Procurement and Probity Advisor - Coffey Intl Development

Coffey International Development in cooperation with the Nossal Institute for Global Health and GTZ International Services is managing the AusAID funded Australia Indonesia Partnership for Maternal and Neonatal Health Program to assist the Indonesian government to implement the National Making Pregnancy Safer strategies in Eastern Indonesia in the health sector.

Closing date: 27 Jan 2010
Location: Indonesia - Kupang

PROCUREMENT AND PROBITY ADVISOR
- Based in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara
- Full time contract, 1.5 years

Coffey International Development in cooperation with the Nossal Institute for Global Health and GTZ International Services is managing the AusAID funded Australia Indonesia Partnership for Maternal and Neonatal Health Program to assist the Indonesian government to implement the National Making Pregnancy Safer strategies in Eastern Indonesia in the health sector.

We are seeking a Procurement and Probity Advisor for the Partnership. The successful applicant will be responsible for oversight of procurement and contracting undertaken directly by the Managing Contractor and providing technical support to procurement and contracting undertaken by partner provincial and district government agencies.

To be successful for this position you will be graduate or post-graduate qualified in a relevant field and will need to demonstrate substantial experience in procurement, contracting and management of assets, including experience in establishing administrative systems for procurement, ideally in a government health sector setting.

Experience working effectively in a team and the ability to engage with and build relationships with government agencies will be highly regarded. Proficiency in Indonesian is very desirable.

How to apply
The application process: 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 Kali Sercombe at kali_sercombe@coffey.com.

Interested applicants must submit the completed application form quoting relevant reference number COFF-930 with a copy of their CV.

Application close by 5pm on 27th of January 2010

Community Engagement Specialist - CARE

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 Indonesia in Palangkaraya is currently recruiting the following position for its project:

JOB TITLE : COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST (CES)
DEPARTMENT/PROJECT : PROGRAM/KFCP
REPORTS TO : KFCP COORDINATOR

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:
The Community Engagement Specialist will head the CARE KFCP (Kalimantan Forest and Climate Partnership) team and KFCP Community Engagement Process. He/She should have strong experience in community, development, livelihoods development, and government laison/advising as well as strong management and facilitation skills. They will lead all village-level development planning and livelihood interventions and play an important liaison and capacity building role with district-level agencies.

The Community Engagement Specialist will report directly to the KFCP Coordinator in Palangkan Raya on KFCP project implementation. He/She will work closely with the other Specialist (livelihoods, finance and governance, fires, hydrology, reforestation, and communications) in the KFCP office on the design, implementation, and advocacy of the KFCP Project. He/she will be responsible for supervising and mentoring of Project Officers and Field Officers.

The Community Engagement Specialist will work with the KFCP Coordinator and CARE Program Manager to ensure continued staffing, quality, and staff development of the Community Engagement Team.

The Community Engagement Specialist will spend the majority of their time in Kuala Kapuas (the seat of district government). He/She will return to Palangka Raya once a month for meetings and coordination with other CARE and KFCP staff.

Specific duties will include:

1. Village Engagement
   
   • Oversee the design the community engagement process, in particular, design the steps of community engagement strategies and develop the workshop/training designs for Community Engagement Team and other Technical Specialist for their work in the communities.
   • Lead the development or review of village planning (Rencana Pembangunan Jangka Menengah Desa/RPJMDesa dan Rencana Kegiatan Pembangunan Desa/RKPDes) .
   • Design and ensure the delivery of the implementation of alternative livelihoods interventions which contribute to reduce GHG emission, monitor and evaluate the implementation accordingly.
     
     
2. Coordinating Specialist: Working with KFCP Specialists
   
   • Design process and ensure the delivery of implementation of fire prevention awareness, capacity development, and behavior modification incentives.
   • Design process and ensure the delivery of activities with communities for canal blocking, peatland forest restoration and protection, and reforestation of degraded areas, based on research and restoration strategy.
   • Assist in the coordination CARE’s techncial inputs into KFCP eg. livelihood, poverty and gender.
     
     
3. Government Relations
   
   • Advocate and consult (develop and implement capacity building interventions as requested) with District Government, particularly BAPPEDA, for the adoption/support of community lead planning process and REDD activities.
   • Oversight and coordination of KFCP initiatives and advocacy with village and sub-district governments, and NGO’s operating within project location, in order to establishes credibility and builds trust.
   • Ensure the strong linkage between government and communities in all KFCP activities.
     
     
4. M&E and Administration
   
   • Prepare and Submit administrative and project-based reports to KFCP Coordinator on a regular basis.
   • Collaborate in the development and implementation of staff and stakeholder capacity building.
   • Perform additional assignments that will contribute to the basic function as required.
     

