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Serve where you’re needed mostEnvironmental Protection and Adaptation Specialists
Environment
Job highlights
Philippines • Asia
In partnership with: City/Municipal Local Government Units and State Universities
Applications are now closed. View current openings.
Apply by
December 15, 2025Know by
March 1, 2026Depart on
July 3, 2026Duration
8 monthsAbout the project
The City/Municipal Local Government Units and State Universities in the Philippines has requested the support of Peace Corps Response Volunteers (PCRVs) to serve as Environmental Protection and Adaptation Specialists. In response to emerging environmental issues, the Philippines government launched nation-wide efforts to further positive environment outcomes by building the adaptive capacities of women and men in their communities, increasing the resilience of vulnerable sectors and natural ecosystems to environmental degradation, and optimizing mitigation opportunities towards sustainable development. The Local Government Units (LGUs) and state universities seek Peace Corps Response Volunteers to assist in coordinating with other relevant offices and community partners to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of implementing these activities.
The specific roles and responsibilities of the Peace Corps Response Volunteer (PCRV) will depend on his/her specific technical expertise and in consideration of the assessed needs of various LGUs and state universities. The PCRV will work closely with the designated staff and other key individuals with activities such as, but not limited, to assist in the assessment of environmental issues, conduct research and other related data gathering activities, and conducting trainings, workshops, conferences, fora, orientation, seminars, symposiums, etc. Overall, this partnership seeks to highlight the promotion of a collective and inclusive approach towards a comprehensive and integrated environmental framework.
Learn more about what Volunteers do in country by visiting our Philippines project page.
Required skills
Qualified candidates will have the following criteria:
Qualified candidates will meet the following criteria:
• BA/BS in any field relevant to environmental management and/or disaster management
• Two or more years of experience in Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management, and/or Disaster Risk Reduction
• Specialized experience in any of the following, depending on the role: Disaster Risk Reduction, Solid Waste Management, Water Management, Policy Implementation.
Language: There are no pre-requisite language requirements for this position.
Required behavioral competencies
These competencies are essential for all service assignments and are assessed in the application and interview process:
Motivation for and commitment to service
Adaptability and open-mindedness
Problem solving and resourcefulness
Behavioral maturity and professionalism
Photos from Philippines
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Learn more about the living conditions, including detailed information on culture, communications, housing, and health/crime statistics on our Philippines country page. You can also delve into stories about local communities by reading our blog or Volunteer stories.
Meet a Volunteer in Philippines
Angel P.
English Teacher
"The Peace Corps has given me the opportunity to actualize my passion to serve through numerous developmental projects addressing real needs within local communities."
See full Volunteer profile
No couples are accepted for this position.
Application process
From application to departure takes around nine months. Learn about the application process for Volunteer opportunities.
Medical/legal clearance
You will need to be cleared medically and legally in order to serve in Philippines. Review information on medical clearance and legal clearance to learn about the process.
