Finance Officer - Cowater International

Cowater International is an Ottawa-based Canadian management consulting firm specializing in international development. We work primarily on projects funded by donors.  You can learn more about us at www.cowater.com.
We are currently seeking to recruit two BASICS Finance Officers to help implement for a CIDA-funded project, Better Approaches to Service Provision through Increased Capacities in Sulawesi (BASICS).  The project  purpose is to link planning and budgeting processes in a participatory, pro-poor, gender equal and environmentally sustainable manner leading to improved MDGs/MSS-based social services provision in selected districts/cities in Sulawesi. 

 
Duty station will be Kendari or Manado.  
 
Job Description
 
Reports to: Provincial Coordinator
The Finance Officer will report to the Provincial Coordinator.  S/he will be responsible for processing and reporting on all BASICS related expenses in the respective province.  

 Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing monthly expense reports on all BASICS expenditures;
• Preparing monthly advance requests to support BASICS activities;
• Monitoring the financial aspects such as bank balances, journals, and reporting the same to the Provincial Coordinator and/or BRI Coordinator;
• Preparing cash/bank reconciliations;
• Provide support to facilitate BASICS audits and other monitoring and evaluation;
• Assist in delivering training and orientation to the Provincial Sub-Committee and to the District Administration & Finance Assistants.

Key Desired Qualifications

• Education related to accounting  and financial management;
• Experience in preparing daily/monthly accounts for expenditures, including petty cash daily/monthly journals;
• Experience in preparing cash/bank and travel advance reconciliations and monitoring bank balances;
• Experience with budget control mechanisms; 

 
Interested candidates should submit an e-mail highlighting their relevant qualifications with the subject line “BASICS Finance Officer” and with a complete c.v. attached to info@basicsproject.or.id  

 
All applications are appreciated, but only suitably qualified candidates will be contacted. 
The closing date for applications is October 15, 2010.

Logistics & Procurement Officer - SERASI

SERASI is a USAID funded project which supports Indonesia's continuing evolution into a peaceful, just and democratic nation with respect for pluralism and protection of human rights for all citizens, accomplished through rapid and flexible programmatic, administrative and logistical support for USAID's strategic grants and technical assistance program to mitigate social conflict and support peace building initiatives nationwide.
Our program currently includes activities planned for Aceh, Papua, Sulawesi, and the Malukus. SERASI is implemented by the International Relief and Develop (IRD), an international non-profit organization in Indonesia.
SERASI seeks individuals for the position of Logistics & Procurement Officer.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title : SERASI Logistics & Procurement Officer
Department : Procurement
Supervisor : Eastern Indonesia Field Manager
Location : Palu

General Description of Role:

The logistics & Procurement Officer is responsible to develop and implement purchasing strategy, to co-ordinate purchasing practices all procurement activities for SERASI field office, both grant and non grant. And, ensures there is an adequate and appropriate process to meet procurement procedure and guidelines. Areas of responsibility include inventory, reporting, and procurement data collection.

Responsibilities:

1. Ensure the logistics and procurement filling systems for SERASI are maintained.
2. Ensure regular servicing of office equipment to keep them operational and to ensure longer life of the equipment.
3. Keep track of office supplies and make sure that sufficient essential supplies are available in stock at all time.
4. Provides support for issues related to leasing, insurance and maintenance of the office.
5. Handles all shipping of project related equipment and supplies including personal effects. Obtains government clearances related to duty free importation of all such shipments.
6. Coordinate and provide logistics support to the programs.
7. Acting as Assets Focal Point for received goods/materials and supplies.
8. Ensure that all assets are received in good conditions, certify that supplies are appropriate and in accordance to the specifications required, as indicated in Purchase Order.
9. Updated and record all assets in timely manner.
10. Maintain and update the warehouse records and carry out periodic checks of stores/warehouse to ensure that stock records are properly maintained.
11. Ensure timely and quality procurement and logistics services provision according to the project's duration and action plan, while controlling project's assets and budget balance in order to achieve project's goal and objectives.
12. Undertake all substantive procurement functions for all grant and non-grant activities, including tendering, evaluation, placement and monitoring of corporate contracts;
13. Ensure fairness, transparent bidding process and effective competition, as well as best process and best value for money in all procurement and logistics activities.
14. Ensure proposal and institutional compliance in the procurement process;
15. Ensure there is internal consistency in the proposals with program and procurement elements;
16. Work closely with the Grants/Program Development section to ensure that potential procurement actions in the proposal are feasible;
17. Other operations, management and administrative tasks consistent with the overall scope of this position and any other duties as directed by Eastern Indonesia Field Manager.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum bachelor degree in relevant field (relevant experience may substitute the relevant degree). Minimum 3 years working experiences in a similar position in an NGO or an international organization.

Additional Skills:

• Having knowledge of English, both written and spoken, and to be effective communicator, dynamic and creative.
• Able to communicate fluently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and able to manage community and working in a multi-cultural workplace.
• Must be capable of working both individually and as part of a team.

