Strategic Partnerships & Innovation Lead

World Food Programme; Manila; On-site; PHP 2,009,000 - 2,902,000; Part time

Job summary

World Food Programme in Manila seeks a Strategic Engagement and Special Projects Coordinator to support senior leadership with strategic engagement, partnerships, and innovation initiatives. The role focuses on translating policy into practical action and coordinating cross‑unit workstreams to advance programmatic priorities.

The position requires strong analytical and communication skills, experience with government and donors, and the ability to manage multiple strategic initiatives in a

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant field as listed.
• 5–10 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience supporting senior leadership in development or humanitarian contexts.
• Experience in partnership development, proposals, or innovative design.
• Exposure to government engagement in middle‑income or transition contexts.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic engagement with government, donors, IFIs and private sector partners.
• Provide political economy insights, background analyses and stakeholder mapping.
• Participate in external forums and meetings with proper follow‑up.
• Translate policies and frameworks into audience‑appropriate language.
• Coordinate internal alignment between Programme, Partnerships and other units.
• Track progress on special projects and assist with problem‑solving.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Political judgement

Collaborative

Education

Advanced university degree in International Relations/Development/Public Policy/Political Science/Business Admin or related field

Job description

World Food Programme in Manila seeks a Strategic Engagement and Special Projects Coordinator to support senior leadership with strategic engagement, partnerships, and innovation initiatives. The role focuses on translating policy into practical action and coordinating cross‑unit workstreams to advance programmatic priorities.

The position requires strong analytical and communication skills, experience with government and donors, and the ability to manage multiple strategic initiatives in a