Organization: GRM International
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 08 May 2014

1. Background

AIP-PRISMA is a Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) – Australian Aid program, which aims to contribute to a 30 per cent or larger increase in incomes for 1 million poor rural female and male farmers in five provinces across eastern Indonesia: East Java, West Nusa Tenggara, East Nusa Tenggara, West Papua and Papua.

The four-year program will improve opportunities for poor farmers by enhancing productivity, innovation and business performance in a number of markets, including coconut, maize, coffee, cassava, mango, cashew, livestock and seaweed. AIP-PRISMA will support farmer groups, processors, input supply companies, financial institutions, government service providers and other investors to increase competitiveness in these markets. It will work in a range of sub-sectors in collaboration with farmers, businesses, government and civil society partners to increased competitiveness of poor male and female farmers through (i) Increased productivity; (ii) Improved business performance; (iii) A growing share of an expanding market; and (iv) the continuous adoption of innovations that contribute to productivity, performance, and market growth. The project will work in twenty (20) districts of five (5) provinces in Eastern Indonesia: East Java, Nusa Tenggara Barat (NTB), Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT), West Papua and Papua.

2. Consultant Requirements

We are accepting expressions of interest from those who have expertise in one or more of the following areas:

· Making Markets Work for the Poor (M4P) and systemic approaches to market development

· Gender and Private Sector Development

· Agriculture Development and Support to Agribusiness

· Agricultural Finance

· Result Measurement

· Social Inclusion

3. Required Skills and Experience

· Tertiary qualification in Business, Finance, Agriculture, International Development or related fields.

· Minimum of 5 years’ experience in one of the fields listed above.

· Strong understanding of the Indonesian context; experience in working in Eastern Indonesia is an advantage.

· Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to deliver high quality technical assistance.

· A high level of proficiency in written and spoken English is required; proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia is an advantage.

How to apply:

Indonesia nationals are highly encouraged to apply.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide two references as part of the qualification process.

Interested? Please submit your CV through the GRM International Careers Page (http://www.grminternational.com/jobs).

Applications close on 8 May 2014.

Organization: Tetra Tech
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 28 Feb 2014

Tetra Tech ARD, headquartered in Burlington, Vermont, is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified applicants for a variety of technical positions to be part of our proposal for the Participatory Land Use Planning (PLUP) activity under the MCA-funded Green Prosperity Project in Indonesia. The Green Prosperity Project aims to promote environmentally sustainable, low carbon economic growth as set forth in the Indonesian Government’s medium- to long-term development plans. To support this objective, the PLUP activity involves administrative boundary setting, updating and integration of land use inventories and enhancing spatial plans at the district and provincial level to support investment in renewable energy and sustainable management of natural resources. Positions will be based in Jakarta and may require frequent travel. Local and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.

THE POSITIONS ARE:*Field Team Leader*Spatial Planner*Community Engagement Specialist*Environmental and Social Assessment Specialist *Institutional Development Specialist*Gender Specialist*Financial Analyst

QUALIFICATIONS:
*Advanced degree in relevant technical or management discipline;*Minimum five years’ professional experience in the relevant field;*Extensive experience working in Indonesia, particularly in Jambi and West Sulawesi; *Fluency in English and Bahasa required.

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line process:*Cover Letter*CV in reverse chronological format*A list of at least 3 professional references including name, contact information, and statement of relationship to the reference.

Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted.

How to apply:

Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech’s ad posted.

Apply on-line at: https://careers.tetratechintdev.com/ARDCareers/App/InternationalPostingD...

Tetra Tech is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations- in the U.S and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workplace. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.

Organization: Strategic Asia
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 31 Jan 2014

Strategic Asia is a niche development consultancy based in Jakarta, Indonesia. It is inviting applications for the post of Team Leader for DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF ANALYTICAL FRAMEWORK FOR SME POLICY REFORM PROJECT. Both nationals and internationals are encouraged to apply for this post and on being hired, team leader must participate in enhancing the tender bid proposal for the program along with fulfilling following job requirements for executing the program itself. The team leader will report to the Managing Director of Strategic Asia.

Deadline for applications: 31st of Jan. Please apply as soon as possible.

The contract runs for 16 months, from January 2014 to April 2015.

Requirements :

1.The Team Leader has preferably with a Ph.D in Economics from a reputed university.
2.He/she has preferably more than 20 years of experience in the field of development and research working in an international agency and/or in a globally recognized research institute in SME development/ experience relevant to the project
3.The team leader has preferably undertaken surveys and empirical work, and prepared high quality publications in the area of human development covering skills training and education.
4.Experience in leading a team of economists and development professionals in doing complex analysis and communication strategy will be an advantage.
5. Past experience of empirical work on Indonesia / using Indonesian data-sets
6. Strong track record in high quality analytical work, especially related to public policy and regulation of the business environment and SMEs;
7. Experience with developing new analytical approaches in unknown areas, including developingmeasures
8.Experience with communications strategies and implementation over a long time period.
9. Must be fully fluent in English both written and spoken.Knowledge of Indonesian Bahasa is preferable

Job Description

This project is jointly managed and implemented by the World Bank Group (WBG) and by the NationalTeam for the Acceleration of Poverty Reduction (TNP2K, attached to the Vice President’s Office andfunded by the Australian Government Aid Program).

The objective of this project is to foster awareness and consensus within the Government of Indonesia(GoI) for key reforms toward a more comprehensive and coherent development strategy and policiesfor Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) at the national level and thereby promoting sharedprosperity in Indonesia.

The objective is to be achieved by combining a series of mixed-methods analysis of the operatingenvironment for SMEs with a strong emphasis on communications from the start, integrated into inthe design of the analysis.

Greater commitment to key reforms by GoI ( Government of Indonesia) will allow SMEs to participate more fully in Indonesia’s economic success in the future, by:

• Identifying the binding constraints to SME growth in Indonesia;
• Communicating and highlighting the lack of fairness of these constraints and urgency for policyreform; and
• Engaging key stakeholders to catalyze needed reforms, especially at the national level.The project team is seeking a firm to help develop an analytical framework for the project andimplement the framework (or provide advisory) for the duration of the project (see timeline belowfor details). This consultancy will be funded (and the contract managed) by TNP2K.The team leader will manage a team of economists and researches and will be responsible for a scope of work that can be divided into three basic parts (details in TOR which can be downloaded with this application) :
• Establish an analytical framework for this project;
• Provide ongoing support and advice for the duration of the project; and
- Produce an analytical report (in several parts) with the end result of the analysis.

In addition, Team Leader will be responsible for liaising with the firm implementing the communications strategy. The work will be carried out in parallel to – and in collaboration with – the design and implementation of the communications strategy.

How to apply:

Please send in your complete CV with publications to leela.raina@strategic-asia.com by the earliest. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Strategic Asia is an equal opportunities employer.

Organization: GAIN
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 31 Oct 2013

The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) is driven by the vision of a world without malnutrition. GAIN is a Swiss based international organization that mobilizes public-private partnerships and provides financial and technical support to deliver nutritious foods to those people most at risk of malnutrition. The organization is delivering improved nutrition to an estimated 700 million people in more than 30 countries, half of whom are women and children. Nutrition products are as varied as fortified cooking oil and iodized salt in Indonesia, flour in Africa, soy sauce in China and biscuits in India, as well as specialized products for infant and young child nutrition, and interventions to protect the most vulnerable affected by emergencies or chronic illness.

SENIOR ADVISOR, NUTRITION, MONITORING & EVALUATION

The Senior Advisor Nutrition and Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) will oversee development and implementation of the monitoring plans of each implementing partner, as well as ensure coordination between the research consortium and the implementing partners, in coordination with the focal points in Indonesia, Singapore and Geneva. After development the role will require routine monitoring and reporting of activity progress by implementing partners, the research consortium, coordination and contracting of surveys, and capacity building in M&E among implementing partners, in line with GAIN’s Indonesia country strategy.