General Requirements:

Must have a willingness to travel to SERASI field offices for business purposes. Must also have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment. In addition, must be flexible, willing to perform other duties and work irregular hours.

If you think you are up to the challenge, write to us email the latest on April 12th , 2010 and include a cover letter, your CV, 3 references, and your salary history/expectation s to:

IRD/SERASI
Suite 904, 9th Floor
Intiland Building
Jl. Jendral Sudirman No 32
Jakarta 10220
Email: opportunity@ird.or.id

No phone calls please. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
IRD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

FAO INTERPRETER/ TRANSLATOR (FAO-HPAI/IT/ 17/02-74) (NATIONAL)

FAO INTERPRETER/ TRANSLATOR (FAO-HPAI/IT/ 17/02-74) (NATIONAL)

Location :FAO Project Office, Directorate of Animal Health, Ministry of Agriculture, Jakarta, INDONESIA
Application Deadline:14-Mar-10
Type of Contract :Other
Languages Required :English

Duration of Initial Contract :3 months initial contract with possibility of extension

Background

I. Organizational Context

Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Indonesia, The Chief Technical Adviser and Project Manager/ Operations Coordinator and directly supervised by the Senior Translator, The translator will provide interpretation and translation to support the FAO/ GOI Avian Influenza Control Programme, Indonesia.

Duties and Responsibilities

II. Functions / Key Results Expected
Summary of key functions:

• Provide oral translation from Indonesian into English and vice versa to technical advisors, project visitors and project personnel during trainings, workshops, meetings, field visits and research
• Translate related project documents as requested
• Assist in and facilitating contact between technical advisors or project visitors and other parties deemed necessary in the course of the work of the project
• Assist in taking meeting minutes if required
• Perform other related duties as required by the Senior Translator
  

III. Impact of Results
The key results have an impact on the success of HPAI Programme implementation in Indonesia

IV. Competencies

• Demonstrates commitment to FAO vision, mission and values
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
• Contributes effectively to team work and team outcomes
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills as well as interpersonal and public relation skills.
  

Required Skills and Experience

V. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:

• Diploma or University (S1) graduate from any related field

Experience:

• Minimum of consecutive two (2) years experience in translation or interpretation work
• Previous employment in international organizations preferably within the UN specialized agencies;
• Possess good, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to work in a multi- cultural environment with sensitivity and respect to diversity; and
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
  

Language Requirements:

• Excellent written and spoken English and Bahasa Indonesia

All applications should be addressed to:

Operations Support Unit
Office of the FAO Representative in Indonesia,
11th floor Menara Thamrin Building
Jalan M.H. Thamrin Kav.3 Jakarta 10250
E-mail: FAO-ID@fao.org

Grants Officer - SERASI

SERASI is a USAID funded project which supports Indonesia’s continuing evolution into a peaceful, just and democratic nation with respect for pluralism and protection of human rights for all citizens, accomplished through rapid and flexible programmatic, administrative and logistical support for USAID’s strategic grants and technical assistance program to mitigate social conflict and support peace building initiatives nationwide. Our program currently includes activities planned for Aceh, Papua, Sulawesi , and the Malukus. SERASI is implemented by the International Relief and Develop (IRD), an international non-profit organization in Indonesia . SERASI seeks individuals for the position of :

Title : SERASI Grants Officer
Department : Grants
Supervisor : East Indonesia Program Manager
Location : Ambon

General Description of Role:
The Grants Officer is responsible for implementing the overall grants activities for SERASI field office. And for ensuring that adequate and appropriate internal controls are in place to meet grants procedure and guidelines.

Responsibilities:

1. Contribute to the contents of the grants manual and the formulation of grants guidelines.
2. Undertake all substantive grant related activities for all SERASI grants once they are signed.
3. Ensure grantee compliance for program elements and for financial transaction against budgets.
4. Work closely with financial section and procurement section to ensure good procurement and to monitor overall budget and expenditure.
5. Prepare financial analyses and program spending and gathered all data in PBMS format to be given and reported to the Grants Manager.
6. Act as a member of the Grants Selection Committee.
7. Work closely with M and E colleagues to ensure grantees report against agreed-on indicators.
8. Perform other duties as assigned by the East Indonesia Program Manager.
   

Required Qualifications:
Minimum diploma degree in relevant field is required (relevant experience may substitute the degree). Minimum 3 years working experiences in a similar position in an NGO or an international organization is preferred. Having knowledge, understanding, and application of rules and regulations to the execution of grants, and contracts to grantee.

Additional Skills:

• Having knowledge of English, both written and spoken.
• Able to communicate fluently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Strong analytical and organizations skills, including extreme attention to detail and the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet competing deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience with financial reporting and monitoring of large amounts of grant funds.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment with regard to budget and program issues.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiations skills, including the ability to interact effectively and diplomatically with all staff and grantee
• Flexibility and ability to work in a team approach in implementing project tasks, responsibilities and goals.
  

General Requirements:
Must have a willingness to travel to SERASI field offices for business purposes.
Must also have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
In addition, must be flexible, willing to perform other duties and work irregular hours.

