CAREERS IN CONSERVATION

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(1) Project Officer

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

Key Responsibilities:

Project Coordination and Implementation

Coordinate and conduct consultations with community leaders on the planning and implementation of project activities in Tambobong and other designated sites.
Support the establishment and facilitation of kids-based agroforestry initiatives led by Obu Manuvu youth.
Organize community orientations, trainings, workshops, and field activities related to regenerative agroforestry and indigenous ecological knowledge.
Facilitate planning and agreement-building with farm holders, community leaders, and landowners.
Ensure proper documentation and facilitate processes for the recognition and approval of Critical Habitat status.
Assist in forest restoration initiatives and other projects as needed.

Community Engagement

Engage and liaise with Obu Manuvu elders, leaders, youth, and other community members to promote inclusive and respectful participation.
Foster partnerships with local schools, youth groups, and cultural institutions to strengthen education and engagement efforts.

Monitoring and Reporting

Monitor project implementation, including documenting activities, outcomes, challenges, and success stories.
Prepare and submit regular reports to the Nature-based Solutions Manager and Culture-based Conservation Manager.
Assist in gathering data, photos, and community narratives for use in awareness campaigns, advocacy, and donor reporting.

Stakeholder Coordination

Coordinate closely with PEF staff, CEK Foundation representatives, local government units (LGUs), and partner organizations.
Represent the project in community meetings, coordination forums, and relevant stakeholder events.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Community Development, Environmental Science, Forestry, Education, or related field.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in project coordination, preferably in conservation, indigenous affairs, or rural development.
Demonstrated experience working with indigenous communities, including knowledge of traditional governance and cultural practices.
Familiarity with agroforestry practices and youth engagement strategies is an advantage.
Strong facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational and reporting capabilities.
Willingness and ability to work in remote, rural settings and travel within the project area.
Proficiency in local languages, especially Cebuano; knowledge of Obu Manuvu language is a strong advantage.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are asked to either fill out the Application Form or enter bit.ly/PEFApply.
Address your cover letter to: Mr. Dennis Joseph I. Salvador, Executive Director Philippine Eagle Foundation.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.

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

(1) Finance Staff

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

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Recording and Documentation

Record day-to-day financial transactions in the financial management system in accordance with PEF finance policies and donor requirements.
Maintain updated ledger, journal entries, and supporting schedules.
Ensure proper filing and safekeeping of vouchers, receipts, contracts, and financial documents.
Verify the completeness, accuracy, and validity of supporting documents before processing.

Disbursement and Payment Processing

Prepare Request for Payment (RFP), vouchers, and check/online payment instructions.
Assist in the preparation of various payments, reimbursements, and project expenses.
Coordinate with the bank for fund transfers, online payments, or deposit confirmations.
Monitor and track cash advances and ensure their timely liquidation.

Treasury and Banking

Record all receipts and collections.
Deposit cash collections, cash advance checks, and the like.
Monitor cash balances and assist in preparing bank reconciliation statements.
Track and monitor petty cash transactions.

Compliance and Reporting Support

Assist the Finance Manager in filing statutory reports such as BIR, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, SEC, PCNC, and LGUs.
Assist in maintaining financial records for audit and tax compliance.
Support the preparation of annual budgets, project budgets , and official financial reports.
Coordinate with internal and external auditors during inspections and reviews.

Donor and Project Support

Prepare financial documentation for donor-funded projects.
Track project-related expenses and help ensure compliance with funding conditions.
Assist in preparing donor financial reports and supporting schedules.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Financial Management, or a related business course.
Fresh graduates are highly encouraged to apply, or candidates with a maximum of one (1) year of experience in a bookkeeping or finance-related role.
Strong understanding of basic bookkeeping principles and general accounting procedures.
Familiarity with financial management systems (e.g., Google Sheets, ERP software) is an advantage.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet software.
Excellent organizational skills, with keen attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to maintain the confidentiality and integrity of financial data.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with banks, staff, and auditors.
Willingness to learn and perform any other work as directed by the Finance Manager.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are asked to either fill out the Application Form or enter bit.ly/PEFApply.
Address your cover letter to: Mr. Dennis Joseph I. Salvador, Executive Director, Philippine Eagle Foundation.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.

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

(1) Veterinary Technician

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

Key Responsibilities:

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.

Qualifications:

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.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are asked to either fill out the Application Form or enter bit.ly/PEFApply.
Address your cover letter to: Mr. Dennis Joseph I. Salvador, Executive Director, Philippine Eagle Foundation.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.

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