Job Opportunity (GGP program coordinator)

2024/11/8
The Consulate General of Japan in Davao is recruiting one (1) program coordinator as follows.
 
1. Background
The Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) is a grant scheme under the Official Development Assistance (ODA) of the Government of Japan that supports small- scale projects directly benefitting local communities and people at the grassroots level as well as contributing to the socio-economic development.
 
2. Duties and Responsibilities
(1) Project evaluation including appraisal of small rural infrastructure projects involving the following sectors: agriculture, education, health, and water system.
(2) Coordination with proponents to implement projects.
(3) Project management and monitoring.
(4) Logistics and management support.
 
3. Qualifications
(1) Graduate of a four-year course preferably in Social Science, Public Policy and Planning, Economics and Development Management or other related courses.
(2) With at least three years’ work experience in project evaluation and monitoring on the areas mentioned above with/at international donors will be an advantage.
(3) Work experience in evaluating small rural infrastructure projects and knowledgeable in the assessment of engineering plans and designs is highly preferable.
(4) Highly proficient in English both oral and written communication.
(5) Highly proficient in MS Office applications.
(6) Knowledgeable about government accounting and procurement is an advantage.
(7) Proficiency in Japanese is advantage.
(8) Highly proactive personality toward learning and working.
 
4. Working conditions
(1) Expected Duration of the Initial Contract: From April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026 (the contract can be extended up to three years)
(2) Working days: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
      However, work may be performed outside of working hours.
(3) Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, and days when the Consulate General is closed.
(4) Salary: To be determined in accordance with the office's regulations based on education, experience, and ability.
 
5. How to apply
(1) Send your application letter together with your comprehensive curriculum vitae including work related references with contact numbers on or before the given deadline by email.
(2) Application Deadline: December 30, 2024
(3) Email Application to: ggp.dvo@dv.mofa.go.jp
(4) Subject of the email should be PO2025_Surname of Applicant.
 
6. Note
(1) Do not submit copies of your transcript of records, sample of your publication works, and any other documents not asked for.
(2) Only shortlisted applicants will be invited for an examination and interview.
(3) For more information about GGP, please refer to this page:  https://www.davao.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00229.html