S/he will also ensure that M&E lessons learnt from Indonesia’s projects get incorporated in GAIN’s broader knowledge building, advocacy and strategy development, to improve efficiency, effectiveness and impact of GAIN’s programs, and influencing other stakeholders through results dissemination in publications, case studies, workshops and other fora.

Responsibilities:

• Represent GAIN among Indonesia nutrition stakeholders, and disseminate lessons learnt through publications, policy briefings, case studies, and presentations at key forums and meetings.
• Provide technical input on nutrition issues and operational assistance to implementing partners of GAIN’s projects in Indonesia, including on survey protocols, questionnaires, data analysis and reporting, ensuring milestones are met, reviewing progress reports and advise on disbursements of funds.
• For the Maternal Infant and & Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN) integrated nutrition/health project, oversee and manage overall project and partner-specific M&E, including, alignment of M&E plans for each implementing partner with project-level Key Performance Indicators and targets, ensuring timely and good-quality routine activity progress monitoring and reporting by implementing partners.
• Facilitating the MIYCN impact evaluation study which will be contracted to an independent research consortium and ensure coordination and alignment between implementing partners and contracted research consortium.
• Support performance management and funding decisions throughout program design and implementation stages.
• Supervise internships of MSc students working on smaller embedded studies.
• Support annual work and budget planning, and resource mobilization for the Indonesia portfolio of projects.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in nutrition sector.
• Proven publication track record – both peer-reviewed and grey publications
• Experience in program M&E and/or operations research, including the development and operationalization of project M&E frameworks and plans;
• Experience in performance management of nutrition, child health programs ;
• Excellent understanding of quantitative and qualitative research and analysis;

Skills & Attributes:

• Excellent analytical, research and scientific skills, with a high degree of rigor;
• Ability to use initiative, prioritize, multi-task;
• Self-motivated, high energy and solution-oriented;
• Strong communicator, able to work effectively as part of a multicultural team;
• Ability to operate within Indonesia’s corporate and public sectors liaising effectively with private companies, government, NGOs and development agencies;
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Education:

• Masters or higher in Nutrition / Food Technology or related fields.
• Training or practical experience with designing and implementing M&E plans, use of log-frame

Other requirements:

• Experience in managing local issues in Indonesia and multi-stakeholder environments
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) and scientific report writing
• Ability to use MS Excel
• Be available to travel within Indonesia across all GAIN project locations to provide technical assistance, as well as internationally to other GAIN offices and partners

How to apply:

If you are interested, please, send your CV and cover letter via: http://jobs.gainhealth.org/

Organization: Cardno Emerging Markets
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 04 Oct 2013

Job Summary

Job SummaryAustralia’s Education Partnership with Indonesia (the Education Partnership, or EP) is currently the largest intervention funded by the Australian Government anywhere in the world. Through the Education Partnership Australia supports the Indonesian Government’s long-term strategy to strengthen and consolidate its national education system, with a particular focus on the current Indonesian five-year plan (2010 – 2014) and support for the initial stages of the subsequent five-year plan (2015 – 2019). The Education Partnership builds on the successes of previous Australian Government supports to the Indonesian education sector by strengthening government systems. Under the Education Partnership, there are three managing contractors and the largest, School Systems and Quality (SSQ) contract, is managed by Cardno. SSQ covers three components, each relating to a different aspect of the Education Partnership.

Each of the SSQ-supported components is national in scope, supporting existing government structures. Component 1 focuses on strengthening systems for infrastructure development within the education sector — specifically, supporting MoEC to assure construction quality of new junior secondary schools.

We are currently looking for a qualified personnel to fill the postion of: Information Management and Reporting Manager.

Reporting to C1 Manager and working closely with the IMR Advisor, Senior Infrastructure Manager, the Program Technical Unit, the Construction Monitoring Unit, and relevant staff from the Ministry of Education and Culture (MoEC), the IMR Manager will be responsible for overseeing all information management and reporting functions within C1, including the day-to-day management of the IMR Unit.

The IMR Unit has been established in C1 to perform the following main functions: Information Storage, Management and Analysis, Internal and External regular and ad-hoc Reporting, Critical Issue and Fraud reporting, andSupport to Complaint Handling system (CHS).

As the core functions of the IMR Unit continue to be established, the IMR Manager will work closely with C1 Manager and IMR Advisor to ensure that all IMR systems and processes are running effectively, and to refine such systems and processes as necessary.

To the extent possible, the IMR Manager will involve and coordinate closely with MoEC on all IMR-related aspects of C1, but especially those related to MoEC needs or systems intended to be used by MoEC. He/she will promote the active ownership of MoEC of the planned Information Management & Reporting systems.?

Key Responsibilities

Job Key ResponsibilitiesThe IMR Manager will be responsible for the following areas:

1.Actively managing the Information Management & Reporting Unit staff, including:· Ensuring that staff are working in line with agreed-upon priorities and ToRs· Developing or refining basic SOP’s for all key IMR functions as necessary· Act as resource person and provide training to C1 staff on information management and reporting formats if needed2.Ensuring that C1 information systems capture, store, and enable access to all key aspects of school construction, including by providing oversight for:· The design of applications/forms/tools for data collection related to all aspects of school construction· The receipt, processing, and storage of all data· The availability of all documents/information comprising a comprehensive “school profile” for each school· How various users interact with and update stored data through various applications or user interfaces· Training for other SSQ staff on how to use IMR tools or information systems 3.Ensuring that regular and ad-hoc reporting meets the informational needs of SSQ, MoEC, and AusAID, including by: · Coordinate and oversee the development of reporting templates for regular reporting of all aspects of school construction· Providing quality control for all IMR Unit reporting outputs, including regular analytical and narrative reports, ad hoc reports, fraud indication reports and maps· Coordinate the production of Component 1 reports for AusAID, including weekly reports, mid-year performance reviews (MYPRs), and annual reports4.Based on needs identified through data collection and analysis, coordinate the production of visual materials (booklets, posters, videos, etc) designed to improve the quality of school construction and/or monitoring processes.5.Ensuring that the IMR Unit effectively supports the MoEC’s Complaint Handling System (CHS) required under the grant agreement with AusAID· Manage SSQ staff assigned to support MoEC’s implementation of a CHS · Oversee the collection and management of all CHS data which has been designated as the responsibility of SSQ,· Coordinate and oversee the production of CHS reports as requested by MoEC and/or AusAID · Oversee and quality assure Fraud Indication reports produced by SSQ C1 team in the field6.Under the direction of the C1 Manager, liaising with all relevant stakeholders regarding information systems and informational needs7.Supporting and Collaborating with MoEC to promote ownership and use of key IMR systems, including by:· Involving and coordinating with MoEC on key aspects of IMR systems development· As relevant, provide recommendations to MoEC on their internal systems for data storage and management, especially those directly related to Component 1 (site selection proposals, school construction drawings, reports from construction management companies, etc)· As relevant, providing or facilitating capacity building for MoEC database staff· Ensure that, to the greatest extent possible, the tools and systems developed by Component 1 can be used and maintained by MoEC or local government education offices after the completion of the EP8.Others as requested and agreed with the C1 Manager

Other Requirements

Job Other Requirements?The following are required for the position of IMR Manager: 1.University qualification (Bachelors or equivalent) in information management, computer science, statistics, or other relevant discipline. 2.At least 5 years relevant experience 3.Very good understanding of database and management information systems and processes. 4.Very good understanding of and experience with donor and institutional reporting requirements. 5.Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to build effective working relationships internally and externally
6.Experience and ability to manage and supervise a team including specialist staff. 7.Strong analytical skills and ability to identify high-priority information.
8.Highly proficient written and spoken English

The following are highly desirable for the position of IMR Manager:1.Postgraduate degree (Masters or equivalent) in information management, computer science, statistics, or other relevant discipline.2.Prior working experience in Indonesia, especially with the Indonesian government3.Background in or knowledge of construction / engineering / architecture4.Proficient written and spoken Bahasa Indonesia

Duration of Contract:The duration of contract for this position is for 12 months with possible extension subject to approval by the Client.

