Local WPS Policy & Systems Strengthening Consultant

Relief International; Makati; Hybrid; PHP 1,339,000 - 2,009,000; Full time

Job summary

Relief International seeks a Policy Development and Systems Strengthening Consultant for a short-term engagement in the Philippines (Nov 3, 2026 – Dec 2, 2026). Travel to Bacolod, Naga, and Davao City is required with remote preparatory work.

The consultant will develop a model local WPS policy instrument and lead policy development workshops for LGUs, CSOs, and community stakeholders. The assignment emphasizes gender-responsive local governance, coordination, and budgeting linkages, with

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred in a relevant field (Gender and Development, Public Policy, etc).
• Proven experience supporting policy localization, ordinances, or local government instruments.
• Experience facilitating multi-stakeholder workshops and policy development sessions.

Responsibilities

• Review policy frameworks and develop a model local WPS policy instrument.
• Design and facilitate a one-day Policy Development Workshop for three batches.
• Design and facilitate a half-day WPS Systems Strengthening Workshop and map referral pathways.

Skills

Policy development

WPS localization

Facilitation

Stakeholder engagement

Policy review

Education

Master's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree with experience

Job description

Relief International seeks a Policy Development and Systems Strengthening Consultant for a short-term engagement in the Philippines (Nov 3, 2026 – Dec 2, 2026). Travel to Bacolod, Naga, and Davao City is required with remote preparatory work.

The consultant will develop a model local WPS policy instrument and lead policy development workshops for LGUs, CSOs, and community stakeholders. The assignment emphasizes gender-responsive local governance, coordination, and budgeting linkages, with