Finance Officer

Oxfam Great Britain

Location: Indonesia (Makassar)
Closing date: 17 Feb 2008

Job Description

Oxfam GB is an international NGO working in over 80 countries to address poverty and suffering through development, humanitarian intervention and advocacy work. With some 255,000 lives lost to natural disasters and conflict over the last three years, along with 1.4 million people displaced from their homes, the challenges facing Indonesia are considerable. Right now, we're looking for two dynamic individuals to help bring stability and lasting change to the people of Indonesia.

Working closely with the Finance Manager, you'll be key in the financial asset and budget management of the Area Office Programme and projects. You'll also manage day-to-day finance leads and support the project and programme, the finance forecasting and banking processes. What's more, you'll prepare cash forecasts, submit requests for further monetary backing and oversee a whole range of finance operations, including cash and bank book maintenance, project planning and financial reporting. Supporting partners in financial management and monitoring will also be key.

We're looking for someone with great financial auditing, IT and numeracy skills, along with a strong background in accounting and a relevant diploma. You'll have a high level of initiative and be comfortable managing resources with minimum supervision. You'll also be confident communicating in both English and Bahasa, and if you're adaptable in all aspects of working, this will strengthen your claim all the more.

Vacancies Contact

For more information please visit www.oxfamgb.org/eastasia Please send all applications to Makasar@oxfam.org.uk
Closing date for both roles: 17 February 2008.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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Finance Specialist, Banda Aceh

United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)

Major provider of project management and implementation services to the United Nations System and developing countries

Location: Indonesia (Banda Aceh)
Closing date: 06 Feb 2008

Job Description

UNOPS helps its partners in the United Nations system meet the world?s needs for building peace, recovering from disaster, and creating sustainable development. UNOPS is known for its ability to implement complex projects in all types of environments around the globe. In an effort to promote organizational excellence, UNOPS seeks highly qualified individuals for the following position:

Vacancy Details:
Vacancy Code: IDOC-08-APO-VA01;
Post Title: Finance Officer;
Post Level: ALD A-3 (equivalent to P-3);
Org Unit: 44648- UNICEF Reconstruction of Schools in Aceh and Nias, Indonesia;
Duty Station: Banda Aceh, Indonesia;
Duration: 12 months, renewable;
Closing Date: 6 February 2008.

Background:
The ongoing UNICEF/UNOPS School Construction Project is involved in construction of primary schools in Banda Aceh, Calang, Meulaboh and Nias in response to devastating Tsunami and Earthquake of 2004 & 2005 respectively. The Project Management Unit is responsible to provide services which include procurement, financial management, logistics, human resources and administration. As a part of the support services the UNOPS Indonesia Operations Centre needs a Finance Officer to provide financial management services.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Finance Officer?s responsibility will mainly focus on managing the project budget, making payments, accounting of the expenditure and financial monitoring & reporting. The incumbent will work closely under the supervision of the IDOC Director and on the other hand, the incumbent will also provide leadership to a group of support staff involved in the area of finance and its 4 (four) field offices. Within the delegated authority, the Finance Officer will be responsible, but not limited to, for the following functions:

I) Budget Management:
- Prepare draft operational budget for the Project management Unit (PMU) and the 4 (four) Field Offices (FO) in accordance with UNOPS rules & procedures and budgetary guidelines;
- Review for reasonableness and process ?Requests for Funds? for FOs from approved PIP budget bearing in mind FO budget submissions and allotments for their respective operational budgets and monitor expenditure levels against allotments;
- Play an active role in the preparation of the Programme Implementation Plan taking a lead in the finalizing the budget for submission to UNICEF;
- Prepare periodic budget revisions in light of changing expenditure patterns.

II) Payments:
- Approve payments to all vendors dependent on payments from the IDOC Imprest Account on a timely and orderly manner bearing in mind UNOPS financial rules and regulations;
- Pay particular attention and ensure the timely processing of payments due to contractors once the ?completeness? of their interim certificates is verified and found to be satisfactory;
- Whenever possible curtail the turn around time for processing contractors? payments to the extent that improvement on ?turn around time? of payments to contractors should be institutionalized as a ?performance indicator? for Finance Assistants and Associates.

III) Accounting of the Expenditure:
- Oversee the timely and proper processing and inputting of expenditure data into Peoplesoft thus reflecting real time delivery on the project;
- Ensure periodic replenishment and whenever necessary ?Special Replenishments? of the Imprest Account are prepared on a timely basis thus putting in place a system that would engender a regular and sustainable flow of funds to sustain project activities;
- Ensure timely preparation and maintenance of accounting records and financial statements in accordance with UNOPS financial rules and regulations;
- Lead the reconciliation of BRIO and Imprest account statements to check for consistency and whenever necessary take remedial action to correct irreconcilable variations in figures and transactions;
- Carry out periodic review of PO balances and undertake necessary corrective actions;
- Institutionalize quality control by reviewing, analyzing and reconciling project accounts.

