Thursday, May 22, 2008

Vacant Position In Care Indonesia - BA - ASAP

PROJECT OFFICER
COMMUNITY TRAINING ACCESS


MAIN PURPOSE:
The Project Officer is responsible for assisting in creating and running a participatory and community-driven training program in target villages using the PHAST approach. The Officer must have excellent social training skills, professional and experienced communication ability and a clear understanding of health/environmental issues related to water and sanitation. Experience training trainers and communities, working with NGO and/or government agency on health and watsan capacity building is very important. In addition, the Officer must be highly organized, pro-active and a confident social worker. The position requires the ability to work long hours when required.


RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Review pilot test of the PHAST approach in Aceh and help create a strategy and materials for the ACCESS project to carry out a participatory and RBA method.
2. Duties will include setting up watsan committees, creating PHAST training manuals and plans, conducting training workshops with leaders and villagers.
3. Train Trainers on PHAST program and assist them in regular meetings.
4. Work alongside Health & Hygiene Promotion and Technical staff to ensure effective implementation and training, and coordinate with Policy staff to raise rights of community.
5. Guide and direct Village Watsan Committees (VWSCs) to set up Village Watsan Plans.
6. Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.


SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
o At least 2 years of experience in humanitarian sector, preferably dealing with RBA watsan projects, Health and Hygiene Promotion, Training on Water and Sanitation.
o Trained by and implemented the PHAST (Participatory Hygiene And Sanitation Transformation) are a must.
o University degree in Social Work, Health, Development or other related topic.
o Excellent public communication, motivation and organization skills
o Knowledge of various environmental, personal health and rights issues related to water and sanitation, including management options, government advocacy and gender.
o Proficiency in Acehnese is preferred. Bahasa Indonesia is a must, English is a plus, with an ability to prepare training materials and tools of excellent quality.
o Awareness of water and sanitation challenges in Aceh as applied to a development settings, with special attention to the needs of women and children.


TERMS OF OFFER:
CARE is an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary and benefits package, and a collegial working environment. Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above positions, and detailed curriculum vitae (not more than 200KB), with names and addresses of three referees (including telephone, fax numbers and email address). Please DO NOT attached academic transcripts and Diplomas and states the applied position in the email subject or on the left hand-side of the envelope.

Please submit your applications before May 27, 2008 to
CARE International - Banda Aceh, Human Resources Unit to:
abdi_akbar@careind.or.id with cc Sylvia_vandra@careind.or.id
or
Application BOX-HRD CII
Jl. Soekarno Hatta Lr H. Binti No. 16, Lamteumen
Banda Aceh

Various Positions JRS Aceh

Urgently Required
Various Positions
of
Managerials and Skilled Officers
at Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) Indonesia


The Jesuit Refugee Service seeks to accompany, serve and defend the rights of refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs). Our programs flow from direct humanitarian services and personal involvement with persons exposed to the sufferings and limitations of refugee life.

JRS will serve the IDPs in post natural disaster and conflict to empower them to prepare and prevent any possibility of displacement due to natural and human made disaster. It will be for the first time that JRS serves the natural disaster and conflict survivors in the post disaster phase to seek some durable solution. A programme, “Community Capacity Empowerment for Displacement Prevention and Responses”, was designed to build capacities of rural communities and preventi0n mechanisms against displacement. It will be realised in some projects like Education/School, Community Building, and Youth focusing on peace education, disaster risk reduction, and early preparedness system. The programme should not only result in the success of programme implementation indicated by the survivors empowerment, but also some analysis by a simple research conducted by advocacy division on the characteristics of the post disaster area, and how far is JRS intervention in the
communities and the lives of returnees and relocated ones.

Project : Community Capacity Empowerment for Displacement
Prevention and Responses
Project Duration : June 2008 – May 2010
Duty Station : Tapaktuan, Aceh Selatan
Closing date : 25 May 2008

The programme content is designed at building community capacity and we require staff at various levels to work with communities and transfer knowledge and skills into these communities in the spirit of JRS charter and guidelines:


Emergency Preparedness and longer term Disaster Risk Reduction skills
Participatory rural appraisals (PRA)
community risk assessments primarily in earthquake and flood prone areas:
risk reduction and mitigation concepts,
community managed disaster and crisis management,
school managed disaster and crisis management
early warning systems,
local level emergency action plan,
rehabilitation of settlement,
infrastructure and natural resource training activities for potential disaster victims.
Village Planning strategies.

Additional skills we also require are staff who have the ability to conduct workshops and transfer skills in both.


Conflict Management skills
Knowledge on Aceh Conflict
Conflict mapping; conflict analysis; communication; negotiation; facilitation mediation and the various strategies


Advocacy skills
Campaigning and policy skills, communication tools,

In addition to specific expertise we require staff who have :-

Motivation and commitment to humanitarian ideals
A willingness to self study and continually improve knowledge and skills
Ability to conduct work in a professional and mature manner
Ability to work within a fluid situation (changes within the team, location)
Ability to take initiative where appropriate to deal with difficulties encountered in daily work.

JRS will be unable to notify all applicants and will only contact those who have the necessary skills, training and experience .

Positions offered:
School Project Coordinator (1)
Education Information-Advocacy Officer (1)
Information and Advocacy Officer on Conflict Management (1)
Information and Advocacy Officer on DRR/Environment (1)
Early Preparedness System (EPS) Officer (1)
PRA Officer (1)
Youth Officer (1)
Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Officers (1)
Inclusion Officer (1)

Indonesian National citizens Only
Bahasa Aceh is an advantage

Only short list of qualified candidates will be called for interview.
To apply for this job, send or email your cover letter and application form of JRS (below) as soon as possible to:
Lino M Sanjoyo
Address: Gg. Cabe no 17, Puren, Pringwulung, Depok, Sleman, Yogyakarta
Email: linosanjaya@jrs.or.id

Education and Training Specialist Advertisement

IndonesiaControl of Corruption Project (ICCP)
Education and Training Specialist
Chemonics International Inc., a leading international consulting firm based in Washington, D.C., seeks an Indonesian professional for the Millennium Challenge Corporation/USAID-funded project in anti-corruption.

The Specialist will focus his work on accomplishment of the following core activities:
§ Activity 1a: Code of Conduct Training:
The Expert will work closely with the Indonesian Supreme Court to support successful implementation of the Code of Conduct Training nationwide. This includes close interaction with the Court¢s training center (Pusdiklat), and other Court personnel. By the end of December 2008, a minimum of 2000 judges will be trained.
§ Activity 1b: Wealth Reporting:
The ICCP seeks to ensure that 100% of senior court personnel (judicial and non-judicial) are compliant in submitting wealth reports to the Commission for the Eradication of Corruption (KPK). The Specialist will support and coordinate, in conjunction with the Code of Conduct training, the training of judges in completing wealth reports. S/he will also work with other Task 1 staff in developing activities to achieve compliance.
The Specialist shall have: a minimum of 8 (eight) years of professional experience in training; thorough knowledge of code of conduct issues; and a master¢s degree in a relevant field. Prior experience working with the Supreme Court and/or other judiciary bodies is highly desired.
This position is based in Jakarta and starts as soon as possible. The assignment is expected to complete by the end of November, 2008. Applications should include a cover letter and CV/Resume, and should be sent to indoiccp@chemonics.com to be received by May 30, 2008. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

CARDI Vacancies to be based in CALANG-NAD (Community Liaison)

CARDI, an international NGO consortium providing support to persons affected by conflict and natural disaster is looking for qualified national candidates to fill in position to be based in Calang Aceh Jaya, NAD :

Community Liaison (Code : CDR CL – CL)

BACKGROUND
Founded in 2001, CARDI (the Consortium for Assistance and Recovery towards Development in Indonesia ) is a coalition of the International Rescue Committee (IRC), the Dutch refugee foundation Stichting Vluchteling (SV) and the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). CARDI’s clients are Indonesians affected by poverty, conflict and natural disaster in the provinces of Aceh, Yogyakarta, Central Java, Central Sulawesi, Maluku and North Maluku . By investing in Economic Development, Health and Children and Youth Initiatives, CARDI’s support provides resources that enable Indonesians to articulate their needs, advocate for change and affect improvements in their lives through social and economic entrepreneurship. CARDI also equips its clients with the ability to recover from disasters and conflicts, and prevent the reoccurrence of future conflicts, through Disaster Response and Mitigation programming. Four strategic, cross-cutting approaches—Advocacy, Rights,
Good Governance and Gender—are evident in all CARDI programs, and ensure that change is both durable and sustainable. While still addressing basic needs for displaced populations and returnees, CARDI increasingly provides transitional, post-conflict recovery and development programs.

Job Summary
The Community Development Field Monitor/Community Liaison is part of the Community Regeneration Field Team and reports to the Manager. S/he is responsible for achieving the goals set out in the Community Regeneration Workplan for her/his location; i.e. assist communities with the development of participatory community planning and monitoring mechanism and the production of 1-year development plan that promote the recovery of social and economic sectors in targeted communities.