SUPERVISES
a. Project Officers (PO): 3.
b. Field Officers (FO): 10.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Work experience:

• Minimum Bachelor or Master Degree in the area related.
• Extensive experience managing complex projects and work with government agencies and building partnerships with NGOs or other civil society organizations would be an advantage.
• Experience in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a community-based project.
• Proven ability to negotiate the project’s or program’s interests to other partners.
• Proven ability to manage team work to achieve certain targets by delegating the works effectively and creating an environment in which the individuals are highly motivated.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain effective and frequent communication which is critical for keeping the project moving, identifying potential problems, soliciting suggestions to improve project performance.
  

Computer and language skills:

• Fully computer literate.
• English spoken and writen is desireable.
  

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Area coverage 90% : Travel outside area coverage 10 %

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, with names and addresses of three referees (including telephone, fax numbers and email address). Please DO NOT attached academic transcripts and Diplomas and state clearly the applied position code in the email subject.

Please submit your applications before January 13th 2010 to CARE International Indonesia, Human Resources Unit:

recruit_366@careind.or.id

"Only qualified applicants will be shortlisted"

www.careindonesia.or.id

Finance Manager - Relief International

Relief International (RI)

Closing date: 27 Jan 2010
Location: Indonesia, Jakarta, with travel to other locations in Indonesia
DURATION: 4 Years 7 months

SUMMARY:
RI is currently recruiting Finance Manager candidates for an anticipated multi-year, USAID-funded Good Governance Program for Indonesia. The program seeks to improve services delivered by local governments in Indonesia. To reach this goal, the program will create and strengthen incentive systems for improved local government service delivery; adopt innovative approaches to service delivery; and replicate improved practices on a larger scale. The main areas for improved service delivery are health, education, and small business support. The Finance Manager will be based in Jakarta with travel to project areas throughout Indonesia.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with the Chief of Party and other key personnel to implement, improve and maintain financial management policies, systems, structures, and procedures for the program.
• Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the finance office through supervision and management.
• Plan and supervise work of the program-related finance staff including tracking and monitoring of procurements and expenditures, and establishes and maintains an office purchasing, inventory, and requisition system.
• Coordinate compiling of project monthly financial reports for submission to the International Finance Controller and Chief of Party.
• Prepare project budget vs. actual reports on a regular monthly basis.
• Work closely with the Chief of Party to monitor the project budget.
• Assist project officers in ensuring compliance with RI procurements and field accounting polices and procedures, compliance with donor agreement and audit requirements.
• Work closely with project officers over the project implementation planning and cash flow projections.
• Prepare budget revision in close coordination with Program Manager when necessary.
• Make sure that financial records and backup documentation is ready for internal and external audits.
• Works closely with HQ finance team and internal and external auditors.
• Travel within Indonesia to ensure successful performance and implementation of the program.
  

QUALIFICATIONS:
This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment.

• At least ten years experience in financial management; experience on USAID programs highly preferred.
• Background/experien ce in water and sanitation programming, community development, or similar field preferred.
• Highly organized and systems-oriented.
• NGO experience and knowledge of donor guideline requirements (e.g. USAID, UN).
• Ability to live, work, and travel within Indonesia.
• Previous experience in West Africa; demonstrated experience in Indonesia is highly preferred.
• Fluency in English required.
• Excellent diplomatic, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated decision-making, problem-solving, and team-building ability.
• Graduate degree in Accounting, Economics, or Finance.
• Valid Passport.
• Indonesian nationals who meet these qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply.
  

How to applySubmit a resume, cover letter, salary history, 3 professional references (e-mail
address and phone number), and a date of availability to hrprogram@ri.org
Incomplete applications will not be considered. The email subject line MUST include the following: Finance Manager-Indonesia

Program Coordinator - PACTA

Peace Architecture and Conflict Transformation Alliance (PACTA) PACTA is a Finnish registered NGO dedicated to the resolution of violent conflicts and conflict transformation work, with a particular focus on Muslim areas in Asia. The name derives from the Latin phrase ‘pacta sunt servanda’ – agreements must be kept. This principle provides the guiding philosophy of the organisation which is also underpinned by a belief in the importance of patience, understanding, persistence, sensitivity and imagination. PACTA is currently operational in two countries in Asia.

