SENIOR DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

Department/Division:                                           :                    Ayala Foundation - USA (AFUSA) / Center for Social Development (CSD)

Location:                                                            :                    AFI BPI Office

Description of the Job:

The position directly reports to the Manager - AFUSA, and is tasked to assist in the partner relations, logistical and administrative functions of Ayala Foundation - USA.  Specifically, the job holder will perform the following tasks:

• Screen and process Grant Eligibility Applications and make recommendations (of approval or no approval) to the CSD Director or AFUSA Manager
• Process release of funds to local recipients
• Track potential recipients for cases of donor initiated donations
• Inform partners of donations received
• Gather reports from partner recipients
• Do capability-building activities for partner organizations
• Do research and draft GILAS proposals for US-based funders
• Maintain database of partners, mailing lists and other contacts
• Maintain the filing system i.e. individual partner files, active correspondences, transmittal letters, etc.
• Do administrative and logistical tasks for the unit i.e. prepare events, request for supplies, transportation, etc.
• Lend support in the following:
  • Recruitment of Philippine partner organizations
  • Coordination and liaison work with partner groups
  • Active campaigning to recruit more schools, colleges, and universities
  • Campaign activities for GILAS and other special projects
• Perform other duties that may be assigned by the immediate supervisor

• Graduate of Developmental Studies, Social Sciences, or other related field, with at least two years work experience
• With above-average computer skills, specifically MS Office
• Open to multi-tasking and task-sharing, people oriented and pleasant.