Essential Job Functions:
•Under the guidance of the Community Development Field Manager/CDR Manager conduct a Rapid Participatory Rural Appraisal including some participatory economic resource mapping in targeted village/­communities
•Facilitate village /community meetings and discussion that will lead to a village/­community economic development plan to be presented to the Sub-district’s Administration
•Assess whether the targeted community has an existing management body that could manage CDR Grants (e.g. existing PPK/KDP village committee). This assessment should also consider the present capabilities of this existing management body, considering CARDI’s requirements.

•When needed, facilitate village/community elections for members of the Community Development Counsel. This includes helping communities to decide on:
* The criteria for voters
* The selection criteria for candidates
* The responsibilities of CDC members
* The mechanisms for transparency and accountability
•Make recommendations to the Community Development Field Manager/CDR Manager regarding training needs of the CDC members
•Train Community Development Counsel members according to CARDI rules and regulations in:
* procurement of goods and services
* financial bookkeeping
* progress monitoring
* reporting
* meeting facilitating techniques
•Inform community members regarding their rights, opportunities and developments, and assisting them in accessing these rights through referrals to appropriate institutions.
•Monitor progress against an agreed timeline and assist with impact assessments and evaluations.
•Provide timely reports to the Community Regeneration and Development Manager in the format requested.
•Other duties as requested by supervisor.
•Document and communicate project planning, progress and results
•Share skills with colleagues, partner organizations and other CARDI teams

Human Resources /Logistics /Finance
•Assists in the orientation of newly arrived national and international staff on the team when requested
•Strives to improve and maintain overall team atmosphere and foster team-building relationships
•Monitor adherence by the community to all CARDI rules on procurement and financial management.
•Provides information to CARDI Administration, Logistics, and Finance Departments as requested to ensure smooth operations
•Provides information to logistics for tracking and identifying CARDI assets;
•Ensures that project materials, tools, equipment and vehicles are efficiently used.

CARDI Representation
•Ensure positive interaction and good relations with partner organizations
•Accompanies donor or other CARDI tours to field sites, when requested

Reporting
•Provides accurate project progress information to the Community Regeneration Manger/­Team Leader
•Updates all project monitoring and reporting forms on project activities
•Provides input as required to complete donor reports

Qualifications
•Preferably a first degree in an appropriate field, e.g. fisheries, agriculture, civil engineering, social science, anthropology, public health. High school diploma acceptable when previous experience in community development
•Some experience in working with local communities towards mutually agreed development goals.
•Some experience in working in the agriculture, fisheries, health, education or social sector
•Excellent communication skills
•Able to listen and motivate others to speak out
•Basic documentation and report writing skills in Bahasa Indonesia
•Computer literate (Microsoft Word, Excel and e-mail) is a must
•Basic understanding of English, spoken and written preferred, but not required
•Fluency in Achenese an asset
•Able to work under pressure in a potentially unstable security environment
•Self motivated, honest, highly responsible, and punctual
•Ability to work as part of a larger team as well as to work autonomously when required
•To be able to use initiative and make appropriate decisions
•Able to work in a multi-cultural environment

Application should include a detailed CV and cover letter to be submitted by e-mail to recruitment@cardi.or.id at the latest Thursday, May 29th, 2008. Please put the code of position applied in the subject of your e-mail. No phone calls contact. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
Please do not send any document of more than 1 MB

CARDI Vacancies to be based in CALANG-NAD (Deputy Field Coordinator for Operational-

CARDI, an international NGO consortium providing support to persons affected by conflict and natural disaster is looking for qualified national candidates to fill in position to be based in Calang-Aceh Jaya, NAD :

Deputy Field Coordinator for Operational (Code : DFCO – CL)

BACKGROUND
Founded in 2001, CARDI (the Consortium for Assistance and Recovery towards Development in Indonesia) is a coalition of the International Rescue Committee (IRC), the Dutch refugee foundation Stichting Vluchteling (SV) and the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). CARDI’s clients are Indonesians affected by poverty, conflict and natural disaster in the provinces of Aceh, Yogyakarta, Central Java, Central Sulawesi, Maluku and North Maluku. By investing in Economic Development, Health and Children and Youth Initiatives, CARDI’s support provides resources that enable Indonesians to articulate their needs, advocate for change and affect improvements in their lives through social and economic entrepreneurship. CARDI also equips its clients with the ability to recover from disasters and conflicts, and prevent the reoccurrence of future conflicts, through Disaster Response and Mitigation programming. Four strategic, cross-cutting approaches—Advocacy, Rights,
Good Governance and Gender—are evident in all CARDI programs, and ensure that change is both durable and sustainable. While still addressing basic needs for displaced populations and returnees, CARDI increasingly provides transitional, post-conflict recovery and development programs.

Overall Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Field Coordinator, Deputy Field Coordinator for Operation is responsible for the development, monitor, mentoring and guides the Finance, Administrative and Logistic Departments including providing day-to-day management of the Calang Field Office Team. This person will work closely with the Field Coordinator, Banda Aceh support teams and the Operation Manager, Administrative, Finance and Logistic Officers. This would include transport, warehousing and procurement, to ensure smooth day to day operations of the office and implementation/compliance with CARDI polices and procedures and Indonesian laws.

General Responsibilities:
•Ensure teams are properly trained and implementing required standard operation policy/procedures for administrative, logistics & financial systems in accordance with CARDI policy and procedures.
•Ensure CARDI’s Operation strategy, policies, procedures and Indonesian national laws and labor polices.
•Assist managers and management to foster and facilitate the development of respectful, cooperative professional relations and workplace environment
•Develop effective relations with required government institutions, and other international agencies to facilitate smooth labor and organizational relationships.
•Liaise and work with all CARDI teams in Banda Aceh Provincial office to ensure a functioning and well maintained office.

Specific Responsibility
•Directly supervise operation unit and ensuring effective planning, reporting and promoting responsiveness to the needs and support of management to the program teams.
•Regularly consult with the Field Coordinator and Banda Aceh support teams (Finance, Admin, Logistics) on matters of significance to the staff and administrative operations
•Responsible for the output and performance of administrative staff/units staff in Calang field office and provide guidance, training and support to improve compliance with policy and procedures, effectiveness and efficiency
•Meet regularly with related local officials/ministries and other international agencies to build positive relationships and knowledge of current or proposed changes in labor practices or regulations.
•Ensure Maintenance of a field’s operation filing system ensuring archiving of official documents, administrative and financial resource files
•Work with Field Coordinator to develop and implement active strategy to delegate management responsibility to the operation staffs
•Provides information and monthly report in Administration, Logistics, and Finance Departments and submit to Banda Aceh Office as requested to ensure smooth operations

HR & Administration
•Responsible for any administration related documentation and execution in Calang FO.
•Mentoring and providing solution for any Administrative issues to ensure day to day administrative activities are carried out and the office is functioning smoothly
•Responsible for ensuring all national staff polices, job classifications, salary scales, staff development plans are implemented correctly.
•Directly handle senior staff recruitment, disciplinary procedures and resolution of staff disputes; including as necessary directly working with Banda Aceh Support team.
•Foster and maintain team building and interest in professional development among CARDI staff.
•Plan and oversee the timely orientation of newly arrived national and international staff
•Ensure mangers and offices receive regular reports on staff, recruitment activities, contract status and provide direction-support to ensure timely evaluations, vacation planning etc
•Oversee the payroll, tax and benefit processing and payment processes for Calang national staff
•As required/requested liaise with CARDI Banda Aceh on staff issues

Finance
•Responsible for any financial documentation and execution in Calang FO.
•Supervise the Operation Manager to ensure the day to day financial matters are carried out as CARDI standard operation procedure.
•As required prepare or approve purchase and payment requests, following CARDI procurement and finance procedures.
•Work closely with finance on charging of staff and related expenses; ensuring payroll and administrative systems are updated and maintained to reflect current allowable grant information
•Work closely with the Finance Banda Aceh to ensure internal controls are implemented and maintained in relation to payroll processing and other disbursements; including performing the review, and department sign-off on the monthly payroll and tax payments if necessary

Logistic
•Responsible for any logistical documentation and execution in Calang FO.
•Supervise the Operation Manager to ensure day to day functioning & maintenance of the compound
•Implement a procurement system in compliance with CARDI policies and procedures
•Work with Compound and ware house officer to ensure security is maintained and security procedures/policies are followed; aid in the implementation of security training to staff
•Supervise the Compound and warehouse officer and work closely with the Logistic Manager to ensure smooth day to day operations and implementation/compliance with CARDI polices and procedures.
•Oversee a list of honest and reliable (accredited) suppliers.
•Ensure price list and quotes are submitted quarterly to Departments Managers and Logistics Manager in Banda Aceh.
•Oversee management of transport fleet. Ensure that vehicles are allocated to program / departments in an efficient manner
•Ensure proper tracking of all CARDI assets including maintenance of asset listing. Responsible for management of the assets movement from Calang and to Banda Aceh
•Responsible for asset data entry within the Logistics department for the Calang office.
•Establish maintenance systems and procedures for assets.
•Perform quarterly physical check of assets and distribute asset reports.
•Update the Logistics Manager on asset transfer/disposal