IV) Treasury Function:
- Oversee finance office staff undertake monthly bank reconciliation;
- Liaises and resolves with the bank any discrepancies found in the reconciliation;
- Prepare cash flow projections and analyses cash requirements of the PMU and FOs.

V) Financial Monitoring & Reporting:
- Prepare periodic Imprest returns and replenishment requests for submission to UNOPS Asia and the Pacific Regional Office (APO);
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, six-monthly or yearly reports to track budget, expenditures and balance in formats as determined by IDOC or UNICEF;
- Put in place adequate internal controls and ensure compliance to these internal control mechanisms;
- Identify weaknesses in IDOC financial management systems and recommend appropriate controls to strengthen processes and procedures to mitigate risk.

VI) Others:
- Prepare draft documents for internal & external audit and respond to audit queries & observations;
- Perform duties of the Verifying/Alternative Verifying Officer of the Imprest Account;
- Any other duty as requested by the Director of IDOC.

Required Selection Criteria:

Competencies:
- Sound knowledge in the field of financial management of UN/UNOPS;
- Ability to quickly respond to the needs of the client within the permissible financial rules and regulations of UNOPS;
- Knowledge of Peoplesoft is a requirement. Knowledge of FASS is an advantage;
- Ability to work under difficult conditions;
- Ability to understand local cultural sensitivities and to adjust to the situation;
- Dynamic and creative, using innovative approaches to overcome locally generated challenges;
- Demonstrated behavior of professional and personal ethics, transparency and openness;
- Proven ability as self-starting team player, able to take appropriate initiatives to further team interests.

Education/Experience/Language:
- Advance University Degree in accounting, finance or other related field from a recognized university;
- At least five years progressive experience in project accounting and financial reporting in a computerized environment;
- Working experience with UNOPS or any other UN organ?s financial rules & regulations is an asset;
- Understanding of IFRS/IPSAS/IAS/GAAP desirable;
- Very good understanding of double entry accounting and preparation of financial statements;
- Fluency in English is highly required.

Additional Considerations:
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered;
- Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified;
- Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply;
- UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post.

For more information on UNOPS, including its core values and competencies, please visit the UNOPS website at www.unops.org.

Vacancies Contact

Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and an updated United Nations Personal History Form (P.11), to:
Siamak Moghaddam, Portfolio Manager, via e-mail to vacanciesbkk@unops.org
Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title when applying (in the subject line by e-mail).

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EPI Technical Officer

URGENTLY REQUIRED

USAID project seeks experienced professional to fill the EPI Technical Officer position based in West Java to support a new national project to rapidly increase immunization coverage.

S/he will play a lead role in implementing MCC work plan activities, as adopted for the province, with the goal of rapidly increasing the DPT3 and measles coverage. S/he will be support activities towards strengthening EPI at the district and village levels, working through the public and private sectors, including non-governmental organizations (NGOs), at the provincial, district and community levels. Focusing on high risk, low-performing areas with high populations, s/he will increase capacity to increase immunization coverage of children under the age of one with priority focus on DPT3 and measles vaccination. S/he will responsible for facilitating the timely provision of appropriate technical and managerial assistance to the districts and health centers. S/he will encourage the flow of information to ensure that all program activities are monitored and evaluated, providing positive reinforcement to the best performing health districts/centers.

Requirements: Medical degree, MPH/MBA or equivalent experience, minimum 3-4 years delivering and/or managing public sector immunization services. Expertise in training, logistics management, advocacy and/or health planning is an asset.

Interested candidates are requested to send their applications by email to careers@basics. org careers@basics. org> and mention the position applied for in the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Last date of submission of applications is February 17, 2008.

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Operation Manager

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:

Operation Manager - to be based in Calang, NAD (Code : OM - CL)

Overall Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Field Coordinator, Operation Manager is
responsible for the development and guidance of the Finance, Administrative
and Logistic Departments including providing day-to-day management of the
Calang Field officeTeam. This person will work closely with the Field
Coordinator, Banda Aceh Technical support teams and the Administrative,
Finance and Logistic Officers this includes 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 using required
policy/procedures for administrative, logistics & financial systems in
accordance with CARDI policy and procedures.
* Ensure compliance with CARDI strategy, policies, procedures and
Indonesian national laws and labour 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 labour 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

* Regularly consult with the Field Coordinator and Banda Aceh
Technical support teams (Finance, Admin, Logistics) on matters of
significance to the staff and administrative operations

* Directly supervise Calang Field office finance, administration and
logistic units; ensuring effective planning, reporting and promoting
responsiveness to the needs and support of management to the program teams.

