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CAREERS IN CONSERVATION

Rise up to the challenge and help us make a better world for the Philippine Eagle and the Filipino people. Explore our job openings below and apply today!

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(1) Veterinary Technician

This opening is URGENT, applications are encouraged to be sent ASAP.

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​​Key Responsibilities:

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  • Biosecurity & Animal Husbandry Protocols:

    • Assist in implementing biosecurity and disease-prevention measures and other animal husbandry protocols, ensuring all SOPs are followed and documented.

  • Raptor & Exhibit Animal Care:

    • Care and upkeep of non-Philippine eagle raptors and/or exhibit animals as assigned by the Senior Animal Keeper, ensuring animal welfare and exhibit standards are maintained.

  • Clinical Support & Animal Health Monitoring:

    • Assist with routine exams, sample collection, surgery prep and emergency interventions.

    • Administer all prescribed treatments (oral, injectable, topical) and document dose, timing and animal response within 24 hours.

    • Respond to keeper reports of any abnormalities, ensuring immediate documentation and coordination for veterinary follow-up.

  • Laboratory & Diagnostic Procedures:

    • Prepare and sterilize surgical instruments, trays and containment gear for medical procedures.

    • Collect and process monthly fecal samples and assist with in-house parasite diagnostics.

    • Support blood draws and package samples correctly for external labs, maintaining chain-of-custody and temperature control.

  • Medical Documentation & Reporting:

    • Update individual health records (physical logs and digital databases) within 48 hours of any treatment or procedure.

    • Generate a monthly veterinary summary covering interventions, mortalities, disease trends and recommendations.

    • Participate in quarterly reviews of medical data to refine SOPs and preventative care protocols.

  • Medical Inventory & Equipment Management:

    • Conduct bi-weekly inventories of drugs, consumables and equipment; submit restock requests before levels fall below minimum thresholds.

    • Monitor expiry dates on vaccines and medicines, removing them two weeks before expiration.

    • Log veterinary fridge/freezer temperatures twice daily and maintain 100% completion of cleaning and sanitation checklists.

  • Facility Sanitation & Disinfection:

    • Maintain cleanliness and perform daily disinfection of the raptor hospital and laboratory areas.

    • Complete and sign off a daily sanitation checklist covering floors, work surfaces, isolation rooms and high-touch equipment.

  • Keeper Coordination & Facility Integration:

    • Assist keepers with animal restraint, transfers and post-operative care.

    • Participate in breeding events (egg candling, incubation, chick feeding) and maintain related logbooks.

    • Act as liaison to identify early signs of disease or quarantine breaches.

  • Capacity Building:

    • Attend at least two external workshops or trainings on veterinary care or raptor health each year.

    • Co-facilitate one internal orientation annually on topics like zoonoses, first aid or bite management.

    • Mentor interns, volunteers or new keepers in basic medical procedures and recordkeeping.

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Qualifications:

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  • Graduate of a recognized Veterinary Nurse or Veterinary Technician program, or a non-licensed veterinarian.

  • Experience in wildlife animal husbandry or clinical or wildlife veterinary settings is preferred.

  • Strong recordkeeping, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

  • Basic proficiency with digital health record systems and laboratory equipment.

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Please see detailed Terms of Reference and Key Performance Indicators: https://tinyurl.com/KPIandTOR

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Application Process:

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Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, and resume to: info@philippineeaglefoundation.org and CC: sunbird2371@yahoo.com & pheaglefdn1987@gmail.com. Please indicate “Veterinary Technician” in the subject line. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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Address your letter to: Mr. Dennis Joseph I. Salvador, Executive Director Philippine Eagle Foundation

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PEF values diversity and inclusivity. All qualified candidates—regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, disability, or orientation—are encouraged to apply.​​​​​​​​

(1) HR Officer

This opening is URGENT, applications are encouraged to be sent ASAP.

