CON 2026 053 | PhilHealth Systems Strengthening Specialist

IOM - International Organization for Migration; Sulu; On-site; PHP 1,107,000 - 2,214,000; Full time

Job summary

International Organization for Migration (IOM) invites applications for a Consultant role under the REACH-BaSulTa project, focusing on MNCH service access and PhilHealth benefits in Mindanao, Basilan, Sulu and Tawi-Tawi. The consultant will work under the Head of Sub-Office in Cotabato City and the National Migration Health Project Officer for MNCH.

The assignment involves technical analysis, capacity-building, and coordination with government counterparts to strengthen accreditation, claims

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance in PhilHealth gap analysis and facility-specific capacity strengthening.
• Support accreditation compliance and claims management processes for MNCH services.
• Review beneficiary profiling tools, and support community registration activities and enrolment efforts.

Job description

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Project Context and Scope

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)-funded Resilient and Equitable Access to Care and Health (REACH-BaSulTa) Project, aims to improve equitable access to quality maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) services among vulnerable and underserved populations across Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi. The project supports strengthening health systems, workforce capacity development, and improved access to PhilHealth benefits.

Despite progress in expanding PhilHealth coverage, significant gaps remain in BARMM, where only 41.4% of the household population was covered by PhilHealth according to the 2022 National Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS). Vulnerable populations continue to face barriers to enrolment and benefit utilization, including limited awareness, documentation requirements, and geographical inaccessibility.

As of 2026, all six target health facilities have obtained or maintained PhilHealth accreditation, including for applicable Maternity Care Package (MCP) and Newborn Care Package (NCP) benefits. However, continued technical support is needed to strengthen accreditation compliance, claims management, reimbursement processes, and effective utilization of PhilHealth benefits. Under Outcome 2, the project supports improved MNCH practices and health-seeking behaviors through strengthened access to financial protection and community-based PhilHealth awareness and enrolment initiatives.

Under the overall guidance of the Head of Sub-Office in Cotabato City and direct supervision of the National Migration Health Project Officer for MNCH, the Consultant will provide technical assistance in PhilHealth gap analysis, facility-specific capacity strengthening, accreditation compliance, technical training, and community awareness and enrolment support. The Consultant will also review existing beneficiary profiling and monitoring tools, support implementation of community registration activities, and document results and recommendations in coordination with relevant government counterparts.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

IOM Migration Health Unit in Mindanao