FDC Job Postings

8/6/2019 FDC Job Postings

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Freedom from Debt Coalition11 Matimpiin St., Brgy. Pinyahan, Quezon City 1100, PhilippinesPhone: +63.2.921.1985 * Telefax: +63.2.924.6399Website: www.fdc.ph * Email: [email protected]

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Freedom from Debt Coalition (FDC) is a nationwide multi-sectoral coalition conducting advocacywork in the national, local and international arenas, to realize a common framework and agendafor economic development.

FDC believes in the following: Human Development Equity, Economic Rights, Economic Justice Democratizing the Economy Sustainable Economy Economic Growth (that is humane, equitable, sustainable) The Role the State Must Play in the Economy Economic Sovereignty and National Self-Reliance Global Economic Relations

For 2011 to 2013, FDC is looking for staff that would passionately pursue its peoples agenda.FDC is in need of:

1. Debt and Public Finance Program Coordinator2. Debt and Public Finance Program Support Staff3. Water Program Coordinator4. Climate Program Coordinator5. Women and Gender Program Officer6. Internal Education and Membership Officer

FDC offers competitive compensation. Kindly read the attachment for details of the jobdescriptions and qualifications. For more information on FDCs work, kindly visitwww.fdc.ph.

Interested applicants may submit their letter of application and CV on or before July 15, 2011to:

Mr. Milo TanchulingFDC Secretary-General

Email:[email protected]
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Job Description for Debt and Public Finance Program Coordinator

Responsibilities:

1. Takes the lead in the planning and implementation of the Coalitions 2011-2013 Programon Debt and Public Finance;

2. Drafts the work plans of the program.3. Prepares and submits draft reports on the implementation of the program to the

Secretary-General.4. Heads the implementation of the campaign work of the program.

a. Conduct public education work: forums, conferences, community discussions, etc.b. Build partnership with organized groups for implementation of activities and/or

campaigns.c. Build and maintain campaign and issue-based networks.d. Develop champions among lawmakers and personalities.e. Build international solidarity.f. Coordinate with Communication and Media Officer in developing, producing and

distributing public information materials.g. Organize public events, creative actions, and mass actions.h. Writes position papers and media releases and coordinate with Communication and

Media Officer in conducting media activities.i. Maximize the use of social networking sites.

5. Oversees the research and publication work and education and membership work of theprogram.

6. Support the Secretary-General in raising funds and other resources for the program.Qualifications:

1. A background in the social movements2. A considerable experience in public campaigns, advocacy and research, with knowledge

and understanding of debt and public finance3. Extensive experience in all aspects of program management (assessment, design,

implementation, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and fund resource management)4. Preferably with an academic background in economics, public administration, or banking

and finance.5. Strong commitment to and affinity with gender equity6. Planning and very good communication (written and verbal) skills7. Strong personal initiative and self-motivation, with ability to work well in a team and

independently.


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Job Description for Debt and Public Finance Program Support Staff

Responsibilities:

1. Assists in the planning and implementation of the Coalitions 2011-2013 Program onDebt and Public Finance;

2. Aids the Program Coordinator in drafting the work plans of the program.3. Implements the research, publication, and education and membership work of the

program.a. Coordinate with program coordinators in developing the concept and design of

annual research agenda.b. Develop issue briefs and analyses, critique, position and policy papers, resource

materials.c. Maintain and improve the database system and collection of pertinent research and

academic materials.d. Conduct specific researches and/or oversee contracted research work.e. Network with experts and key informants.f. Build consensus among and within the Executive Committee and/or Board of

Trustees.g. Develop and distribute publication materials.h. Provide technical support to both education and public campaign cluster.i. Coordinate with program coordinators in developing the concept and design of

internal education agenda.j. Develop education modules and produce education materials.k. Implement internal education for FDC constituency: chapters, national and local

organizations, individual members, board members and secretariat.l. Develop and maintain education machinery.m. Develop and maintain experts and leaders.n. Conduct activities that will consolidate and expand FDC membership.

4. Assists the Program Coordinator in the implementation of the campaign work of theprogram.

Qualifications:

1. A considerable experience in public campaigns, advocacy and research, with knowledgeand understanding of debt and public finance

2. Preferably with an academic background on economics, public administration, orbanking and finance.

3. Strong commitment to and affinity with gender equity4. Very good communication (written and verbal) skills5. Strong personal initiative and self-motivation, with ability to work well in a team and

independently.


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Job Description for Water Program Coordinator

Responsibilities:

1. Takes the lead in the planning and implementation of the Coalitions 2011-2013 Program onWater;

2. Drafts the three-year, operational, and work plans of the program.3. Prepares and submits draft reports on the implementation of the program to the Secretary-

General.4. Heads the implementation of the advocacy work of the program.5. Oversees the research and publication work and education and membership work of the

program.a. Coordinate with program coordinators in developing the concept and design of annual

research agenda.b. Develop issue briefs and analyses, critique, position and policy papers, resource materials.c. Maintain and improve the database system and collection of pertinent research and academic

materials.d. Conduct specific researches and/or oversee contracted research work.e. Network with experts and key informants.f. Build consensus among and within the Executive Committee and/or Board of Trustees.g. Develop and distribute publication materials.h. Provide technical support to both education and public campaign cluster.i. Coordinate with program coordinators in developing the concept and design of internal

education agenda.j. Develop education modules and produce education materials.k. Implement internal education for FDC constituency: chapters, national and local

organizations, individual members, board members and secretariat.

l. Develop and maintain education machinery.m. Develop and maintain experts and leaders.n. Conduct activities that will consolidate and expand FDC membership.


