehensive pension scheme administered by ASR, with the organisation covering the majority of contributions

Our Commitment

Terre des Hommes is committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation. Therefore, people of all gender identities, sexes, sexual orientations, races, colours, religions, cultures, abilities, etc. are encouraged to apply for this position. 

We are dedicated to preventing and eradicating any type of misconduct, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, any other type of misuse of power, lack of integrity or financial misconduct. All offers of employment will therefore be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which include a valid criminal record check, terrorism finance checks, and/or integrity screenings/references relating to misconduct and disciplinary actions in prior employment. 

Terre des Hommes Netherlands is particularly committed to keeping children and vulnerable individuals safe, and has zero tolerance on (child) abuse. Every TdH NL employee is bound by the TdH NL Code of Conduct that describes the expected behaviour by staff, in particular with regards to Safeguarding children and (young) adults in our programmes. Child safeguarding measures are part of our selection and recruitment process. By submitting your application, you accept that Terre des Hommes Netherlands will conduct such pre-employment screening for successful candidates.