* Monitor 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/ministrie s and other
international agencies to build positive relationships and knowledge of
current or proposed changes in labor practices or regulations.

* Ensure Maintenance of a central 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 national staff

* Provides information and monthly report to CARDI Administration,
Logistics, and Finance Departments and submit to Banda Aceh Office as
requested to ensure smooth operations

HR & Administration

* Supervise the Administrative officer to ensure day to day
administrative activities are carried out and the office is functioning
smoothly

* Ensure 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 Technical 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

* Supervise the Finance Officer to ensure day to day financial duties
are carried out
* 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

* Supervise the Compound and Warehouse officer 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
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 Jamsotek 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, February 7th,
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.

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Job Vacancy IT

The Borneo Tropical Rainforest Foundation (BTRF) is a non profit Foundation committed to the conservation of the Tropical Rainforest of Borneo. The overall mission of BTRF is to protect and safeguard large areas of tropical rainforest as well as to promote global responsibility and awareness of the need to participate cpllectively in the conservation of our planet¢s natural heritage. Currently, The Borneo Tropical Rainforest Foundation (BTRF)is seeking highly motivated,dedicated and experienced staff for the following position to be based in Jakarta:

Information Technology (IT)

Job Description:
1. Managing overall Corporate System Information Technology (Maintaining the system infrastructure i.e. PABX and LAN, WAN)
2. In-charged of major operating and network infrastructure in Indonesia Office and Remote Site Area Project.
3. Rationalize the deployment of servers (Windows server, desktop, laptop) in order to provide high service levels at an appropriate cost.
4. Planning and oversee all hardware, software and service purchases in line with the Country IS budget, identify and evaluate network services, network hardware and software tools available in the local marketplace within the context of relevant Asia Pacific Information Services policies and procedures.
5. Planning the provision for security, availability, resilience and performance, set performance targets and goals for Technical Services in alignment with national plans and budgets.
6. Assist procurement of IT equipment. Manage IT equipment inventory.
7. Provide basic IT training on standard federation software/hardware to staff.
8. Ensuring the documentation of all networks, manage the administration of all databases countrywide; ensure all personal computer software is licensed.
9. Managing the help desk to resolve issues in a timely manner.
10. Participating in IS strategy planning, contribute to IS budgets in a timely manner in accordance with the company planning cycle and regional schedules, review recommendations and approve plans for work stations and configuration needs to meet increasing business and an expanding user base within the context of relevant Asia Pacific Information Services/policies and procedures.
11. Ensuring that Service Level Agreements for all services provided by Technical Services Team to the business are prepared and in place.
12. Developing a high performance service culture within the IS Department.

COMPETENCY REQUIRMENTS

Education
v University Degree in Information Technology

Skills
v Good experience in working with wireless and wired computer networks
v Good experience in installing and configuring computer software
v Analytical and logical ability
v Understanding of Operating System, Database Management System, Spreadsheet Analysis and Word Processing

Language
v Bahasa Indonesia and English

Experience
v Minimum 3 years of relevant and progressively responsible technical experience, e.g computer hardware and software installation and configuration, system administration and maintenance, setting up and supporting large wireless and wired computer networks and providing user support.
Competencies
v Professionalism
Familiarity with information system infrastructure, networks, hardware, software and application system. Ability to apply good judgement in the context of assignment given, ability to respond to changing requirements and assignments.
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Please send application letter stating code of position applied for, and detailed CV to: maryam@yhtb.org (Closing date: 14 February 2008). Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview

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Policy Development Advisor

The Governance Reform Support Project Phase II (GRS II) is a bilateral cooperation project between the governments of Canada and Indonesia funded by the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). GRS II is managed by a consortium of Canadian firms comprising Hickling Corporation and Bearing Point. As part of our support to the Government of Indonesia we have agreed to support work aimed at strengthening the office of the Secretary General in the Ministry of Home Affairs.

We intend to recruit a Policy Development Advisor. This individual will be a member of a team providing support to the Strategic Policy Analysis Center within the Secretary General's Office of the Indonesian Ministry of Home Affairs. A detailed statement of work (SOW) is attached. He/she should have international experience in strengthening government institutions involved in policy development and implementation and should be familiar with governmental institutions in Indonesia. Experience in Indonesia and the ability to speak Bahasa Indonesia will be advantages. This position is for an initial period of four months commencing in February 2008 and is based in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Interested and qualified individuals are invited to submit their curriculum vitae to:

Ms. Savitri Soegijoko: jobapp@attglobal. net or by fax tp +62-21-391 5518 before February 8, 2008.