Job Requirements/Experience Required:
•University education, management, human resources or related field..
•Minimum 3 years administration and/or human resource management in more than one international relief/development activities.
•Excellent personal interaction and communication skills; able to act and speak diplomatically when dealing with staff conflicts or disciplinary processes
•Good organizational, personal interaction, communication skills and time management skill; able to act and speak diplomatically when dealing with staff conflicts or disciplinary processes
•Experience training and developing staff; excellent team building skills
•Familiarity with Indonesian Labor Law; Taxes and Jamsostek is a plus
•Ability to work under pressure in a multicultural work environment
•Strong English language writing and oral skills
•Computer literate (Microsoft Word, Excel and e-mail)

Additional qualities a successful candidate should possess:
•Ability to improvise and take initiative
•Flexibility: creative thinker -- able to “think outside the box.”
•Willing to learn new skills and take on additional responsibilities when needed
•To be able to use initiative and make appropriate decisions;
•Highly responsible, reliable, honest and punctual;
•Must be flexible to adapt to changing requirements;
•Strong task management skills including attention to detail
•Good negotiation and reporting skills

Application should include a detailed CV and cover letter to be submitted by e-mail to recruitment@cardi.or.id at the latest Thursday, May 29th, 2008.
Please put the code of position applied in the subject of your e-mail. No phone calls contact. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Please do not send any document of more than 1 MB

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Advocacy and Media Officer - Oxfam GB Makassar

WHO WE ARE
Working with over 1,000 partners in more than 70 countries, Oxfam is a
global organisation that aims to overcome poverty and suffering. We’re
proud of the differences we’re making everyday, with our long-term
programmes of development, as well as essential emergency relief.
Currently, a key area of our work is aimed at alleviating suffering in
Aceh and Nias, Indonesia caused by the recent Tsunami and earthquake that
left over 170,000 dead and 2 million homeless. Here, we work closely with
local communities to support and accelerate the area’s recovery.

Advocacy and Media Officer (based in Makassar)

The job purpose of this position is to manage implementation of Building
Opportunities Project in Tunda Island, to lead advocacy in national
levels, and to assist project and area in media advocacy.

We are looking for a candidate with minimum three years of experience in
advocacy of livelihoods related issues in district and national levels,
strong knowledge about government policy such as small island development,
food, and fishery policies. Had proven experience to implement project in
village level, have networking capacities, and proven experience to
develop media for advocacy.

TO APPLY
We’re committed to actively achieving positive outcomes in all of our
work. If you share this belief and have the strength of character to meet
the challenges involved, this role offers scope for immense personal
fulfilment – as well as outstanding opportunities to develop your career.
You can apply at makasar@oxfam.org.uk

Closing date: 27 May 2008.

Only short listed applicants will be contacted. For more detail about our
work, log onto www.oxfam.org.uk


Female candidates are encouraged to apply
Only selected candidates will be contacted for interview
Your application letter and CV should be in English

Please forward this advertisement to your colleagues which you think will
qualified for the position.


Oxfam works with others to overcome poverty and suffering.

Oxfam GB is a member of Oxfam International, a company limited by guarantee and registered in England No. 612172.
Registered office: Oxfam House, John Smith Drive, Cowley, Oxford, OX4 2JY.
Registered charity No. 202918.

TAIS Child Survival Advisor

TAIS Child Survival Advisor
Basic Support for Institutionalizing Child Survival (BASICS)
Location: Timor-Leste
Last Date: May 28, 2008
Email: careers@basics.org

TAIS CHILD SURVIVAL ADVISOR JOB DESCRIPTION

Background
BASICS and IMMUNIZATIONbasics jointly implement TAIS (Timor-Leste Asisténsia Integradu Saúde or Timor-Leste Integrated Maternal and Child Health Care Project). Begun in mid-2005, TAIS provides technical support to the Ministry of Health to expand effective, proven newborn and child health interventions throughout Timor-Leste. Core interventions include malaria prevention and treatment, nutrition and micronutrient care, pneumonia prevention and treatment, diarrhea prevention and treatment IMCI (Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses) and ENA (Essential Nutrition Actions), essential newborn care (ENBC), and immunization for vaccine-preventable childhood diseases (EPI – Expanded Program for Immunization). TAIS works to build capacity at all levels in the Ministry of Health, but focuses primarily on improving services at the district, sub-district, and community levels.

TAIS implements two broad approaches: 1) a coverage and quality improvement process in three to six districts to strengthen services for child health across the continuum of care from homes to the referral-level hospitals and 2) establish a supportive supervision process for the key intervention areas of IMCI, EPI, and nutrition that will reach all 13 districts. In all its activities TAIS uses principles and methodologies that promote quality improvement and management as well as attention to the behavior change approaches.

Resident technical and management experts are based in Dili, from where they work with District Health Services, elected officials, community leaders, faith-based networks, NGOs, and others to raise awareness about the importance of newborn and child health interventions, support the delivery of regular child health services, and improve the capacity of health workers and community volunteers to reach those who are not currently being reached through the health care delivery system.

To assist in strengthening the health care system delivery, TAIS works with Ministry of Health colleagues in the Maternal and Child Health, Health Promotion, and Nutrition departments under the Directorate of Community Health to promote evidence-based policies and practices. TAIS works with the MOH through its technical working groups and in collaboration and coordination with all health sector partners—multilateral and bilateral, as well as NGOs.

Job Description
The Child Survival Advisor (CSA) will provide support to the COP for technical leadership and management oversight for the project. The CSA will play an essential role in coordinating and managing relations with partner organizations and institutions for TAIS’ technical interventions as well as overall project monitoring and evaluation and impact reporting. This individual will support and maintain systems for project operations, helping to ensure that all performance monitoring indicators are reported on and targets are achieved. The CSA will also be responsible to build capacity in TAIS staff and MOH counterparts in data use and simple database maintenance and manipulation. The CSA will deal with partner organizations and coordinate with USAID and other donors in specified aspects of project planning, monitoring, and execution.

The CSA will directly supervise two or three staff.

Responsibilities
*Contribute to the different child survival areas (IMCI, Essential Nutrition Actions, EPI, newborn, malaria).
*Provide strategic and operational insight to improving the MOH’s health care service delivery for children.
*Provide overall management and leadership to the monitoring and evaluation of program interventions as well as project performance measures.
*Build capacity of TAIS staff and MOH counterparts to manage small databases and analyze data from HMIS data collection and additional program or improvement processes.
*Ensure the systematic use of data for planning.
*Maintain effective communication channels with MOH counterparts and intervention sites.
*Oversee all documentation processes and product development in collaboration with headquarters (BASICS, IMMbasics, and USAID officers) and the TAIS COP – quarterly and annual reports as well as documentation of lessons learned.
*Assist the COP in coordinating work plan timelines, in collaboration with TAIS staff teams.
*Provide technical guidance to the TAIS staff members and some MOH counterparts to improve management and operational planning capacity.
*Ensure proper coordination and collaboration with partner projects and relevant USAID-funded projects and agencies.
*Provide technical guidance to the COP to improve client relations and sustainability of interventions.
*Maintain effective communication channels with MOH and USAID.
*Participate in monthly contract review meetings with the home office.
*Co-sign checks and bank transactions following BASICS policies and procedures.
*Represent and act on behalf of the COP and in partnership with the Finance and Administration Director, whenever this authority is delegated.

Qualifications
*Masters Degree (minimum) in Public Health, Health Administration, sociology or anthropology, Medicine, or other relevant health specialization.
*Minimum of 6 years of relevant international health experience.
*At least 3 years of senior project management experience in large international health projects/programs, including experience managing USAID-funded projects.
*Outstanding management skills and ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary, multicultural teams.
*Experience developing and maintaining databases for program and project performance and tracking.
*Familiarity with district health team management and health management information systems.
*Demonstrated relevant experience focused on developing and managing quality-improvement programs in health care, in a decentralized system.
*Good training and/or facilitation skills.
*Experience in the geographic/cultural region of the project preferred.
*Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with USAID, ministry officials, and other development partners.
*Demonstrated, highly developed organizational skills for efficient use of time and other resources.
*Advanced skills in computer applications – particularly Microsoft Office professional, including ACCESS.
*Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
*Fluency in English a must – desired Tetum or Bahasa Indonesia.
*Flexibility and able to work under pressure and in a frequently changing environment.

