Program Development Officer (Scholarships)

Gokongwei Brothers Foundation; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 446,000 - 737,000; Full time

Job summary

Gokongwei Brothers Foundation is seeking a Program Development Officer to design and enhance scholarship programs, with emphasis on TeachSTEM Certificate Programs. You will collaborate with government agencies, academic partners, and experts to ensure alignment with educational standards and organizational goals.

You will lead evaluations, track outcomes, and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders while coordinating scholar selection, enrollment, and scheduling.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in Program Development and Evaluation, Partnerships, and Stakeholder Management.
• Strong analytical, organizational, presentation and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of education policies, certificate programs, adult learning, and professional development programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop new scholarship programs and review existing program frameworks, designs, and policies, with focus on TeachSTEM Certificate Programs.
• Collaborate with government agencies, academic institutions, and subject-matter experts to design programs meeting standards.
• Conduct regular program evaluations to assess effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare program documentation, reports, and presentations for stakeholders; maintain accurate records.
• Serve as a point of contact for stakeholders and partners; disseminate program updates and requirements.
• Lead the planning, rollout, and monitoring of the TeachSTEM certificate program; coordinate scholar selection, enrollment, and scheduling.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Program Development Officer is responsible for developing, and impoving, the design of scholarship programs, particularly certificate programs. The role ensures that program design aligns with organizational goals, addresses learners’ needs, and supports the development of high-quality educational opportunities for scholars.

Program Design and Development

• Develop new scholarship programs (as needed) and review existing program frameworks, designs, and policies, with a particular focus on TeachSTEM Certificate Programs.


• Collaborate with government agencies, academic institutions, and subject-matter experts to design programs that meet educational and industry standards.


• Ensure all programs align with the organization’s mission and strategic objectives.

Evaluation and Continuous Improvement

• Conduct regular program evaluations to assess effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.


• Collect and analyze feedback from scholars, partner institutions, and other stakeholders.


• Recommend and implement enhancements to program design, delivery, and outcomes.

Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare program documentation, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.


• Maintain accurate records relevant to role.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a point of contact for relevant stakeholders and partners.


• Support communication and dissemination of program updates, policies, and requirements.

TeachSTEM Implementation

• Lead the planning, rollout, and monitoring of the TeachSTEM certificate program.


• Coordinate scholar selection, enrollment, and program scheduling.


• Track scholar participation, completion rates, and progress

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in any field.


• 2-4 years of experience in Program Development and Evaluation, Partnerships, and Stakeholder Management.


• Strong analytical, organizational, presentation and project management skills.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Knowledge of education policies, certificate programs, adult learning, and professional development programs is a plus.