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FINANCE OFFICER

Job Title: Finance Officer- EA16 ( Humanitarian Project)

Employment Status: Project-Based

Duration: One Year December 1, 2025 – November 30, 2026

Coordinates with: Caritas Philippines Program Teams, and Diocesan Social Action Centers (DSAC) Directors and Finance Officers

Reports to: Finance Head

Supervises: DSACs Finance Officer

Job Location: Manila Office (with frequent travels)

Main Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Finance Head, the Finance Officer is primarily responsible for the development, execution, monitoring, controlling and reporting all of finance aspects of project. He/ She shall work closely with the DSAC’s Finance Officers to strengthen the internal financial control system of the organization and assisting in the preparation of financial statements, schedules, and reports. The main goal of the FO is to support to the DSACs (at all levels) on financial and accounting. He/ She shall set clear financial monitoring techniques and monitor the financial systems and procedures of the organizations, collaborate effectively with concerned leadership, managers, and staff in all levels, manage the financial resources with integrity, and apply quality financial standards and policies in all areas of the program interventions and organizational learning.

Key Responsibilities:

The FO performs the following duties and responsibilities which include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor and / or supervise as needed, the DSAC’s Finance Units in their overall financial administration system including cash flow management and reporting;
• Keep track of Family Farming Program budget and expenditures, make analysis on cost effectiveness, and prepare related field visit monitoring reports. These can be done through Tally data-base documentations;
• Check and verify financial support documents, and approval/ authorization entities including delegation;
• Coordinate with Caritas Ph Finance Unit for briefing and updates on the DSAC’s financial status and project activities planning;
• Check and review quarterly financial plans submitted by the DSAC’s and ensure that they are in accordance with budget and log-frame targets;
• Receive Tally data on monthly basis and generate reports (budget vs. Expenditure, trial balance, cash balance sheets etc.) and provide feedback to the DSAC Finance Officers.
• Coordinate with CaritasPh Finance Head and Cashier on fund transfer systems and processes to ensure that the DSACs receive fund in timely manner;
• Prepare financial analyses on cash balance sheets (fund transferred vs. actual expenditures) and make remarks, if any, on the financial management tool;
• Obtain from the DSACs the Tally data on monthly basis and run the reports (budget vs. expenditures, cash balance sheets, trial balances, cash and bank ledgers, etc.);
• Submit to the Finance Head monthly financial reports generated through the Tally data, for the former to further work on the consolidated report;
• Trace grants against receipts in the bank accounts; acknowledge officer receipts; and disseminate information to Program/ Finance heads;
• Work through coordinated/ delegated approach on financial management systems and place emerging issues for effective mitigation;
• Ensure that DSACs’ Finance Officers implement necessary control processes and procedures as per CaritasPh standard finance and procurement guidelines;
• Coordinates with CaritasPh Finance Manager in preparing timely financial & narrative reports in compliance with donor requirements;
• Review business plans, cash forecasts, and payment schedules linking project cycle submitted by implementing partners (DSACs);
• Assist & mentor DSACs’ Finance Units in preparing business plan for various projects and conduct brain-storming sessions for effective project financial monitoring and implementation within time-frame;
• Asses financial & managerial capacities of DSACs through coordinated approach, and follow up necessary mitigation measures through capacity-building coaching/ training/ activities.
• Ensure strategic and efficient management of financial administration and program financial resources in the DSACs;
• Conduct analysis on the needed/ required knowledge and skills of the DSAC Finance Team and recommend trainings and capacity-building activities within approved budget ceiling;
• Attend, participate, and assist in all meetings, on-going formations, team-building and other related activities that may be required and/ or called for by the Management.
• Files accounting documents such as check vouchers, official receipts, journal vouchers, deposit slips, among others medical reimbursements, payroll, etc.

Qualifications:

Educational requirements : BS in Accountancy, Business Administration, or any related course;

Minimum experience : At least with experience in basic accounting and bookkeeping procedures and financial analysis with exposures in business and NGO operations.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills :

• Able to work under pressure of meeting deadlines without sacrificing the need for accuracy and correctness of details of records and reports.
• Strong interpersonal skills to ensure maximum coordination with concerned groups; respects limits and levels of authority;
• Values and observes the importance of confidentiality of the information within the Finance unit and the whole organization as well.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices on finance and accounting.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills
• With adequate knowledge in computer operation especially MS Office and its application, knowledge in TALLY ERP accounting software is an advantage.

Application deadline: November 14, 2025

Interested applicants may send their CVs with a letter of intent addressed to Rev. Fr. Carmelo Caluag, Executive Director, via email to careers@caritas.org.ph (cc: hr@caritas.org.ph ; ebsularte@caritas.org.ph ) using the subject, “[POSITION] – Surname”.

