Roots of Health is seeking an HIV Program Coordinator. Reporting to the HIV Programs Manager, the HIV Program Coordinator supports the day-to-day implementation of Roots of Health’s HIV prevention and stigma-reduction initiatives. This role works closely with the HIV team and cross-functional teams (MEL, Media, Finance, and Admin) to coordinate activities, manage partnerships, support training delivery, and ensure programs are implemented on time, within budget, and in line with donor requirements.

This is a full-time position in Puerto Princesa City with a probation period up to six months, depending on performance. Salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits include PhilHealth, SSS, Pagibig, health insurance, 10 paid vacation days, 10 paid sick leave days, 5 paid leave for Holy Week, and 10 days paid leave between Christmas and New Year, 1 birthday leave, and 1 paid leave for the APE.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Program Implementation

• Coordinate day-to-day activities  for HIV prevention, testing, and stigma-reduction programs
• Support rollout of training (e.g., Peer Education Training, Community-based HIV Screening Training, etc.)
• Track project milestones and flag delays or bottlenecks to the Program Manager or Program Director

Partnership & Stakeholder Coordination

• Serve as a point of contact for local partners, including LGUs, Provincial/City/Municipal Health Offices, and community-based organizations
• Help organize and participate in kick-off meetings, partner check-ins, and community engagement activities.

Monitoring, Reporting & Documentation

• Work with MEL team to track project indicators and ensure timely, accurate data collection
• Maintain organized documentation of program materials and partner communications

Administrative & Logistics Support

• Coordinate logistics for trainings, workshops, and community events (venues, materials, participant lists)
• Support budget tracking and liaise with the Finance team on program-related expenses
• Assist with procurement and supply needs for program activities.
• Perform other necessary duties as assigned, that are well  within the skills and physician capability

Job Qualifications

• A university degree is preferred; however, candidates with a high school diploma who meet the experience and skill requirements are also encouraged to apply.
• Desirable qualifications include HIV-related training and a minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience in client-centered support, health or social service coordination, and/or work with vulnerable populations.
• Training in community-based HIV screening and counseling is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic, community-based setting.
• Familiarity with the Palawan context and fluency in Filipino; ability to speak Cuyonon [or any Indigenous Palawan language] is a plus.
• Commitment to the values of human rights, gender equality, youth empowerment, and reproductive health.

Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and contact information of 3 references to jobs@rootsofhealth.org as soon as possible.

Type: “HIV Program Coordinator Position” in the subject line.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

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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.