PCB : Kape Isla

Project Coordinator

COMPANY: Philippine Coffee Board, Inc.
JOB TITLE: Project Coordinator (Contractual)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Prepares and supervises project implementation based on scope of work, terms and conditions of the project.
Oversees roll out implementation within time line, budget and standards.
Controls and coordinates all field activities and operations inherent to the implementation of the project with direct reporting to the Steering Committee.
Conducts ocular inspection and monitors all activities with regard to the cooperatives’ / partners; performance.
Represents the company on all matters affecting the project within the limits set by the contract agreement.
Negotiates and makes decisions and recommendations as may be appropriate and within set authorization.
Prepares progress reports on the project on a weekly and monthly basis.
Monitors utilities consumption of the site if they are within the deliverables and budget of the company at all times.
Performs other related tasks that may be assigned from time to time.

REQUIREMENTS:

Male, graduate of Agriculture, Agri-Business or related course.
With at least two (2) years work experience, preferably related to project management.
With excellent Project Management skills, as well as written and verbal communications skills, analytical and decision-making skills.
Licensed driver, willing to work in Makati but must also be willing to travel to project areas.
Preferably can speak Ilocano.
Highly motivated and has the ability to coordinate multiple projects.
Must be highly organized, analytical and systematic individual.
Must have a sense of urgency and initiative to perform set duties even without instructions.
Can work under minimum supervision and able to cope up with pressures and deadlines.

Organic Program Officer

COMPANY: Philippine Coffee Board, Inc.
JOB TITLE: Organic Program Officer (Contractual)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Prepares and supervises project implementation based on scope of work, terms and conditions of the project and according to set standards on Organic Agriculture.
Controls and coordinates all field activities and operations inherent to the implementation of the project with direct reporting to the Steering Committee.
Examines the process of organic handling of cooperatives’ / partners seeking organic certification under the project by way of inspecting buildings, equipment, contamination risks, pest management, sales and production records among others.
Represents the company on all matters affecting the project within the limits set by the contract agreement.
Negotiates and makes decisions and recommendations as may be appropriate and within set authorization.
Prepares progress reports on the project on a weekly and monthly basis.
Performs other related tasks that may be assigned from time to time.

REQUIREMENTS:

Male, graduate of a course on economics, public administration, sociology, business management, agribusiness, marketing, community development, social work, entrepreneurship, development management and related degrees.
2-3 years experience on any or a combination of the above work engagement.
Training and experience in handling Organic Agriculture programs.
Experience in program development and policy development work involving government, NGOs, POs/communities, private sector, industry associations and financing institutions.
Linkage and networking skills with government agencies, LGUs, private sector, donor institutions as well as industry associations.
Working knowledge on the donor community, donor policies and public policy environment.
Background and knowledge on domestic and export markets for organic products, fair trade systems and organic standards and certification.
Licensed driver, willing to work in Makati City and willing to travel to project areas.