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Caritas Philippines carries out the commitment of Caritas Internationalis to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. Caritas Philippines’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines does not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse, or any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All candidates will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

Caritas Philippines talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines is an Equal Opportunity Employer

FINANCE ASSISTANT

Job Title : Finance Assistant

Employment Status : Regular Position

Coordinates with : the Bookkeeper, Internal Auditor, Program Heads

Accountability : to the Head of Finance

Job Location: Caritas Philippines, Intramuros, Manila

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Finance, the Finance Officer is primarily responsible for responsible in maintaining an orderly filing of Check Vouchers, Journal Vouchers, Receipts Vouchers and other documents for regular filing in the finance office. He/she will be the one to assist Program heads and officers in their activities where the help of finance unit is needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Files accounting documents such as check vouchers, official receipts, journal vouchers, deposit slips, among others medical reimbursements, payroll, etc.

2. Safe-keeps financial records of projects without assigned Finance Officers.

3. Performs the following functions in the preparation of financial reports of projects without assigned Finance Officers:

            a) computes balances for cash receipt book and cash disbursement book of specific projects to be assigned by the Head of Finance.

            b) prepares and classify costing of office supplies, photocopying, printing, and electrical supplies.

            c) prepares /post banks account reconciliations of bank accounts to be assigned the Head of Finance.

4. Prepares accounts receivables (aging of receivables) and payables schedules.

5. Checks budget requests of project heads of projects that may be assigned by the Head of Finance.

6. Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications:

Educational requirements : BS in Accountancy, Business Administration, or any related course;

Minimum experience 

At least with knowledge in basic accounting and bookkeeping procedures and financial analysis with exposures in business and NGO operations.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills

• Able to work under pressure of meeting deadlines without sacrificing the need for accuracy and correctness of details of records and reports.
• Strong interpersonal skills to ensure maximum coordination with concerned groups; respects limits and levels of authority;
• Values and observes the importance of confidentiality of the information within the Finance unit and the whole organization as well.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices on finance and accounting.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills
• With adequate knowledge in computer operation especially MS Office and its application, knowledge in TALLY ERP accounting software is an advantage.

Application deadline: November 10, 2025

Interested applicants may send their CVs with a letter of intent addressed to Rev. Fr. Carmelo Caluag, Executive Director, via email to careers@caritas.org.ph (cc: hr@caritas.org.ph ; ebsularte@caritas.org.ph ) using the subject, “[POSITION] – Surname”.

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Caritas Philippines carries out the commitment of Caritas Internationalis to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. Caritas Philippines’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines does not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse, or any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All candidates will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

Caritas Philippines talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines is an Equal Opportunity Employer

PROJECT DATA INFORMATION SPECIALIST

CONVENIO GREEN LUZON PROJECT

Employment Status: Project-Based
Reports to: Program Coordinator
Supervises: NA
Job Location: Caritas Philippines, Intramuros, Manila

Caritas Philippines, the development and humanitarian arm of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines is implementing the project entitled “Building Sustainable Indigenous Communities of Participatory Governance Promoting Agrarian Development and Environmental Management in North Luzon.” This is in partnership with the 4 Arch/Dioceses in North Luzon with funding support from the
Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID) and Caritas Spain.

The overall goal of the project is to reduce climate vulnerability in Northern Luzon by promoting socio-economic development and protection of ecological integrity of indigenous communities, based on gender equality, cultural acceptability, and ecosystem sustainability in the Philippines.

Main task: Develop functional data management system of the Convenio Green Luzon Project to ensure accurate data per component to support key objective indicators.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Data set-up & preparation
1. Review & analyze the current project baseline, midterm evaluation and monitoring templates & tools.

2. Based on the result of the review, create/re-create an effective data gathering tools and analysis system upon the approval of the national team and CE.

3. Realize capacity building sessions with the DSAC teams to ensure their understanding of the new system for data gathering purposes (at least 1 per DSAC).

Data Collection and Management

1. Gathering and collecting data and supporting documents from the partner DSACs on a regular basis ensuring its accuracy and completeness with data validation (this includes regular travels to the intervention zones).

2. Consolidate the collected data per DSAC then applying statistical methods provide key analysis and submit the result to CE and national team.

3. Prepares reports and presentations based on data analysis with the communication officer.

4. Ensures compliance to data security and data governance policies.

Collaboration and Coordination

1. Works collaboratively with CE, national team and DSAC teams.

2. Assists the DSAC teams in the data gathering, resolve possible discrepancies to ensure completeness of data information needed.

3. Managing and organizing documents and notes by creating back up files to ensure all data are securely stored

4. Attends to meetings of the national team and the DSAC teams (if needed).

Timeline & Deliverables

1. Submits a monthly workplan and report to the National Coordinator.

2. The tasks can be done remotely but will be required to have a regular schedule of reporting at the office of Caritas Philippines for report presentation and analysis.

3. Directly reports to the Green Luzon National Coordinator in coordination with the CE representative to the Philippines for accountability.

4. The duration of work will be for six months and will be required to submit progress report and final report at the end of six months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in: Statistics, Social Sciences, Geography, Environmental Sciences, International Development, or related fields.

• Postgraduate degree or specialized courses in: Quantitative and qualitative data analysis; Social or environmental research methods, GIS (Geographic Information Systems); Database management and visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, QGIS).

