Intellectual Property Rights Specialist II

Plantilla Item No.: IPOB-IPRS2-60-2021

Place of Assignment: Documentation, Information, and Technology Transfer Bureau
(IP Regional Operations Division - Cebu )

Salary Grade: SG 13 | Php 47,333

Appointment: Permanent

Qualification Standards

Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job

Training: Four (4) hours of relevant training

Experience: One (1) of relevant experience

Eligibility: CS Professional/ 2nd Level Eligibility/RA1080

Competency:

  • Technical / Functional Expertise:

    1. Knowledge of Intellectual Property laws and policies
    2. Proficient in Strategic Planning & Execution
    3. Demonstrates Research & Analytical Thinking
    4. Proficient in Program Management
    5. Exhibits Learning Development and Execution
    6. Capable of communicating effectively both in written and verbally.
    7. Demonstrates problem-solving and innovativeness

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assists in conceptualizing, planning, and implementing strategies, procedures, and mechanisms for intellectual property (IP) field operations across the regional jurisdiction assigned by the DITTB Director, ensuring alignment with IPOPHL’s mandate, policies, and strategic objectives.
2. Provides expert advisory services to regional clients, including businesses, inventors, and other stakeholders, on leveraging IP as a strategic business tool to enhance innovation, competitiveness, and commercialization within the region.
3. Conducts research, surveys, and studies on regional IP trends, challenges, and opportunities to inform operational strategies, policy recommendations, and IP promotion activities across the jurisdiction.
4. Plans, coordinates, and implements regional IP promotion and awareness initiatives, including IP Help Desk operations, lectures, advisory sessions, workshops, and outreach activities in coordination with the DTI Regional and Provincial Offices, local government units, partner agencies, and industry stakeholders.
5. Designs and delivers capacity-building programs and training sessions on IP management, technology transfer, commercialization, and related topics for clients, partners, and stakeholders across the jurisdiction.
6. Supports marketing and promotional campaigns to encourage filing of IP applications, adoption of best practices, and engagement with the IP system among regional enterprises, educational institutions, and industry stakeholders.
7. Prepares, consolidates, and submits periodic reports, accomplishment reports, and assessment documents to support monitoring, evaluation, and informed decision-making by regional and central IPOPHL management.
8. Maintains effective coordination and communication with internal IPOPHL units, the DTI Regional and Provincial Offices, local partners, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth and efficient implementation of programs and activities throughout the assigned jurisdiction.
9. Applies analytical thinking, problem-solving, and innovative approaches to continuously improve regional IP services, client engagement, and operational efficiency.
10. Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Division Chief, Bureau Director, or senior management to support the delivery of IPOPHL’s regional services, technology transfer initiatives, and IP promotion within the assigned jurisdiction.

HOW TO APPLY

IPOPHL adheres to the principles of merit, fitness and equality (no discrimination based on age, gender, sexual orientation, civil status, disability, religion, ethnicity or political affiliation) in the implementation of its Recruitment, Selection and Placement. Likewise, IPOPHL values the confidentiality of your personal information and adheres to the Philippine Government's Data Privacy Act of 2012 and its implementing rules and regulations.

Step 1: Prepare the following documents in PDF format

This Office highly encourages all interested and qualified applicants to apply, which include persons with disability (PWD) and members of the indigenous communities, irrespective of sexual orientation and gender identities and/or expression, civil status, religion, and political affiliation. This Office does not discriminate in the selection of employees based on the aforementioned pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunities Principle (EEOP).

Interested and qualified applicants should signify their interest in writing. Attach the following documents in PDF format and send to the address below not later than January 15, 2026, Thursday.

1. Application letter with specific position title and plantilla item number;

TO ENSURE THAT ALL APPLICATIONS ARE PROPERLY RECORDED:
For subject: Indicate position and Plantilla Item No. being applied for

2. Updated Resume with picture;

3. Fully accomplished and notarized Personal Data Sheet (PDS) with Work Experience Sheet and recent passport-sized or unfiltered digital picture (CS Form No. 212, Revised 2025); digitally signed or electronically signed;

4. Copy of Performance rating in the last rating period, if applicable. Accepted IPCR are either of these periods only: January to June 2025 OR July to December 2025;

5. Copy of proof of eligibility/rating/license; and

6. Copy of Transcript of Records and Diploma

 

Furthermore, qualified applicants must fill out the IPOPHL Employment Application Form, that can be accessed through this link: 

ALL APPLICATION DOCUMENTS must be submitted via email (careers@ipophl.gov.ph) and addressed to:

MA. LEA CRISELDA SJ. ANOLIN
OIC Director, FMAS
IPOPHL
(02) 7238-6300/ careers@ipophl.gov.ph

Step 2: Send via email

Email your application letter and all the documents listed to:

careers@ipophl.gov.ph

*Only complete application documents submitted on or before the deadline will be processed.