Development & Scholarships Coordinator Manila

Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade; Wellington; On-site; NZD 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

New Zealand Embassy Manila is seeking a Development Support Officer to help deliver New Zealand's development programme in the Philippines. You will support scholarship activities, coordinate events, and engage with partners to ensure effective delivery of development activities.

The role involves administration, stakeholder engagement, communications, and project support within a small, collaborative team. A relevant tertiary qualification and several years of related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in business administration, project management, development studies, international relations, communications, or related discipline.
• At least three years' experience in administration, programme coordination, project management, development programmes, or related field.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Filipino.
• Knowledge of Mindanao languages would be an advantage.
• Experience coordinating events, logistics, stakeholder engagement, or public-facing programmes.
• Ability to analyse information and prepare clear reports, briefings, and correspondence.
• Strong relationship management skills with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship Programme and alumni engagement activities.
• Support the delivery of development programmes and partnerships.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders across government, education, and development sectors.
• Coordinate meetings, events, visits, and communications activities.
• Manage programme administration, project contracts, budgets, and reporting.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Event coordination

Education

Business administration

Project management

Development studies

International relations

Communications

Job description

New Zealand Embassy Manila is seeking a Development Support Officer to help deliver New Zealand's development programme in the Philippines. You will support scholarship activities, coordinate events, and engage with partners to ensure effective delivery of development activities.

The role involves administration, stakeholder engagement, communications, and project support within a small, collaborative team. A relevant tertiary qualification and several years of related experience are preferred.