• Specific Technical Knowledge in: Design of data collection instruments (surveys, interviews, field observation), Sampling methodologies and bias control;

• Use of digital data collection tools (KoboToolbox, ODK, SurveyCTO); Data cleaning, validation, and analysis; Basic programming for data analysis (R, Python, SPSS, Stata); and Experience in data visualization and reporting for decision-making.

• With at least 2 years work experience as a Data Management Specialist especially in field of social enterprise, livelihoods, drr and related development works.

• with good communication skills, and inspiring ability for teamwork

• open to work in faith-based organizations

• with good moral background and character as a person

Work Arrangement & Compensation

• The position is project base and on-site at Caritas Philippines in Intramuros Manila. 
• Compensation will be commensurate with experience and organizational standards.
• Work-related travel and expenses will be covered as per Caritas Philippines policies.

Application deadline: October 03, 2025

Interested applicants may send their CVs with a letter of intent addressed to Rev. Fr. Carmelo Caluag, Executive Director, via email to careers@caritas.org.ph (cc: hr@caritas.org.ph) using the subject, “[POSITION] – Surname”.

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Caritas Philippines carries out the commitment of Caritas Internationalis to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. Caritas Philippines’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines does not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse, or any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All candidates will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

Caritas Philippines talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines is an Equal Opportunity Employer

PROGRAM ASSISTANT

Employment Status: Project-Based
Reports to: Program Officer
Supervises: NA
Job Location: Caritas Philippines Academy, Tagaytay City; Intramuros, Manila

The Caritas Philippines Academy is the official learning and training institute of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP). It is dedicated to equipping Church leaders, social action workers, and clergy with essential knowledge and skills for social transformation.

To support the Academy’s training and capacity-building initiatives, Caritas Philippines is hiring a Program Assistant to provide clerical, financial, and documentation support. The position is project-based for six (6) months but may lead to regularization based on performance evaluation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administrative and Clerical Support

1. Assist in organizing training programs, workshops, and meetings.
2. Prepare and manage necessary documentation, including attendance sheets, certificates, and reports.
3. Maintain an organized filing system for program-related documents.
4. Coordinate logistics such as venue arrangements, accommodations, and travel requirements for participants.

• Finance Support

1. Assist in preparing budget requests and financial liquidation reports.
2. Ensure proper documentation of expenses and receipts for financial accountability.
3. Work closely with the Finance Team to comply with financial reporting requirements.

• Training Documentation

1. Provide on-site documentation during training sessions, including note-taking and photo documentation.
2. Prepare summary reports and minutes of meetings.
3. Assist in encoding and organizing training outputs and evaluations.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduate or with up to one (1) year of relevant experience in administration, finance, or program support.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace.
• Experience in handling financial documentation is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Willing to be based in Tagaytay City during the engagement period.

Work Arrangement & Compensation

• The position is full-time and on-site at Caritas Philippines Academy in Tagaytay. Administrative work may also be moved to the Intramuros office as needed.
• Compensation will be commensurate with experience and organizational standards.
• Work-related travel and expenses will be covered as per Caritas Philippines policies.

Application deadline: March 17, 2025

Interested applicants may send their CVs with a letter of intent addressed to Most Rev. Fr. Carmelo Caluag, Executive Director, via email to careers@caritas.org.ph (cc: hr@caritas.org.ph) using the subject, “[POSITION] – Surname”.

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Caritas Philippines carries out the commitment of Caritas Internationalis to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. Caritas Philippines’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines does not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse, or any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All candidates will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

Caritas Philippines talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines is an Equal Opportunity Employer

FINANCE OFFICER
Social Action for Championing Human Rights

Employment Status: Project-Based
Reports to: Head of Finance
Coordinates with: the Bookkeeper, Internal Auditor, Program Coordinator
Job Location: Intramuros, Manila

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Finance, the Finance Officer is primarily responsible for the development, execution, monitoring, controlling and reporting all of finance aspects of Caritas Philippines Inspire Project. He / She shall prepare financial statement, schedules, and reports. The main goal of the Finance Officer is on financial and accounting. He/she shall set clear financial monitoring techniques and monitor the financial systems and procedures of the organization, collaborate effectively with concerned leadership, managers, and staff in all levels, manage the financial resources with integrity, and apply quality financial standards and policies in all areas of the program interventions and organizational learning.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Keep track Project budget and expenditures, make analysis on cost effectiveness, and prepare related field visit monitoring reports.
2. Check and verify financial support documents, and approval/authorization entities including delegation;
3. Coordinate with Caritas Ph finance unit for briefing and updates on the financial status and project activities planning;
4. Check and review quarterly financial plans and ensure that they are in accordance with budget and log-frame targets;
5. Receive Tally data on monthly basis and generate reports (budget vs. expenditure, trial balance, cash balance sheets, etc.)
6. Prepare financial analyses on cash balances (Grants receipts vs. Actual Expenditures) and make remarks, if any, on the financial management tool
7. Submit to finance head monthly financial reports
8. Trace grants against receipts in the bank accounts; acknowledge official receipts.
9. Work through coordinated / delegated approach on financial management systems and place emerging issues for effective mitigation;
10. Coordinate with Caritas Ph in preparing timely financial & narrative reports in compliance with donor requirements;
11. Attend, participate and assist in all meetings, on-going formations, team buildings and other related activities that may be required and/or called for by the management.
12. File accounting documents such as check vouchers, official receipts, journal vouchers, deposits slips, among other medical reimbursements, payroll, etc.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Accounting, or a similar field preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft and purchasing software.
• At least 2 years of experience as procurement officer or in a similar position.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Educational requirements:  BS in Accountancy, Business Administration, or any related course; CPA is an advantage.