Cardno Emerging Markets is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to child protection in all fields. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Australian Aid - managed by Cardno Emerging Markets on behalf of AusAID

How to apply:

How to apply: To apply for this position, please send your current CV and application letter to: 1. click on the apply this job link at the bottom page of our career website: http://www.cardno.com/en-au/Careers/Pages/SSQ---Information-Management-a... ; or2. send through email to recruitment.emergingmarkets@cardno.com

Applications this position close at 9pm Jakarta time on 4 October 2013.

Organization: Mazars Starling Resources
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 30 Sep 2013

INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND

Mazars Starling Resources (MSR): MSR is a Bali-based consulting firm that designs solutions to economic, social and environmental concerns with regard to the management of natural resources. MSR’s clients include donors, multi-lateral agencies, and private companies.

The Bird’s Head Seascape (BHS): The BHS in West Papua is one of the most bio-diverse marine environments in the world, with more than 1600 species of coral reef fishes, 600 reef-building corals and countless critical habitats for threatened species. The BHS reefs and mangrove forests provide critical food, livelihoods and protection for more than 761,000 people. These vital resources are now threatened.

BHS Marine Protected Areas: Since 2005, a collaboration between local governments, the Walton Family Foundation, Conservation International (CI), The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and others has successfully established more than 3.5 million ha of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) across the in Raja Ampat, Fak Fak, and Cenderawasih Bay National Park.

MSR’s Parallel Initiative: Working on behalf of the Walton Family Foundation, MSR’s Parallel Initiative aims to ensure that the MPA network in Raja Ampat is sustainably financed and managed. MSR plans to give direct support and capacity building to the Raja Ampat MPA management body to ensure it has the appropriate structure, powers and mandate needed to effectively achieve its mission.

MPA Management Operations Advisor: MSR is hiring an Operations Advisor to support the MPA management body through full time administrative and operational support to the MPA management team.

The Operations Advisor will be placed in the MPA management office in Waisai and will lead and support the processes of developing business, operational, work, and capacity building plans in collaboration with the MPA management body, senior NGO field staff, and other relevant government stakeholders. The Operations Advisor will also support day to day operations regarding communication, workplace protocol, work planning, budgeting and execution, management, and other tasks.

The Operations Advisor is a full-time position based in Waisai, Raja Ampat for the period of one year with the possibility of renewal. The position will report to directly to Mazars Starling Resources in Bali.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESThe operations advisor will report directly to MSR’s office in Bali and will abide by the standards and regulations of MSR and the host organization, UPTD, under the Raja Ampat regency government.

The operations advisor is a seconded staff member from Mazars Starling Resources to the local MPA management body and will be placed within the local management body as a full time advisor supporting day to day operations and contributing leadership to critical tasks such as budget development, business plan development, and others. Duties will encompass all aspects of organizational management and are expected to include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Oversight and development of institutional management protocols and processes

In collaboration with other stakeholders, the Operations Advisor will guide the development critical organization documents expected to include: o five year business plans o staffing plans o work planso budgetso other relevant financial and administrative procedures necessary to enhance the institutional performance of the Raja Ampat MPA management body.

1. Daily Operational SupportProvide leadership and support on all aspects of day-to-day institutional management including, but not limited to, financial reporting, office management and communications, personnel management and conflict resolution.

2. Capacity development of local government personnel• Supports the development of training modules and materials for institutional management capacity development workshops on business planning, financial management, computer applications and office management. • Participates in and supports the implementation of institutional management workshops for local government officials.• Assists with monitoring and evaluation of training workshops.

3. Field coordination• Liaises with local government offices, BHS partner organizations, community-based organizations, and MSR office in Bali to ensure the effective institutional management of the Raja Ampat MPA network.• Provides written and verbal progress reports to MSR office in Bali on a weekly basis.• Some travel to other sites, including Sorong, Manokwari, and Bali may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE• Degree in Management, and/or equivalent training and experience in administrative, financial, and organizational management.• Experience developing budgets, work plans, standard operating procedures and other key management documents.• Experience advising and managing a team of colleagues.• Experience with mentoring and advising coworkers and providing professional development advice and opportunities for others. • Minimum six years of work experience in administrative management, financial budgeting, and/or office operations.• Relevant experience working with international organizations in West Papua; sensitivity to and understanding of West Papuan culture and politics.• Knowledge of relevant Indonesian laws and regulations pertaining to local government financial management is desired.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED• Proven leadership, administrative management, problem-solving, diplomacy and teamwork skills.• Excellent budgeting, staff management, project management, and work planning• Excellent communication skills in Bahasa Indonesia; proficiency in English.• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

How to apply:

We are looking to fill this position immediately. Interested candidates must send cover letter, CV, salary history and writing sample before September 30, 2013 to:

Ms. Krista ClementEmail: krista.clement@mazarsstarlingresources.com

Organization: Association of Southeast Asian Nations
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 30 Sep 2013

THE ASEAN SECRETARIAT INVITES ASEAN NATIONALS TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION OF

SENIOR OFFICER ASEAN CONNECTIVITY DIVISION

Background:

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Secretariat is the nerve centre of ASEAN, a regional inter-governmental organisation founded in 1967, to promote peace and stability, sustained economic growth, shared prosperity and social progress. It comprises the ten countries of Southeast Asia.

The entry into force of the ASEAN Charter on 15 December 2008 had provided new impetus to ASEAN’s integration efforts by establishing a legal and institutional framework required to achieve the ASEAN Community by 2015. This includes the newly approved organizational structure of the ASEAN Secretariat that is aligned to the requirements of the Charter and the three Blueprints of the ASEAN Political-Security Community (APSC), the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), and the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC).

The ASEAN Leaders adopted the Master Plan on ASEAN Connectivity on 28 October 2010 at the 17th ASEAN Summit which identified key strategies and actions to facilitate regional integration through the enhancement of physical, institutional and people-to-people connectivity.

Currently the ASEAN Secretariat is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Senior Officer under the ASEAN Connectivity Division of the Office of Secretary-General of ASEAN.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide technical advices and recommendations through the undertaking of research works and technical papers to support the implementation of Master Plan on ASEAN Connectivity;
2. Support the development, implementation and monitoring of projects in the Master Plan on ASEAN Connectivity, amongst others, including assessing its technical and financial viability (e.g., drafting terms of reference for feasibility studies), identifying appropriate financing mechanisms and potential sources of financing for the projects, monitoring the implementation of the projects (including project appraisal process);
3. Work closely with desk officers who are working directly on the three pillars of the Master Plan on ASEAN Connectivity including physical, institutional and people-to-people;
4. Engage interested external entities (including dialogue and development partners, and private sector) on their possible roles in the implementation of the Master Plan on ASEAN Connectivity;
5. Develop promotional materials and participate in national, regional and international outreach program for the Master plan on ASEAN Connectivity;
6. Facilitate the meetings of existing and future entities (including ASEAN Connectivity Coordinating Committee) involve in the implementation of Master Plan on ASEAN Connectivity the preparation of technical papers, drafting of reports, and serving as resource persons; and
7. Prepare regular reports on the progress of implementing the Master Plan on ASEAN Connectivity.

