Local Resource Mobilization Specialist

The Organisation Plan International Pilipinas is a girl-centered community-focused non-government organization, serving the Philippines for the last 64 years. We are a newly locally registered Foundation, connected to 80+ Plan International offices worldwide.

Formation / Diplômes

We work with around 7,000 partner communities or barangays across the country, delivering programs on (PIER) Protection from Violence, Inclusive Health, Education to Economic Empowerment, and Resilience and Humanitarian. We have 30,000 sponsored children and 2.5 million program participants, co-creating lasting impact especially for girls. In 2023, the organization formally transitioned to strengthen its local presence and build stronger domestic fundraising capacity. As part of this transition, Plan International Pilipinas is expanding its Local Resource Mobilization (LRM) work to support financial sustainability, localization, and country ownership. This includes building partnerships with local institutions, growing individual giving, engaging alumni, and developing innovative fundraising initiatives such as Plan‑branded merchandise. All of these are guided by strong ethical fundraising and safeguarding standards. About the Role The  Local Resource Mobilization Specialist supports the planning and implementation of local fundraising and partnership initiatives. The role focuses on building relationships with Philippine‑based corporations, foundations, government agencies, and networks and supporting individual giving, alumni engagement, and merchandise‑based fundraising. The specialist works closely with internal teams to track progress, manage partnerships, and ensure compliance, learning, and results across all LRM activities. What You Will Do Strategy and Planning Support the development and implementation of the local resource mobilization strategy and annual plans Help identify priority local funding sources and growth opportunities Donor and Market Research Map and maintain information on local donors, including corporations, foundations, philanthropies, government funding opportunities, alumni networks, and individual donors

Develop and update donor and partner profiles, including priorities, funding requirements, and engagement history Corporate Partnerships Identify and support partnerships with local corporations, foundations, government agencies, and business networks. Work with various internal teams to develop partnership concepts aligned with Plan International’s priorities and partners’ goals Individual Giving and Public Fundraising Support individual giving initiatives such as digital campaigns, events, or payroll giving. Coordinate with relevant teams on donor messaging and fundraising materials Alumni Engagement Support the development of an alumni engagement approach for former program participants, youth leaders, volunteers, interns, and staff Merchandise and Innovative Fundraising Support the development and rollout of Plan‑branded, mission‑aligned merchandise Coordinate with the relevant internal teams and provide market insights and local linkages Monitoring and Reporting Track progress against the LRM Plan and key performance indicators Support reporting, documentation of learning, and compliance with internal controls What We’re Looking For Education Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Development, or a related field

Expérience

3–5 years of experience in fundraising, partnerships, business development, or resource mobilization Experience working with Philippine‑based donors, corporate partners, or local institutions Experience with NGOs or INGOs involved in local fundraising Experience in CSR partnerships, alumni engagement, or merchandise‑based fundraising is an advantage.

Results‑focused and strategic – able to plan, prioritize, and deliver measurable outcomes Strong relationship‑building skills —confident engaging and negotiating with diverse stakeholders Creative and proactive – able to identify and pursue new fundraising opportunities Why Join Us? This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing local fundraising function and support meaningful, locally driven development work for children and young people in the Philippines.

Localisation

Type of Role: Fixed-term (one year contract) Reports to: Resource Mobilization Director Flexible working arrangements Competitive compensation package (local T&C)

Autres informations

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for. We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas. We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion. Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into

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