If you think you are up to the challenge, write to us email the latest on September 8th , 2009 and include a cover letter, your CV, 3 references, and your salary history/expectation s to:

IRD/SERASI
Suite 904, 9th Floor
Intiland Building
Jl. Jendral Sudirman No 32
Jakarta 10220
Email: opportunity@ird.or.id

No phone calls please. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
IRD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Program Officer - SERASI

SERASI is a USAID funded project which supports Indonesia’s continuing evolution into a peaceful, just and democratic nation with respect for pluralism and protection of human rights for all citizens, accomplished through rapid and flexible programmatic, administrative and logistical support for USAID’s strategic grants and technical assistance program to mitigate social conflict and support peace building initiatives nationwide. Our program currently includes activities planned for Aceh, Papua, Sulawesi , and the Malukus. SERASI is implemented by the International Relief and Develop (IRD), an international non-profit organization in Indonesia . SERASI seeks individuals for the position of :

Title : SERASI Program Officer
Department : Program
Supervisor : East Indonesia Program Manager
Location : Ambon

General Description of Role:
The Program Officer will responsible for developing more collaborative and transparent relationships among NGOs, academic institutions, private sectors and the Government. Ensuring there is an adequate and appropriate process to meet all procedure and guidelines. Areas of responsibility include assistance to peace processes, increased peace building capacity, security sector related issues and crisis rapid response capacities.

Responsibilities:

• Undertake all substantive development of proposals to get them to the grant signature stage;
• Ensure proposal and institutional compliance in the program development process;
• Ensure there is internal consistency in the proposals with program and financial elements;
• Work closely with the procurement section to ensure that potential procurement actions in the proposal are feasible;
• Conduct regular monitoring tasks for projects under his/her portfolio;
• Contribute in the overall project monitoring and evaluation cycle, in collaboration with the M&E Officer.
• Produce all reporting as required by the East Indonesia Program Manager.
• Contribute to the contents of the Grants manual and the formulation of grants guidelines as needed;
• Act as a regular member of the Grants Selection Committee;
• Perform other duties as assigned by the East Indonesia Program Manager.
  

Required Qualifications:
Minimum diploma degree in relevant field (relevant experience may substitute the relevant degree). Minimum 3 years working experiences in a similar position in an NGO or an international organization and in community development, work with community based management.

Additional Skills:

• Having knowledge of English, both written and spoken, and to be effective communicator, dynamic and creative.
• Able to communicate fluently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and able to manage community and working in a multi-cultural workplace.
• Able to write program plans, budget and proposals for all future projects of the program
• Must be capable of working both individually and as part of a team.
  

General Requirements:
Must have a willingness to travel to SERASI field offices for business purposes. Must also have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment. In addition, must be flexible, willing to perform other duties and work irregular hours.

If you think you are up to the challenge, write to us email the latest on September 8th , 2009 and include a cover letter, your CV, 3 references, and your salary history/expectation s to:

IRD/SERASI
Suite 904, 9th Floor
Intiland Building
Jl. Jendral Sudirman No 32
Jakarta 10220
Email: opportunity@ird.or.id

No phone calls please. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
IRD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Project Officer (code: PO-BVL) - Save The Children

Save the Children is the world's leading children's rights organization, with 28 national Save the Children offices and operational programmes in over 120 countries. We deliver immediate and lasting improvements to children's lives worldwide.

Project Officer (code: PO-BVL)

The incumbent is responsible to support, develop and implement education and child protection initiatives in at community and elementary schools to improve children's participation and access to quality basic education and to ensure the programme in line with Save the Children objectives.

Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Minimum 5 (five) years experience.
• Good knowledge and ability to work with community.
• Good understanding of children's issues in Indonesia context.
• Good understanding of the Indonesian education systems.
• Good facilitation and presentation skills.
• Understand impact of conflict and natural disasters on children and communities.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Computer literate.
• Good negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, communication skills and pleasant personality.
  

Updated CV and application letter should be sent to
id.recruitment@ savechildren. org

Please fill the 'subject' column of the e-mails in this format:
code of the position <...> - your name <...>.

Closing date for application is 5 (five) days after this advertisement
(Only short-listed candidates will be notified).

Qualified Women encouraged to apply

Water and Sanitation Project Officer – WES Project - Mercy Corps

Mercy Corps Indonesia Open Vacancies

Please find below “Open Position” in Mercy Corps Indonesia.
We are trying to find the best possible candidates to make the Mercy Corps team stronger.

Water and Sanitation Project Officer – WES Project

The Water & Sanitation Officer helps the project manager in a wide range of project activities, including activity planning, training of local NGOs, government and communities and field implementation.

Duty Location: Maluku

Qualifications:

• University degree on environmental engineer or civil engineer is preferred;
• Minimum of two years of work experience in project implementation;
• Good understanding on water and sanitation infrastructure design and bill of quantity;
• Have an experience in community mobilization;
• Able to use engineering design software e.q Auto Cad, Visio.

Please send your CV with position applied on the email subject to: hrd@id.mercycorps. org Closing date: 21 June 2009.