Minimum experience:  At least three (3) years’ experience in basic accounting and bookkeeping procedures and financial analysis with exposures in business and NGO operations.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills
: Able to work under pressure of meeting deadlines without sacrificing the need for accuracy and correctness of details of records and reports.

: Strong interpersonal skills to ensure maximum coordination with concerned groups; respects limits and levels of authority;

: Values and observes the importance of confidentiality of the information within the Finance unit and the whole organization as well.

: Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices on finance and accounting.

: Well-developed oral and written communication skills

: With adequate knowledge in computer operation especially MS Office and its application, knowledge in TALLY ERP accounting software is an advantage.

Application deadline: March 17, 2025

Interested applicants may send their CVs with a letter of intent addressed to Most Rev. Fr. Carmelo Caluag, Executive Director, via email to careers@caritas.org.ph (cc: hr@caritas.org.ph) using the subject, “[POSITION] – Surname”.

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Caritas Philippines carries out the commitment of Caritas Internationalis to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. Caritas Philippines’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines does not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse, or any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All candidates will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

Caritas Philippines talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines is an Equal Opportunity Employer

PROCUREMENT OFFICER

Employment Status: Regular
Reports to: Head, Support Services
Supervises: NA
Job Location: Intramuros, Manila

The Procurement Officer oversees purchasing activities of the Caritas Philippines office and ensures that purchased items are both cost-efficient and of high quality. Responsibilities includes maintaining positive supplier relations, evaluating supply options, approving purchases, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Accounting, or a similar field preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft and purchasing software.
• At least 2 years of experience as procurement officer or in a similar position.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Overseeing all activities of the purchasing department.
• Preparing plans for the purchase of equipment, services, and supplies.
• Following and enforcing the company’s procurement policies and procedures.
• Reviewing, comparing, analyzing, and approving products and services to be purchased.
• Managing inventories and maintaining accurate purchase and pricing records.
• Maintaining and updating supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, product ranges, etc.
• Maintaining good supplier relations and negotiating contracts.
• Researching and evaluating prospective suppliers.
• Preparing budgets, cost analyses, and reports.
• Monitoring delivery status of items/supplies.
• Coordinating with supplier deliver turn-around time, requirement details and delivery schedules to ensure the correctness of items ordered.

Application deadline: February 28, 2025

Interested applicants may send their CVs with a letter of intent addressed to Most Rev. Fr. Carmelo Caluag, Executive Director, via email to careers@caritas.org.ph (cc: hr@caritas.org.ph) using the subject, “[POSITION] – Surname”.

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Caritas Philippines carries out the commitment of Caritas Internationalis to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. Caritas Philippines’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines does not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse, or any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All candidates will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

Caritas Philippines talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines is an Equal Opportunity Employer

HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICER

Employment Status: Project-based
Task/s: Implement the National Human Rights Program
Reports to: Head of Alay Kapwa Para sa Katarungan at Kapayapaan
Coordinates with: All Programs and DSACs
Supervises: None
Job Location: Intramuros, Manila

Human Rights is an integral part of Justice and Peace, a mandate entrusted to the Episcopal Commission on Social Action, Justice and Peace (ECSA-JP), as CBCP’s response to social injustice, human rights violations and desecration of the Integrity of God’s Creation which constitute to poverty and inequality in the Philippine society.  Human Rights program is an integral component in respecting human dignity, a manifestation of the fulfilment of God’s covenant relationship.

The Program Officer takes lead in the planning, implementation, documentation and reporting of the Human Rights Program aimed at contributing structural changes towards social transformation, such as contributing towards pro-people/ pro-poor and pro-nature legislations and establishing Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation (JPIC) structures and programs in the dioceses and promoting the culture of peace, in partnership and consultation with the DSACs and other partners, and in coordination with other programs and units in the national secretariat office.  Tasks include providing technical assistance in promoting human rights orientation/ action among staff in the national office and the CBCP, and assisting in the development of JPIC program in the dioceses/ Social Action Network (SAN), and their monitoring and evaluation.  Mobilization of resources to respond to the orientation/ education/ capacity-building needs and priority issues of the SAN, which includes cooperating and direction-setting in the conceptualization and development of Human Rights Program’s proposals; and initiating/ facilitating of partnership-building, collaboration and networking among Justice and Peace practitioners and promoters in the areas of information, capacity-building, advocacy and solidarity support action, are important function of the role.  The Program Officer may also represent Caritas Philippines in activities pertaining to Human Rights theme and concern, or as delegated by the Justice and Peace Head and/or by Executive Secretary.