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​​Key Responsibilities:

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  • Recruitment & Onboarding: Post vacancies, screen CVs, schedule interviews, draft contracts, and prepare orientation packs.

  • Employee Records & HRIS: Keep 201 files current and track leave, movement orders, and contract renewals.

  • Payroll & Benefits Liaison: Gather timesheets, overtime logs, and benefit claims; relay accurate data to Finance and answer routine benefits queries.

  • Training & Development Logistics: Arrange venues/Zoom links, attendance sheets, and evaluation forms; keep a simple skills‑tracking sheet.

  • Employee Relations: Act as the friendly first point of contact for staff and supervisors, mediate minor conflicts, and escalate complex cases promptly to the Executive Director.

  • Policy & Compliance Support: Help update the HR Manual, circulate policy memos, and assist with DOLE/SSS/PhilHealth/Pag‑IBIG reporting.

  • Employee Engagement & Culture: Organize birthday greetings, wellness activities, and conservation‑themed team‑building events.

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Qualifications:

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  • Education

    • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Psychology, Business Administration, or related field

  • Experience

    • 2–3 years in any HR or administrative support role (internships count toward the total)

  • Knowledge & Skills

    • Basic grasp of PH labor basics (SSS, Pag‑IBIG, PhilHealth, DOLE)

    • Good MS Office or Google Workspace skills

    • Organized, discreet, and service‑oriented

  • Nice‑to‑Have

    • HR short courses or CHRP units

    • NGO, school, or small‑team background

    • Conversational Bisaya

 

Please see detailed Terms of Reference: https://tinyurl.com/HROfficerAdmin 

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Application Process:

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Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and two professional referees (name, position, contact details)

to: info@philippineeaglefoundation.org and CC: sunbird2371@yahoo.com & pheaglefdn1987@gmail.com. Please indicate “HR Officer” in the subject line. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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Address your letter to: Mr. Dennis Joseph I. Salvador, Executive Director Philippine Eagle Foundation

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PEF values diversity and inclusivity. All qualified candidates—regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, disability, or orientation—are encouraged to apply.​​​​

(1) Development Manager

This opening is URGENT, applications are encouraged to be sent ASAP.

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​​Key Responsibilities:

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  • Team Leadership & Performance: Guide and support your team by holding weekly huddles and monthly individual check-ins. This fosters alignment, progress tracking, and quick resolution of obstacles.

  • Annual Plan Coordination: Draft a development and communications plan that reflects income, publicity, and brand priorities. Work with program managers to align the plan with institutional needs and secure timely approval from leadership.

  • Income Growth: Oversee and integrate various fundraising strategies (events, merchandise, campaigns) to increase unrestricted income by 20% over 2024 levels.

  • High-Value Donor & Partnership Cultivation: Serve as the main point person for donor recruitment and stewardship. Use the Akubo CRM system to assess and upgrade existing partners – including current eagle adopters – into higher levels of support.

  • Trustee Engagement: Prepare materials and reports for the Board of Trustees, follow up on action items, and lead trustee-initiated fundraising initiatives.

  • Elevate Adopt-an-Eagle Donor: Collaborate with the Fundraising Officer to assess and cultivate existing adopters and secure new sponsorships through targeted outreach and upgrades.

  • Public Relations & Communications Oversight: Act as the Foundation’s lead PR officer. Approve key communication outputs and build media relationships to secure at least 8 positive features per year.

  • Creative Content Strategy: Guide the creation of a monetization roadmap and infrastructure upgrade plan to support digital revenue generation by 2026.

  • Cross-Program Coordination: Work closely with other program managers to identify funding needs and align resource mobilization efforts.

  • Budget Management: Draft and monitor the development budget, approve expenses, and maintain variance within 5%.

  • Administrative Coordination: Request and track documents from the Corporate Secretary including Secretary Certificates, GIS, and legal confirmations.

  • Progress Reporting: Submit quarterly Development Scorecards detailing progress, challenges, and next steps.

