Team Leader for economic and social protection projectThe Asia Foundation

The Asia Foundation is a nonprofit international development organization committed to improving lives across a dynamic and developing Asia.
BACKGROUND OF THE ASSIGNMENT - ECONOMIC REFORM AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM
One in every three Filipino children being stunted poses a threat not only to public health but also the country's economic development. In a study on the economic consequence of hunger and chronic malnutrition , it is estimated that chronic malnutrition costs the Philippine economy 4.4% of its GDP. This includes additional incurred costs on education and healthcare-related interventions, as well as lost income due to stunted human capital development.
However, in the Philippines, current programs that aim to address stunting are limited in scope and impact. The main programs to address stunting remain to be supplementary feeding programs and micronutrient supplementation. While these are important aspects of nutrition and health, they do not address the need for adequate food to prevent chronic malnutrition and stunting.
Given these developments, the Asia Foundation's Economic Reform and Social Development teams perceive an opportunity to introduce reforms aimed at mitigating and reducing hunger and stunting. TAF would like to explore a range of solutions aimed at 1) Introducing a more comprehensive stunting and hunger reduction program that covers those aged 0-5, and 2) Identifying possible fund sources for the proposed stunting and hunger reduction program to ensure effective and sustained implementation.
Scope of work
Lead the technical component of the reform on food security, hunger, and stunting.
Prepare action plan and technical papers to be presented to government officials, legislators, and private stakeholders.
Represent the team in critical meetings with key government agencies.
QUALIFICATIONS * Advance degree in relevant discipline (e.g Political Science, Public Administration, Development Studies, Economics, Urban and Regional Planning, etc.)
At least three (3) years professional experience in policy research and development particularly in Social Development or Economic Policy.
Working knowledge of broader and recent development issues in the Philippines, including hunger and stunting.
Working experience in adaptive management teams and development entrepreneurship preferred.
Effective written and verbal communication skills in both English and Filipino
Demonstrated experience working in adaptive programs and development entrepreneurship would be an advantage.
Save the Children (2016). Cost of Hunger: Philippines
How to apply
APPLICATION GUIDELINES: Interested applicants should send in their The Asia Foundation Application Form ( ), EBD Form ( ), and sample portfolio (if any) to [Protected Info] before the indicated deadline. Kindly follow the instructions for the subject heading.
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