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Public Health Promoter - YEWATER Program

Job Vacancy
Position open: Public Health Promoter

The role of the Public Health Promoter is to be a community
motivator to sustain our environmental service projects. Our focus
is on daily service work with Indonesian scavenger communities' to
engage and educate them through various environmental activities,
including access to clean water, improved hygiene and sanitation.
YE Water Program is accepting applications from qualified
individuals interested in joining our growing organization to work
to aid disadvantaged Indonesians in need.

Job Description
Report to: Mindy Weimer, YE Water Program Coordinator
Start date: 1 March 2008
Salary: Negotiable; depending on applicant qualifications &
experience
Work hours: 08:00 – 15:30; Monday - Saturday
Base location: Jakarta (Pondok Indah)

This job entails a wide variety of tasks inclusive, but not limited
to:
- organizing and leading hands-on awareness activities with
community children
- gathering community information, monitoring and surveying
- documenting site assessment and weekly report updates
- assisting accounting and budgeting
- assisting with fundraising opportunities
- language translations and assistance
- occasional papers and presentations on work results
- any other reasonable request from the Program Coordinator

Person Specifications
The following criteria describe the preferred applicant
qualifications:
- creative teaching skills
- proficient in English and Bahasa Indonesia
- previous environmental service work experience
- S1 degree in Public Health or related field
- proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet
- flexible schedule
- ability to organize events
- business managing skills
- commendable initiative, independence, integrity, and
reliability
- having experience in teaching children preferred
- understanding and appreciation of social and cultural
diversities

To learn more about our organization, please visit
www.yewaterprogram. org

If you are interested in applying for the YE Water Program Public
Health Promoter position, please say in your application how you
meet the Person Specifications and answer these questions below.
Then, send with your resume and a cover letter to Mita Sirait at
msirait@yewaterprog ram.org as soon as possible, not later than 9
February 2008.

1. What are three reasons that have motivated you to consider
this position?
2. What was one of the most difficult problems you have faced
in a job, how did you handle it, and what was the outcome?
3. Of your job experience, what do you believe is the most
relevant to this role with YE Water Program?

Regards,

Mita Sirait
Public Health Promoter
msirait@yewaterprog ram.org
www.yewaterprogram. org

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International Development Opportunity - Project Coordinator

The GRM International Group is a leading international development project management company with experience in about 64 countries for Clients including the World Bank, ADB, AusAID, DFID and EU. The GRM Group has more than 300 professional staff and presently manages over 40 development projects throughout the world.

GRM is currently seeking a highly motivated Project Co-ordinator for its Indonesia Office in Jakarta. This is a full-time position and the successful candidate will have extensive experience in a similar role, with strong accounting and financial management skills and a relevant background. An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

The position description, including the selection criteria, is available from the GRM website. To apply please forward a covering letter addressing the selection criteria and a current Curriculum Vitae of no more than 3 pages to info.indonesia@ grminternational .com, no later than 5th February 2008.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.


Position: Project Coordinator
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Assignment Starts: As soon as possible
Applications Close: 05 February 2008
Duration: 12-months (with possible extension)
Advertised By: GRM International - Indonesia

Company Profile
The GRM International Group is a project management company that specialises in providing technical services in the identification, preparation and implementation of projects. GRM manages projects across a range of disciplines and in a number of countries. Its clients include governments, multilateral agencies, and private sector organisations. It also encompasses a commodity trading company called Austrex. For more information visit our website at www.grminternationa l.com.

The GRM International office in Jakarta is seeking a Project Coordinator to strengthen its Jakarta based team.

Duties
The Project Coordinator working from the GRM International office in Jakarta will be required to work within nominated work teams on business development and managing ongoing projects. Project Coordinators are also expected to contribute to a variety of ongoing administrative, financial management and corporate programs as required. In general the Project Coordinator will be reporting to the Country Manager, but for specific projects and tenders the Project Coordinator will directly report to a Project Manager.

Key Tasks

Support Project Managers in the technical, financial and contractual management of projects, and maintaining effective client relationships;
Expected to understand all aspects of a project cycle and provide a supporting role in the preparation of documentation required at any stage in the development, implementation, or review of a project;
Identify project prospects or business opportunities at pre-tender stage; prepare draft capability statements or sections of tenders to the highest possible standard;
Contribute to general office administration, reception, record keeping and other duties and communications as may be required by the Country Manager;

Working in a small but dynamic team in an international environment requires flexibility, adaptability and excellent communication skills. The selected candidate will be working with teams, but at the same time should be able to work independently, show initiative and articulate own views and ideas.

Experience

Tertiary qualifications in an appropriate discipline; or
A minimum of two years project administration experience, with a strong background in financial management.