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Qualifications:

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  • Bachelor’s in Business, Marketing, Communications or related (Post-grad or CFRE preferred)

  • 5+ years in fundraising or communications, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role

  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding income targets

  • Strong budgeting, data analysis and reporting skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication; comfortable with VIP donors and Board members

  • Proficient with CRM systems and digital marketing metrics

 

Please see detailed Terms of Reference.

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Application Process:

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Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and two professional referees (name, position, contact details)

to: info@philippineeaglefoundation.org and CC: sunbird2371@yahoo.com & pheaglefdn1987@gmail.com. Please indicate “Development Manager” in the subject line. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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Address your letter to: Mr. Dennis Joseph I. Salvador, Executive Director Philippine Eagle Foundation

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PEF values diversity and inclusivity. All qualified candidates—regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, disability, or orientation—are encouraged to apply.​​​​

(1) PEC Manager

This opening is URGENT, applications are encouraged to be sent ASAP.

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​​Key Responsibilities:

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  • Center Operations: Oversee ticketing, visitor services, and safety. Coordinate with the Maintenance Supervisor (via Logistics) for implementation of repairs and scheduled maintenance. Update and enforce operational SOPs. Manage inventories, schedules, and utilities.

  • Animal Welfare Coordination: Coordinate with the Animal Welfare and Database Officer, Conservation Breeding, and Veterinary teams to ensure enclosures meet species-specific standards for cleanliness, space, enrichment and welfare; support implementation of care protocols, enrichment plans, and emergency response procedures.

  • Facility & Exhibit Management: Maintain visitor areas, exhibits and signage. Recommend and implement at least two thematic improvements per year to enhance site appeal and align with the annual education theme.

  • Staff Supervision: Supervise the Education Officer, the Internship & Volunteer Engagement Officer, the Reception & Ticket Clerk and the Gift Shop Clerk—setting clear objectives, holding regular one-on-one check-ins, and conducting semi-annual appraisals.

  • Financial Oversight: Monitor revenues from entrance fees and retail outlets. Ensure proper cash handling, timely remittances and accurate financial records.

  • Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinate with LGUs, community partners and public institutions. Represent PEC in meetings, VIP visits and partnership activities.

  • Visitor Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for guest concerns and grievances. Ensure timely resolution and proper documentation, and overall visitor satisfaction.

  • Academic Coordination: Approve and check recommendations of Memoranda of Agreements (MOAs) with schools and academic institutions for internships, immersions, and OJT programs.

  • Education Programming: Brainstorm with Education Officers and implement annual education theme that guides content, displays, and interpretive materials across the Center;

  • Reporting & Administration: Prepare and submit monthly operational, financial, and animal-care reports. Track progress against targets and recommend corrective actions.

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Qualifications:

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  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Education, Tourism, or a related field;

  • At least 3 years of experience managing a facility, educational institution, or tourism site;

  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills: capable of managing diverse teams;

  • Excellent guest service orientation with strong verbal and written communication skills;

  • Experience in coordinating with government, academic, and community stakeholders;

  • Familiarity with animal welfare standards and conservation education is an advantage;

  • Organized and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities;

  • Ability to work weekends, holidays, and during special events as needed.

 

Please see detailed Terms of Reference.

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Application Process:

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Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and two professional referees (name, position, contact details)

to: info@philippineeaglefoundation.org and CC: sunbird2371@yahoo.com & pheaglefdn1987@gmail.com. Please indicate “PEC Manager” in the subject line. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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Address your letter to: Mr. Dennis Joseph I. Salvador, Executive Director Philippine Eagle Foundation

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PEF values diversity and inclusivity. All qualified candidates—regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, disability, or orientation—are encouraged to apply.​​​​

CONTACT US

Philippine Eagle Center

Malagos, Baguio District,

Davao City, 8018

+63 917 708 9084

+63 82 324 1860

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