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    Company overview

    Industry

    Construction

    Company size

    51-100

    Primary location

    Y.C. James Yen Center, Biga, Silang Cavite 4116 ST, PH
    The International Institute of Rural Reconstruction (IIRR) is a community development and hands-on training organization with more than 50 years of experience. We have implemented people-centered, sustainable development programs in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, and today, maintain a strong presence in East Africa and South East Asia. Strategically located in the Global South, IIRR runs its programs from the field. While it is registered as a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization in the U.S. and has its headquarters in the Philippines, all senior decision-makers are located in the field. It is important to us that our staff hail from the region where they will work. This allows our programs to be locally-relevant, tailored, and community-driven and keeps our overhead low.

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    4.73 ratings in total
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    What’s it like working at International Institute of Rural Reconstruction?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    International Institute of Rural Reconstruction offers a positive workplace environment with friendly, approachable colleagues and strong team communication. Employees particularly value the opportunity to engage in meaningful advocacy and community development work, especially in supporting marginalized communities. The organisation also provides valuable opportunities for hands-on field work and community education.

    The main challenges relate to employment conditions, with limited permanent positions available and most roles being contract or part-time based. The salary arrangements for these positions tend to be on the lower side, and many projects are short-term in nature, which can affect job stability.

    Recent reviews

    5.0
    Project Officer
    Aug 2025
    Silang Cavite1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    A very good INGO with a possibility to convert potential employees into advocates of change
    The good thingsI am very happy with this INGO! This is one of the best organizations to work on uplifting not only advocacy in what you are fighting for, but also integrating technical support for current and upcoming programs catered to the marginalized and vulnerable communities. I formally like the work set-up first, followed by the constant communication of colleagues, since they are very workplace-friendly and approachable to deliver quality documents for proper research and implementation. Lastly, your work gives you worth and shapes you to convert yourself into an advocate of change. Yes, fight for the future! The organization is happy to keep the momentum and soar high to be an active team player for the country.
    The challengesThere were no negative challenges just yet. Some minor setbacks are observed, such as minimal offerings of permanent/full-time positions, low salary arrangements for contract or part-time endeavors, and far location of working (well, most of them are remote and their HQ is in Cavite). Nevertheless, I hope that there are more offices in this INGO to offer not only in satellite offices but also within the component cities and the Metro. (But again, it is based on the budget). Otherwise, the positive contributions outweigh the challenges, and IIRR is here to stay for many years to come!
    5.0
    Technical Assistance Support Staff
    Nov 2020
    Tacloban City Leyte1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    One of the best INGOs out there!
    The good thingsThe best things happened to me while working with this organization. I loved every moment spent with my colleagues. :)
    The challengesYou have to be always prepared for papers and researches and make sure to do it with grace even if under pressure. :)
    4.0
    Agricultural extension work
    May 2019
    I have experience in in data collection, educating the farmers, communication skills,child protection
    The good thingsI enjoyed the part of the field and educating people
    The challengesThey have short term projects which takes few days and end
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