Entrepreneurship in the territories: is it the right time?
Join us in accelerating circular economy transition by empowering recycling startups and green innovators in the Philippines!
The Context
Makesense Circle Academy, co-led by Makesense Asia and Plastic Odyssey, is an inclusive incubator designed to accelerate the transition toward a green and circular economy in the Philippines. The program will support seven idea- to early-stage startups in recycling and waste valorization through technical mentoring, seed funding, and business development support.
This initiative contributes to local job creation, waste reduction, and climate resilience, especially in underserved communities across NCR, CALABARZON, and Cebu. By bridging the gap between innovation, impact, and circular systems, the Circle Academy strengthens the foundation for a more sustainable and inclusive economy.
Your Mission
As Project Officer, you’ll be at the core of implementation, coordinating activities, engaging with partners, and ensuring that our work runs smoothly. You’ll bring structure, energy, and creativity to turn plans into impactful results.
Key responsibilities
1. Project Coordination and Implementation
- Support the Project Lead in the day-to-day management and execution of the Circle Academy work plan.
- Coordinate the logistics and documentation of activities such as co-design workshops, training sessions, mentoring calls, and field visits.
- Assist in the onboarding and regular monitoring of participating startups.
- Maintain accurate records of project activities, timelines, and outputs to ensure efficient tracking and reporting.
- Prepare administrative documents such as partner agreements, disbursement trackers, and activity summaries.
2. Partner and Stakeholder Engagement
- Coordinate with program partners, mentors, experts, and startup founders for schedules, communications, and deliverables.
- Liaise with Makesense’s internal teams (Finance, Impact, Communications, and HR) to ensure smooth coordination of activities.
- Provide logistical and communication support during events, workshops, and meetings.
- Represent the project in coordination calls and local field engagements when required.
3. Financial and Administrative Support
- Assist in monitoring project expenses and budget utilization in coordination with the Operations and Finance teams.
- Support the preparation of liquidation reports, invoices, and supporting documents for donor compliance.
- Ensure all procurement and logistical transactions follow Makesense and donor guidelines.
- Track sub-grant disbursements and reporting requirements of startups.
4. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)
- Support data collection, survey administration, and documentation of key project indicators (e.g., waste diverted, jobs created).
- Contribute to project reports, success stories, and communication materials by gathering and organizing field data.
- Assist in maintaining a centralized database of startup progress and impact metrics.
5. Team Collaboration and Learning
- Work closely with the Project Lead and other team members to ensure coordination between workstreams.
- Participate in internal learning sessions and contribute insights for improving processes and tools.
- Support a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous learning within the team.
Is this job for you? Let’s check!
We’re looking for a coordinator and connector, someone who can juggle multiple tasks while engaging with diverse actors.
What would make you outstanding
- Experience in the development sector with strong engagement, organization and reporting skills.
- Comfortable working with both grassroots organizations and high-level partners.
- Ability to adapt quickly, problem-solve, and keep things moving even under pressure.
- Passion for sustainability and hands-on experience in green entrepreneurship or social innovation.
Logistical Information
- Start date: February 2026 (tentative)
- Contract type: Fixed Term, 2-year contract
- Work hours: We have a flexible work arrangement but our core work schedule is Monday to Friday 9:30 am to 6:30 pm.(40-hour work-week)
- Location: Metro Manila
- Compensation: Php 28,000/month Gross compensation