The HR Program Officer will coordinate with Justice and Peace Program Coordinators of 30 Dioceses with HR/ JP Program, to ensure development and establishment of their diocesan JP program, capacity-building (human rights education) of local human rights advocates/ defenders and stakeholders and implementation of the program through selected parishes and their Basic Ecclesial Communities.

The HR Program Officer should assist in organizing or facilitating Social Action Network (SAN) meetings/consultations are part of the strategy in strengthening the SAN for Justice and Peace through facilitating regular communication and coordination between the national secretariat and among the dioceses in the sub-regional groupings.  The Officer will help ensure that the DSACs involved in HR Project coordinate with each other to strengthen their action towards human rights, justice and peace issues and other pressing concerns and recommend accordingly to the national secretariat office what can be responded at the national level.  The Consultations also facilitate familiarity of the DSACs with the national secretariat which paves way for easier communication and solidarity action as one Social Action Network.  The SAN and its 8 regional groupings are directly under the responsibility of the Executive Director; the role of the Officer is to provide assistance to the JP head the necessary technical and coordination support to facilitate the venue for gathering of Regional Justice and Peace Program Coordinators, with participation of the Executive Director, as well as ensure concerns are raised to the Executive Director/ ManCom for action.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Study and assess the development of the Human Rights Program at the national and local levels in the context of the prevailing socio-political situation at all levels, and recommend, in consultation with the JP Head and approval of the Executive Director, appropriate actions and steps that are necessary for the effective and efficient implementation of the Program.
• Manage and coordinate overall strategic and general direction of the Program:
  1. Conceptualize, define, develop and recommend strategies, system or mechanism in developing justice and peace practitioners, DSAC and other JPIC partners into strong and stable network.
  2. Ensure that program plans and activities are reported and coordinated with other programs and units at the national level.
  3. Regularly update the JP Head in the development of the Human Rights Program in concurrence with the Executive Director.
  4. Provide technical assistance to the 30 DSACs with JP Program and other JPIC partners in the development and management of the Human Rights Program.
  5. Help provide direction and program input to resource mobilization and proposal-making effort of other program/ units.
• Ensure timely submission of regular work plan and other required reports and plans pertaining to the Program.
• Ensure Human Rights program operational plans and activities promote, align, support and contribute to the achievement of Caritas Philippines’ defined goals and objectives with specific timeline.
• As approved by JP head, help coordination with DSAC Directors and the identified sub-regional JP Program Coordinators for regular updating to accompany and facilitate their regional and/ or Program meetings with participation of Caritas Philippines Executive Director, JP Head and other Program Heads as necessary.
• Facilitate meetings and follow-up discussions to identify local Human Rights issues and concerns and possible areas of intervention and support at the national level, and other assistance needed by the DSACs/ sub-regional representatives.
• Regularly attend and assist all meetings, on-going formation, and activities that may be called by the JP Head and Executive Director.

Qualifications:

Educational requirements:  Bachelor Degree in Social Sciences, Sociology, Community Organizing and Development or any related course; Master’s Degree in related fields an advantage.

Minimum experience:

• At least three (1) year experience in Program Organizing and in the fields of Human Rights, Ecology and Justice and Peace;
• Attended courses or training and/or coordinated training sessions on Justice and Peace, Human Rights, Paralegal, Peace and Conflict Resolution and/or Peace and Development.

Specialized training/skills:

• At least has background knowledge in Church leadership and structure, particularly the Justice and Peace and Integrity of Creation network.
• Commitment to Human Rights and/ or Justice and Peace promotion and actualization and to the Social Action apostolate.
• Practical application of the Catholic Social Teaching, social analysis, principles and the human rights-based approach.
• Experience and direct involvement in social issues and concerns, justice and peace initiatives and related project proposal making.
• Reverent and appropriate communication skills with the Church hierarchy and all levels of personnel in NGO/ Religious partners.
• Documentation, synthesizing and reporting at meetings and conferences, online and face-to-face.

Knowledge, abilities, skills:

• Knowledge of the objectives, functions and relate policy and regulations pertaining to its program/ unit and of the organization in general; as well as in other laws related to the Program.
• Ability to analyze problems and situations and to present appropriate facts and recommendations concisely in written and oral form.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to prepare reports and statements, with knowledge in computer operation and application.

Other characteristics:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective and satisfactory working relationships; respect limits of authority.
• Experience in preparing project proposals and in networking with foreign and local collaborators and donors/ funders.
• Experience in handling human rights and/or justice and peace initiatives that would enhance and project proposal-making.
• Ability to conceptualize and design program initiatives that would enhance and revitalize the Program.