Requirements:

• Advanced degree in economics, business management or other appropriate discipline;
• A minimum of six (6) years of working experience in project management including resources mobilization. and public-private-partnership (PPP) projects;
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, monitor and review policy and procedures;
• Demonstrates ability to plan and organise tasks and work flows, with proven ability for accuracy under pressure and adherence to deadlines;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, including experience in cross-cultural environment and international settings.
• Demonstrates ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with stakeholders.

General qualifications:

Computer literacy and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office tools; ability to multi-task, work long and irregular hours, and perform tasks outside the usual job scope; ability to function effectively, independently and as part of a team; and a willingness to travel on short notice.

Remuneration and Benefits:

Successful candidate will be offered the post with a probation period of six months and monthly salary starting from USD 2,900. There are other applicable benefits which include housing, medical, education of dependent children, and gratuity. Upon completion of the probationary period, the candidate will be confirmed for up to three-year contract, inclusive of the six-month probationary period, in the first instance.

How to apply:

Send your application to asean.hr@asean.org highlighting your suitability and potential contribution to the position together with a detailed CV, including a recent passport-sized photograph, certified true copies of educational certificates obtained and completed Employment Application Form, which can be downloaded at www.asean.org.

Please indicate on the subject heading: Application for Senior Officer for ASEAN Connectivity Division. Application papers should reach the ASEAN Secretariat by 30 September 2013.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Selection Committee’s decision is final and only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Organization: Association of Southeast Asian Nations
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 15 Sep 2013

THE ASEAN SECRETARIAT
INVITES ASEAN NATIONALS
TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION OF

SENIOR OFFICER
LEGAL SERVICES & AGREEMENTS DIVISION

Background:
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Secretariat is the nerve centre of ASEAN, a regional inter-governmental organisation founded in 1967, to promote peace and stability, sustained economic growth, shared prosperity and social progress. It comprises the ten countries of Southeast Asia.

The entry into force of the ASEAN Charteron 15 December 2008 had provided new impetus to ASEAN’s integration efforts by establishing a legal and institutional framework required to achieve the ASEAN Community by 2015. This includes the newly approved organisational structure of the ASEAN Secretariat that is aligned to the requirements of the Charter and the three Blueprints of the ASEAN Political-Security Community (APSC), the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), and the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC). The ASEAN Secretariat is therefore well positioned to provide the necessary functions required to effectively support the community building process under the Charter and the Blueprints.

Currently ASEC is looking for qualified and suitable candidate to fill the position of Senior Officer, who will work under the Legal Services & Agreements Division, Corporate Affairs Directorate, ASEAN Community & Corporate Affairs Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Provide legal opinions and advices to all ASEAN Sectoral Ministerial Bodies on all legal matters including public international law, in particular in the area of international treaties and their related aspects:
• Provide support and assistance on ASEAN legal related work on development and conclusion of international agreements/treaties among ASEAN Member States and with external parties
• Provide legal views/opinion on international treaty/agreement and its related aspects
• Undertake legal review and interpretation of various ASEAN legal instruments

1. Participate in the relevant ASEAN Sectoral Ministerial Bodies as resource person on legal related matters:
   • Draft agenda and/or report of the meeting for adoption
   • Coordinate with ASEAN Member States on the organisaiton of the meeting
   • Draft/prepare various legal papers/opinions
   • Provide support as a resource person for the related meeting

2. Support the Secretary-General of ASEAN and the ASEAN Secretariat on law and legal matters
   • Provide support and assistance on law and legal related matters to the Secretary-General of ASEAN and the ASEAN Secretariat
   • Provide legal services on various works relating to the functioning and operation of the ASEAN Secretariat

3. Support the role of the ASEAN Secretariat as depository of ASEAN agreements and legal instruments, as well as monitoring the implementation of those agreements
   • Undertake review and examination of the legal status of ASEAN agreements, in particular legal related issues on ratification, entry into force and validity of ASEAN agreements.
   • Review, compile & update the list of ASEAN agreements.
   • Provide other necessary legal assistances in ensuring the effective performance of the ASEAN Secretariat as depository of ASEAN Agreements.

4. Ensure the effective operationalization of the ASEAN Dispute Settlement Mechanisms as provided for in the ASEAN Charter and other legal instruments
   • Assist the Secretary-General of ASEAN on law and legal matters relating to his role and responsibility in the dispute settlement mechanisms in ASEAN
   • Support the ASEAN Secretariat in performing its role in Dispute Settlement Mechanisms that are provided for in various ASEAN legal instruments.
   • Coordinate with relevant divisions in the ASEAN Secretariat to monitor the compliance of ASEAN agreements.

5. Other legal works assigned by the Head of the Division
   • Perform other legal works assigned by the Head of the Division

Qualifications and Experience:
? Postgraduate degree in law with at least 6 year-working experiences, preferably, in the field of international law and international treaties;
? High-level technical skills and knowledge in area of responsibility.
? Demonstrated skills in problem solving, planning and the development of policies and procedures.
? Demonstrated ability to motivate staff and work effectively with people at all levels of the organisation.
? Experience in identifying training and professional/technical development needs of staff.
? Demonstrated ability to conduct both formal and on the job training, and foster the career development goals of staff.
? Demonstrated sound oral and written communication skills and sound interpersonal skills, including experience in cross-cultural environment and international settings.
? Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with stakeholders.
? Demonstrated commitment to collaborative work practices.
? Competency in computer skills with adequate knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook where relevant to the position.
? Proven ability for accuracy under pressure and adherence to deadlines.
? Excellent command of English, written and spoken.

Remuneration and Benefits:
Successful candidate will be offered the post with a probation period of six months and monthly salary starting from USD 2,900. There are other applicable benefits which include housing, medical, education of dependent children, and gratuity. Upon completion of the probationary period, the candidate will be confirmed for up to three-year contract, inclusive of the six-month probationary period, in the first instance.

How to apply:

Send your application to asean.hr@asean.org highlighting your suitability and potential contribution to the position together with a detailed CV, including a recent passport-sized photograph, certified true copies of educational certificates obtained and completed Employment Application Form, which can be downloaded at www.asean.org.

Please indicate on the subject heading: Application for Senior Officer for Legal Services & Agreements Division. Application papers should reach the ASEAN Secretariat by 15 September 2013.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Selection Committee’s decision is final and only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 20 Sep 2013

International Business & Technical Consultants Inc.(IBTCI) is currently seeking a Team Leader for an evaluation of the United States Department of State (DOS) Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) Criminal Justice Programs in Indonesia. The purpose of the evaluation is to assess the effectiveness of five of the projects being undertaken through two INL-funded Criminal Justice programs in Indonesia. As a result of these activities, INL aims to achieve: 1.) a determination of the effectiveness of showing evidence based outcome results of INL-funded criminal justice programs; 2.) identified lessons learned and best practices that will benefit the INL rule of law programs in Indonesia; and 3.) timely analysis for management decisions. The period of performance will be 7 months, with travel in Indonesia. Required Qualifications - The Team Leader must have:• Master’s degree;• At least 15 years relevant experience conducting evaluations on criminal justice or related projects overseas;• Law enforcement background;• Degree related to law enforcement or a law degree;• Experience related to maritime security, emergency management systems, use of force;• Professional experience in Asia, and specifically Indonesia is desirable as is administering successful technical assistance projects in these areas;• Bahasa Indonesian language competency;• Fluency in English (reading, writing, and speaking);• Excellent research, writing, analytical, and presentation skills;• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage the legal assistance evaluation team.

Company Profile: International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a U.S. based international development consulting company established in 1987, has worked in over eighty-five countries and has implemented over one hundred and fifty projects. IBTCI has served governments, private sector companies and several donor agencies in the practice area of Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) across many sectors including education, health, economic growth and democracy & governance. IBTCI’s other practice areas include: Accountancy and Financial Management; Procurement Services; Banking and Finance and Private Sector Development.