Reports To: TAIS Project Director
Interested individuals should send a cover letter and CV to careers@basics.org with the subject line TAIS Child Survival Advisor no later than May 28, 2008.

Technical Officer - Agreements and Compliance Unit

Technical Officer - Agreements and Compliance Unit
ASEAN Secretariat
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Last Date: May 31, 2008

The ASEAN Secretariat invites
Indonesian citizens and ASEAN Nationals
with permanent resident status in Indonesia
to apply for the following position
at the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta

TECHNICAL OFFICER (TO)
AGREEMENTS AND COMPLIANCE UNIT (ACU)

The ASEAN Secretariat (ASEC) is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the post of TO ACU. The TO ACU will be assigned in the Bureau for Economic Integration and Finance (BEIF). Under the guidance of the BEIF Principal Director and the direct supervision of the ACU Head, the TO provides the necessary support to the dispute settlement (DS) system and legal-related work in ASEAN and to the monitoring of compliance to ASEAN economic agreements, including servicing the related meetings and implementing the related regional projects/programs.

In performing her/his functions, the tasks to be undertaken by the TO include, but are not limited to, the following:

* Undertake, co-ordinate, and collaborate in work and supportive activities relating to the ASEAN DS system.
* Undertake, co-ordinate, and collaborate in work and the provision of inputs on ASEAN economic agreements and on AMSs’ compliance to ASEAN economic agreements.
* Undertake, co-ordinate, and collaborate in legal drafting work and in the provision of legal interpretations and opinions.
* Coordinate and prepare documentation and undertake other assignments, as appropriate, in support of the work of the Task Force on ASEAN DS Mechanism (DSM).
* Draft substantive papers, briefs, and reports for ASEAN meetings and projects, and for the consideration of the ASEC Senior Management.
* Liaise with the relevant ASEAN bodies and the ASEC Desk Officers to collect information and to provide support as appropriate.
* Collaborate with Desk Officers, ASEAN bodies, and liaise with the relevant professional associations and academia in collecting and establishing rosters of experts for the ASEAN DS system as well as of qualified professionals suitable to serve as possible DS mediators, arbitrators, panellists, etc.
* Co-ordinate and undertake the collection and filing of legal references, particularly those on WTO case law, and prepare materials for public dissemination.

We are seeking qualified candidates with the following qualifications:

1. Possess a Master’s degree in International Business Law or in Legal Studies and/or legally related professional qualifications at the post-graduate level.
2. Have at least five years of working experience in government, academia or international organisations involving legal-related work. Knowledge of and working experiences in Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) and IP cooperation or competition policy and law in ASEAN an advantage.
3. Must have excellent analytical, research, and presentation skills.
4. Be proficient in computer skills, especially in the use of Microsoft Office tools.
5. Must be fluent in written and spoken English.

Send your application, consisting of a covering letter addressing the requirements of the position description and a current CV to the Personnel and Training Unit, ASEAN Secretariat, 70A Jalan Sisingamangaraja, Jakarta 12110, Indonesia, or to
hr-asean@asean.org no later than 31 May 2008. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Senior Scientists

Vacancy Announcement
Center for International Forestry Research
Senior Scientists
(4 positions)

The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) is looking for creative and visionary candidates to
join its research team as Senior Scientists.

Senior Scientists – Trade and Investment (2 positions)
CIFOR is strengthening its work on the impacts of globalized trade and investment on forests, and two of the
positions are earmarked for this research domain:
· One scientist (in the Forests and Governance Programme) is expected to develop global and regional
scenarios of trade and investment trends that will influence forests and forest-based communities, including
those related to forest product industries and biofuels. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in an appropriate
discipline, experienced in collaborative research, and have a global track record as a researcher. Expertise in
Africa is an added advantage.

· One Scientist (in the Forests and Livelihoods Programme) is expected to conduct research at the landscape
level, investigating how major trends in forest-related trade and investment play out on the ground in terms of
livelihood strategies and institutional arrangements for managing landuse trade-offs. The ideal candidate will
have a PhD in an appropriate discipline, experienced in collaborative research, and have a background in
household and other rural survey methods.

Senior Scientist – Forests and Livelihoods Programme (1 position)

The Senior Scientist is expected to contribute to research on one or more of the topics covered in the Programme:
payment for environmental services, livelihood outcomes of conservation and development initiatives, household
adaptation to climate change, and livelihood impacts of REDD. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in an
appropriate discipline, experienced in collaborative research, and have a global track record as a researcher.
Senior Scientist – Forests and Governance Programme (1 position)

CIFOR is expanding its work on rights and responsibilities for local forest management. This work will be in the
context of one or more of the following trends: land and forest resource tenure reform, decentralization, REDD.
The ideal candidate will have skills related to community organization, collective action and community-based
natural resource management. Strong analytical capacities are required to ensure global comparative work, with a
strong emphasis on Africa. The candidate is expected to have a record of quality publications in good social
science journals, and a PhD in the social sciences.

The Scientists will undertake research, develop and maintain functional partnerships, support capacity-building
initiatives, and assist in developing and maintaining donor relations. Each position reports to the Director of
respective Programme. Fluency in English is required; proficiency in other languages is desirable.

Terms of Employment:
· CIFOR offers an internationally competitive salary and expatriated benefits package including housing,
transportation, home leave, education support and comprehensive healthcare.
· The positions are based in Bogor, Indonesia and international travel is required.
· Commencing in 2008.

Application Process:
Applications will be accepted until the suitable candidates are identified. All applications will be acknowledged,
however only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview in Bogor, Indonesia. All correspondence will
be held in confidence. Letter of interest and CV should be sent to the following addresses:
Human Resources Department, CIFOR
E-mail: cifor-hr@cgiar.org

[Please indicate the position in the email subject line]
To learn more about CIFOR and living in Indonesia, visit our web site at: http://www.cifor.cgiar.org

CIFOR is an equal opportunity employer,
We believe that a diversity of staff contributes to excellence
Contact:
Lely Taulu
Human Resources Department
Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR)
Email: cifor-hr@cgiar.org

Reconstruction Coordinator

Reconstruction Coordinator
HELP - Hilfe zur Selbsthilfe Germany
Location: Nias/ Indonesia
Last Date: May 30, 2008
Email: markert@help-ev.de

2 Reconstruction Coordinators Nias, Indonesia
HELP is a german non-governmental charity organisation. HELP was founded in 1981 after the wake of the war in Afghanistan and the hereby caused refugee crisis. Until today HELP has continuously extend its humanitarian work to other countries. Aid is given regardless of race, creed or nationality of the recipients without adverse distinction of any kind.

In Indonesia, HELP has been present since December 2004 and has opened several field offices on the Island of Nias. The main rehabilitation activities are in the area of construction and livelihood.

Concernig our relief programme in Nias/ Indonesia we are looking for a
2 Reconstruction Coordinators

to start in June for at least 7 Month with option for extension.
Description of position: The Reconstruction Coordinators will be responsible for the implementation of all technical issues in the reconstruction process of housing for a certain beneficiary group (Cluster) within the Reconstruction Programme of HELP in Nias.

Duty station: Field office in the project area, frequent travels for supervision in the field
Reporting: The Reconstruction Coordinator reports to the Project Coordinator of the particular Reconstruction Project of HELP

Responsibilities: The Reconstruction Coordinator will be responsible for the implementation of the reconstruction activities including all technical issues in the construction process of housing for certain beneficiary groups (Cluster), in close cooperation with and involving the local authorities and beneficiaries within the project.

Contract duration: 7 months with possibility of extension (depends on the programmeruntime)
Start date: June 2008

Breakdown of tasks:

• Technical supervision and control of all construction related activities implemented by beneficiary groups
• Safeguarding the continuous participation of the beneficiaries, including advisory service to the beneficiaries on the reconstruction process
• Preparation of technical documentation
• Supervision of construction and intermediate and final inspections
• Certification of technical acceptance on behalf of HELP in cooperation with all official authorities
• Budget control and financial reporting
• Cooperation with relevant international and national NGOs working in the project-area
• Supervision and coordination of local staff

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

• Graduated in a technical subject or similar professional background
• Experience in large-scale, complex infrastructure project management (private, public or NGO/humanitarian sector)
• Some years of this experience should have been in a developing country
• Strong ability to manage and lead local employees
• Strong planning, organizational and report skills
• Available to start in June 2008
• Willing to live under field conditions
• Good sense of humor, stress resistant, good communicator
• You must support your detailed CV and cover letter with reference letters and the contact details of at least two recent professional referees

Please send Applications (Cover letter, CV) per Email to:
Mrs. Heike Markert, markert@help-ev.de
Mr. Henning Kronenberger, kronenberger@help-ev.de
Information about our work you will find at http://listu.blogspot.com/ (link to English version)

Representative for Indonesia and Timor Leste

Representative for Indonesia and Timor Leste
Church World Service (CWS)
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Last Date: June 4, 2008
Email: cwshr@churchworldservice.org

CHURCH WORLD SERVICE, INC. (CWS)
Position Title: CWS Representative for Indonesia and Timor Leste
Reports to: Regional Coordinator for Asia and Pacific
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia

Founded in 1946, Church World Service (CWS) supports humanitarian relief, development and refugee work in some 80 countries. We serve the world's poor, regardless of a person's religion, race, ethnicity, or gender. The CWS Indonesia/Timor Leste office is intended to coordinate CWS activities in Indonesia and Timor Leste, however the present regional strategic plan regional plan gives focus to strengthening partnerships and programs in the Asia and Pacific as a whole. As a partnership organization, CWS works directly with national councils of churches and other national organizations in an effort to effect positive, restorative and empowering change in communities, as well as to strengthen the partners’ own work and share their examples of successful (model) programming with other organizations.