DOWNLOAD: Terms of Reference – Human Rights Officer

Application deadline: January 31, 2025

Interested applicants may send their CVs with a letter of intent addressed to Most Rev. Fr. Carmelo Caluag, Executive Director, via email to careers@caritas.org.ph (cc: secretary@caritas.org.ph) using the subject, “[POSITION] – Surname”.

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Caritas Philippines carries out the commitment of Caritas Internationalis to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. Caritas Philippines’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines does not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse, or any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All candidates will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

Caritas Philippines talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines is an Equal Opportunity Employer

PROJECT OFFICER (HUMANITARIAN UNIT)

Employment Status: Project-based (1 year)
Reports to: Humanitarian Head
Coordinates with: Program Coordinator (Caritas Philippines), DSAC of Davao, DSAC of Digos, DSAC of Tagum, DSAC of Mati
Supervises: None
Job Location: Tagum, Davao del Norte

Main Responsibilities:

Under the authority of the Caritas Philippines’ Executive Director and the Humanitarian Head in coordination with the Program Coordinator of the Humanitarian Office, the Project Officer is primarily responsible for the coordination and collaboration on the project activities of the Dioceses of DADITAMA (Davao, Digos, Tagum and Mati) under the “Emergency and Early Recovery Assistance to Communities affected by Flooding, Philippines 2024-2025”. In particular, he/she will coordinate and monitor the implementation of the above project.

This position needs effective support to manage all aspects of the project-related activities, especially in the context of ensuring that the member Diocese Social Action Center of DADITAMA Sub-Cluster in Mindanao shall be organizationally strengthened in responding to emergencies. Likewise, the Diocese Social Action of Mati to be accompanied in the implementation of the Shelter Project, to be including strong support and oversight of administration systems and issues, in compliance with agreed Caritas Philippines policies and procedures and donor regulations, as well as ensuring their management in adherence with SPHERE, Core Humanitarian Standard and Do No Harm principles.

Key Responsibilities:

A. Coordination

• Perform over-all coordination of the “Emergency and Early Recovery Assistance to Communities affected by Flooding, Philippines 2024-205” Project activities in the DADITAMA Sub-Cluster and the Diocese Social Action of Mati affected by the Mindanao Shearline;
• Ensure that the Emergency Appeal Project operational plans and activities promote, align, support and contribute to the achievement of DADITAMA Sub-Cluster and the Diocese Social Action of Mati defined goals and objectives within specific timelines.

B. Capacity Building

• Assists organize and support facilitation of trainings on Humanitarian related capacity building for DSAC staff and Volunteers of the Sub-Cluster and Parish Community;
  • Support DADITAMA Sub-Cluster in strengthening their organizational development on Humanitarian Response prior/during/post crisis in emergencies.

C. Technical

• Work closely with the Program Coordinator (Caritas Philippines) in providing technical assistance on capacity building and shelter project activities to the DSAC partners of DADITAMA Sub-Cluster with the support of the Caritas Philippines’ Humanitarian Team.
• Lead the preparation and formulation of detailed implementation plans, budgets and log frames required by the project with the aassistance of the DSACs Shelter – Community Organizer and Finance Officer;
• Ensure the procedures of procurement and purchased of needed materials/items complies with the policies and guidelines;

D. MEAL

• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor project implementation progress and verify accuracy of reports and ensure compliance with grant management procedures and regulations;
• Support the Shelter – Community Organizer and Finance Officer in the collection and preparation of required reports including donor narrative reports, as well as other reports needed/required donors and Caritas Philippines;
• Maintain records of data base and information as part of the MEAL component of the project.

E. Networking

• Identify and establish contacts with relevant organizations and stakeholders in relation to the Emergency Appeal interventions.
• Represent Caritas Philippines on the over-all cluster coordination meetings;
• Maintain regular communication and good working relationship with DSACs, Parish and Caritas Philippines staff to ensure adequate and transparent information dissemination.

Qualifications:

– Any 4-year course or equivalent to 3 years experience in humanitarian and development works. With 1 year Project Management experience, particularly in an assistant supervisory role in the fields of Community Development, and/or Relief & Rehabilitation program operations.

– Experience in working with internationally-funded programmes, including coordination, reporting and monitoring according to different donor templates;

– Experience in working with faith-based / church organisations is an asset;

– Strong interpersonal skills in handling people with diverse personalities.

– Understanding of urban and rural development, with a focus on participatory processes, joint management and gender issues;

– Ability to handle level of pressure, multi-tasking, prioritization, problem solving, planning and analytical ability;

– Ability in building and maintaining collaborative relationships and institutional linkages;

– Ability to represent Caritas Philippines externally at various levels;

– With personal integrity, honesty and confidentiality are mandatory;

– Ability to use MS Windows and MS Office packages.

– Must adhere to Caritas Philippines Safeguarding Protocols including Child Protection and Anti-Harassment Policy.

Application deadline: January 20, 2025

Interested applicants may send their CVs with a letter of intent addressed to Most Rev. Fr. Carmelo Caluag, Executive Director, via email to careers@caritas.org.ph (cc: secretary@caritas.org.ph; jgcuriano@caritas.org.ph) using the subject, “[POSITION] – Surname”.

