| 1. Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Response (40%) |
Lead program strategy and planning for the DRR program and inform the overall NSFI 5-year strategy. |
| Manage planning and implementation of NSFI’s Disaster Emergency Water Supply (DEWS) project and other relief initiatives. |
| Coordinate the Community Adoption for Disaster Preparedness, Prevention, and Mitigation Program. |
| Design resilience programs addressing vulnerabilities (settlements, water security, livelihoods, climate adaptation). |
| Coordinate with LGUs, DRRM Councils, and relevant stakeholders for joint response and recovery efforts. |
| Build partnerships with government, humanitarian organizations, and community groups for coordinated action. |
| Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of DRR programs and document community-level results. |
| 2. Grant Management & Partner Support (35%) |
Manage and oversee grants for partner NGOs, CSOs, and local organizations implementing DRR and emergency response projects. |
| Conduct due diligence and provide technical support in project design, budgeting, and reporting. |
| Ensure partner compliance with NSFI policies, donor requirements, and financial management standards. |
| Conduct regular field visits to monitor implementation and provide mentoring and problem-solving. |
| Facilitate partner training on CBDRM, project management, monitoring and evaluation, and compliance. |
| Support partners in setting up data collection tools, monitoring frameworks, and community engagement mechanisms. |
| Consolidate and review partner reports, ensuring timely and quality submissions. |
| Document and share good practices, lessons learned, and success stories from partner projects. |
| 3. Documentation, Reporting, & Knowledge Management (10%) |
Maintain comprehensive records of all DRR programs and partner activities. |
| Prepare timely and high-quality narrative and financial reports for internal management and donors. |
| Develop templates, assessment tools, and community action plan formats for the Community Adoption Program. |
| Produce case studies, success stories, and communications materials highlighting NSFI’s DRR work. |
| Maintain a knowledge repository of DRR tools, methodologies, and best practices. |
| Track project expenditures and ensure proper budget utilization and documentation. |
| 4. Policy Development & Advocacy (10%) |
Contribute to the development and review of NSFI’s DRR policies, frameworks, and strategies. |
| Help refine guidelines for community adoption—including selection criteria, sustainability, and graduation benchmarks. |
| Ensure program alignment with the Philippine DRRM Act of 2010 (RA 10121), the National DRRM Plan, and the Sendai Framework. |
| Represent NSFI in DRR-related coordination meetings, learning events, and advocacy platforms. |
| Support advocacy for inclusive DRRM that recognizes the role of vulnerable groups and community-led initiatives. |
| Contribute to proposal development and donor engagement to sustain and expand DRR programs. |
| 5. Other Tasks (5%) |
Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Executive Director. |
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Qualifications & Application Details
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| Education |
- **Required:** Bachelor’s degree in Disaster Management, Environmental Science, Development Studies, Social Work, Public Administration, or related fields.
- **Preferred:** Master’s degree or specialized training in DRR, humanitarian response, or community development.
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| Experience |
- At least 5 years of experience in DRR, emergency management, or humanitarian response.
- Demonstrated experience in CBDRM, community organizing, and partner or grant management.
- Familiarity with LGUs, local DRRM systems, and community-based organizations.
- Experience volunteering with disaster-related response organizations (PCGA, Red Cross, etc.).
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| Technical Skills |
- Sound knowledge of RA 10121, the National DRRM Plan, and international humanitarian standards (Sphere, CHS).
- Strong skills in project budgeting, financial monitoring, and donor compliance.
- Proficiency in MS Office, data management, and preferably project management or GIS tools.
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| Application Deadline |
Nov. 30, 2025 |
| How to Apply |
Send the following documents to the email address:
nsfijobs@gmail.com
- Cover letter highlighting relevant experience and motivation
- Updated CV with at least three professional references
- Sample of written work (report, case study, or DRR-related project document)
Subject Line: “Application – DRR Program Officer”
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