Skills and Knowledge

Strong accounting and financial management background and skills including financial forecasting and analysis;
Exceptional standard of written and verbal communication skills;
Well developed and highly effective organisational skills;
Ability to resolve complex issues, build solid relationships and deliver outcomes;
Strong management and report writing skills;
Ability to work under pressure and balance several competing projects at once;
Fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia
IT Literate; and
Demonstrated people skills with a flexible and collaborative personal style.

Personal Attributes

Professional and reliable;
Honest and ethical;
Confidential;
Positive and can do attitude;
Assertive with good business acumen;
Well presented and articulate;
Confident, flexible and forward thinking; and
Ability to inspire and obtain key stakeholder confidence

Applications
To apply please forward a covering letter addressing the selection criteria and a current Curriculum Vitae of no more than 3 pages to info.indonesia@ grminternational .com, no later than 5th February 2008.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Radio Operator - Canadian Red Cross, Nias

The Canadian Red Cross (CRC) is implementing a major community-based reconstruction and rehabilitation program with the primary focus on shelter construction project in Aceh Besar, Lamno, Calang and Nias for beneficiaries affected by Tsunami of December 26, 2004 and earthquake of March 28, 2005. We are also implementing Livelihoods, Environmental Health and Disaster Risk Reductions programs to help families and communities to improve their live quality. We are looking for qualified and committed candidates to fill the following position on a fixed term contract basis.

Radio Operator (Ref Code: NIAS-RO), 1 position
Based in Lahewa, Nias

Under the supervision of the Senior Logistics Officer, the radio operator will manage all communication and messages in the radio room. Specifically, he/she will be expected to: answer all radio, telephone or satellite calls to the radio room, keep a log of all such calls, daily track vehicle movements by the use of radios and/or telephone and report to Logistics Department.

The operator will be expected to ensure that all radio room communication equipments are in good working condition and that all radio communications are according the Red Cross radio user rules.

He/she will be expected to assist in the training or staff in radio use.

Main responsibilities:

· Answer all communications to the radio room and distribute incoming messages, and other communications effectively

· Ensure that all transmissions authorized are properly prepared and transmitted promptly, ensure that no unauthorised communications are exchanged on the network

· Maintain and track all delegates, staff, and vehicle movements according to the requirements of security situations in Nias

· Perform radio check calls with other CRC radios as directed

· Conduct radio training for staff as requested

· Ensure that all equipment is well maintained and in good working condition at all times

· Carries out administrative duties within the area of responsibility

Qualifications:

· Tertiary education (at least diploma 3)

· At least one year experience in radio operation is a must

· Basic computer skills

· Good knowledge of English and Indonesian language, both oral and written. Bahasa Nias is an advantage.

Competencies:

· Ability to apply good judgement in the context of assignments given; ability to respond to changing requirements and assignments

· Pleasant, clear, and good communication skills (Indonesian and English), including ability to write basic reports

· Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect diversity

· Ability to plan own work, to work effectively under stress and to prioritise and judge tasks within tight deadlines

Please Notice: Applications should be sent to recruitment. id@redcross. ca quoting the Ref code (NIAS-RO) as the subject of the e-mail and indicating the Job title on the covering letter and the attachment should not exceed 200 Kb. Only candidates meeting the Essential Qualifications will be short-listed. Applications must be received by Friday, 8 February 2008. Canadian Red Cross gives an equal-opportunity employment regardless of race, gender, religion, or political affiliations.

Regards,

HR Department
Canadian Red Cross - Indonesia
Red Cross Service Centre
Jl. Ajun Jeumpet no. 18 B
Aceh Besar 23353

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IRD Indonesia - Field Office Coordinator (Papua Based)

International Relief and Development, (IRD) Inc., is a non-profit organization specializing in international development and humanitarian assistance in over 20 countries. IRD works with a wide range of partners to design and implement, and provide technical assistance in the areas of health, economic development, relief, infrastructure, civil society and food security.

International Relief and Development (IRD) Indonesia is inviting dynamic, committed, experienced and highly motivated candidates to join our team for the following position:

Field Office Coordinator
Papua based

General Description

The IRD Papua Field Office Coordinator responds to the programmatic needs as identified by the post¢s supervisor in a timely and efficient manner. S/he is responsible to represent IRD at any and all possible opportunities within the International Community and with Government officials and report to his/ her supervisor on all such meetings and their outcomes. S/he is also responsible for ensuring the IRD Papua office is maintained and operated in a responsible and professional manner at all times.