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Caritas Philippines carries out the commitment of Caritas Internationalis to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. Caritas Philippines’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines does not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse, or any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All candidates will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

Caritas Philippines talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines is an Equal Opportunity Employer

CALL FOR EVALUATOR

INTERMEDIATE EVALUATION: Building Sustainable Indigenous Communities of Participatory Governance Promoting Agrarian Development and Environmental Management in North Luzon (2022/PCONV/000399) 

Download: Terms of Reference

Interested parties must submit a technical and economic proposal via email to: Caritas Spain (omartinezh.ssgg@caritas.es); Caritas Philippines (secretary@caritas.org.ph; jlguela@caritas.org.ph; jocelynguela@gmail.com)

Deadline of submission of technical proposals: January 17, 2025

Advancing Local Leadership in the Right Way (ALLRight) Philippines Project

• Human Resources Manager
• Human Resources Officer

Application deadline: January 3, 2025

Interested applicants may send their CVs with a letter of intent addressed to Most Rev. Fr. Carmelo Caluag, Executive Director, via email to careers@caritas.org.ph (cc: secretary@caritas.org.ph) using the subject, “[POSITION] – Surname”.

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Caritas Philippines carries out the commitment of Caritas Internationalis to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. Caritas Philippines’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Disclaimer:  This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

Caritas Philippines does not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse, or any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All candidates will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

Caritas Philippines talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines is an Equal Opportunity Employer

NATIONAL PROJECT COORDINATOR (CARITAS BAMBOO FOREST PROJECT)

Employment Status: Project-based (3 years)
Reports to: Executive Director
Coordinates with: National Ecology Advocacy Head
Supervises: Finance Officer and DSAC Project Teams
Job Location: Manila (with frequent travel)

Main Responsibilities:

The National Project Coordinator will lead the implementation of the Bamboo Forest Project in Iloilo, Capiz, and Occidental Mindoro. The project aims to promote sustainable bamboo cultivation, forest conservation, and livelihood improvement for local communities. As the National Project Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in planning, coordinating, and monitoring project activities, ensuring their successful execution and achievement of objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and oversee the implementation of the project’s operational plan, in line with the project’s goals and objectives.
• Coordinate and collaborate with various stakeholders, including government agencies, local communities, diocesan social action centers, and partner organizations, to ensure effective project implementation.
• Facilitate capacity-building activities, workshops, and training sessions for project beneficiaries to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Monitor and evaluate project activities, progress, and impact, and prepare regular reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with project budgets, timelines, and donor requirements, and manage project resources efficiently.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and challenges and propose appropriate solutions to ensure project success.
• Foster strong partnerships and collaboration with relevant stakeholders at the national and local levels to promote knowledge sharing and collective impact.
• Contribute to the dissemination of project results, lessons learned, and best practices through various communication channels.

Qualifications:

– Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental science, forestry, natural resource management, or a related field.

– Proven experience in managing and coordinating development projects, preferably in the fields of biodiversity management, environmental conservation, sustainable agriculture, or community development.

– Experience in managing USAID projects is a plus.

– Strong understanding of bamboo cultivation, forest management, and sustainable livelihood practices.

– Excellent project management skills, including planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.

– Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and build partnerships for project implementation.

– Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to facilitate training sessions and workshops.

– Proficiency in data analysis and report writing.

– Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Application deadline: November 25, 2024

Interested applicants may send their CVs with a letter of intent addressed to Most Rev. Fr. Carmelo Caluag, Executive Director, via email to careers@caritas.org.ph (cc: secretary@caritas.org.ph) using the subject, “[POSITION] – Surname”.

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Caritas Philippines carries out the commitment of Caritas Internationalis to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. Caritas Philippines’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Disclaimer:  This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

Caritas Philippines does not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse, or any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All candidates will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

Caritas Philippines talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Advancing Local Leadership in the Right Way (ALLRight) Philippines Project

• Human Resources Manager
• Human Resources Officer
• Project Coordinator

Application deadline: September 10, 2024

Interested applicants may send their CVs with a letter of intent addressed to Most Rev. Fr. Carmelo Caluag, Executive Director, via email to careers@caritas.org.ph (cc: secretary@caritas.org.ph) using the subject, “[POSITION] – Surname”.

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Caritas Philippines carries out the commitment of Caritas Internationalis to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. Caritas Philippines’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Disclaimer:  This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

Caritas Philippines does not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse, or any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All candidates will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

Caritas Philippines talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Caritas Philippines is an Equal Opportunity Employer

THRIVE Project

• Project Coordinator
• MEAL Officer
• City Coordinator
• Barangay Coordinator
• Finance Officer
• Bookkeeper
• Admin and Procurement Assistant

Application deadline: June 23, 2024

Interested applicants may send their CVs with a letter of intent addressed to Most Rev. Jose Colin M. Bagaforo, President of Caritas Philippines, via email to careers@caritas.org.ph using the subject, “[POSITION] – Surname”.