How to apply:

Please send an updated CV and three professional references to recruiting@ibtci.com with the subject line “INL Indonesia – Team Leader” No phone calls please. Only final candidates will be contacted. IBTCI is an equal opportunity employer.

Organization: GRM International
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 18 Sep 2013

Contracts Manager

AusAID funded HIV Cooperation Program for Indonesia

Position based in Jakarta

 

GRM International in collaboration with the Burnet Institute is the managing contractor for the HIV Cooperation Program for Indonesia (HCPI), the largest component of the Australia Indonesia Partnership for HIV.

 

HCPI is seeking applications from suitably qualified individuals for the position of Contracts Manager. Under the direction of the Finance Director, the Contracts Manager will be responsible for:

• Effective management of all contracts with partner organisations to support partners in correct use of grant funds and related reporting
• Supervision of a contract team and the delegation of tasks accordingly
• Financial budget supervision and ensuring the cost-effectiveness and value for money of contracts.
• Implementing internal audit processes for partner grants, and working closely with external auditors in auditing the project partners in compliance with AusAID requirements;
• Preparing quarterly fund requests and estimates and review schedule of payments, and advising Finance Director regarding cash forecasting of contract funds
• Monitoring compliance by partner organisations with established procedures and identifying areas of recurrent pressure, and providing guidance on contract matters
• Developing and facilitating training in financial and contractual management and procedures to partner organisations based on needs identified.
• Ensuring that signed contracts are communicated to all relevant parties to provide contract visibility and awareness, and interpretation to support implementation.
• Maintaining contracts database in coordination with the technical and finance teams, including contractual records and documentation such as receipt and control of all contract correspondence, partner contact information sheets, contractual changes, status reports and other documents.
• Developing standard costs for particular activities covered under the grants program;
• Organising assessment of the financial capacity of project partners to utilise funds in a transparent and effective manner;
• Ensure correct procedures are followed for contract close-out, extension or renewal.

 

Interested candidates for the position should have the following qualifications and experience:

• Tertiary Degree in Finance/Accounting with a minimum of five years experience in contract management
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with partner organisations
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and to function as a team member while also being able to work independently
• Experience in providing financial training and mentoring/coaching
• Experience in conducting financial audits
• Demonstrated strong analytical thinking and pro-activeness
• Excellent organizational and computer skills especially with spreadsheet and database
• Ability to work in English and Indonesian.

 

How to apply:

To register your interest, please submit a cover letter addressing the essential criteria and CV to recruitment@hcpi.or.id.

 

Applications close 4pm Jakarta time on Wednesday 18th September 2013

 

HCPI is managed by GRM International Pty Ltd and Burnet Institute on behalf of AusAID.

 

About GRM International

GRM is a leading international professional services firm specializing in the provision of project design, management expertise and technical assistance to development projects for bilateral and multilateral funding agencies, governments and corporations. We assist developing regions globally to achieve sustainable economic growth……. and create a better future!

 

To keep up to date with the latest jobs and development sector news, visit www.grminternational.com  and follow us on facebook | linkedin | twitter.

Organization: Center for International Forestry Research
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 20 Sep 2013

The Consultant will support the CRP-FTA Director in generating, gathering and synthesizing information relevant to assessing the performance and impact of CRP-FTA. The Consultant will also assist in reporting information to all CRP partners, and support CIFOR's CRP-CCAFS Coordinator in corresponding tasks for CCAFS.

The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) advances human well-being, environmental conservation and equity by conducting research to help shape policies and practices that affect forests in developing countries. CIFOR is a member of the CGIAR Consortium. Our headquarters are in Bogor, Indonesia, with offices in Asia, Africa and South America.

CIFOR is looking for a Consultant for Information, Monitoring and Reporting - CGIAR Research Program (CRP) on Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA) and CRP on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS)

Overview

The Consultant will support the CRP-FTA Director in generating, gathering and synthesizing information relevant to assessing the performance and impact of CRP-FTA. The Consultant will also assist in reporting information to all CRP partners, and support CIFOR's CRP-CCAFS Coordinator in corresponding tasks for CCAFS.

The role will include establishing links between project and CRP operational plans, leveraging reporting requirements across research portfolios, establishing mechanisms to capture, report and assess progress against objectives, and liaising with CIFOR staff, CRP-FTA partners and CCAFS management.

Meeting these objectives will require the Consultant to:

1.understand the formal reporting requirements for CRP-FTA and CRP-CCAFS;
2.understand data being collected routinely, and data that might be collected and that would assist in reporting and demonstrating performance and impact;
3.understand the CGIAR Intellectual Assets Policy and the CIFOR Research Data Management Policy, and how to assist CIFOR staff in complying with those policies;
4.be proactive and collaborative in seeking, compiling and synthesizing relevant information, in anticipation of deadlines and reporting requirements;
5.liaise effectively with the CRP-FTA Director and CIFOR's CRP-CCAFS Coordinator, and with staff in CRP partner centers.

The Consultant's work will have an impact in the following key result areas:

1.CIFOR is better able to track, report and demonstrate the outcomes and impacts of its research to funding partners, the CGIAR and other stakeholders.
2.CIFOR is better able to execute its leadership of CRP-FTA and its involvement in other CRPs.
3.Across CIFOR's entire research portfolio, there is a.improved portfolio management;
b.improved collection and use of evidence to support claims of progress;
c.more effective management of reporting requirements;
d.timely and efficient completion of reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities/Tasks

Under the supervision of the CRP-FTA Director and alongside CIFOR's CRP-CCAFS Coordinator, the Consultant will coordinate the collection and consolidation of data, reports and information relating to the delivery of research activities and outputs for CRP-FTA and CRP-CCAFS.

Specific duties and responsibilities:

• Monitor the assigned CRP reporting commitments and ensure timely submission of reports and other documentation.
• Coordinate the collection of information from research themes and teams, as required for CRP and project reporting and work plans.
• Ensure CRP information is stored and managed effectively, and assist in implementing CIFOR's Research Data Management Policy.
• Integrate work plans and reports from research themes into draft reports for review by CRP management and coordinators/focal points.
• Edit, proofread and finalize CRP reports and other documents, ensuring consistency with reporting style, content and format requirements.
• Act as liaison between CIFOR units (e.g., research portfolios, finance, human resources), CRP coordinators/focal points and other organizational units, including other process managers, on matters related to CRP data and reporting.
• Act as focal point for the integration of CRP reports and information into the institutional reporting framework.
• Support the development of appropriate reporting templates and information management systems (e.g., research management component of OCS).
• Other duties as required.

Outputs:

• Data sets relevant to reporting requirements
• CRP-FTA and CRP-CCAFS reports
• Other reports as directed.

Requirements:

Education, experience and technical skills

• Minimum Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in environmental policy or project management/coordination
• Proven track record of working with diverse partners to solve problems and achieve shared goals
• Superior knowledge of best practices and current trends in large project portfolio management, monitoring and evaluation
• Excellent donor interface, project design, implementation and reporting skills
• Experience living and working in a developing country
• Outstanding writing skills and public speaking skills
• Fluency in English (native speaker level) is required; proficiency in other international languages is desirable.

Competencies

• Values the sharing of information and continuous improvement in a cooperative atmosphere of constructive evaluation and learning
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Proactive, target driven
• Outstanding writing skills and good public speaking skills
• Proven negotiation, strategic planning and execution skills
• Proven ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and to perform under pressure
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize
• Excellent negotiation, facilitation and conflict-resolution skills
• A team player, with proven performance in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment

Terms and conditions

• The contract will initially be for 6 months, with a work plan to be developed in conjunction with the CRP-FTA Director and CIFOR's CRP CCAFS Coordinator.
• The duty station will be at CIFOR headquarters in Bogor, Indonesia.

How to apply:

http://www.ngojobsonline.com/Job_268_Consultant+for+Information+Monitori...

