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Country Representative, Philippines

Remote: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Full time
Work from: 
Philippines

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Proven experience of 10+ years in international development or environmental policy., Demonstrated ability to build and manage complex stakeholder relationships, especially with governments and donors., Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with fluency in English required., High degree of cultural competence and experience working in diverse, cross-functional teams..

Key responsabilities:

  • Refine and execute the country strategy, managing national strategic partnerships and ensuring alignment with global priorities.
  • Develop and maintain trusted relationships with government agencies for project support and regulatory permissions.
  • Identify and source promising forest restoration projects and assess local implementing partners.
  • Pursue local funding opportunities and represent Terraformation in high-level donor meetings.

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Terraformation SME https://www.terraformation.com/
51 - 200 Employees
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Job description

Job Mission
As the Country Representative, you will empower the success of Terraformation’s ambitious native forest restoration projects in the Philippines. The Country Representative plays a critical leadership role in refining and executing Terraformation’s country-level strategy. Acting as the primary representative of Terraformation in-country, the Country Representative is responsible for building and maintaining strategic relationships with government entities, partners, and stakeholders to enable the successful sourcing, development, and implementation of forest restoration projects.

This role requires strategic thinking, relationship-building, and on-the-ground execution. The Country Representative will be instrumental in expanding Terraformation’s impact within the country by unlocking new opportunities, supporting fundraising efforts, and coordinating key visits and events.

Job Type:  Full-Time (40hrs a week), Contractor (1 year, Renewable)

Location: Remote; Philippines


Responsibilities
  • 1. Refine and Execute the Country Strategy, including the management of national Strategic Partners (20%)
  • Adapt and implement Terraformation’s country strategy in alignment with global priorities.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure strategic coherence across teams (sourcing, programs, carbon, etc.).
  • Identify, build, and manage national partnerships with NGOs, academic institutions, multilateral agencies, and other local stakeholders.
  • Plan and coordinate strategic visits from funders, partners, or Terraformation leadership; and Ensure site visits and stakeholder engagements are impactful, well-organized, and aligned with broader communication goals.
  • Be the Terraformation culture carrier in the country.
  • 2. Manage Government Relations (30%)
  • Develop and maintain trusted relationships with relevant government agencies at national and local levels.
  • Secure necessary regulatory support, permissions, and endorsements for project execution.
  • Represent Terraformation in formal and informal government engagements and networks.
  • 3. Source Projects and Partners (30%)
  • Identify promising forest restoration projects aligned with Terraformation’s mission and standards.
  • Support project sourcing efforts in collaboration with internal sourcing and technical teams.
  • Vet and assess local implementing partners for project suitability and capacity.
  • 4. Fundraise Locally (20%)
  • Identify and pursue funding opportunities within the country and relevant donor networks (e.g., EU, WB, AFD, UK agencies).
  • Work with the global fundraising team to build country-specific fundraising strategies.
  • Represent Terraformation in high-level donor meetings and funding forums.

    • Minimum Qualifications
  • Proven experience (10+ years) in international development, environmental policy, or program leadership roles.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and manage complex stakeholder relationships, especially with governments and donors.
  • Experience with fundraising, partnership development, or external affairs.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • High degree of cultural competence and experience working in diverse, cross-functional teams.
  • Fluency in English is required; local language proficiency is strongly preferred.

    • Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with forestry, climate, biodiversity, or carbon forestry projects
  • Track record of building lasting partnerships with relevant stakeholders in (the Philippines), especially national and regional offices of sectoral authorities
    • About Terraformation

    Terraformation is committed to addressing climate change through the power of native forest restoration. Our portfolio of high-quality projects is designed to restore forests that will remove high quantities of carbon, renew ecosystems, enhance biodiversity, and create sustainable long-term community income and benefits. Our project teams have planted over one million biodiverse and native trees, stored 131 million seeds, supported 19 forestry projects, and created over 700 jobs through reforestation efforts worldwide. 

    Our innovative approach not only equips local forestry teams with training, technology, and access to capital, but also empowers businesses to be a part of the solution to climate change. By investing in our projects, businesses can directly address climate change, offset carbon emissions, meet net zero commitments, and enhance corporate sustainability initiatives. 

    Terraformation’s mission-driven global team, which includes experts in forest science, carbon markets, operations management, and business development, demonstrates how diverse backgrounds drive innovation and create significant impact.

    Learn more at terraformation.com

    We are an equal-opportunity employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where relevant.

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    Experience

    Spoken language(s):
    English
    Check out the description to know which languages are mandatory.

    Hard Skills

    Project ManagementFundraisingStakeholder CommunicationsBusiness DevelopmentEnvironmental PolicyBiodiversityClimate AnalysisForestry

    Other Skills

    • Relationship Building
    • Strategic Thinking
    • Communication
    • Intercultural Competence
    • Teamwork
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