Responsibilities

1. Establish and maintain an IRD office and presence in Papua
2. Arrange and represent IRD at meetings with (potential) government partners at all levels
3. Establish a working relationship within the International community.
4. Establish contacts, and if applicable, working relationships with local NGO¢s specific to sectors of IRD¢s main interests.
5. Represent IRD professionally at all donor meetings, with special attention to the health, education, food security and infrastructure sectors as well as the Governor¢s village development plans.
6. Be responsible for working with the relevant government ministries to obtain letters of agreement to work in Papua.
7. If required, collate and prepare any documents to obtain a National level MOU.
8. Provide all necessary support for the development of Concept Papers and/ or proposals as and when required, irrelevant of the sector.
9. Keep aware of potential funding opportunities at all times.
10. Prepare any relevant Work or Action Plans as required.
11. Other administrative tasks as determined.


Required Qualifications

A. Knowledge and Experience:
· At least 5 years of professional experience in program development management, preferably with strong technical background in education, health, food and nutrition or food security, local economic development, infrastructure and civil society strengthening.

B. Competencies:
· Good knowledge of program and budget management (planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluation)
· Good ability to liaise, negotiate, lobby with government authorities and stakeholders at provincial and district level
· Good ability to interact with local NGOs and community-based organization leaders
· Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
· Excellent written and spoken command of English; fluent or native Bahasa Indonesia language skills
· Excellent reporting and analytical skills
· Excellent computer application skills
· Good organizational and interpersonal skills

C. Education and Certifications:
· Bachelor¢s degree in relevant field, preferably in education, health, social sciences, economic and development studies.

IRD provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. Interested applicants may submit a cover letter, a comprehensive CV, their salary history, any reference letters and their contact details by e-mail to:

imeldas@ird.or.id

Please insert the position title in your email subject and submit applications in English.

Applications must be received by the IRD on February 6th, 2008. We regret to announce only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

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Program Assistants – CSO II

Muslim Aid is an international relief and development
agency based in London
working in sixty countries in the world since last 21 years helping the
disaster and conflict affected people across the world. Muslim Aid is currently operating in more
than 60 countries including Indonesia . Our vision is a world of peace, compassion
and justice where all people achieve fulfillment in al aspects of their lives.

Muslim Aid Indonesia is implementing a project
and is currently seeking to hire two “Program Assistants” who are
willing be based at Muslim Aid Meulaboh Site Office.

2 Program Assistants – CSO II

Program Assistant will work with Program Officer at Meulaboh site office.
She or He should have experience in program development/community development/livelihoods.
She/He will assist the Program Officers
in implementing the CSO II Project compliant to the implementation plan and
proposal. The Program Assistant will work with the community leaders, Local
Government and other NGO partners.

They will have to be prepared to spend 80% of their time in the field. S/he will
be required to relocate within the operational areas.

Requirements:

University Degree or
diploma in Business or Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences and
Social Sciences would be desirable

Minimum 1-2 years experience in program development/community development/livelihoods

1-2 years experience in NGO (desirable)

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Able to work independently and under supervision

Moderate
in spoken and written EnglishAbility to speak Acehnese is an assetHave a computer skillAbility to work in team

Applications should be addressed to: Human
Resource Department, Muslim Aid Indonesia ,
Jalan T. Bintara Pineung No. 27 Banda Aceh 23116, or email at hr_muslimaid.indonesia@yahoo.com All
applications should include a cover letter, updated resume (CV), a passport size
photograph, and two referees which can testify to the candidate’s ability in above
mentioned and should be received no later than
Thursday 6th February 2008 at 5.30 pm.

Muslim Aid is an Equal opportunities employer

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

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SPO Education , SPO Child Protection

Save The Children UK (SCUK) is a leading international NGO working to create a better world for children. We provide emergency relief and implement education, health and child protection programmes. We are seeking a highly dynamic and experienced national staff to work on education development programmes in SERAM MALUKU and child protection programmes in AMBON MALUKU:

SENIOR PROJECT OFFICER EDUCATION
(Code: SPO-EDU, 1 post in Seram)

SENIOR PROJECT OFFICER CHILD PROTECTION
(Code: SPO-CP, 1 post in Ambon )

Reports to DPM/Project Coordinator, the post holder will plan, develop, monitor and evaluate the implementation of education and child protection project activities in the field to ensure the effective implementation and compliance with SCUK’s mission, objectives and country strategy.

