Project Officer (Community Development)
Job Location:
Cebu - Philippines
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Job Summary
ACCIONA is a global company leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65000 professionals present in more than 40 countries across the five continents all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference promote sustainable development and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change overpopulation and water scarcity Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
is ACCIONAs non-profit corporate foundation dedicated to promoting human development by providing vulnerable communities with access to clean energy safe water and proper sanitation. Through its innovative operating model which delivers affordable and sustainable services with the active participation of local communities has helped nearly 200000 people gain access to these essential basic services across Peru Mexico Panama Chile the Philippines Ethiopia South Africa the Dominican Republic and Spain.Learn more at .
Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct community engagement activities including consultations meetings trainings workshops selection of user representatives supervision of installations and other community-based initiatives.
- Support the receipt inventory and safekeeping of project equipment including the identification of suitable storage facilities within communities and other field logistics and procurement activities.
- Coordinate logistical requirements related to the transport distribution and installation of Solar Home Systems (SHS).
- Assist in the identification assessment design and procurement of installation infrastructure and related project requirements.
- Support the selection and onboarding of the local entrepreneur responsible for operating the Users Assistance Center (UAC) and provide ongoing technical and administrative support as needed.
- Build and strengthen partnerships with barangay and municipal local government units community leaders NGOs electric cooperatives civil society organizations and other stakeholders.
- Assist in identifying opportunities for project scaling through needs assessments project conceptualization planning and proposal development.
- Ensure project activities are implemented on time with quality and in accordance with approved work plans while maintaining effective coordination with project partners and stakeholders.
- Contribute to the preparation of project proposals reports case studies and communication materials.
- Perform finance and administrative tasks including the preparation of purchase requests processing and liquidation of cash advances and maintaining proper documentation and records.
- Safeguard and responsibly manage project funds equipment assets and other organizational resources.
- Prepare activity reports and maintain accurate project documentation.
- Undertake other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.
Required Skills and Competencies
- At least 4.5 years of professional experience in community development community organizing stakeholder management and sustainable development.
- Bachelors Degree in Community Development Engineering Project Management social sciences or a related field.
- Strong project implementation monitoring and reporting skills.
- Excellent communication facilitation and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently in remote and field-based environments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in English Tagalog and Bisaya is an advantage.
- Desirable: Background in energy supply technologies (solar) and WASH ( Water Sanitation Hygiene) projects.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Leadership initiative and the ability to work in a team.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively through face-to-face and virtual engagement.
- Willingness to travel to remote areas.
- Knowledge of the political social and cultural context of the area.
- Commitment to the values and mission of the foundation.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2024 & 2025 certification in Philippines. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin circumstances background or condition.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
ACCIONA has successfully delivered major infrastructure projects in Canada since 2000. Its leadership and experience span the entire value chain, from research and development to construction, operation and maintenance of projects.
