The position provides direct supervision and technical guidance to Field Coordinators and serves as the primary operational lead for community-level implementation. The role coordinates closely with LGUs, schools, farmer organizations, cooperatives, suppliers, and community stakeholders to support activities related to regenerative agriculture, climate-resilient livelihoods, local food systems, school feeding initiatives, and community-based enterprise development.
The Project Field Manager is also responsible for field monitoring, reporting, logistics management, stakeholder engagement, safeguarding compliance, and achievement of project deliverables within assigned implementation areas. The post reports to the Project Manager and will be based in BARMM.
Key responsibilities
Project Implementation and Operations Management
Lead and oversee implementation of approved project workplans, field activities, and operational schedules
Ensure timely delivery of project outputs, targets, and milestones
Supervise field operations related to:
regenerative and climate-smart agriculture
school and community gardens
livelihood and enterprise development
community-based food production systems
stakeholder consultations and trainings
distribution of agricultural inputs, tools, and supplies
Monitor implementation progress and resolve operational challenges
Ensure efficient utilization of project resources, logistics, and materials
Conduct regular field visits to monitor implementation quality and beneficiary participation
2. Leadership and Team Management
Supervise, coach, and mentor Field Coordinators and field staff
Assign tasks, monitor performance, and ensure accountability for deliverables
Conduct regular coordination meetings and field briefings
Provide technical and operational guidance to field teams
Promote a collaborative and results-oriented working environment
Support staff development through mentoring and on-site coaching
3. Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with LGUs, BARMM ministries, schools, cooperatives, farmer groups, suppliers, and community leaders
Coordinate with municipal and barangay officials to support project implementation and sustainability
Facilitate stakeholder meetings, consultations, orientations, and trainings
Support engagement with schools and partners involved in food security and school feeding initiatives
Represent the organization in field-level coordination and partnership activities
4. Planning and Operational Coordination
Develop field implementation plans, schedules, and deployment strategies
Coordinate with project, technical, procurement, finance, and field teams to ensure smooth implementation
Ensure field activities comply with approved strategies and operational guidelines
Identify operational risks and develop mitigation measures
Support coordination of trainings, distributions, monitoring visits, and logistics requirements
5. Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning, and Reporting
Oversee field data collection, monitoring, and documentation systems
Monitor project progress against targets and key performance indicators (KPIs)
Ensure completeness and accuracy of beneficiary records, reports, distribution documentation, and monitoring databases
Consolidate and submit timely field reports and implementation updates
Analyze implementation data and recommend operational improvements
Support MEL activities, including baseline, progress monitoring, and endline activities
6. Compliance, Safeguarding, and Accountability
Ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and operational procedures
Support transparent and accountable implementation of field operations
Ensure proper documentation and filing for audit and compliance purposes
Monitor adherence to safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, and ethical standards
Promote inclusion, transparency, accountability, and respect for local culture and community dynamics
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Business Management, Agribusiness, Rural Development, Community Development, or related fields; Master’s degree is an advantage
At least 5 years of relevant experience in field operations, project management, or community development
Experience working with LGUs, farmer groups, cooperatives, and community organizations
Experience implementing agriculture, food security, nutrition-sensitive, or livelihood programs in BARMM
Understanding of regenerative and climate-smart/resilient agriculture approaches
Familiarity with DepEd school feeding and related government food security programs
Familiarity with community-based procurement systems and local government processes
Proven managerial experience supervising and mentoring at least 3 staff members
Strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
Mediation, conflict resolution, and problem-solving abilities
Coaching, mentoring, delegation, and accountability management skills
Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
Facilitation and training experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong report writing, documentation, and presentation skills
Interested applicants who meet the above job criteria should submit the follow materials via the application portal:
Cover letter (1-2 page) that summarizes key competencies and skills relevant to the job
Curriculum vitae (3–5 page summary)
Contact information (telephone, email)
Three character references with address and contact email/phone numbers
Closing date of application is 31 May 2026 or until a suitable candidate is identified.
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