MAIN DUTIES:
· Implement the programme in the field, develop effective monitoring, evaluation and reporting systems (including documenting activities), to ensure the effectiveness of project implementation
· Develop and submit operational budget plans and monitor its usage periodically
· Provide technical and management support to programme staff as part of the staff development as well as key stakeholders to ensure the sustainability of programme
· Develop and improve work coordination with local key partners and develop progress reports periodically

PROJECT OFFICER CHLD PROTECTION
(Code: PO-CP, 1 post in Ambon )

The post holder will be responsible for developing and implementing child protection initiatives to improve children’s participation and access to quality basic education
MAIN DUTIES:
· Act as a lead officer in implementing and delivering child protection initiatives through training and workshops to targeted audiences, to ensure the programme is delivered effectively
· Conduct surveys or focus group discussions to targeted programme audiences, in order to provide Project Coordinators with critical and strategic feedback for improving SCUK’s child protection programme strategies and practices
· Develop, maintain and improve close relationships with local officials and partners to ensure constructive working relationships that contribute to the learning and sustainability of the programme
· Undertake Advocacy with stakeholders in the target areas to ensure the adoption of SCUK’s approaches to quality basic education for marginalized children

REQUIREMENTS:
· Minimum of 3 years of experience in managing projects in community and child-focused activities
· Have experience in overall project management
· University Degree (S1) in relevant field, Master’s preferable, or equivalent experience
· Experience of working in the field of education, preferably primary education (for SPO-EDU
· Experience of working in the field of child protection, preferably
· Well developed communication and report-writing skills (English and Bahasa), strong analytical and conceptual skills, proven ability to work independently with limited supervision and support

DESIREABLE:
Deep knowledge and prior experience of Maluku

Please send application letter stating code of position applied by email address below latest by 25 Jan 08. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. Due to urgent need, applications will be reviewed in daily basis and candidates may be interviewed and position may be filled before the closing date


Human Resources Department
e-mail : admin_scuk_ambon@ hotmail.com

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Log/procurement Asst vacancy-American Red cross

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 (main), Calang, Lamno, Sabang and Pulo Aceh. It also has liaison offices in Jakarta, and other areas in Aceh province in collaboration with the Indonesian Red Cross. The Indonesia TRP program has a budget of over $200m. It commenced in May 2005 and will be completed by June 2010.

Logistic/Procurement Assistant ( 1 person )
Specific DUTIES responsibilities and accountabilities :
Assist in the running of on procurement practices based on American Red Cross logistic/procurement standard and regulation; Assist in obtaining the quotation, preparing of bid analysis, contract, advice and all information for the purchase preparation process; Assist in the maintenance of accurate an up to date local market prices/conditions and supplier information regularly; Liaise and coordinate with the relevant persons for all parties ( supplier, transporter, and requester ) regarding delivery of supplies and keep all parties informed of the any changes, delivery status and conditions; Assist in preparation of the payment request for supplier and ensures all of the supported document are completed; Maintain the warehouse operation and ensure in up dating of stock balance, inventory and stock movement; Able to working on out of office hours or office days; Willing working to out of Aceh JAya district areas.

Qualification and Requirement :
In good mental and physical health; Computer literate, especially on spread sheet and simple data base; Have capability on data filling , especially on procurement and logistic matters; have capability on maintain and running the warehouse; Have capability on managing fleet; Have experience with UN organization , Red Cross societies or other INGOs is advantage; Language – Proficiency in Bahasa ( written & Spoken ) and English; Team work; Commitment to the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement; Integrity and personal cnduct ; sensitivity to diversity; flexibility and adaptability; Initiative and direction; Interpersonal skill; honest and loyal.


Please submit your application and curriculum vitae to hr@amredcross.org. Only applications in English and short listed candidates will be notified. Applications submitted after Feb, 1 2008 will not be considered. Applicants with RC/RC (PMI, Federation and PNSs) working experiences will be prioritized.

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Trainer Jobs Vancancy

SurfAid International is a non-profit organization dedicated to the alleviation of human suffering through community-based health programs and Emergency preparedness Program. We perform our work in isolated regions connected to us through surfing.

SurfAid International is currently seeking candidate to fill the following posts :

TRAINER

Duty and Responsibility
Preparing training for all SAI staff especially SCF-CF-Community such as;
o Identify training need analysis according to program need
o Develop training outline, framework and module for staff and community
o Identify Key Indicators for measuring the impact of training in community
o Identify Key Indicators for measuring the output of each training in improve capacity building for all staff for their Port Folio
o Conducting training for staff and community by using participatory adult learning approach
o Find training consultant according to training needs
2. Providing input and strategies for implementing training output in order to achieve the objective of program 3. Providing report of Training o Preparing analysis of regular training plan for community and follow up to program managers
o Writing staffs performance report during training which contains knowledge, facilitation skills, attitude and aptitude and follow up to program managers and HR manager


Special knowledge, skill
and attitudes requirement
Adult education principles
Community mobilization
Community Empowerment Concept
Participatory assessment skills such PLA, PRA, MC, etc
Supervisory skill
Motivating skill
Strong initiative, analytical thinking, working under pressure, result oriented regarding create behavior change
Assertive person
Ready to work in multicultural environment.
Willing to travel in the fields.
A high desire to succeed in empowering communities
A joy in building others peoples success

