Vacancy

 

Asia Programme Support Consultant (Philippines-based)

Consultancy

Location: Home Based 

 

The International Dialogue Centre (KAICIID) is seeking a Consultant to support the day-to-day coordination and implementation of activities, follow-up with national partners in the Philippines, and assist with related communications and visibility efforts.

 

An Introduction to KAICIID

KAICIID aims to create a more peaceful world by promoting dialogue and supporting religious leaders and communities in tackling our most pressing problems. We do this through education and training, convening religious leaders and policymakers, and carrying out research to encourage and enhance interreligious and intercultural dialogue. We work with our partners to build their capacities, connections, and confidence.

Our work focuses on four pressing and linked issues that challenge humanity: violent conflict; migration; the climate emergency, and social cohesion. We bring together religious leaders with policymakers to find constructive ways to address these issues through dialogue. Our work respects and values the differences between faiths and cultures but promotes the idea that we share a common humanity and a collective need to address these problems. Through all our work run three threads: youth engagement, gender, and policy development.

The primary objective of the Programme Division (PROD) is to create the conditions, platforms and environment through which religious leaders and other actors, in particular policy makers and dialogue practitioners, can engage in constructive dialogue, thus strengthening mutual understanding and respect with the ultimate aim to encourage them to initiate action to bring about change in the policies of religious institutions and governments, at various levels, build mechanisms to facilitate on-going dialogue and action as well as strengthen networks of committed and experienced religious leaders, and other actors in the use of (IRD/ICD) for peace and reconciliation in conflict situations in particular.

The Asia Programme is currently scaling up its activities across Southeast Asia. Key priorities include the delivery of Dialogue Cities initiatives, strengthened engagement with national government counterparts-particularly the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) in the Philippines- and intercity and cross-sectoral intercultural dialogue that connects faith actors, policymakers, and youth in advancing inclusive climate and urban transformation. 

This scaling up of the programme is closely linked to the Philippines’ role as ASEAN Chair in 2026, which presents a critical opportunity to advance IRD/ICD in policy and practice. KAICIID therefore seeks to engage a Philippines-based consultant to provide hands-on programme support.

 

Objectives:

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Manager for Asia and in coordination of the Programme Officer, the Consultant will provide part-time operational and coordination support across the following areas:

 

1. Dialogue Cities Implementation

• Provide administrative and logistical coordination for Dialogue Cities–related activities;

• Support the organization and delivery of the 3^rd  iteration of the Dialogue Cities Conference, including coordination with local partners, venues, and stakeholders;

• Support follow-up actions and documentation related to Dialogue Cities outcomes.

2. Youth Engagement 

• Support with development of data base on youth and youth-led organizations; 

• Support with the logistical coordination of the regional youth training.

3. Partnership Coordination and National Engagement

• Support coordination and follow-up with national stakeholders on IRD/ICD in the Philippines vise-a-vise its ASEAN Chairmanship;

• Assist with expansion of KAICIID Asia programme in the Philippines through identification and management of partner organizations. 

4. Communication, Documentation, and Visibility

• Support programme documentation, including activity summaries, briefs, and internal tracking notes;

• Develop communication and outreach materials including press releases, social media posts and reels.

 

Deliverables:

Deliverable Area	Output	Timeline / Frequency
Dialogue Cities Implementation	Development and dissemination of the communication materials, management of the List of Participants, coordination with implementing partners	Ongoing throughout contract
	Coordination support for the 3rd  Dialogue Cities Conference	September 2026
	Post-activity outcome summaries and follow-up notes	Within 2–3 weeks after the conference
Youth Engagement	Database of youth and youth-led organizations	Initial version within first 4 months; updated on a rolling basis
	Logistical coordination for regional youth training	June 2026
	Post-training documentation	Within 2 weeks after training
Partnership Coordination & National Engagement	Coordination and follow-up records with national stakeholders (ASEAN/Philippines)	Ongoing; monthly summaries
	Identification and initial engagement of partner organizations	a data- base of organisations prepared within the first two months and action plan created.
Communication, Documentation & Visibility	Activity summaries, briefs, and internal tracking notes	Rolling basis
	Communication and outreach materials (press releases, social media posts, reels)	Average 2 communication products per month
	Visibility and outreach update	Quarterly

 

Additional responsibilities: 

• Provide ad hoc operational support as required to ensure timely and effective programme delivery;

• Participate in meetings and coordination calls as needed;

• Support in-person meetings and events in the Philippines, subject to prior agreement.

Management Arrangement

The Consultant will work under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Manager for Asia and in close coordination with the Asia Programme Officer. Regular check-ins will be held to review priorities, progress, and deliverables.

 

Any change in scope, deliverables, or timeline must be agreed in writing prior to implementation.

 

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Knowledge and experience in peacebuilding initiatives in the Philippines’ Mindanao region is a strong asset.

• Demonstrated experience working with religious or faith-based organizations, including engagement with religious leaders, institutions, or interfaith initiatives in Southeast Asia.

• Proven experience engaging with youth organizations and youth-led initiatives; required experience in the Philippines with broader knowledge of Southeast Asia is considered a strong asset.

• Experience supporting communication and visibility efforts for intergovernmental organizations, including preparation of communication materials and coordination of outreach activities.

• Proven experience working with Philippines national ministries and government-affiliated organizations on issues related to conflict prevention, peacebuilding is required; prior engagement with the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) is a distinct advantage.

• Strong coordination, organizational, and written communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver outputs in a timely manner.

• Fluency in English is required; 

Languages

• English proficiency (written and spoken).

• Knowledge of Filipino or other regional languages will be considered as an asset.

Terms of Appointment

Duration: The consultancy duration is foreseen for 9 months with the maximum of 5 working days per month (10 hours per week), where 8 hours of work constitute one working day.

Location: Philippines (duty travel when required).

For any travel associated with the assignment, if applicable and upon prior approval, the Centre shall cover related costs. 

The consultancy fee will be offered in accordance with KAICIID consultancy rates, depending on the experience and expertise of the selected candidate.

KAICIID is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious, ethnic, and social backgrounds to apply.

 

How to Apply:    

All applicants are required to submit a complete application package consisting of the following:

 

1. CV highlighting relevant past engagement (Weight: 50%)
2. Cover letter, including proposed daily rate; (Weight: 50%)

 

Deadline for applications

Thursday, 26 February 2026, 23:59 (GMT)