The application deadline is 20 September 2013.

Please send your letter of interest and CV. Please indicate the position title in the email subject line.

CIFOR is an equal opportunity employer. Staff diversity contributes to excellence.

Organization: GRM International
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 18 Sep 2013

Finance and Procurement Manager

AusAID funded Performance Oversight and Monitoring (POM) of Australia’s Education Partnership with Indonesia

GRM International has been appointed as the Performance Oversight and Monitoring contractor (POM) for the Australia Education Partnership (EP) with Indonesia, Australia’s largest bilateral aid program to date.

POM is hiring a Finance and Procurement Manager who will oversee a range of finance, procurement and associated administrative activities related to the successful implementation of the POM. The role involves ensuring sound financial management, monitoring and reporting of POM’s budget and cash flow and shall be responsible for the effective coordination of procurements including impeccable tendering procedures and contract management. The Finance and Procurement Manager oversees aadministration of the POM’s office facilities, as well as having responsibility for other finance functions of the project such as payroll, and logistical support to personnel for field visits such as travel arrangements. In addition, s/he will assist the Operations Manager in monitoring the effectiveness and efficiency of the POM’s financial operations, internal controls, and risk assessment system.

The successful candidate for the position will have the following qualifications and experiences:

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in the field of finance and procurement, preferably in international donor-funded projects
• Extensive knowledge and experience in finance and accounting, in particular with Accounting Excel spread sheets, petty cash management, cash flow, forecasting and negotiation.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in logistics and procurement.
• Thorough understanding of IT systems
• Demonstrated ability to promote and initiate work processes and complete given assignments with minimum supervision.
• Fluency in Bahasa Indonesia and a good working knowledge of English.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Word, MS Excel, and the internet.
• Trustworthiness, integrity, good analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team and be customer-satisfaction oriented.

How to apply:

To register your interest, please submit your CV through the GRM International Careers Page (http://www.grminternational.com/jobs).  Please email naomi.fillmore@grminternational.com for any inquiries regarding this opportunity.

Applications close on 18th September 2013

POM is managed by GRM International Pty Ltd on behalf of AusAID.

About GRM International

GRM is a leading international professional services firm specializing in the provision of project design, management expertise and technical assistance to development projects for bilateral and multilateral funding agencies, governments and corporations. We assist developing regions globally to achieve sustainable economic growth……. and create a better future!

 

To keep up to date with the latest jobs and development sector news, visit www.grminternational.com  and follow us on facebook | linkedin | twitter.

Organization: Center for International Forestry Research
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 03 Oct 2013

The Senior Scientist will facilitate and identify strategic opportunities for research with impacts on the management of planted forests for multiple goods and services, to further realise their potential contribution to contemporary sustainable development objectives at scales from local to global, and from smallholder to landscape scales. The Senior Scientist will develop, where appropriate, international comparative research, with a focus on realising policy impacts that contribute to CIFOR's mission and the CGIAR's goals. The Senior Scientist might also co-lead CIFOR's new research initiative in planted forests, and will foster collaboration and work closely with partner organisations with complementary objectives. The Senior Scientist will be supervised by the Director of Forests and Environment Research and will work closely with colleagues in all CIFOR Research Teams.

The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) advances human well-being, environmental conservation and equity by conducting research to help shape policies and practices that affect forests in developing countries. CIFOR is a member of the CGIAR Consortium. Our headquarters are in Bogor, Indonesia, with offices in Asia, Africa and South America.

CIFOR is looking for a Senior Scientist,
Management of Planted Forests

Overview

The Senior Scientist will facilitate and identify strategic opportunities for research with impacts on the management of planted forests for multiple goods and services, to further realise their potential contribution to contemporary sustainable development objectives at scales from local to global, and from smallholder to landscape scales. The Senior Scientist will develop, where appropriate, international comparative research, with a focus on realising policy impacts that contribute to CIFOR’s mission and the CGIAR’s goals. The Senior Scientist might also co-lead CIFOR’s new research initiative in planted forests, and will foster collaboration and work closely with partner organisations with complementary objectives. The Senior Scientist will be supervised by the Director of Forests and Environment Research and will work closely with colleagues in all CIFOR Research Teams.

Duties and responsibilities

Science
Provide scientific guidance and ensures that the concepts and methods of the research carried out are appropriate and meet the highest scientific standards, reflecting up-to-date scientific methods and concepts.
Work in close collaboration with CRP6 component coordinators/leaders within CIFOR to define and implement research activities in emerging areas of research.
Write and supervise publications and other scientific communications related to research activities.
Disseminate science through POLEX, blogs and other popular forums.

Capacity building
Lead and supervise the capacity building initiatives of the projects.
Supervise students and mentor junior scientists in the projects.

Partnership
As directed by the Director of Research in Forests and Environment, represent CIFOR, when appropriate, in national, regional, and global forums related to forest governance.
Develop and maintain constructive partnerships with all stakeholders.

Policy-science dialogue
Lead, coordinate and/or contribute to the policy-science dialogue of relevant projects.
Lead, coordinate and/or contribute to outcomes and impacts of relevant projects.
Lead, coordinate and/or contribute to communication targeted at policy makers (including workshops, website and policy briefs) of relevant projects.

Fund raising
Lead the search for additional funding for relevant projects.

Management
Plan and monitor research activities of the relevant projects, including their financial aspects, as necessary.
Supervise and mentor staff, when appropriate.
Lead, coordinate and/or contribute reporting to donors.

Details of duties, assignments and objectives will be further discussed and laid out in the staff’s annual performance contract.

Requirements

Education, experience and technical skills
PhD in forestry or related discipline (e.g., ecology, natural resource management, natural resource economics).
At least seven years of relevant experience in collaborative research.
Strong publications record, especially in peer reviewed publications.
Track record in resource mobilisation/fund raising and in proposal development/writing.
Fluent in spoken and written English. Ability in one or more international language(s) is an advantage.
Experience in working with multiple partners and working in developing countries are preferred.

Personal attributes and competencies
Management experience and organisational skills in project management.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, experienced in working with multicultural and multidisciplinary research teams.
Excellent facilitation and teambuilding capacity.
Values the sharing of information and continuous improvement in a cooperative atmosphere of constructive evaluation and learning.

We are looking for people who share our mission and our commitment to professionalism, innovation, impact and collaboration.

Terms and conditions
Competitive remuneration in US dollars commensurate with skills and experience.
The appointment will be for a period of three years, including a one year probation, with a possibility of extension contingent upon performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources.The duty station will be at the CIFOR Headquarters in Bogor, Indonesia.

Application process
We will be processing applications until a suitable candidate is identified.
We will acknowledge all applications, but we will contact only short-listed candidates.

Please submit your letter of interest and CV in English, including contact information for three referees. Please indicate the position and its reference number in the email subject line.

CIFOR is an equal opportunity employer. Staff diversity contributes to excellence.

How to apply:

http://www.ngojobsonline.com/Job_182_Senior+Scientist+for+the+Management...

Organization: GRM International
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 13 Sep 2013

GRM Project Manager – Indonesia

 

GRM International’s APAC Business Unit is seeking applications for a Project Manager - within GRM referred to as the Program Operations Manager (level III).

 

Responsibilities:

The Project Manager will ensure cost effective, timely and specification compliant project delivery by providing scheduling, operational, financial and compliance support.

 

They will be the principal contact between AusAID, the program, GRM and all GRM operations supports teams including (i) HR, (ii) recruitment, (iii) security, (iv) finance (GRM commercial management group and project accounting group liaison), (v) internal audit and risk, (vi) contracting and compliance, (vii) IT, (viii) technical support from GRM’s Growth and Livelihoods Practice and (ix) quality and performance management, knowledge management and learning from GRM’s in-house specialists in the Growth and Livelihoods Practice and the Effective Development Group. The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing inputs and support from these support services within GRM.

