Field Implementation Manager in Manila

About Fhi 360

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, youth, research, technology, communication, and social marketing—creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 50 countries and all US states and territories.

Project Overview

FHI 360 has worked in the Philippines for over 30 years and have taken a comprehensive approach by providing holistic and cutting-edge solutions to help address the country’s health and development challenges. Leveraging a blend of global expertise and local insights, we have consistently strengthened community capacities, enhanced systems, and reinforced institutional frameworks for a sustainable impact. In partnership with the Government of the Philippines, civil society, academia, and the private sector, FHI 360 delivers integrated programs across critical sectors. Our initiatives have spanned essential health services – including HIV and epidemic control (COVID-19 and TB), health system strengthening, and global health security.

The U.S. Government’s (USG) Global Health Security (GHS) program provides life-saving assistance to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease threats which pose risks for public health outbreaks that could cost lives. As part of the USG’s GHS program, the STRengthening Infectious disease DEtection Systems (STRIDES) Activity advances cross-sectoral efforts to successfully identify, manage, and respond to infectious disease threats; detect and prevent further outbreaks; and instill confidence and trust in a country’s disease detection and surveillance structures and services.

Position Summary

The Field Implementation Manager leads and oversees a team of six Field Coordinators to deliver technical assistance and capacity‑building activities to the Regional Departments of Health and Agriculture, Local Government Units, and private and non‑government partners to support the achievement of STRIDES objectives. The Manager will also supervise two STRIDES staff members who will be seconded to the Department of Health. The role works closely with Technical Leads, the Project Operations Manager, the Finance Team, and consortium partners to ensure effective and coordinated service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

The Field Implementation Manager is responsible for the following tasks:

• Actively support the preparation of the annual work plan and budget (with monthly breakdown), ensuring alignment with STRIDES goals and coordination with consortium partners, DOH, DA, and local stakeholders.
• Identify implementation risks and develop mitigation measures to support smooth and timely activity delivery.
• Ensure technical assistance activities are delivered on schedule and documented according to FHI 360 policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular supervisory field visits to monitor progress, validate implementation status, and engage program partners.
• Address and resolve technical, administrative, and policy issues affecting activity implementation.
• Prepare monthly performance reports covering activity completion, progress toward objectives, budget utilization, and compliance with internal controls.
• Ensure staff adherence to institutional activity development, monitoring, and evaluation systems.
• Monitor sub‑contractor performance (if applicable), ensuring achievement of targets and compliance with contract terms.
• Supervise field coordinators using the FHI 360 Performance Management System, including annual performance planning, regular monitoring, and year‑end evaluations.
• Recruit, coach, and develop staff through on‑the‑job training, mentoring, and referrals for further capacity development.
• Serve as a resource person, trainer, or consultant in areas of specialization.
• Represent STRIDES and FHI 360 in NGO networks, consortia, and multisectoral or inter‑agency activities relevant to the work area.
• Coordinate with other FHI 360 units to ensure integrated technical and administrative support across related activities.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management to support STRIDES implementation.
  
  

Education/Required Job Experience

• Master's Degree (or equivalent) in public health, epidemiology, health administration, project management, international development, or related field, is preferred.
• Typically requires 7 years of relevant experience in implementing public health programs and/or supervising field teams, programs/services.
• Knowledge of USG and non-USG rules and regulations, common mechanisms of funding, contracting concepts and principles from the solicitation phase to post-award administration.
• Prior work experience in an NGO, government agency or private organization
• Demonstrated technical leadership and ability to manage projects, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of activities.
• Experience in working effectively across various teams within the project and organization and building and sustaining positive working relationships with non-government organizations, private sectors, government and other stakeholders.
  
  

Required Skills

• Demonstrated understanding of key public health principles
• Strong understanding of supervisory principles and processes.
• Articulate, professional, and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office and computer software skills.
• Good problem-solving skills, well organized, and detailed oriented.
• Ability to motivate, influence, and work well with others to achieve STRIDES objectives.
• Ability to exchange information, present recommendations and collaborate with colleagues and peers across STRIDES and externally as requested.
• Ability to influence others of the benefits/importance of an idea or plan of action and to gain their support or commitment.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to reach mutual points of agreement and benefit among peers and colleagues.
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• High level of attention to detail, and effectiveness under deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, team building and management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written English and Tagalog including documentation skills.
  
  

The expected hiring salary range for this role is PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000 for annual basic salary. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, market pay, and budget. For internal candidates, salary placement will also follow FHI 360’s current promotional increase guidelines.

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicant’s tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks.

FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

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