In consultation with the Regional Coordinator for Asia and Pacific, the CWS Representative for Indonesia and Timor Leste will be responsible for guiding the continued development of the Indonesia and Timor Leste office, in close collaboration with the senior management team, with particular emphasis on: 1) relationship and representation; 2) program development and management; 3) human resources; 4) financial management; 5) resource development and program interpretation; and 6) liaison with HQ. The CWS representative also supports the RC in achieving the regional objectives and as such there is a need to travel not only in Indonesia and Timor Leste, but also to other parts of Asia and Pacific.

Interested candidates should forward their resume and cover letter no later than June 4, 2008 to: cwshr@churchworldservice.org or fax to 574/266-0087

Gender Budgets Adviser - International

Gender Budgets Adviser - International
Cardno Acil
Location: Indonesia
Last Date: June 10, 2008
Email: recruitment@cardno.com

Sector - Education
Location - Jakarta, Indonesia
Commencing July 2008, Up to 10 Day Inputs

Cardno Acil is a leading international consulting firm specialising in social and physical infrastructure. We currently manage the Learning Assistance Program for Islamic Schools (LAPIS), supported by the Australian Government.

LAPIS aims to contribute to the quality of basic education in Islamic schools in Indonesia. We are seeking a development consultant with strong experience working in gender budgets analysis. The consultant will deliver professional development for key LAPIS Stakeholders through a series of workshops on gender analysis of budgetary expenditures.

Consultants will have demonstrated experience in the following areas:

- International publications in refereed academic journals on gender budgets.
- International & development experience working on gender budgets analysis.
- Outstanding oral & written communication skills;
- Mentoring & coaching skills; and
- Knowledge of basic education in Islamic schools.
- Experience preparing and delivering professional development in gender budgets analysis to people from diverse cultural groups.

Fluency in Bahasa Indonesia will be advantageous.

To apply for this position a full terms of reference can be accessed by downloading the document below. Please address the essential selection criteria in the terms of reference and forward with a current CV to the Recruitment Consultant at recruitment@cardno.com, quoting job ref. number OS1428.

Closing date for applications is close of business 16 June 2008.

Recruitment Manager
Cardno ACIL Pty Ltd
854 Glenferrie Road
HAWTHORN 3122 VIC
Australia

Tel: (61 3) 9819 2877
Fax: (61 3) 9819 4216

Email Address : recruitment@cardno.com
Cardno Acil Pty Ltd is an equal opportunity employer

Gender Budgets Adviser - International

Gender Budgets Adviser - International
Cardno Acil
Location: Indonesia
Last Date: June 10, 2008
Email: recruitment@cardno.com

Sector - Education
Location - Jakarta, Indonesia
Commencing July 2008, Up to 10 Day Inputs

Cardno Acil is a leading international consulting firm specialising in social and physical infrastructure. We currently manage the Learning Assistance Program for Islamic Schools (LAPIS), supported by the Australian Government.

LAPIS aims to contribute to the quality of basic education in Islamic schools in Indonesia. We are seeking a development consultant with strong experience working in gender budgets analysis. The consultant will deliver professional development for key LAPIS Stakeholders through a series of workshops on gender analysis of budgetary expenditures.

Consultants will have demonstrated experience in the following areas:

- International publications in refereed academic journals on gender budgets.
- International & development experience working on gender budgets analysis.
- Outstanding oral & written communication skills;
- Mentoring & coaching skills; and
- Knowledge of basic education in Islamic schools.
- Experience preparing and delivering professional development in gender budgets analysis to people from diverse cultural groups.

Fluency in Bahasa Indonesia will be advantageous.

To apply for this position a full terms of reference can be accessed by downloading the document below. Please address the essential selection criteria in the terms of reference and forward with a current CV to the Recruitment Consultant at recruitment@cardno.com, quoting job ref. number OS1428.

Closing date for applications is close of business 16 June 2008.

Recruitment Manager
Cardno ACIL Pty Ltd
854 Glenferrie Road
HAWTHORN 3122 VIC
Australia

Tel: (61 3) 9819 2877
Fax: (61 3) 9819 4216

Email Address : recruitment@cardno.com
Cardno Acil Pty Ltd is an equal opportunity employer

Youth Employment Project Manager Plan

Plan is an international humanitarian, child-centered community development organization without religious, political or governmental affiliation. Plan’s vision is a world in which all children realize their full potential in societies that respect people’s rights and dignity.

Location: Indonesia (Jakarta)
Closing date: 22 May 2008
Job Description

The Youth Employment Project Manager will be responsible for:
- Design, implementation, monitoring and dissemination of Youth employment program partnership in Indonesia
- Overall leadership and responsibility of the youth employment program
- This position will report to National Project Manager

Requirements:
- At least five years experience implementing vocational training or youth employment operations, with at least two years at a senior level
- Experienced in managing employment project
- Strong skills in teamwork, strategic planning and project management
- University degree in appropriate field
- Preferable is dynamic Indonesian National
- Computer literate
- Strong English skills

Plan is an equal opportunity employer. As an international child-centered development organization, Plan does not tolerate child abuse. If you would like to know more about Plan International please visit our website at www.plan-international.org
Vacancies Contact
Human Resources Manager,
Plan Indonesia, Menara Duta Building 1st floor – wing C
Jl. HR Rasuna Said, Kav – B9, Kuningan, Jakarta 12910
Email: HRD.Indonesia@plan-international.or

Senior Human Resources Manager

CARE International Indonesia (CII), as an international NGO, has carried out large scale operations in Indonesia, encompassing emergency operations, transitional activities centered on agriculture and nutrition and a range of development initiatives in such areas as water and sanitation, health and micro-credit. CARE is currently recruiting the following position for It’s Head Quarter - Jakarta:


Senior Human Resources Manager (http://listu.blogspot.com/)

Job Summary:

As Head of the Human Resources Department covering all of CARE’s offices in Indonesia, the incumbent will ensure the efficient and effective coordination and team performance in accordance with CARE’s strategic plan.

Responsibilities:

Provide leadership to a team of HR Officers and assistants in driving organizational improvements and development through the implementation of best HR practices.

Interface with hiring managers in all HR functional areas including designing and revising staffing needs for projects, performance management, compensation and benefit, training and development and employee relations.

Ensuring efficient coordination and team performance in accordance with the strategic plan;

Develop, implement, review and improve HR standard operating procedures applicable to CARE operations in Indonesia

Implementation of HR policies & procedures in the Country Office.

Implementation of Staff Development Strategy & Training

Implementation of Performance Management System

Manage the performance of the Jakarta HR Department and provide input to management of project-based HR staff

Liaison with Country Office Senior Management Team and update, formulate HR Policies & Procedures

Represent the interest of the HR Department in strategic planning.

Reviews and monitors Country Office adherence to CARE personnel policies and to the labor law of Indonesia and initiates corrective action as required.

Represents HR issues and functions to the Country Office leadership as a member of the Senior Management Team.

Qualifications:

An MBA (S2) or Bachelor (S1) degree with related professional training

At least 8 years experience in Human Resources Management

Humanitarian aid experience (NGO) is not a must but is an advantage

Thorough knowledge of HR programs, policies and related practices coupled with strong organizational and project Management skills

Excellent Leadership

A strong knowledge of the Indonesian labor laws and human resources best practices

Good understanding of HR management in an international environment

Fluency in Bahasa Indonesia and English

Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills

Computer skills including Word, Excel and Power point

Terms of Offer:
This position will be located in Jakarta with 30% traveling. CARE is an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary and benefits package, and a collegial working environment. Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above positions, and detailed curriculum vitae, with names and addresses of three referees (including telephone, fax numbers and email address). Please DO NOT attach academic transcripts and Diplomas and clearly state the position applied for in the email subject line.

Please submit your applications to
CARE International Indonesia, Human Resources Unit:

recruit_134@careind.or.id

or by using Quick Apply button below.