 

This position will initially be based in Jakarta.

 

Selection Criteria:

Relevant bachelor’s degree; master’s degree (preferred).

Total minimum of 7 years relevant work experience.

Minimum 3 years managing AusAID projects, or projects of another bilateral donor, including managing long and short term consultants, project start-up & closeout, achieving milestones and interpreting project plans.

Minimum 2 years of people management experience, including setting clear performance objectives, managing for results, giving and receiving feedback, performance evaluation and mentoring and coaching consultants/employees.

At least 2 years of experience in a developing country or similar environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Indonesian (preferred).

Knowledge of Indonesian public sector and experience working with government agencies (preferred).

Experience working on Rural Development or Agricultural projects or initiatives (preferred).

Ability to mobilise and relocate to Indonesia quickly.

 

How to apply:

How to apply:

If you would like to apply, or if you require more information, please email Naomi Fillmore directly at naomi.fillmore@grminternational.com with "Project Manager - Indonesia" in the subject line. Applications close Friday 13 September, 2013.

 

About GRM International…

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Organization: Coffey
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 13 Sep 2013

AUSTRALIA INDONESIA PARTNERSHIP for HEALTH SYSTEMS STRENGTHENING –IMPLEMENTING SERVICES PROVIDER (ISP)

Opportunities to contribute to a significant health development program in Indonesia• Based in Jakarta, Indonesia • Full-time Contract for one year with possibility of extension

Coffey International Development is the Implementing Service Provider (ISP) for the AusAID funded Australia-Indonesia Partnership for Health Systems Strengthening (AIPHSS) program. The AIPHSS program is a partnership between the Indonesian Ministry of Health and AusAID and supports the Government of Indonesia’s plan to strengthen health systems and achieve health Millennium Development Goals. The program’s outcome (purpose) is the improved use of quality primary health care to improve the health status of poor people in Indonesia.

We are currently seeking applications for a Human Resource (HR) Officer for this program. The key accountability of the HR Officer includes: Effective coordination of all AIPHSS recruitment; Maintain administrative systems in relation to recruitment including the Coffey Candidate Management System (CMS) and Maintain administrative aspect of human resource function. The HR Officer will work and support the HR and Recruitment Manager, the ISP team and the PMU team. The position is under management of and accountable to the HR and Recruitment Manager.

How to apply:

Details job description and an online application form for this role is available via our website at www.careers.coffey.com . Interested applicants must submit the completed application form quoting reference number COFF-3755 with a copy of their CV.

For further enquiries please contact: Ms. Evy Suryanti at Evy_Suryanti@aiphss.org or Tieke Utama at tieke.said@coffey.com

This position is for Indonesian Nationality only. Applications close by 5pm on 13th September 2013 (Jakarta Time).

Organization: GRM International
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 10 Sep 2013

Education Access Specialist

AusAID funded Performance Oversight and Monitoring (POM) of Australia’s Education Partnership with Indonesia

 

 

GRM International has been appointed as the Performance Oversight and Monitoring contractor (POM) for the Australia Education Partnership (EP) with Indonesia, Australia’s largest bilateral aid program to date.

 

POM is hiring an Education Access Specialist to lead planning, fieldwork and analysis of those aspects of the sector context that relate to the expected outcomes of the Access component (C1) of the EP and its expected contribution to EP Goals. The consultancy is expected to capture sector-based risks and opportunities, and to provide practical advice on measures to improve program results, relevance and sustainability.

 

The Consultant will have responsibility for writing relevant sections of the Annual Sector Monitoring Report (ASMR), including related annexes to the report, and for helping to ensure consistency in approach and style across the ASMR. All recommendations must be robust and practical, and be informed by findings.

 

The Consultant will be contracted for a period of 32 days ideally commencing 7th October 2013.

 

The Education Access Specialist will undertake the following activities:

• Familiarise him/herself with the assignment and the EP. Liaising with POM’s Education and Research Analysis Specialist and, as required, with key AusAID staff members about the purpose, expectations and direction of the ASMR. Conducting a home-based review of key EP documents.
• Execute a desk review. Identifying possible risks and opportunities, whilst also identifying gaps in understanding, detecting contrasting narratives regarding particular events, facts and issues, and identifying lines of enquiry.

• Prepare and implement fieldwork plan. Identifying broad lines of enquiry, specific field questions, expected information sources, ensure gaps and overlapping lines of enquiry are identified, identify/discuss any matters of sensitivity, to request introductions if required.
• Analyse findings. Reviewing data and information, participating in collective data review and analysis, identifying and assessing specific sector-based risks, identifying specific sector-based opportunities for AusAID and its partners,
• Prepare agreed deliverables for the Draft Report and incorporate  AusAID’s feedback on the Draft Report

Throughout this process, the Lead Analyst will work in close collaboration with representatives from POM, AusAID, Government of Indonesia and EP implementing partners as necessary.

The successful candidate for the position will have the following qualifications and experiences:

• High level academic qualifications (i.e. minimum of a Master’s degree) in a relevant subject area, e.g. political science, public administration, education.
• A strong understanding of, and at least ten years’ experience in, education access planning and educational reform in school systems in developing countries, particularly in Indonesia.
• Proven understanding of education sector policy and service delivery in Indonesia, and specifically as it relates to:
  • Access planning and related service delivery.
  • The Government’s infrastructure priorities, particularly as they relate to access, enrolment and participation at Junior Secondary level.
  • Related national and district-level planning, budgeting and expenditure.
• Knowledge of and access to relevant stakeholders, particularly in the Government of Indonesia and the Ministry of Education and Culture.
• Prior experience of conducting qualitative research and/or consultancy inputs of this nature in SE Asia, preferably Indonesia. This should include experience of conducting literature reviews, semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions and/or relevant participatory learning and analysis tools (e.g. force field analysis).
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A demonstrable ability to deliver high quality deliverables in English and to tight deadlines. Examples of earlier reports will be requested.

Ideally, the Consultant will also possess:

• Proven understanding of political economy analysis and related tools.
• Proven experience of working directly with donor agencies.
• Understanding of the Education Partnership and Australia’s aid program.
• Experience of conducting program reviews and evaluations.
• And be conversant, ideally fluent, in Bahasa Indonesia.

 

How to apply:

To register your interest, please submit your CV through the GRM International Careers Page (http://www.grminternational.com/jobs).  Please email naomi.fillmore@grminternational.com for any inquiries regarding this opportunity.

 

Applications close on 10th September 2013

 

Remuneration rates are set at Group B, Level 3 as governed by the AusAID Adviser Remuneration Framework. Click here to be directed to the AusAID Adviser Remuneration Framework.

 

POM is managed by GRM International Pty Ltd on behalf of AusAID.

 

About GRM International…

GRM is a leading international professional services firm specializing in the provision of project design, management expertise and technical assistance to development projects for bilateral and multilateral funding agencies, governments and corporations. We assist developing regions globally to achieve sustainable economic growth……. and create a better future!

 

To keep up to date with the latest jobs and development sector news, visit www.grminternational.com  and follow us on facebook | linkedin | twitter.

 

Organization: GRM International
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 10 Sep 2013

Education Quality Specialist

AusAID funded Performance Oversight and Monitoring (POM) of Australia’s Education Partnership with Indonesia

 

GRM International has been appointed as the Performance Oversight and Monitoring contractor (POM) for the Australia Education Partnership (EP) with Indonesia, Australia’s largest bilateral aid program to date.

 

POM is hiring an Education Quality Specialist to lead planning, fieldwork and analysis of those aspects of the sector context that relate to the expected outcomes of the Quality component (C2) of the EP and its expected contribution to EP Goals. The consultancy is expected to capture sector-based risks and opportunities, and to provide practical advice on measures to improve program results, relevance and sustainability.

