Ugat ng Kalusugan is seeking a Partnerships Director who will be reporting directly to the Executive Director. The Partnerships Director will play a critical role in leading the organization’s expansion and scaling efforts. This includes identifying and cultivating partnerships with key stakeholders, such as Local Government Units (LGUs), corporations, funders, and civil society organizations, to support and expand the organization’s mission and programs. The Partnerships Director will be instrumental in driving the organization’s growth by strategically identifying new opportunities for partnerships, overseeing the Health Systems Strengthening work, and developing plans to extend the organization’s impact to new regions. This role also involves supervising the Partnerships Coordinator and working closely with the Executive Director to secure funding and create sustainable relationships that support the organization’s scaling efforts.

This position will be Manila-based.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement partnership strategies and maintain a partnership pipeline that support the organization’s strategic priorities, expansion and scaling goals.
• Identify, cultivate, and manage strategic partnerships with funders, government agencies, corporations, and civil society organizations at global, regional, and local levels.
• Work closely with the Executive Director, Deputy Director, and Fundraising Manager to strengthen donor relationships and support fundraising efforts.
• Lead partnership development processes, including negotiation of agreements, due diligence, and compliance with safeguarding, anti-corruption, and ethical standards.
• Oversee public health systems strengthening partnerships and ensure alignment with national and regional health priorities.
• Collaborate with program teams to ensure partnerships support program implementation and growth.
• Track partnership engagement and opportunities through a partnerships database and monitor potential risks, and evaluate partnership effectiveness and impact.
• Supervise the Partnerships Coordinators in Manila and Palawan and represent the organization at external meetings, events, and media engagements.

Job Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as International Relations, Political Science, Public Policy, Development Studies, Public Administration, or related social sciences.
• At least 3 years of experience building and managing partnerships with diverse stakeholders, including engagement in policy advocacy.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of public health systems and reproductive health issues; familiarity with relevant Philippine policies (e.g., Universal Health Care, RH Law, HIV laws, SOGIE Equality Bill).
• Demonstrated leadership, strategic thinking, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and produce clear written reports and correspondence in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse partners while setting and managing expectations effectively.
• Resourceful, adaptable, and committed to the organization’s mission.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Desired:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience in areas such as Public Health, Medicine, Public Administration, or a related field
• Experience with fundraising and securing funding partnerships
• Experience as a resource person for TV, radio, internet, and print media 
• Ability to speak and understand local dialects is a plus

Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references (including at least one former supervisor) to jobs@rootsofhealth.org as soon as possible. 

Type: “Partnerships Director Position” in the subject line.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews. 

About Roots of Health / Ugat ng Kalusugan

Roots of Health /Ugat ng Kalusugan is a nonprofit organization focused on improving the health of women and girls, and their communities, in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, in the Philippines. We envision self-reliant women, young people and communities living healthy reproductive lives in Palawan. Roots of Health empowers women and girls to secure their right to health and freedom from violence, and to support and protect the health and well-being of their children. Our activities are guided by the international human rights framework, which includes a core belief that health is a human right, and activities are carried out using a community-based approach.