Scope of Work
Project Coordinator – Philippines Literacy Project
Manila, Philippines
Dates: June 15, 2026 to June 15, 2027
Background & Rationale
Room to Read envisions a world in which all children can pursue a quality education that enables them to reach their full potential and contribute to their community and the world. To achieve this vision, Room to Read is committed to the ongoing improvement of our programs by building on the latest research and our practical experiences in the field of literacy. This currently takes place through our work in 16 countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean where Room to Read works with schools and communities.
As part of this goal, Room to Read is embarking on a new literacy project in the Philippines. The Philippines literacy project will finalize new titles, started in 2025, for print and distribution, as well as pilot Room to Read’s first community library program. The program will run through 2027 and may be extended, depending on funding availability.
Scope of Work and Timeline
The Project Coordinator supports the delivery of Room to Read’s Philippines literacy project by managing day-to-day coordination, logistics, and vendor engagement. Working closely with the Project Manager (PM) and Technical Lead, this role ensures that book development, printing, distribution, and library activities are executed on time and with strong operational oversight.
*Exact activities, timelines, and deliverables may be adjusted as needed.
Book Finalization and Printing
Q3 and Q4
Support Technical Lead to finalize 12 new titles, including:
Communicating with publishers on PM-related tasks, including collecting final deliverables, preparing invoices, etc.
Supporting field testing, including logistical prep
Reviewing expense reports for field testing and other meetings, and working with global PM to process
End of 2026 and Q1 2027
Support printing and distribution, including:
Collecting at least 3 quotes from local printers
Assisting in creation of distribution plan with Technical Lead
Overseeing distribution and shipping, ensuring all packages
Library Program Coordination (Ongoing)
Support creation of library plans, including workplan and budgets.
Support logistical work for library establishment, including:
Procurement of materials, books, furniture for libraries
Support training workshops, including logistical prep
Reviewing expense reports for training workshops and other meetings, and working with global PM to process
Liaise with partner institutions of Room to Read's library establishment program including but not limited to DepEd, National Library of the Philippines, Local Government Units, and other agencies and NGOs that are part of the local library ecosystem.
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in project coordination, operations, or program support
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple timelines and logistics simultaneously
Experience coordinating vendors, procurement, or service providers
Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, expense tracking, or financial documentation
Full professional proficiency in written and spoken English along with ability to communicate with external partners and stakeholders
High attention to detail and follow-through in operational and administrative tasks
Terms of Contract
The contracted amount will be a fixed fee of $650 USD per month, for a total payment of $7800. In addition, Coordinator will be reimbursed for pre-approved costs for the workshops, trainings, and field testing up to $2,000 USD. Contract extension into 2027 to be discussed at the end of 2026.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining how your qualifications apply.
Child Protection Principles
Room to Read is committed to the education and welfare of children and protecting them from abuse and exploitation
Room to Read has zero tolerance for child abuse and exploitation.
All children have the right to be free from abuse and exploitation, including neglect, maltreatment, and physical, mental or sexual violence, injury or abuse.
All children should be treated with respect and dignity.
The well-being of the child is Room to Read’s first priority when dealing with all identified or suspected cases of child abuse.
Room to Read shall integrate child protection into all its organizational strategies, structures and work practices.
Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Principles
Room to Read Representatives must create and maintain an environment that prevents sexual exploitation and sexual abuse.
Room to Read has zero tolerance for adult sexual exploitation and abuse.
Sexual exploitation and abuse are serious violations of fundamental human rights and will not be accepted or tolerated.
All adults should be treated with respect and dignity.
Room to Read implements a survivor-centered approach, putting the survivor’s rights and dignity at the forefront.
Survivors referred to available professional assistance (e.g. mental health counselling), upon consent.
About Room to Read:
Founded in 2000 on the belief that World Change Starts with Educated Children®, Room to Read envisions a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality, where all children have room to read, learn and grow – creating lasting change. Through our Literacy Portfolio, we train and coach teachers of the early grades in literacy instruction; create and publish quality books and curricular materials in local languages; and establish children’s libraries filled with diverse children’s books that can be enjoyed at school and home. Our Gender Equality Portfolio supports adolescents, particularly girls, in developing life skills that promote gender equality, helping them to pursue lifelong learning and make informed decisions.
We support young people of all genders to overcome gender biases and build the knowledge and skills to create a gender-equal world. Room to Read collaborates with local communities, partner organizations, publishers, and governments to test and implement innovative models that can be integrated into the education system to deliver positive outcomes for children at scale. To date, Room to Read has benefited more than 50 million children in 28 countries.
Learn more at www.roomtoread.org.