Programme Officer (Emergency Response Readiness)

The Programme Officer (Emergency Response Readiness) position is based in Legazpi City, Philippines, focusing on disaster management and climate mobility projects. Responsibilities include program development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, coordination, and emergency response support. The role involves direct field presence for operational coordination and collaboration with various teams and local authorities. This is a full-time, onsite position under the IOM.
Deadline to apply is 5 April 2026Please apply via : https://app.unv.org/opportunities/1784888021267184*Description of assignment title**
Programme Officer
Assignment country
Philippines
Duty stations
Legazpi
Work location
On UN premises
Host entity
IOM
Modality
Onsite
Type
National
Volunteer category
Associate
Work arrangement
Full-time
Number of Assignments
1
Context
The UN Volunteer will be based in Legazpi, which functions as the mission’s Emergency and climate Hub for Luzon Region. The hub hosts the national warehouse and pre‑positioned emergency stocks, serving as the operational base for rapid deployment to areas frequently affected by typhoons, flooding, volcanic activity, and other cyclical natural hazards.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in the Philippines, and under the primary supervision of the National Emergency Preparedness and Response Officer for all emergency‑related matters—and the secondary supervision of the Head of Programmes for other programmatic issues—the position will ensure continuous operational coordination with Manila‑based programme, supply chain, finance, and emergency teams, while maintaining day‑to‑day field presence to support preparedness, response, and logistics operations from the Emergency Hub.


Task Description
Programme Development & Planning
Contribute to the design of disaster management and climate mobility projects, including preparedness, early recovery, Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), anticipatory action, and response ensuring alignment with country priorities and donor requirements.Support the development of concept notes and proposals, including technical inputs on hazard trends, rapid needs data, risk modelling, and logistical feasibility.Assist in mapping recurrent hazard cycles and integrating seasonal contingency planning into programme designs.
Programme Implementation
Coordinate day to day implementation of disaster and climate-related activities in the sub-office area of responsibility, ensuring compliance with IOM standards and donor agreements.Facilitate operational planning with supply chain, procurement, fleet, warehousing, and field logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of relief items and services.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
Support the development and roll out of M&E tools for emergency and climate programmes, including situation reports, distribution monitoring, post distribution monitoring, and lessons learned processes.Contribute to donor reports, weekly updates, and internal dashboards related to disaster response operations.
Coordination & Representation
Facilitate seamless coordination between field operations in Legazpi and the Manila‑based programme and emergency units, ensuring regular information flow and alignment of operational decisions.Represent IOM in sectoral/cluster meetings as delegated (Shelter, Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), WASH, Multi-Purpose Cash Assistance (MPCA), Logistics, or DRR coordination platforms).Maintain regular communication with local government authorities, community structures, UN agencies, and partners involved in disaster preparedness and response.
Preparedness & Emergency Response
Support the update and activation of contingency plans, early warning triggers, and pre positioning strategies for recurrent hazard cycles.Participate in rapid assessments and emergency deployments within the country.Contribute to maintaining emergency rosters, mapping suppliers, and pre arranging logistical pathways for fast moving responses.Oversee routine operational checks of the Legazpi warehouse, including stock levels, pre‑positioned kits, and readiness of deployment assets, in coordination with Supply Chain colleagues.
Resource Management & Compliance
Assist in planning and monitoring programme budgets, ensuring proper use of resources and adherence to donor and IOM rules.Ensure compliance with environmental, protection, and accountability standards.
Other Duties
Perform other related duties as assigned.Relevant work experience
7 years
Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Filipino, Level: Fluent, Required


French, Level: Fair, Desirable


Spanish, Level: Fair, Desirable


Required education level
Master's degree in Project Management, Disaster Management, Humanitarian Affairs, Internationa