Job Title: Social Protection Specialist
Reporting to:Senior Social Protection Specialist
Dept/Div: EASPR
Grade: C2
Appt Type: Short Term Consultant (max. 150 days in a fiscal year)
Closing Date:30 Jan 2011
Location: Jakarta Indonesia
Appointment: Local Hire
The East Asia PREM Sector Department (EASPR) Unit of the World Bank wishes to employ a Social Proetciton Specialist to support the work of the Poverty Reduction and Economic Management (PREM) Program, based in Jakarta,Indonesia.
BACKGROUND
The Jakarta office of the World Bank is looking to hire a local social protection specialist to work with the Bank’s social protection team leader, Mitchell Wiener. This will initially be a Short Term Consulting (STC) position. However, the position is expected to convert to Extended Term Consultant (ETC), subject to performance and availability of funds.
Social protection encompasses social insurance, social safety net and labor market issues. In the Jakarta office, the social protection specialist is also responsible for assisting with health insurance financing issues.
The primary purpose of the Bank’s social protection effort is to assist the government with the implementation of a robust, comprehensive and financially sustainable system of social protection that meets the needs of all Indonesians. This includes both the formal and informal labor markets.
In the next year, the primary focus of the Bank will be the following:
- Assisting the government with the implementation of the national social security system (SJSN) under UU 40/2004
- Assisting the government with reform of the civil service pension and endowment (THT) programs
- Working with TNP2K team in the Vice President’s office on reform of the Jamkesmas health program for the poor. The focus will be on improvements to the design, administration and cost analysis of the program
- Working with the Vice President’s office on analysis of universal health care options and costs.
SCOPE OF WORK
The selected consultant will work with and report to the social protection team leader on all aspects of the Bank’s social protection program, focusing initially on the four primary aspects mentioned above. The analyst’s primary responsibilities will include:
- Conducting research on social protection matters. Become an expert in social protection programs in Indonesia and the region
- Work with government officials to gather and analyze data and statistics needed for financial analysis
- Assist with preparation of computer models for analyzing the financial sustainability of social protection programs, primarily in Excel
- Participate in meetings with senior government officials in conjunction with Mr. Wiener
- Prepare Power Point presentations and make presentations as required
- Prepare analytical reports for the team leader and the government
- The Specialist must function well independently and have the ability to professionally represent the Bank, handle multiple tasks, meet changing priorities and deliver high-quality analysis and work on-time.
SELECTION CRITERIA
This position requires an individual with maturity, good judgement and the ability to work well with teams within the Bank and with government officials. Key requirements for this position include:
- A Masters degree in Economics, public policy, social protection,actuarial science or a related field
- Minimum of five years of relevant work experience
- Strong English writing and speaking ability
- Excellent research and analytical skills
- Advanced knowledge of Excel
- Significant knowledge and educational background in at least one of the core social protection areas with pensions and/or health insurance experience preferred.
- Also highly valued is experience working with the government, and particularly with the Ministry of Finance, prior experience with the World Bank or other donor organizations, strong mathematical skills, and good knowledge and understanding of Indonesian politics.
HOW TO APPLY
- This is a local hire position, open for Indonesian national only
- Please *only* submit your cover letter, CV and references (at least three names with full contact details) to:
jobsindonesia@worldbank.org
- Do not forget to state your name and position applied in the e-mail subject
- Dealine of application is 30 January 2011. Late submission will not be considered; hard copy application and phone inquiries will not be accepted
AUSTRALIA INDONESIA PARTNERSHIP FOR MATERNAL & NEONATAL HEALTH COMMUNICATION & PUBLIC DIPLOMACY SPECIALIST
• Based in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara
• Fixed term contract until the duration of the activity
Coffey International Development in cooperation with the Nossal Institute for Global Health and GTZ International Services is managing the AusAID funded AustraliaIndonesia Partnership for Maternal and Neonatal Health Program which is an initiative to assist the Indonesian government to implement the National Making Pregnancy Safer Strategies in selected provinces and districts and improving public administration in the health sector.
We are currently seeking a Communication & Public Diplomacy Specialist for the Partnership based in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing technical advice and support to the Partnership Communication Theme, and develop and implement the Public Diplomacy Plan (covering both communication/visibility) for the AIPMNH.
To be successful for this position, you should hold a post graduate qualification in communications, public relations, media studies, journalism or international development or undergraduate qualifications with appropriate work experience in the communications/public diplomacy field.
You will have significant experience working on donor-funded projects in Communications, Advocacy and Media or Public Relations as well as acknowledge and understanding of health care systems and delivery and improving population health in a low income/developing country settings. The ideal candidate will have a track record in working effectively with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds and excellent interpersonal communication and report writing skills. Proficiency in both written and spoken English, demonstrated ability to engage with and build relationships with government agencies as well as understanding of cross-cutting issues are requirements for success in this position.
To find out more about this role, or apply directly, a job description and an online application form for this position is available via our website at www.careers.coffey.com or from Evy Suryanti at Evy_Suryanti@coffey.com or Trisha Sawford at Trisha_Sawford@coffey.com Interested applicants must submit the completed application form quoting relevant reference number COFF-1626 with a copy of their CV.
