This is a remote position.
Role Summary
● Provide technical leadership for the infrastructure and telecommunications components of the EU-PH Digital Economy Package (SO1 and SO2).
● Report to the Project Leader and serve as Deputy Project Leader when required.
● Oversee technical strategy, infrastructure delivery, quality assurance, technical partnerships, and execution of the allocated technical budget.
Responsibilities:
● Technical Strategy: Defi ne infrastructure architecture, technical standards, and
specifi cations for connectivity networks and Copernicus data infrastructure.
● Infrastructure Delivery: Lead feasibility studies, technical design, deployment, testing, commissioning, and handover of network, computing, and data-processing infrastructure.
● Procurement and Quality Assurance: Prepare or validate technical specifi cations, Terms of Reference, and bills of quantities; assess technical proposals and monitor contractor performance.
● Technical Team Leadership: Recruit and supervise technical experts and consultants, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
● Budget and Risk Management: Oversee allocated technical budget lines, monitor progress, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions.
● Monitoring and Reporting: Track technical indicators, maintain monitoring tools, and contribute to technical and fi nancial reports.
● Stakeholder Coordination: Serve as the primary technical contact for PhilSA, DOST-ASTI, DICT, PREGINET, and international partners, including IRD, ESA, and GÉANT.
● Project Coordination: Work closely with the Project Leader and support teams on planning, procurement, contracts, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
● Sustainability and Knowledge Transfer: Ensure infrastructure sustainability, effective handover, and capacity building for national counterparts.
Requirements
Requirements:
● Education: Master’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Network Engineering, IT/Electronics Engineering, Earth Observation, Geospatial Data Engineering, or a related technical field.
● Experience: At least 8 years in senior technical or engineering roles involving telecommunications, network infrastructure, or Earth observation/geospatial data systems.
● Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of high-speed connectivity infrastructure, data processing and dissemination systems, technical procurement, and quality assurance.
● Project Experience: Proven experience leading infrastructure design, procurement, implementation, and supervision; donor-funded or EU-funded projects are an advantage.
● Stakeholder Management: Experience working with government institutions, research organisations, technical agencies, and private-sector partners.
● Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical matters clearly.
● Languages: Excellent written and spoken English; French is an advantage.
Benefits
What we offer:
● Competitive Salary Package: Receive a pay package that matches your skills and experience.
● Vacation and Sick Leave credits: Enjoy vacation and sick leave credits to maintain work-life balance.
● Health Coverage: Get medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents.
● Government-Mandated Benefi ts: Full coverage of all statutory benefi ts like SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG.
● Learning Opportunities: Access training, certifi cations, and mentorship to grow your career.
● Team Engagement: Join team-building activities and wellness programs.
● Modern Tools: Use the latest technology to excel in your role.
● Career Growth: Clear paths for promotion and professional development.
● Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse, supportive, and collaborative global team.