Closing date: 18 Jan 2010
Location: Indonesia, Aceh and Jakarta

POSITION BACKGROUND
Over four years on from the landmark signing of the Helsinki Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in August 2005, Aceh has witnessed a remarkable transformation. But whilst enormous progress has been made in the province, serious challenges remain. Full implementation of the MoU is still not guaranteed and although the recent elections have transformed the political landscape, the underlying structural economic, social and political inequalities which have been at the heart of the conflict in Aceh continue to be a challenge.

In close cooperation with our Indonesian partner, the Indonesian Peace Institute (IPI), PACTA is embarking on an initially three year program – IPI-PACTA Aceh Program (IPAC) – designed to contribute to longer-term peace-building by facilitating dialogue between people previously divided by violent conflict, promoting an inclusive and accountable political culture and ensuring ordinary Acehnese have a stake in and ownership over the peace process.

PACTA is now looking for an exceptional candidate to oversee this program and provide strategic and technical support to IPI, with commencement as of February-March 2010.

JOB FUNCTIONS
The following specific duties have been enumerated mainly for the incumbent to have a clear understanding of the position and the roles and responsibilities expected and should therefore not be considered absolute and exhaustive.

1. Provide strategic guidance and oversight to IPAC.
2. Provide technical support, advice, training and guidance to IPAC and ensure that IPAC is implemented in line with the various program documentation.
3. Provide technical support and operational guidance to the IPAC Program Manager in the delivery of his/her tasks and ensure that it is managed in line with PACTA and donor standards, policies and procedures, specifically in:
   
   • Monitor the financial management of the program
   • Develop/refine the administrative policies and procedures of the program
   • Report progress of activities to the Program Director
   • Ensure compliance with IPAC obligations as indicated in the program document, work plan and budget
4. Be the primary communications liaison person between PACTA and the IPI, specific to IPAC. This includes regular program reports through the PACTA Program Reporting Process and ad hoc communications as and when required.
5. Ensure that the Program Director remains abreast of important programmatic developments.
6. Ensure that gender mainstreaming remains a program priority.
7. Provide substantive and coordinating support regarding fundraising and donor relationship management. This may include identifying potential donors, drafting and/or revising project proposals and/or budgets, meeting narrative reporting requirements, periodic briefings to donor representatives, as well as participating in donor contacts.
8. Provide substantive and coordinating support for public communications about IPAC and its activities. This may include drafting of communications for website information, including identifying suitable materials as appropriate.
9. Undertake periodic monitoring of ongoing program activities to validate reports received, review program performance and recommend appropriate interventions for improved implementation.
10. Liaise with national and international organizations and non-government organizations and other institutions as necessary.
11. Assist in preparing and coordinating meetings, seminars, conferences, workshops for IPAC.
12. Undertake other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Program Director.
    

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A graduate degree in social or political science, international relations, development studies or other relevant disciplines.
• 5-7 years experience in political, developmental and/or humanitarian work, field and Asia experience strongly desired or relevant experience from the private sector for a similar length of time; prior experience of Indonesia desirable.
• Strong commitment to building peace in line with PACTA values and principles.
• Strong administration skills including experience in budgeting, cash flow management and budget analysis; proposal and donor report writing.
• Strong spoken and written communications skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia;
• Comfortable with distance communications.
• Values teamwork and demonstrates humility, honesty, and flexibility.
  

How to apply:
To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, salary history, three professional references together with the date of availability to info@pacta.fi

Program Officer - NDI (National Democratic Institute)

The National Democratic Institute (NDI) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, nongovernmental organization that responds to the worldwide quest for popular civic participation, open and competitive political systems, and representative and accountable government.

We are now seeking highly competent, active and experienced professionals to join NDI Jakarta office. Ideal candidates should be Indonesian who are strong professionals with excellent leadership, managerial and interpersonal skills. Fluency in English both verbal and written is also an important prerequisite.

Program Officer
to implement a program to assist Indonesian Political Parties. This position is available for the term of the grant or approximately 3 years

The successful applicant should possess the following skills and experience:

• A degree in political science or international relations or a similar discipline.
• Practical knowledge of the Indonesian political environment.
• Experience in the implementation of development assistance programs.
• Manage program funds and develop program budgets.
• A working knowledge of the rules and regulations for using a USAID grant.
• The ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Fluency in both spoken and written Bahasa Indonesia and English.
• Skilled in Microsoft office programs, word processing, spreadsheets and Power Point presentations.
  

Applicants should submit a letter addressing the required skills and experience plus curriculum vitae. Please submit applications by email, indicating the position applied in the email subject, to TSimandjuntak@ndi.org.
Applications close on Wednesday, January 20, 2010. Late applications will not be accepted.
Please note that applications failing to address the requirements will not be considered and late applications will also not be accepted.

For information about NDI please refer to our website: www.ndi.org.