Application close by 5pm on 12 February 2011
GOPA Consultants, a German consulting company, has been awarded the contract for the implementation of a component of the programme “Sustainable Economic Development through Technical and Vocational Education and Training (SED-TVET)”, on behalf of the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ).
We are seeking a qualified Indonesian candidate for the position of Program Assistant/Office Manager (PA/OM) to be based in Jakarta. This position will be under fixed-term contract from 01 February 2011 to 31 December 2013 with possibilities of extension. The candidate will be responsible for the internal and external communication of the component’s team. A main task will be the oral and written translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English and vice versa. Further tasks include reporting, keeping of minutes, formatting of documents, filing, networking, receiving guests and telephone calls etc. More tasks and responsibilities may be assigned to the position in due course if the person proves to be a good learner with suitable competencies and potential.
Requirements:
- Excellent English language skill
- Minimum D3 from English Literature
- Excellent computer skills: MS Office word, excel, power point, internet, etc.
- Good attitude and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and to in a team, self-starter, fast learner.
- Experience is a plus.
Interested candidates should submit an application letter, with CV and a list of references toMr. Michael Mechthold-Jin at mechtholdjin@gmail.com by the latest 20 January 2011. Please mention the code (PA/OM) in the subject of the e-mail. Applicable candidates will be shortlisted and invited for an interview.
The German “Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH” supports the Indonesian Government to implement the Decentralisation as Contribution to Good Governance Program. For support activities on fiscal decentralisation, GIZ looks for a Senior National Advisor, based in Jakarta, with contract period until 12/2012.
QUALIFICATION:
- A minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience, especially in the field of fiscal balance mechanisms, public financial management and tax policies.
- Capacity to integrate in a team, flexibility, capacity to manage temporarily important work load and to deliver in time is expected.
- Good knowledge ofthe structure and procedures of the Ministry of Financeand other Ministries and government organizationswould be an asset.
- Excellent Indonesian and English language skills are required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Role and function as a Deputy Component Team Leader, in charge of representing the component team leader,
- Support of the project’s initiatives to provide professional advice and input in the field of fiscal decentralisation and sub-national financial management to Ministry of Financeand other counterparts within DeCGG programme on demand and in coordiantion with the programme team,
- Coordination of the component’s interventions with other components and topics such as administrative decentralisation, bureaucratic reformand social accountabilitywith other departments involved,
- Cooperation and coordination with donors regarding improved harmonization of efforts,
- Integration of results and experiences into team efforts, planning processes and other relevant groups
TASKS:- Policy Advise
- Support the Ministry of Finance and other counterparts within DeCGGin the development of fiscal decentralization policy and sub-national financial management
- Provide technical expertise and organize participatory processes for all aspects of drafting regulations and policy formulation, implementation, monitoring, assessment and reform
- Participate in identifying needs for external support and advice,
- Contribute to implementation of consultation processes at various governance levels,
- Contribute to the coordination ofthe component’s activities with activities of other components and with subnational interventions in the regions
- Assist in defining terms of reference, selection, and supervision of contracted third parties in carrying out project activities, includingperformance evaluation
- Conceptualize, prepare and implement workshops, seminars, and other events on subjects that are related to the project’s field of activities
- Develop and organize quality assurance and propose necessary changes, improvements and initiatives
- Monitor project progress, review reports and documents concerning the progress of collaborative programs, determine bottlenecks and recommend alternative courses of management action to the Component Team Leader
- Networking and Cooperation In close coordination with the component team leader
- Co-operate with and ensure regular contacts, conduct dialogues and cooperate with international donor community, local communities, relevant organizations, non-governmental bodies and persons within the project’s environment as well as with other projects in order to enhance and maintain good working relationships
- Communicate and channel local interests and aspirations and exchange ideas and information for the benefit of the project
- Facilitate communication of local/regional/national interests and aspirations and exchange ideas and information for the benefit of the program,
- Conduct field visits to the regions in accordance with the requirements of the project
- Knowledge Management
- Compile information about legislative drafting,relevant product applications and ensure knowledge transfer to Ministry of Finance, other Ministries and otherrelevant stakeholders,
- Develop strategies and technical concepts including guidelines, manuals, and procedures which are ready to be applied,
- Identify needs for and manage the development of products relating to the partner organization’s roles and key functions,
- Prepare reports and presentation materials,
- Prepare appropriate input to the various project/program reports/ publications including annual reports; contribute to other reports as required,
- Support research and study activities on policy topics that will benefit collaborative programs.
- Management and Coordination Tasks
- Act as Deputy Team Leader and represent the team leader in his absence.
- Make corresponding decisions in close dialogue with the Priority Area Coordinator or his deputy.
- Support general project planning/develop project designs, including preparation, organization and moderation of planning exercises, implementation, management, monitoring, quality management, evaluation, communication, and documentation
- Prepare the budget for key events and related financial documentation
- Monitor operational budget against funds availability for the different program components
- Compile relevant information for collaborative activities and missions
- In the absence of the Team Leader, undertake appropriate actions to facilitate continued operation of the program.