Also visit our website for further details at: www.careindonesia.or.id

“Only qualified applicants will be short-listed

Program Manager


Indonesian Business coalition on AIDS (IBCA) is looking for
professional and skilled candidate as below:

Deadline for application: 2nd June 2008

Title: Program Manager
Duration: 1 year initially; then yearly extension
Duty Station: Jakarta

Background
The Indonesian Business Coalition (IBCA) is a non-profit, politically
neutral, voluntary association of businesses operating in Indonesia,
working together to adopt best practices in the fight against
HIV/AIDS that deplete productivity and costs businesses money. IBCA
is not a charity or a public health service. Rather, it is a conduit
for best practice most cost effective AIDS prevention practices into
the Indonesian workplace.
IBCA is organizing a private sector response to the growing HIV/AIDS
problem in Indonesia and assist company employers to develop and
implement comprehensive workplace HIV/AIDS programs. It will work
within the framework of the National Strategic Plan. The focus of
IBCA is to encourage companies to implement anti-discriminatory Human
Resource (HR) Policy. IBCA also offers a standard HIV in the
workplace program to the private sector by performing as a clearing
house for information, training materials, policy development and
implementation; the main liaison office between government and
employers on HIV/AIDS workplace responses. (www.apbca.com)
The IBCA Office marketing and Communications Unit provides
communications and information management support to all IBCA members
and its potential customers. When target audiences are well informed,
projects are more successful and the broader goal of IBCA is readily
achieved. To execute this strategy, we are working closely with
private sector in Indonesia and as well as our counterparts in civil
society, the media, UN, donors and the Government of Indonesia.
IBCA is looking for a capable Indonesian professional for
its `Program Manager's post.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Executive Director,
the Program Manager will be responsible for following terms of
reference:
• Implement IBCA's program strategy and plan, agreed by IBCA
Board and Technical Committee.
• Develop IBCA policy and position statements on key HIV AND
AIDS issues affecting the private sector and work
• Provide high level advice to employers to develop non-
discriminatory workplace policies and to deliver effective,
affordable workplace training programs, in line with international
best practices.
• Lead and train the service providers (LSM) on the set program
menu.
• Arrange regular training workshops to guide the Master
trainers.
• Promote awareness of HIV/AIDS as a workplace issue through
the IBCA members by effective training program.
• Coordinate the work place program systematically and
effectively.
• Coordinate the services provided by the NGOs.
• Be a mentor for master trainers and guide them on working
with companies.
• Represent IBCA on appropriate government and other committees
(related to IBCA programs and products),
• Lead the Marketing & Communications implementation plan.
• Develop a work plan including budget and timeline and
implement it.
• Prepare half yearly reports and present it to the "Executive
Director" for approval.
• Manage, supervise, mentor and develop Program Unit staff.
• Any other business as required by the Founder's Board.

Performance Assessment:
The Program Manger will be under the direct supervision of the
Executive Director.

Competencies:

Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the Human Resource values
and ethical standards.
• Promotes the strategic goals and objectives of IBCA.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality, age
sensitivity and HIV positive colleagues.
• Treats all people fairly regardless of their HIV Status,
without favoritism.

Functional Competencies:
• Ability to provide top quality policy advice and services on
program delivery at CEO or higher level.
• In-depth practical knowledge of Human Resources (HR) policy
issues.
• Ability to lead in area of results-based management and
reporting.
• Ability to go beyond established practices and models and to
propose new approaches which expand the scope of IBCA effectiveness
work in Indonesia
• Builds strong relationship s with IBCA clients and external
actors and association with regional and international entities
working on same issues.
• Demonstrate capacity to plan, prioritize and deliver tasks on
time to meet goals in a highly pressured environment.
• Proven skills to work in a team and communicate in a multi-
cultural environment
• Ability to respond flexibly to country needs and generate
innovative, practical solutions to challenging situations.
• Excellent networking, communication, negotiation, analytical
and organizational skills.
• Advanced computer skills in common office programs (Word,
Excel Power-Point, etc). Knowledge of Data Base will be an added
advantage.
• Willingness to travel extensively.

Qualifications:
• Advanced degree in Social Science, Public Health, Development
Planning.
• At least seven years experience in program development and
management.
• Excellent public speaker and training and facilitation skills.
• Excellent English and Bahasa Indonesia language skills for
writing and oral communication.

HIV Positive candidates are encouraged to apply

Please send your recent resume with three references mentioning your
expected salary range to:

Please write: "Post: Program Manager" as subject

You can email (encouraged), mail or fax to:

Taslima Lazarus
Country Coordinator, Indonesia
Menara Duta, Lt 3
Jl. Rasuna Said, Kav. B-9, Jakarta 12910
Email: ibca@sintesagroup.com
Tel: (021) 521 2416

Consultant for Family Planning Situation Analysis in Papua - UNFPA


UNFPA invites applications from qualified Indonesian Professionals for the following position:
Post Title: Consultant for Family Planning Situation Analysis in Papua
Post Code: VA/FPA/CONS-FP Papua SA/2008
Closing date: 28 May 2008
Recruitment: Indonesian National
Duty Station: Jakarta, (with some traveling to Jayawijaya, Jayapura, Manokwari and Sorong) Indonesia
Duration of Assignment: 75 working days spread in 4 months
Starting Date: Immediate
Status/Condition: SSA
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision and evaluation of Reproductive Health (RH) National Programme Officer, the consultant is expected to carry out relevant activities to achieve the objectives and output of the exercise / consultancy work. A work plan should be developed and agreed upon in advance.

This exercise will:
1. Identify and provide a demographic profile on the current users of family planning services in the focus districts
including details on preferred methods, providers, source(s) of informtion, cost, barriers, availability of
methods, etc
2. Clarify roles and responsibilities of providers, including district health staff, BKKBN and the private sector,
in relation to family planning service delivery and provide a profile of providers including KAP.
3. Identify facilities and supply requirements to support a successful and accessable family planning service for the promotion of birth spacing in the four focus districts.
4. Identify human resources and training needs of district and health centre staff in relation to providing family planning services.
5. Identify system and resource reasons for current low coverage levels.
6. Identify opportunities for and constraints to building community support for family planning services.
7. Develop a Contraceptives Commodity Security Strategy;
8. Identify future UNFPA and UNICEF opportunities for ensuring equitable and affordable access to family planning services.
9. Develop strategy, methods and materials for ensuring equitable access to family planning services to rural and remote and poor populations.
10. Assess the applicability of the Guideline for Integrated Essential Reproductive Health: Safe Motherhood, Family Planning, Adolescent, HIV and STD in the focus districts of Papua and IJB.
Locations and Time frame
The consultant will work mostly in Jakarta, but will do traveling to Jayawijaya, Jayapura, Manokwari and Sorong for field work, meetings with relevant parties, among other things.
The exercise will be carried out in a total of 75 working days spread in 4 months period with the followings (but not limited to) activities:

No
Activities
Working Days

1. Document review 5 2. Preparatory meetings: refinement of methodology, development of instruments, briefing with relevant stakeholders, etc) 14 3. Pre test of instrument 7 4. Presentation of plan 1 5. Training 2 6. Field work 10 7. Data processing 10 8. Report writing 14 9. Submission of 1st draft (presentation) 1 10. Revision 5 11. Workshop 2 12. Finalization of report 3 13. Seminar 1 Total working days 75 The outputs are:
1. Comprehensive report of the situation analysis including detailed graphs, tables and matrices which establish a clear understanding of the family planning situation from the standpoint of supply of services and the community’s demand for the family planning services.
2. A final report will be submitted which details the connects the situation analysis key results with a strategic planning with government and partner organizations for reaching remote inaccessible regions of Papua and West Papua.
Reporting mechanism
A series of meetings will be planned to ensure the assessment is carried out in a consultative way. At least two debriefing meetings (one internal debriefing with UNFPA and UNICEF; and one debriefing meeting involving Dinas Kesehatan and MOH) will be carried out. A final report following the agreed upon outline will be submitted and presented in a seminar.
FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
Contributes to the achievement of results through primary research and analysis and effective monitoring of programme/project implementation. Uses analytical skills to identify opportunities for project development and participates in the formulation of proposals ensuring substantive rigor in the design and application of proven successful approaches.
Works collaboratively with colleagues inside and outside of UNFPA to allow the achievement of common goals and shared objectives. Actively seeks resolution of disagreements and supports the decisions of the team.
Uses appropriate analytical tools and logic to gather, define and analyze information, situations and problems and draws logical conclusions from data. Demonstrates an ability to set clear and appropriate priorities focusing on tasks and activities which have a strategic impact on results. Anticipates and meets information needs of the team and other stakeholders.
Makes timely and appropriate decisions taking into consideration various and complex issues and takes responsibility for the impact of decisions. Inquires to understand the perspectives of others and continually examines his/her own biases and behaviors.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
1. Master’s degree in Social Science.
2. Fully proficient with oral and written English.
3. Have at least 5 years experiences working in programmes related to Family Planning and understanding of safe motherhood programme.
4. Posses the leadership skill and have at least 3 years of experience in leading a large size team consisting of more than 15 members and able to coordinate among the members to achieve the objective.
5. Familiar with Papuan culture and society.
6. Have some experiences in data compilation and analysis
7. Have experiences in writing documents in English
8. Familiar with GOIs’ system, especially health and population regulations and policies.
How to Apply:
Please send your resume and UN Personal History (P11) Form with the Post Code as the subject of your email to upersonnel@unfpa.org or send to Operations Unit of UNFPA, Menara Thamrin 7th Floor, Jl. MH Thamrin Kav. 3, Jakarta Pusat 10250. Please put Post Code at upper-left hand side of the envelope. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

