UI’s international work has focused on decentralization and local government capacity building, structured around four outcomes:
- Creation of a clearer legal and regulatory framework for local government rights and responsibilities through a consensus-oriented dialogue among central government, local government, and public stakeholders;
- Improved financial management and greater transparency in local government budgeting and expenditure;
- More cost-effective and responsive delivery of services by local governments; and
- Greater interaction and more effective communication between local government (both elected officials and civil servants) and citizens about community priorities and the reality of the constraints under which local governments operate.
Position Responsibilities:
The Local Government Education Advisor will serve as a deputy to the Public Service Delivery Advisor with a focus on primary and secondary education management. Responsible for assisting kabupatens and kotas in improving primary and secondary education through training, institutional development, and promoting citizen participation in planning and assessing education services.
Qualifications:
Experience with education management at the local level preferred.
Prior experience with USAID-funded projects preferred.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Strong English writing and speaking skills.
Interested applicants are requested to send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references
(references will not be contacted prior to interview) to indokinerja@gmail.com as soon as possible but no later than January 29, 2010.
Only the strongest candidates will be contacted. No telephone inquiries, please. The Urban Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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