Applications (letter of interest, upated CV plus photo, remuneration, at least 3 one-page summaries of relevant assignments, references) should be sent by e-mail by the latest 07.02.2011to paulita.pratiwi@giz.de
Please mention the position offered in the subject of the e-mail.
Only short –listed candidates will be noted for interviews.
The German “Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH” supports the Indonesian Government to implement the Decentralisation as Contribution to Good Governance Program. In order to enhance the programs capacity to provide expertise in the field of fiscal decentralisation, DeCGG needs to establish a pool of professional consultants for the following areas of expertise:
- Revenue policy (tax, charges and permits)
- Accounting system, especially accrual accounting and asset management
- Fiscal balance mechanisms
- Statistics and oeconometris
- Financial Planning, Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Performance Budgeting
- Public Law (Lawyer, Legal Advisor)
Consultants shall be mobilised according to needs of the Program and in close collaboration with Government.
Required Entry Qualifications and Competencies:
- Post-graduate degree in a relevant discipline
- Aminimum of 5years of expertise in related working areas
- Excellent communication skills and capabilities to facilitate processes across multiple sectors and stakeholders are essential
- Excellent English and Indonesian language skills are required
- German is an advantage
- Previous experience with international development organisations is an asset
- Familiarity with Government / Ministerial practices and processes in Indonesia is an advantage
Interested candidate should submit the application letter, CV(at least 3 one-page summaries of relevant assignments, references)with latest photograph and list of references, remuneration by the latest 07.02.2011 to paulita.pratiwi@giz.de.
Please mention the position offered in the subject of the e-mail.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified for interviews
CONSULTING OPPORTUNITY FOR ASEAN SECRETARIAT CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT SCOPING STUDY
Closing Date: 13 February 2011
The ASEAN Secretariat and Australia, through the AADCP II, invites applications for the short-term (16 months) consultancy for the above-referenced study.
Background
The Association of Southeast Nations (ASEAN) was formed in 1967 with five Member States but has gradually expanded and now consists of ten. The entry into force of the ASEAN Charter in December 2008 signified ASEAN’s movement from a loosely structured association to a rules-based organization complete with clearly-defined goals and objectives. In 2003 ASEAN committed itself to the achievement of an ASEAN Community in 2020 comprising the three pillars of Political-Security, Economic and Socio-Cultural. This date has subsequently been accelerated to 2015. Comprehensive Blueprints for each of the Communities have been developed to guide efforts towards the achievement of the ASEAN Community.
The ASEAN-Australia Development Cooperation Program II (AADCP II) is providing support to ASEAN and builds on a previous program which was undertaken between 2002 and 2009. The overall objective of the program is to support ASEAN to implement its economic integration policies and priorities in line with the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC). The two components of the program will:
- Strengthen ASEC’s institutional capacity to facilitate and support ASEAN integration and community building efforts; and
- support movement towards the ASEAN Economic Community through provision of timely and high quality economic research and policy advice and support regional mechanisms and capacity for the implementation of selected AEC Blueprint activities at the national level.
Needs and Objectives
The entry into force of the ASEAN Charter in 2008 has had a profound effect on the roles and operations of ASEC. As the 2015 target date for the achievement of the ASEAN Community approaches, the number and range of activities to be undertaken will increase and intensify. This in turn will place increased demands on the nature of ASEC’s support.
A situational analysis conducted in late 2008 concluded that these developments presented major challenges for ASEC. It concluded with the recommendation that a long-term program of “change management” be designed and implemented within ASEC. The Corporate Development Scoping Study to be undertaken through these Terms of Reference will be the first step in such a program.
Analyses subsequent to the above-mentioned review and discussions with key ASEC staff have suggested a number of key areas where institutional development activities would strengthen ASEC’s ability to positively support achievement of the 2015 goal. These include:
- Development of an ASEC corporate culture oriented towards performance and the production of outputs;
- Greater clarity regarding the roles, responsibilities and operational procedures of the various units within ASEC;
- Strengthening of key internal functional systems such as corporate planning, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation, program management and human resource management;
- Updating of important operational procedures such as financial management, staff regulations, information technology and communications, among others;
- Capacity building and training for key units and staff.
Much of the literature, particularly for public sector organizations such as ASEC, suggests institutional development programs should:
- Focus on supporting the particular needs of the institution and its staff through a process of internal needs identification;
- Strive to identify and support internal “champions” that will help in building support;
- Recognize that “change” can be threatening;
- Be comprehensive, flexible, incremental and adaptable enough to be able to accelerate or decelerate the pace of change in response to program developments;
- Development of training programs should be preceded by a comprehensive training needs assessment;
- Be subject to a constant process of internal monitoring using indicators measuring successes and failures.
Within this framework, this Corporate Development Scoping Study will strengthen the ability of ASEC to support the achievement of the ASEAN Community by 2015.
It will do this by: 1) identifying ASEC institutional development needs; and 2) designing a multi-year strategy and program to address these.
Visit our website at http://www.asean.org/jobs/AADCP-14.pdf for further information on job specifications and application procedures.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be notified.