DM, Deputy Program Manager vacancy in Amredcross Banda Aceh

The American Red Cross Tsunami Recovery Program (TRP) had been established to direct the organization¢s response to the South Asia tsunami disaster. The TRP activities focus on integrated community recovery and preparedness interventions in tsunami affected countries in Asia and East Africa in collaboration with Red Cross and non-Red Cross partners. Please visit www.redcross.org/tsunamirelief
The Indonesia TRP Delegation operates from offices in Banda Aceh, Calang, Lamno. It also has liaison offices in Jakarta, and other areas in Aceh province in collaboration with the Indonesian Red Cross.

The American Red Cross seeks dynamic individuals to fill the:

POSITION :Disaster Management Deputy Program Manager
No of Hired : 1 Person
Base of Assignment : Banda Aceh
Type of contract : Fixed Term
Duration of contract : 6 Months with possible extension

Specific DUTIES responsibilities and accountabilities:
To assist the ARC DM-Delegate for management of ICBRR program; To develop strategy, guidelines related to the project; To supervise project staff and provide administrative support; To provide support in terms of program expenditures, preparing budget and maintain financial procedure; To make frequent filed visit in the project area (at least 40% of working days); To ensure periodic informal survey and assessment along with M&E officer ; To organize monthly/quarterly meeting consultation with PMI; To keep all records up to date and preserve in a proper and efficient manner; To keep coordination and liaison with PMI, chapter, branches, NGOs, Government and other ARC program staff; To facilitate different workshop/training program in Bahasa; To facilitate ARC DM-Delegate in terms of translation and interpretation of program related documents and materials; To support ARC DM-Delegate in preparing regular program report; To carry out any other program
related task given by the DM Manager

Qualification and Requirement
University degree in any development studies; Five year project management experience with an International organization on disaster risk reduction; Excellent writing and communication skill in English and Bahasa; Good leadership, supervisory and management skill; Ability and ready for extensive field visit; Good knowledge on geographic and environment of the area of assignment; Excellent knowledge on computer operation (windows, excel, power point and graphic illustrator)


Please submit your application and curriculum vitae to hr@amredcross.org put Job title in Subject line. Only applications in English and short listed candidates will be notified. Applications submitted after May 31st, 2008 will not be considered. Applicants with RC/RC (PMI, Federation and PNSs) working experiences will be prioritized.




NATIONAL PROJECT MANAGER FOR NATCOM PROJECT (NATIONAL)

Location : Jakarta, INDONESIA
Application Deadline :04-Jun-08
Type of Contract :Other
Languages Required :
English
Expected Duration of Assignment :6 months

Background

THIS IS NOT UNDER UNDP CONTRACT. PLEASE SEND DIRECTLY APPLICATION IN LINE WITH APPLICATION PROCEDURE AS OUTLINED BELOW.

UNDP Indonesia's mission is to be an agent for change in the human and social development of Indonesia. We aim to be a bridge between Indonesia and all donors as well as a trusted partner to all stakeholders. We work in four key areas of development: Governance Reforms, Pro-Poor Policy Reforms, Conflict Prevention and Recovery, and Environment Management, with the overarching aim of reducing poverty in Indonesia. Besides the four priority areas, UNDP Indonesia is also engaged in a variety of crosscutting initiatives focused on HIV/AIDS, gender equality, and information and technology for development.

I. Organizational Context

Under the guidance and supervision of the National Project Director (NPD) or Deputy NPD, the National Project Manager (NPM) is responsible in managing the project on a day-to-day basis and is accountable to the executing agency for the planning, management, quality, timeliness and effectiveness of the activities carried out, as well as for the use of funds.

The NPM will work closely with the National Project Director or Deputy NPD (DNPD) from the Ministry of Environment, Project Steering Committee, UNFCCC focal point, UNDP Programme Officer for Environment and the National Climate Change Committee.

Duties and Responsibilities

II. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of Key Functions:

  • Planning of project activities
  • Management of daily project activities
  • Responsible on maintaining the quality of project result
  • Maintain timeliness and effectiveness of the activities carried out, as well as for the use of funds
  • Bridging gaps on technical the implementation between the government (represented by the NPD) and the UNDP

1. Ensures the development of a reasonable and achievable plan of project activities, focusing on achievement of the following results:

  • Prepare a detailed work plan and budget
  • Coordinate and oversee the preparation of the outputs of the SNC
  • Prepare the Terms of Reference for consultants and experts and ensure their timely hiring
  • Identify training needs at contracted national institutions and for other project stakeholders

2. Ensures management of daily project activities, focusing on achievement of the following results:

  • Organize and coordinate the procurement of services and goods under the project
  • Coordinate, manage and monitor the implementation of the projct assignments undertaken by the working groups, local experts, consultants, sub-contractors and co-operating partners
  • Manage the Project finance, oversee overall resource allocation and where relevant submit proposals for budget revisions with the help of the UNDP office

3. Ensures the quality of project result, focusing on achievement of the following results:

  • Establish effective communication and adequate information flow with the relevant authorities, institutions and ministries in close collaboration with the NCCC;
  • Establish appropriate stakeholder participation in the project implementation and coordinate the work of all stakeholders under the guidance of the MOE and NCCC and in consultation with the UNDP office;
  • Maintain and establish additional links with other related national and international programs and National Projects.

4. Ensures timeliness and effectiveness of the activities carried out, as well as for the use of funds, focusing on achievement of the following results:

  • Prepare and submit to UNDP and the MOE, regular progress and financial reports.
  • Guide the work of consultants and experts and oversee compliance with agreed work plan
  • Coordinate the experts and consultants in preparing and finalizing the SNC document
  • Assume overall responsibility for the proper handling of logistics related to all project workshops and events.

5. Ensure a common concern about the project implementation between the government (represented by the NPD) and the UNDP

III. Impact of Results


The key results have an impact on the efficiency of the project works and activities. Accurate presentation of information strengthens the quality of the preparation of Indonesia’s Second National Communication to the UNFCCC

Competencies

IV. Competencies and Critical Success Factors

Corporate Competencies:

  • Demonstrates commitment to MOE’s mission, vision and values
  • Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies

Knowledge Management and Learning

  • Shares knowledge and experience
  • Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

Development and Operational Effectiveness

  • Ability to perform a variety of standard specialized and non-specialized tasks and work processes that are fully documented, researched, recorded and reported
  • Ability to review a variety of data, identify and adjust discrepancies, identify and resolve operational problems
  • Ability to perform work of confidential nature and handle a large volume of work
  • Good knowledge of administrative rules and regulations
  • Strong IT skills, knowledge of Atlas
  • Ability to provide input to business processes re-engineering, implementation of new systems

Leadership and Self-Management

  • Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback
  • Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
  • Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure

Required Skills and Experience

V. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:

  • Advanced university degree (Master degree) in the fields related to climate change and environmental management

Experience:

  • Minimum of 10 years of working experience in the area relevant to the project. Substantial involvement in the preparation of the national GHG inventory and the initial National. Demonstrated ability in managing projects, and in liaising and cooperating with all project stakeholders including government officials, scientific institutions, NGOs and private sector. Substantial experience in Government and in inter-ministerial procedures. Familiarity with international negotiations and processes under the UNFCCC, Preferably, having experience on directing and managing a national communication project.

Language Requirements:

  • Fluent written and oral communication in Indonesian and English

Application may also be addressed to:
National Project Director
Project: Enabling Activity for the Preparation of Second National Communication to UNFCCC
Assistant Deputy for Climate Change Impact Control
Ministry of Environment
Building A, 6th Floor
Jl. D.I. Panjaitan Kav. 24,
Jakarta 13410

FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY


ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT FOR NATCOM PROJECT (NATIONAL)

Location : Ministry of Environment (MoE), Jakarta, INDONESIA
Application Deadline :04-Jun-08
Type of Contract :Other
Languages Required :
English
Expected Duration of Assignment :6 months

Background

THIS IS NOT UNDER UNDP CONTRACT. PLEASE SEND DIRECTLY APPLICATION IN LINE WITH APPLICATION PROCEDURE AS OUTLINED BELOW.

