Child Participation and Partnership Officer

The Child Participation and Partnership Officer (CPPO) is part of the Child and Adolescent Health (CAH) portfolio , contributing to the delivery of integrated, inclusive, and resilient health and nutrition systems for children and adolescents . The role supports the implementation of CAH strategies by strengthening meaningful child participation, strategic partnerships, and coordinated service delivery across the continuum of care—from pregnancy through early childhood and beyond.

The CPPO may be assigned to support specific projects within the CAH Portfolio based on program priorities and staffing requirements. For the current assignment, the post contributes to the Healthy Start in Life for Preterm and Low Birth Weight Babies Project, supporting the development, operationalization and institutionalization of integrated discharge and follow-up pathways and effective coordination between hospitals, local government units (LGUs), primary health care providers and communities.

The CPPO provides technical and coordination support to ensure that: children’s and caregivers’ voices are meaningfully integrated into program design, implementation, and monitoring, aligned with Article 12 of the UNCRC; partnerships with hospitals, LGUs, CSOs, and communities are effectively established and managed to support continuity of care; and program implementation across CAH initiatives is coherent, adaptive, and aligned with SCP’s organizational priorities.

The role works closely with program, MEAL, and partnership teams, and engages directly with children, families (including pregnant and lactating women), volunteers, and community stakeholders.

Requirements

Essential skills, knowledge or experience At least 2 years of experience in partnership management, community engagement, or child-focused programming Experience working with LGUs, health facilities, CSOs, and community stakeholders Understanding of child rights-based approaches and meaningful child participation Experience in program implementation, coordination, and reporting Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in dynamic environments Desirable skills, knowledge or experience Experience in health and nutrition programs, particularly maternal and newborn health Familiarity with referral systems, service delivery pathways, or health systems strengthening Experience in MEAL systems and participatory approaches Experience in advocacy, campaigns, or community mobilization Required education and qualifications (certifications, licenses, accreditations, etc.)

University degree in health or social sciences, public health, nutrition, community development, or related field Benefits

1. Retirement Plan or Performance Completion Benefit
2. Year-end Bonus
3. HMO
4. Employee Assistance Program
5. Life and Accident Insurance
6. Employee Learning and Development
7. Statutory Benefits ​8. Time off and Leave of Absences

• Annual Leave (AL)
• Sick Leave (SL) ​
• Special Privilege Leave (SPL)
• Govt mandated leaves (Maternity, Paternity, Single Parent, RA 9710)