HIV Programs Manager

Roots of Health; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Roots of Health in the Philippines seeks an HIV Programs Manager to lead planning, implementation, and evaluation of HIV/AIDS initiatives. Reporting to the HIV Programs Director, you will oversee the program team and ensure high-quality, compliant services.

You will collaborate with community partners, health facilities, and government agencies to strengthen prevention, testing, treatment, and support services, while incorporating rights-based, stigma-reducing approaches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nursing, Social Work or related field.
• Several years of experience managing HIV/AIDS or public health programs, including supervision of staff.
• Experience working with underserved or at-risk communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise HIV program coordinators and staff.
• Design and implement comprehensive HIV/AIDS programs aligned with guidelines.
• Engage underserved and at-risk populations; address barriers to care.
• Build relationships with community organizations, healthcare providers, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee data collection, analysis, and reporting to measure outcomes and inform improvements.
• Ensure program activities comply with relevant regulations and ethical standards.

Skills

HIV/AIDS knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Monitoring & evaluation

Training & facilitation

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nursing, Social Work

Job description

Position Summary

The HIV Programs Manager leads the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Roots of Health's HIV/AIDS programs. Reporting to the HIV Programs Director, this role manages the HIV Coordinator/s and program team, ensures program quality and compliance, and works across teams and with external stakeholders to strengthen prevention, testing, treatment, and support services. The HIV Programs Manager also plays a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the organization's HIV-related work.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership

• Lead, supervise, and support a team of HIV program coordinators, setting clear priorities and providing regular coaching and feedback.

• Build team capacity through mentoring and, where needed, direct facilitation of training and HIV education sessions.

Program Design & Implementation

• Develop and execute comprehensive HIV/AIDS programs aligned with organizational goals and public health guidelines.

• Design and implement strategies to engage underserved and at-risk populations, addressing their specific needs and barriers to care.

• Stay current with developments in HIV/AIDS research, treatment, and prevention to inform program planning and decision-making.

• Collaborate with the other Roots of Health teams, and external partners to design and deliver effective prevention, testing, treatment, and support services.

Stakeholder Engagement & Advocacy

• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, healthcare providers, government agencies, and other stakeholders to increase program visibility and impact.

• Work with the Media Team to develop educational materials, campaigns, and advocacy efforts that raise awareness of HIV/AIDS issues.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

• Oversee data collection, analysis, and reporting to measure program outcomes and identify areas for improvement.

• Monitor program activities against budgets, timelines, and performance targets.

• Prepare and present regular program reports to senior management and funders, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations.

Compliance

• Ensure all program activities comply with relevant regulations, protocols, and ethical standards.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nursing, Social Work, or a related field (advanced degree an advantage).

• Several years of experience managing HIV/AIDS or public health programs, including experience supervising staff.

• Demonstrated experience working with underserved or at-risk communities.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong knowledge of current HIV/AIDS research, treatment, and prevention strategies.

• Proven ability to build and sustain relationships with government agencies, healthcare providers, and community partners.

• Skilled in program monitoring and evaluation, including data-driven reporting to funders and leadership.

• Excellent facilitation and training skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to senior management and external stakeholders.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, budgets, and timelines across a team.

• Commitment to stigma reduction and culturally sensitive, rights-based approaches to HIV care.