Note: Caritas Philippines does not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse, or any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All candidates will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

Caritas Philippines is looking for an Evaluator for the “Food Security and Sustainable Income for Family Farmers in the Philippines” (Family Farming) Project.

Interested applicants may send their Letter of Intent and Proposal to alayparasakabuhayan@gmail.com cc: careers@caritas.org.ph

Deadline of submission of proposals is on May 14, 2024.

You may check the TOR here.

PROGRAM HEAD (ALAY KAPWA PARA SA KABUHAYAN)
Employment Status: Regular
Reports to: Office of the Executive Director
Supervises: Program/Project Coordinators and Officers for the Alay Kapwa para sa Kabuhayan Program
Job Location: Manila Office

The Program Head will be responsible for providing strategic direction, overseeing program implementation, and ensuring the achievement of program objectives in alignment with the organization’s mission and vision.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Livelihoods Program, ensuring alignment with Caritas Philippines’ overall goals and objectives.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance program effectiveness, sustainability, and impact.
• Manage and provide leadership to the Livelihoods Program team, fostering a positive work environment conducive to collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
• Set clear performance expectations, provide mentorship and support to team members, and conduct regular performance evaluations.
• Oversee the planning, implementation, and monitoring of livelihood projects, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Monitor program activities, outputs, and outcomes, and take proactive measures to address challenges and ensure the achievement of program targets
• Manage program budgets and financial resources effectively, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and organizational policies.
• Monitor expenditure patterns, identify variances, and take corrective actions as necessary to ensure financial accountability and transparency.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with government agencies, donors, NGOs, community-based organizations, and other stakeholders to enhance program impact and sustainability.
• Collaborate with partners to leverage resources, expertise, and networks to support program implementation and scale-up efforts.
• Prepare and submit timely and accurate reports to donors, management, and other stakeholders, highlighting program progress, achievements, challenges, and lessons learned.
• Ensure proper documentation of program activities, best practices, and success stories for internal learning and external dissemination.

Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in a relevant field (Social Sciences, Development Studies, Business Administration, etc.).
• At least 3 years of progressive experience in program management, with a focus on livelihoods, community development, or related areas.

FINANCE OFFICER
Employment Status: Project-based
Reports to: Finance Head
Supervises: None
Job Location: Manila Office (with frequent travel)

Main Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of the Head of Finance, the Finance Officer is primarily responsible for the development, execution, monitoring, controlling, and reporting of all of the financial aspects of the Caritas Philippines Inspire Project. He/She shall prepare financial statements, schedules, and reports. The main goal of the Finance Officer is financial and accounting. He/she shall set clear financial monitoring techniques and monitor the financial systems and procedures of the organization, collaborate effectively with concerned leadership, managers, and staff at all levels, manage the financial resources with integrity, and apply quality financial standards and policies in all areas of the program interventions and organizational learning.

Key Responsibilities:
• Keep track of Project budget and expenditures, analyze cost-effectiveness, and prepare related field visit monitoring reports.
• Check and verify financial support documents and approval/authorization entities including delegation;
• Coordinate with Caritas PH finance unit for briefing and updates on the financial status and project activities planning;
• Check and review quarterly financial plans and ensure that they are by budget and log-frame targets;
• Receive Tally data every month and generate reports (budget vs. expenditure, trial balance, cash balance sheets, etc.)
• Prepare financial analyses on cash balances (Grants receipts vs. Actual Expenditures) and make remarks, if any, on the financial management tool
• Submit to the finance head monthly financial reports
• Trace grants against receipts in the bank accounts; acknowledge official receipts.
• Work through coordinated/delegated approach on financial management systems and place emerging issues for effective mitigation;
• Coordinate with Caritas PH in preparing timely financial & narrative reports in compliance with donor requirements;
• Attend, participate, and assist in all meetings, ongoing formations, team buildings, and other related activities that may be required and/or called for by the management.
• File accounting documents such as check vouchers, official receipts, journal vouchers, and deposit slips, among other medical reimbursements, payroll, etc.

Qualifications:
• BS in Accountancy, Business Administration, or any related course; CPA is an advantage.
• At least three (3) years of experience in basic accounting and bookkeeping procedures and financial analysis with exposure to business and NGO operations.
• Able to work under pressure of meeting deadlines without sacrificing the need for accuracy and correctness of details of records and reports.
• Strong interpersonal skills to ensure maximum coordination with concerned groups; respect limits and levels of authority;
• Values and observes the importance of confidentiality of the information within the Finance unit and the whole organization as well.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of finance and accounting.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• With adequate knowledge of computer operation especially MS Office and its application, knowledge of TALLY ERP accounting software is an advantage.

Application deadline: April 1, 2024

Interested applicants may send their CVs with a letter of intent addressed to Most Rev. Jose Colin M. Bagaforo, President of Caritas Philippines, via email to caritasphcareers@gmail.com using the subject, “[POSITION] – Surname”.

Note: Caritas Philippines does not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse, or any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All candidates will therefore undergo reference and background checks.