UNDP Indonesia's mission is to be an agent for change in the human and social development of Indonesia. We aim to be a bridge between Indonesia and all donors as well as a trusted partner to all stakeholders. We work in four key areas of development: Governance Reforms, Pro-Poor Policy Reforms, Conflict Prevention and Recovery, and Environment Management, with the overarching aim of reducing poverty in Indonesia. Besides the four priority areas, UNDP Indonesia is also engaged in a variety of crosscutting initiatives focused on HIV/AIDS, gender equality, and information and technology for development.

I. Organizational Context

Under direct guidance and supervision of the National Project Manager (NPM), the Administrative Assistant provides support to office operations performing a variety of standard administrative processes ensuring high quality and accuracy of work. The Administrative Assistant promotes a client, quality and results-oriented approach.

The Administrative Assistant works closely with the National Project Director or Deputy NPD (DNPD) from the Ministry of Environment, Project Steering Committee, UNFCCC focal point, UNDP Programme Officer for Environment and the National Climate Change Committee.

Duties and Responsibilities

II. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of Key Functions:
  • Implementation of operational strategies
  • Support to effective and efficient functioning of the project
  • Support to administrative and logistical services
  • Support to office maintenance and assets management
  • Support to knowledge building and knowledge sharing
1. Ensures implementation of operational strategies, focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Full compliance of administrative activities with government budget rules, regulations, policies and strategies.
  • Provision of inputs to the implementation of the internal standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Provision of inputs to preparation of administrative team results-oriented workplans.
2. Ensures effective and efficient functioning of the project, focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Contacts with visitors and staff, arrangement of appointments and meetings, acting as an interpreter when required and/or taking minutes.
  • Compilation and preparation of briefing and presentation materials, speeches, background information and documentation for meetings and missions.
  • Translation of simple correspondences, when needed.
3. Ensures effective administrative and logistical support, focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Preparation of all necessary documentation, implementation of follow-up actions.
  • Support to organization of all administrative documents.
  • Arrangements of travel and hotel reservations, preparation of travel authorizations, processing requests for visas, identity cards and other documents.
  • Administrative support to conferences, workshops, retreats.
  • Collection of information for DSA, travel agencies and other administrative surveys, support to organization of common services.
  • Custodian for management of office stationery supplies including maintenance of stock list of stationery, distribution of stationery as required by staff and keeping a log of distribution.
  • Maintenance of the filing system ensuring safekeeping of confidential materials.
  • Extraction of data from various sources.
  • Research and retrieval of statistical data from internal and external sources; preparation of statistical charts, tables and reports.
  • Follow up on deadlines, commitments made, actions taken and coordination of collection and submission of the reports to head of unit.
  • Assistance in the preparation of budget, provision of information for audit.
4. Provides support to office maintenance and assets management, focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Maintenance of records on assets management, preparation of reports.
  • Maintenance of files and records relevant to office maintenance.
  • Provision of support to maintenance of common premises and common services.
5. Support knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the project unit, focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Participation in the training for the operations/projects staff on administration.
  • Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
III. Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the efficiency of the project unit and its activity. Accurate presentation of information strengthens the quality of the preparation of Indonesia’s Second National Communication to the UNFCCC.

Competencies

IV. Competencies and Critical Success Factors

Corporate Competencies
  • Demonstrates commitment to MoE mission, vision and values
  • Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Functional Competencies

Knowledge Management and Learning
  • Shares knowledge and experience.
  • Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.
Development and Operational Effectiveness
  • Ability to perform a variety of standard specialized and non-specialized tasks and work processes that are fully documented, researched, recorded and reported.
  • Ability to review a variety of data, identify and adjust discrepancies, identify and resolve operational problems.
  • Ability to perform work of confidential nature and handle a large volume of work.
  • Good knowledge of administrative rules and regulations.
  • Strong IT skills, knowledge of Atlas.
  • Ability to provide input to business processes re-engineering, implementation of new systems
Leadership and Self-Management
  • Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback.
  • Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
  • Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure.

Required Skills and Experience

Recruitment Qualifications

Education:
  • Secondary education. Certification in administration desirable
Experience:
  • 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in administration or programme support service.
  • Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).
  • Experience in handling of web-based management systems.
Language Requirements:
  • Fluent written and oral communication in Indonesian and English

Application may also be addressed to:

National Project Director
Project: Enabling Activity for the Preparation of Second National Communication to UNFCCC
Assistant Deputy for Climate Change Impact Control
Ministry of Environment
Building A, 6th Floor
Jl. D.I. Panjaitan Kav. 24,
Jakarta 13410

FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

FINANCE ASSISTANT FOR NATCOM PROJECT (NATIONAL)

ocation : Ministry of Environment (MoE), Jakarta, INDONESIA
Application Deadline :04-Jun-08
Type of Contract :Other
Languages Required :
English
Expected Duration of Assignment :6 months

Background

THIS IS NOT UNDER UNDP CONTRACT. PLEASE SEND DIRECTLY APPLICATION IN LINE WITH APPLICATION PROCEDURE AS OUTLINED BELOW.

UNDP Indonesia's mission is to be an agent for change in the human and social development of Indonesia. We aim to be a bridge between Indonesia and all donors as well as a trusted partner to all stakeholders. We work in four key areas of development: Governance Reforms, Pro-Poor Policy Reforms, Conflict Prevention and Recovery, and Environment Management, with the overarching aim of reducing poverty in Indonesia. Besides the four priority areas, UNDP Indonesia is also engaged in a variety of crosscutting initiatives focused on HIV/AIDS, gender equality, and information and technology for development.

I. Organizational Context


Under direct guidance and supervision of the National Project Manager (NPM), the Finance Assistant provides support to office operations performing a variety of standard administrative processes ensuring high quality and accuracy of work. The Finance Assistant promotes a client, quality and results-oriented approach.

The Finance Assistant works closely with the National Project Director from the Ministry of Environment, Project Steering Committee, UNFCCC focal point, UNDP Programme Officer for Environment and the National Climate Change Committee.

II. Functions / Key Results Expected


Summary of Key Functions:
  • Implementation of operational strategies
  • Functioning of cost-recovery system
  • Accounting and administrative support
  • Project cash management
  • Knowledge building and knowledge sharing

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Ensures implementation of operational strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Full compliance of financial processes and financial records with the government rules, regulations, policies and strategies.
  • Input to the project business processes mapping and elaboration of the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures in Finance in consultation with the direct supervisor and office management
2. Ensures functioning of the optimal cost-recovery system focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Provision of inputs for preparation of cost-recovery bills in Atlas for the services provided by UNDP, follow up on cost recovery.
3. Provides accounting and administrative support to the project focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Proper control of the supporting documents for payments and financial reports for NEX projects; Maintenance of the internal expenditures control system which ensures that vouchers processed are matched and completed, transactions are correctly recorded and posted in Atlas; travel claims and other entitlements are duly processed.
  • Timely corrective actions on unposted vouchers, including the vouchers with budget check errors, match exceptions, unapproved vouchers.
  • Presentation of information on the status of financial resources as required.
  • Management of cash receipts and petty cash.
  • Maintenance of the proper filing system for finance records and documents.
4. Ensures proper project cash management system functioning focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Create timely report of cash position for local accounts to ensure sufficient funds on hand for disbursements. Timely identification and recording of receipts for income application.
5. Supports knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the project focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Participation in the trainings for the operations/ projects staff on Finance.
  • Contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
III. Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the efficiency of the project unit and its activity. Accurate presentation of information strengthens the quality of the preparation of Indonesia’s Second National Communication to the UNFCCC

Competencies

IV. Competencies and Critical Success Factors

Corporate Competencies:
  • Demonstrates commitment to MoE’s mission, vision and values
  • Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies

Knowledge Management and Learning
  • Shares knowledge and experience
  • Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills
Development and Operational Effectiveness
  • Ability to perform a variety of standard tasks related to financial resources management, including screening and collecting documentation, financial data processing, filing, provision of information.
  • Good knowledge of financial rules and regulations, accounting
  • Strong IT skills
  • Ability to provide input to business processes re-engineering, implementation of new system
Leadership and Self-Management
  • Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback.
  • Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
  • Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure.
UNDP Accounting and Finance Training and certification

Required Skills and Experience

V. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:
  • Secondary Education with specialized certification in Accounting and Finance. University Degree in Business or Public Administration desirable, but it is not a requirement.

Experience:

3 to 5 years of relevant finance experience at the national or international level is required. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Language Requirements:
  • Fluent written and oral communication in Indonesian and English


Application may also be addressed to:

National Project Director
Project: Enabling Activity for the Preparation of Second National Communication to UNFCCC
Assistant Deputy for Climate Change Impact Control
Ministry of Environment
Building A, 6th Floor
Jl. D.I. Panjaitan Kav. 24,
Jakarta 13410

FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY