Ugat ng Kalusugan is seeking an HIV Programs Manager. The HIV Programs Manager leads the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Roots of Health’s HIV/AIDS programs. Reporting to the HIV Programs Director, this role manages the HIV Coordinator/s and program team, ensures program quality and compliance, and works across teams and with external stakeholders to strengthen prevention, testing, treatment, and support services. The HIV Programs Manager also plays a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the organization’s HIV-related work.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership

• Lead, supervise, and support a team of HIV program coordinators, setting clear priorities and providing regular coaching and feedback.
• Build team capacity through mentoring and, where needed, direct facilitation of training and HIV education sessions.

Program Design & Implementation

• Develop and execute comprehensive HIV/AIDS programs aligned with organizational goals and public health guidelines.
• Design and implement strategies to engage underserved and at-risk populations, addressing their specific needs and barriers to care.
• Stay current with developments in HIV/AIDS research, treatment, and prevention to inform program planning and decision-making.
• Collaborate with the other Roots of Health teams, and external partners to design and deliver effective prevention, testing, treatment, and support services.

Stakeholder Engagement & Advocacy

• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, healthcare providers, government agencies, and other stakeholders to increase program visibility and impact.
• Work with the  Media Team to develop educational materials, campaigns, and advocacy efforts that raise awareness of HIV/AIDS issues.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

• Oversee data collection, analysis, and reporting to measure program outcomes and identify areas for improvement.
• Monitor program activities against budgets, timelines, and performance targets.
• Prepare and present regular program reports to senior management and funders, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations.

Compliance

• Ensure all program activities comply with relevant regulations, protocols, and ethical standards

Job Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Nursing, Social Work, or a related field (advanced degree an advantage).
• Several years of experience managing HIV/AIDS or public health programs, including experience supervising staff.
• Demonstrated experience working with underserved or at-risk communities.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong knowledge of current HIV/AIDS research, treatment, and prevention strategies.
• Proven ability to build and sustain relationships with government agencies, healthcare providers, and community partners.
• Skilled in program monitoring and evaluation, including data-driven reporting to funders and leadership.
• Excellent facilitation and training skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to senior management and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, budgets, and timelines across a team.
• Commitment to stigma reduction and culturally sensitive, rights-based approaches to HIV care.

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. 

Please include “HIV Programs Manager” in the subject line.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

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

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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.