The Role
Lead and oversee field implementation of regenerative agriculture, school feeding, and livelihood activities across Southern Luzon. Manage field teams, coordinate stakeholders (LGUs, schools, cooperatives), ensure compliance with donor and organizational standards, oversee monitoring, reporting, logistics, safeguarding, and timely delivery of project outputs within budget.
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General Description
The Project Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the implementation of project activities across assigned project sites in Southern Luzon. The role ensures that field operations are delivered efficiently, on schedule, within approved budgets, and aligned with organizational goals, donor requirements, and implementation standards.
The position provides direct supervision and technical guidance to Field Coordinators and serves as the primary operational lead for community-level implementation. The role coordinates closely with LGUs, schools, farmer organizations, cooperatives, suppliers, and community stakeholders to support activities related to regenerative agriculture, climate-resilient livelihoods, local food systems, school feeding initiatives, and community-based enterprise development.
The Project Manager is also responsible for field monitoring, reporting, logistics management, stakeholder engagement, safeguarding compliance, and achievement of project deliverables within assigned implementation areas. The post reports to the Manager, Food Security and Nutrition Program, and will be based in a rural municipality in Southern Luzon.
Key responsibilities
• Cover Letter (1–2 pages) summarizing key competencies and skills relevant to the position
• Curriculum Vitae (3–5 pages)
• Contact Information (telephone number and email address)
• Three Character References, including addresses and contact email addresses/phone numbers
Closing date of application is 31 August 2026 or until a suitable candidate is identified.
Follow IIRR on social media to learn more about our work and to stay informed about future opportunities to join the organization.
We will respond to short-listed candidates only.
IIRR is an equal opportunity employer.
The Project Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the implementation of project activities across assigned project sites in Southern Luzon. The role ensures that field operations are delivered efficiently, on schedule, within approved budgets, and aligned with organizational goals, donor requirements, and implementation standards.
The position provides direct supervision and technical guidance to Field Coordinators and serves as the primary operational lead for community-level implementation. The role coordinates closely with LGUs, schools, farmer organizations, cooperatives, suppliers, and community stakeholders to support activities related to regenerative agriculture, climate-resilient livelihoods, local food systems, school feeding initiatives, and community-based enterprise development.
The Project Manager is also responsible for field monitoring, reporting, logistics management, stakeholder engagement, safeguarding compliance, and achievement of project deliverables within assigned implementation areas. The post reports to the Manager, Food Security and Nutrition Program, and will be based in a rural municipality in Southern Luzon.
Key responsibilities
1. Project Implementation and Operations Management
- Lead and oversee implementation of approved project workplans, field activities, and operational schedules
- Ensure timely delivery of project outputs, targets, and milestones
- Supervise field operations related to:
- regenerative and climate-smart agriculture
- school and community gardens
- livelihood and enterprise development
- community-based food production systems
- stakeholder consultations and trainings
- distribution of agricultural inputs, tools, and supplies
- Monitor implementation progress and resolve operational challenges
- Ensure efficient utilization of project resources, logistics, and materials
- Conduct regular field visits to monitor implementation quality and beneficiary participation
- Supervise, coach, and mentor Field Coordinators and field staff
- Assign tasks, monitor performance, and ensure accountability for deliverables
- Conduct regular coordination meetings and field briefings
- Provide technical and operational guidance to field teams
- Support staff development through mentoring and on-site coaching
- Build and maintain strong relationships with LGUs, schools, cooperatives, farmer groups, suppliers, and community leaders
- Coordinate with municipal and barangay officials to support project implementation and sustainability
- Facilitate stakeholder meetings, consultations, orientations, and trainings
- Represent the organization in field-level coordination and partnership activities
- Develop field implementation plans, schedules, and deployment strategies
- Coordinate with project, technical, procurement, finance, and field teams to ensure smooth implementation
- Ensure field activities comply with approved strategies and operational guidelines
- Oversee field data collection, monitoring, and documentation systems
- Monitor project progress against targets and key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Ensure completeness and accuracy of beneficiary records, reports, distribution documentation, and monitoring databases
- Consolidate and submit timely field reports and implementation updates
- Analyze implementation data and recommend operational improvements
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and operational procedures
- Support transparent and accountable implementation of field operations
- Ensure proper documentation and filing for audit and compliance purposes
- Monitor adherence to safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, and ethical standards
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Business Management, Agribusiness, Rural Development, Community Development, or related fields; a Master’s degree is an advantage
- At least 5-10 years of relevant experience in field operations, project management, or community development
- Experience working with LGUs, farmer groups, cooperatives, and community organizations
- Experience implementing agriculture, food security, nutrition-sensitive, or livelihood programs
- Familiarity with DepEd school feeding and related DA government food security programs
- Familiarity with community-based procurement systems and local government processes
- Proven managerial experience supervising and mentoring at least 3 staff members
- Strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
- Coaching, mentoring, delegation, and accountability management skills
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
- Facilitation and training experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong report writing, documentation, and presentation skills
• Cover Letter (1–2 pages) summarizing key competencies and skills relevant to the position
• Curriculum Vitae (3–5 pages)
• Contact Information (telephone number and email address)
• Three Character References, including addresses and contact email addresses/phone numbers
Closing date of application is 31 August 2026 or until a suitable candidate is identified.
Follow IIRR on social media to learn more about our work and to stay informed about future opportunities to join the organization.
We will respond to short-listed candidates only.
IIRR is an equal opportunity employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business Management, Agribusiness, Rural Development, Community Development, or related fields
- Master's degree (advantage)
- At least 5-10 years of relevant experience in field operations, project management, or community development
- Experience working with LGUs, farmer groups, cooperatives, and community organizations
- Experience implementing agriculture, food security, nutrition-sensitive, or livelihood programs
- Familiarity with DepEd school feeding and related DA government food security programs
- Familiarity with community-based procurement systems and local government processes
- Proven managerial experience supervising and mentoring at least 3 staff members
- Strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
- Coaching, mentoring, delegation, and accountability management skills
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
- Facilitation and training experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication; strong report writing, documentation, and presentation skills
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What We Do
The International Institute of Rural Reconstruction (IIRR) is a leading global NGO founded in 1960 dedicated to transforming rural lives. It empowers rural communities to build resilience and achieve socio-economic equity through community-led actions in health, education, and the environment. With a focus on sustainable agriculture and food production, IIRR's programs have impacted over 68 million people across five continents.