 

The Consultant will have responsibility for writing relevant sections of the Annual Sector Monitoring Report (ASMR), including related annexes to the report, and for helping to ensure consistency in approach and style across the ASMR. All recommendations must be robust and practical, and be informed by findings.

 

The Consultant will be contracted for a period of 32 days ideally commencing 7th October 2013.

 

The Education Quality Specialist will undertake the following activities:

• Familiarise him/herself with the assignment and the EP. Liaising with POM’s Education and Research Analysis Specialist and, as required, with key AusAID staff members about the purpose, expectations and direction of the ASMR. Conducting a home-based review of key EP documents.
• Execute a desk review. Identifying possible risks and opportunities, whilst also identifying gaps in understanding, detecting contrasting narratives regarding particular events, facts and issues, and identifying lines of enquiry.

• Prepare and implement fieldwork plan. Identifying broad lines of enquiry, specific field questions, expected information sources, ensure gaps and overlapping lines of enquiry are identified, identify/discuss any matters of sensitivity, to request introductions if required.
• Analyse findings. Reviewing data and information, participating in collective data review and analysis, identifying and assessing specific sector-based risks, identifying specific sector-based opportunities for AusAID and its partners,
• Prepare agreed deliverables for the Draft Report and incorporate  AusAID’s feedback on the Draft Report

Throughout this process, the Lead Analyst will work in close collaboration with representatives from POM, AusAID, Government of Indonesia and EP implementing partners as necessary.

The successful candidate for the position will have the following qualifications and experiences:

• High level academic qualifications (i.e. minimum of a Master’s degree) in a relevant subject area, e.g. political science, public administration, education.
• A strong understanding of, and at least ten years’ experience in, educational reform in school systems in developing countries, particularly in Indonesia.
• Proven understanding of education sector policy and service delivery in Indonesia, and specifically as it relates to:
  • School and district education management.
  • Continuous professional development (CPD) of non-teaching personnel, e.g. school/Madrasah principals, school supervisors, and district and provincial government education officials.
  • Delivery mechanisms for CPD.
  • National accreditation for school principals and district officials.
  • Related GoI planning, budgeting and expenditure.
• Knowledge of and access to relevant stakeholders, particularly in the Government of Indonesia and the Ministry of Education and Culture.
• Prior experience of conducting qualitative research and/or consultancy inputs of this nature in SE Asia, preferably Indonesia. This should include experience of conducting literature reviews, semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions and/or relevant participatory learning and analysis tools (e.g. force field analysis).
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A demonstrable ability to deliver high quality deliverables in English and to tight deadlines. Examples of earlier reports will be requested.

Ideally, the Consultant will also possess:

• Proven understanding of political economy analysis and related tools.
• Proven experience of working directly with donor agencies.
• Understanding of the Education Partnership and Australia’s aid program.
• Experience of conducting program reviews and evaluations.
• And be conversant, ideally fluent, in Bahasa Indonesia.

 

How to apply:

To register your interest, please submit your CV through the GRM International Careers Page (http://www.grminternational.com/jobs).  Please email naomi.fillmore@grminternational.com for any inquiries regarding this opportunity.

 

Applications close on 10th September 2013

 

Remuneration rates are set at Group B, Level 3 as governed by the AusAID Adviser Remuneration Framework. Click here to be directed to the AusAID Adviser Remuneration Framework.

 

POM is managed by GRM International Pty Ltd on behalf of AusAID.

 

About GRM International…

GRM is a leading international professional services firm specializing in the provision of project design, management expertise and technical assistance to development projects for bilateral and multilateral funding agencies, governments and corporations. We assist developing regions globally to achieve sustainable economic growth……. and create a better future!

 

To keep up to date with the latest jobs and development sector news, visit www.grminternational.com  and follow us on facebook | linkedin | twitter.

 

Organization: GRM International
Country: Indonesia
Closing date: 10 Sep 2013

Islamic Education Specialist

AusAID funded Performance Oversight and Monitoring (POM) of Australia’s Education Partnership with Indonesia

 

GRM International has been appointed as the Performance Oversight and Monitoring contractor (POM) for the Australia Education Partnership (EP) with Indonesia, Australia’s largest bilateral aid program to date.

 

POM is hiring an Islamic Education Specialist to lead planning, fieldwork and analysis of those aspects of the sector context that relate to the expected outcomes of the Islamic Education component (C3) of the EP and its expected contribution to EP Goals. The consultancy is expected to capture sector-based risks and opportunities, and to provide practical advice on measures to improve program results, relevance and sustainability.

 

The Consultant will have responsibility for writing relevant sections of the Annual Sector Monitoring Report (ASMR), including related annexes to the report, and for helping to ensure consistency in approach and style across the ASMR. All recommendations must be robust and practical, and be informed by findings.

 

The Consultant will be contracted for a period of 32 days ideally commencing 7th October 2013.

 

The Islamic Education Specialist will undertake the following activities:

• Familiarise him/herself with the assignment and the EP. Liaising with POM’s Education and Research Analysis Specialist (Team Leader) and, as required, with key AusAID staff members about the purpose, expectations and direction of the ASMR. Conducting a home-based review of key EP documents.
• Execute a desk review. Identifying possible risks and opportunities, whilst also identifying gaps in understanding, detecting contrasting narratives regarding particular events, facts and issues, and identifying lines of enquiry.

• Prepare and implement fieldwork plan. Identifying broad lines of enquiry, specific field questions, expected information sources, ensure gaps and overlapping lines of enquiry are identified, identify/discuss any matters of sensitivity, to request introductions if required.
• Analyse findings. Reviewing data and information, participating in collective data review and analysis, identifying and assessing specific sector-based risks, identifying specific sector-based opportunities for AusAID and its partners,
• Prepare agreed deliverables for the Draft Report and incorporate  AusAID’s feedback on the Draft Report

Throughout this process, the Consultant will work in close collaboration with representatives from POM, AusAID, Government of Indonesia and EP implementing partners as necessary.

The successful candidate for the position will have the following qualifications and experiences:

• High level academic qualifications (i.e. minimum of a Master’s degree) in a relevant subject area, e.g. political science, public administration, education.
• A strong understanding of, and at least ten years’ experience in, educational reform in school systems in developing countries, particularly in Indonesia.
• Proven understanding of Islamic education sector policy and service delivery in Indonesia, and specifically as it relates to:
  • Quality of education services provided by Madrasah.
  • National Education Standards and national accreditation regulations and dynamics.
  • Madrasah and sector financing.
• Knowledge of and access to relevant stakeholders, particularly in the Government of Indonesia and the Ministry of Religious Affairs.
• Prior experience of conducting qualitative research and/or consultancy inputs of this nature in SE Asia, preferably Indonesia. This should include experience of conducting literature reviews, semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions and/or relevant participatory learning and analysis tools (e.g. force field analysis).
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A demonstrable ability to deliver high quality deliverables in English and to tight deadlines. Examples of earlier reports will be requested.

Ideally, the Consultant will:

• Have proven understanding of political economy analysis and related tools.
• Have proven experience of working directly with donor agencies.
• Have understanding of the Education Partnership and Australia’s aid program.
• Have experience of conducting program reviews and evaluations.
• Be conversant, ideally fluent, in Bahasa Indonesia.

 

How to apply:

To register your interest, please submit your CV through the GRM International Careers Page (http://www.grminternational.com/jobs).  Please email naomi.fillmore@grminternational.com for any inquiries regarding this opportunity.

 

Applications close on 10th September 2013

 

Remuneration rates are set at Group B, Level 3 as governed by the AusAID Adviser Remuneration Framework. Click here to be directed to the AusAID Adviser Remuneration Framework.

 

POM is managed by GRM International Pty Ltd on behalf of AusAID.

 

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