• Support Officer (x2) | Australia Awards Philippines Scholarships 2027 Intake Interviews
• Commencement: As soon as possible through to August 2026
• Short-term role
• Based in Manila, Philippines (with travel to Davao)
• Open to locally engaged personnel in the Philippines

About the Program

Australia Awards are prestigious scholarships funded by the Australian Government to support long-term development in partner countries. The Australia Awards Philippines (AAP) program delivers scholarships, short courses, fellowships, and alumni engagement initiatives to strengthen leadership, skills, and people-to-people links between Australia and the Philippines. 

About the Opportunity

Abt Global is seeking proactive and organised Support Officers (x2) to provide administrative, logistical, and coordination support for the delivery of Australia Awards Philippines scholarship interviews.

The Support Officer plays a key role in ensuring a smooth, efficient, and professional interview process. This includes coordinating interview schedules, managing applicant communications, supporting panel engagement, and organising logistics for both Manila and Davao-based interviews. 

This role will also support the facilitation of interviews by managing applicant flow, coordinating venues and logistics, and assisting the panel and rapporteur during interview days. This short-term role will support interviews in Manila (6–17 July 2026) and Davao (27–31 July 2026), with travel required for the Davao sessions.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Interview – Planning and Preparation

The Support Officer will:

• Coordinate and schedule interviews for shortlisted applicants. 
• Finalise interview schedules in consultation with applicants. 
• Support logistical planning, including venue bookings (interview rooms, holding rooms, and secretariat spaces). 
• Coordinate catering and refreshments for panel members and basic amenities for applicants. 
• Arrange IT and virtual interview requirements, including video conferencing where required. 
• Support travel and accommodation arrangements for panel members, particularly for Davao-based interviews. 

Pre-Interview – Applicant and Panel Coordination

The Support Officer will:

• Track applicant confirmations and manage communications, including schedules, reminders, and guidance materials. 
• Support engagement of panel members, including coordinating alumni participation. 
• Circulate key documentation to panel members, including interview materials, scoring guides, and applicant packs. 

During Interviews – Coordination and Delivery

The Support Officer will:

• Register applicants on arrival and verify identities prior to interviews. 
• Manage applicant flow, including holding rooms and virtual queues. 
• Monitor interview schedules and support adherence to timings. 
• Respond to disruptions, no-shows, or technical issues in line with established processes. 
• Support the Panel Rapporteur and ensure panel members are appropriately supported during interviews (e.g. refreshments). 

Key Deliverables

• Finalised interview schedules and coordinated logistics
• Clear and timely communication with applicants and panel members
• Smooth and efficient delivery of interview processes
• Well-coordinated interview logistics across Manila and Davao

Key Working Relationships

• Reporting to: Senior Program Officer (Scholarships)  
• Internal: Australia Awards Philippines, Australian Embassy in the Philippines
• External: Interview panel members, alumni representatives, applicants

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Experience in administrative, logistics, or event coordination roles 
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail 
• Experience managing stakeholder or client communications 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience supporting events, workshops, or interview processes (desirable) 
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically within the Philippines during July 2026

Remuneration

• Professional fee to be negotiated upon contracting
• Travel costs for Davao deployment (flights, accommodation, per diems) will be covered by the program 

How to Apply

• Please ensure to address the Key Selection Criteria (About You) in your cover letter, and submit your application online, along with your CV as a single document.  
• Applications must be submitted personally by individuals only to: Abt Global Careers. Applications submitted by a company or organisation will not be accepted.  
• The successful applicant will be engaged through an employment agreement determined by Abt. 

We welcome and thank all applications; however only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 

Closing Date: 28 June 2026 #LI-AUSBRIT 

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people with sexual diversity or disability, are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single requirement for a position. At Abt we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every role requirement, we encourage you to apply in any case. You may be just the right candidate for this or for other roles. 

About Us  

Abt Global is a mission-driven, global leader with a proven track record in complex program implementation in the international development sector. We offer bold solutions and technical excellence in Health, Economic Growth, Governance, Research & Evaluation, Environment & Energy, Gender Equality & Social Inclusion. Working with our many partners, we have driven measurable social impact for more than 55 years, to achieve our mission of improving the quality of life and economic well-being of people worldwide. We operate in remote and challenging environments and employ more than 3,700 staff in over 50 countries. For more information about us and what we do, visit our website at www.abtglobal.com 

Equity 

Abt Global values individuality and celebrates difference with a strong commitment to diversity, equality, racial equity, gender, and disability inclusion. We strongly encourage people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. We offer flexible work arrangements and a culturally safe environment for staff members from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. 

Safeguarding 

We are deeply committed to safeguarding, to protect and prevent harm and abuse to individuals we work for and who work for us. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. We will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, child abuse, sexual abuse or exploitation in any form, and expect everyone to be treated with respect and dignity.