1. A background in the social movements2. A considerable experience in public campaigns, advocacy and research, with knowledge and

understanding of water and public utilities advocacy3. Extensive experience in all aspects of program management (assessment, design,

implementation, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and fund resource management)4. Preferably with an academic background in economics or the natural sciences

or their equivalent

5. Strong commitment to and affinity with gender equity6. Strategic thinking and excellent communication (written and verbal) skills7. Strong personal initiative and self-motivation, with ability to work well in a team and

independently.


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Job Description for Climate Finance Program Coordinator

Responsibilities:

1. Takes the lead in the planning and implementation of the Coalitions 2011-2013 Programon Climate Finance;

2. Drafts work plans of the program.3. Prepares and submits draft reports on the implementation of the program to the

Secretary-General.4. Heads the implementation of the campaign work of the program.

a. Conduct public education work: forums, conferences, community discussions, etc.b. Build partnership with organized groups for implementation of activities and/or

campaigns.c. Build and maintain campaign and issue-based networks.d. Develop champions among lawmakers and personalities.e. Build international solidarity.f. Coordinate with Communication and Media Officer in developing, producing and

distributing public information materials.g. Organize public events, creative actions, and mass actions.h. Writes position papers and media releases and coordinate with Communication and

Media Officer in conducting media activities.i. Maximize the use of social networking sites.

5. Oversees the research and publication work and education and membership work of theprogram.


1. A background in the social movements2. A considerable experience in public campaigns, advocacy and research, with knowledge

and understanding of climate justice advocacy3. A considerable experience in all aspects of program management (assessment, design,

implementation, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and fund resource management)4. Preferably with an academic background in climate-related sciences5. Strong commitment to and affinity with gender equity6. Planning and very good communication (written and verbal) skills7. Strong personal initiative and self-motivation, with ability to work well in a team and

independently.


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Job Description for Women and Gender Program Officer

Responsibilities:

1. Works closely with the Sec Gen and responsible persons in campaigns and advocacywork to ensure that the WGP is carried out.

2. Monitors issues relevant to FDCs work, and prepares briefing papers on how womenand gender issues are implicated.

3. Prepares press releases and statements for important occasions/dates, or as conditionsmay require.

4. In coordination and consultation with the OSG, represents FDC in meetings and activitiesfor the purpose of ensuring that women and gender are adequately addressed in itsadvocacies and campaigns.

5. Leads and/or assists in research undertakings on women and gender, in relation toFDCs advocacies and campaigns.

6. Works with the FDC Womens Committee to collaborate on implementing and advancingthe WGP and find areas and ways of complementation and mutual support.

7. Leads in the study of womens perspectives and gendered analysis as they relate toeconomic policy advocacy and ensures their integration in FDCs advocacies andcampaigns.

8. Ensures the continued sensitization and education of the Secretariat to womensperspectives and gender issues; assists in efforts of the Board, the Execom and otherorgans of the coalition at raising consciousness on women and gender.

9. Conducts regular planning and assessment, and prepares regular reports on theprogress of the program.

10.Files FDCs resource materials on women and gender, and other materials important infacilitating and advancing the work of the program.

11.Monitors funding opportunities for project development and studies how FDC can tapinto these resources.

Qualifications:

1.Background in the social movements2.Affinity with and commitment to gender equity as an organizational ethic and as a

guiding principle in economic policy advocacy work3.A considerable experience in public campaigns, advocacy and research, with knowledge

and understanding of gender issues

4.Considerable experience in all aspects of program management (assessment, design,implementation, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and fund resource management)

5.Preferably, with training in feminist economics6.Strategic thinking and very good communication (written and verbal) skills7.Strong personal initiative and self-motivation, with ability to work well in a team and

independently.


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Job Description for Internal Education and Membership Officer

Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate with program coordinators in developing the concept and design of internaleducation agenda.

2. Develop education modules.3. Produce education materials.4. Implement internal education for FDC constituency: chapters, national and local

organizations, individual members, board members and secretariat.5. Develop and maintain education machinery.6. Develop and maintain experts and leaders.7. Conduct activities that will consolidate and expand FDC membership.

Qualifications:

1. A background in the social movements2. A considerable experience in public campaigns, advocacy and research, adult education,

with knowledge and understanding of debt and economic development issues3. Preferably with an academic background in education or its equivalent4. Strong commitment to and affinity with gender equity5. Very good communication (written and verbal) skills and training skills6. Strong personal initiative and self-motivation, with ability to work well in a team and

independently.

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