Education Qualification Requirement University graduate in social sciences, community development – people management, psychology or any education background with relevant working experience in at least one of those fields

Experience Requirement
Having field experience by working with local institution in community
Having experience in the role of trainer and individual coaching/mentoring
Experience of community development and behavior change management or transformation process with high desire to succeed in empowering people
Experience with participatory adult learning
Desirable Requirement
Knowledge and experience of the Indonesian region and health systems
Knowledge and experience of the Mentawai and Nias culture, history, health habit and belief
Knowledge and experience in developing training module based on value and spiritual concept
Fluency in written and spoken English
Knowledge and experience in participatory multi-media development, (posters, graphics, drama, video etc)


Send your Application letter and your recent CV to Human Resources Manager
Jobs@surfaidinterna tional.org, with subject: “Trainer”
PLEASE, ONLY FOR PEOPLE WHO MEET REQUIREMENT ENCOURAGED
TO APPLY
END OF DATE ONE WEEK AFTER ADVERTISEMENT

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Vacancy as Administrator at GTZ PAS Jakarta

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Technische Zusammenarbeit (GTZ) GmbH is an international cooperation enterprise for sustainable development with worldwide operations. GTZ promotes complex reforms and change processes. Its corporate objective is to improve people's living conditions on a sustainable basis. GTZ has been working in Indonesia since 1975 on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

Good Governance in Population Administration (GG PAS) program is seeking 1 (one) qualified Indonesian candidate for the position of ADMINISTRATOR with the job description as below:

B. Services for Short Term Experts and Other Visitors
* Assist in the development of an information kit for guests/ consultants
* Give visitors a friendly welcome and provide them with an information kit, update arriving guests with the status of their arrangements (schedule changes, transportation services, etc.) upon their arrival
* Take charge of accommodation arrangements of arriving visitors and short and long term experts
* Support short-term project consultants and experts on logistical matters during their assignment
* Prepare visitor/mission calendar and inform to the relevant working unit.
* Communicate and coordination with GTZ PAS NAD in related to expatriates' visa prolongation
* Monitor and assist experts in order to extend stay permit in Indonesia

C. Services Connected Business Assignment
* Co-ordinate with travel agents for the arrangement of international and domestic tickets
* Issue tickets and file documents for completed transactions
* Manage visa and other required administrative documents

D. Events Management
* Organize/co- ordinate logistic required for meetings, workshops, seminars and other activities
* Support technical staffs to manage project events
* Support technical staffs to compile and publish the results/report of the project events
* Arrange visitors' programs including their arrangements

E. Administration
* Communicate and coordination with GTZ PAS NAD in related to logistic preparation for GG PAS staff duty trip to Banda Aceh or vice versa.
* Drafting outgoing letters to counterparts and stakeholders
* Drafting minutes of team meeting and minutes of project workshops
* Managing and compiling reports and other important project documents in accord to GTZ guidelines
* Filing project documents
§ Liaise the project to counterparts in the field of administration
* Together with Office Manager in briefing stakeholders in order to execute events / activities based on GTZ regulation
§ Assisting in the preparation of contracts for local and international consultants and national personnel and local subsidies in compliance with GTZ regulations and in close cooperation with the GTZ Office in Jakarta
§ Assisting Monitoring status of implementation of consultant contracts
* Assisting Monitoring and process consultants and local subsidies payment to GTZ Office.

F. Communication and Publication
§ Administrative management and monitoring of processing of publishing project publications according to time schedule
§ Design and make sure project publications in accord to GTZ Corporate Design
§ Support the development of a project web-site in cooperation with the Associate Program Advisor
§ Assist and facilitate the preparation of project publications (editing, layout, printing etc.)
§ Work closely together with technical unit staffs in order to establish material for publication
Organize the distribution of publications

G. Procurement
* Proposed items/ goods to be purchased according to project needs
* Purchase items/ goods according to GTZ Procurement Rules
* Send inquiries to companies to provide quotations
* Send purchase order and confirmation on purchased items
* Communicate and coordinate with GTZ Office Jakarta
* Follow-up purchased item on delivery time
* Check delivered goods on quality and quantity

Interested candidate should submit the application letter and updated CV to Ms. Eriska Rosmarti at eriska.rosmarti@ gtzggpas. or.id or eriska.rosmarti@ gtz.de by the latest on 10.02.2008

- Only short-listed candidates will be notified for interviews -

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English Teachers wanted

An established English School is seeking qualified English Teachers
for its schools in Jakarta and Batam.

Competitive salaries (commensurate with experience) are offered.

For more information and/or consideration for the position, please
contact/forward your CV to Ardian Rahardja at

ddnato1@sbcglobal. net

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