Jowahdi Salik

Jow is a Maguindanaon development worker, photographer, and entrepreneur with more than eight years of experience in working within BARMM (Bangsamoro Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao), specializing in project coordination, community engagement, and research.

Youth Empowerment

Peacebuilding

Agricultural Development

Social Enterprise

Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management – STI College Cotabato, 2017 (Academic Excellence Awardee)
Graduate Diploma in Tourism Development and Management – Asian Institute of Tourism, University of the Philippines Diliman (Ongoing)

Consultancy Experience

Project Officer – SHEP-CDPB

Cotabato City, BARMM

IC Net Limited (JICA Consultant)

Mar 2023–Mar 2026

Managed the overall implementation of the SHEP-CDPB program in partnership with MAFAR-BARMM. Coordinated with 12 farmers’ cooperatives representing over 300 members, oversaw reporting and documentation, managed project finances, and planned field activities. Maintained active collaboration with farmers, government counterparts, and Japanese consultants to ensure effective delivery of program objectives.

Local Consultant – Data Collection Survey on Needs Assessment on Inclusive Community Development

Jul–Sep 2025

Conducted field data collection across target communities in BARMM, ensuring comprehensive and accurate information gathering for the survey. Facilitated consultations with local government units, community leaders, and stakeholders to validate findings and understand community needs. Provided logistical coordination, consolidated field reports, and assisted in the facilitation of validation sessions to ensure the results reflected the realities on the ground.

Apr–Jun 2025

Carried out socioeconomic profiling and facilitated focused group discussions and consultations in Mother Kabuntalan. Engaged with residents and local officials to gather relevant data that informed interventions in peace, security, and human development.

Individual Consultant – ASPIRE-SALW Project

Cotabato City, BARMM

UNDP Philippines

Aug 2021

Designed, organized, and launched “Kauyagan sa Kalilintad,” a virtual investment fair aimed at promoting social enterprises and local businesses under a SIDA-funded project. Coordinated with speakers, participants, and stakeholders to deliver a successful online event.

Event Consultant and Organizer

Cotabato City, BARMM

Islamic Relief Worldwide–Philippines

Jun–Dec 2021

Coordinated with media outlets across four BARMM provinces to promote the Tayo Alerto Campaign on anti-trafficking and safe migration. Developed advocacy materials, managed their dissemination, and monitored media coverage to ensure consistent and impactful messaging.

Media Coordinator – Tayo Alerto Campaign

Cotabato City, BARMM

Sage + Spark

Transforming Fragilities Inc. / Catholic Relief Services (Funder)

May 2021

Collected and analyzed field data for a RIDO conflict mapping project in General Salipada K. Pendatun, funded by Catholic Relief Services. Contributed to a better understanding of local conflict dynamics and informed peacebuilding strategies.

Research Assistant

Maguindanao

Aug 2017–Jan 2021

Implemented multiple development projects funded by Islamic Relief, UN Women, British Council, and The Asia Foundation. Delivered capacity-building sessions for cooperatives, incubated five social enterprises, managed youth empowerment programs, and co-hosted a youth-focused online and radio series. Strengthened livelihoods and promoted social entrepreneurship in the BARMM region.

Project Officer

Cotabato City, BARMM

The Moropreneur Inc.

Jan–Mar 2021

Implemented an interfaith community project in 11 barangays under a USDRL-funded initiative. Organized and facilitated community training sessions, fostered interfaith dialogue, and coordinated with local partners to ensure smooth program delivery.

Project Officer

Cotabato City, BARMM

ACTED Philippines

Aug 2019

Provided translation services during peacebuilding focus group discussions for UNICEF and UNIPHIL-Women, ensuring that messages and concepts were conveyed accurately between local participants and project facilitators.

Translator

Cotabato City