Consulting Oportunity: Library Services

Local Resources Provider/Consultant –Public Library Service and Management

Location: Pidie, Aceh

Level of Effort: Up to 60 days between January 14 and June 31, 2008

CALGAP
The Canada/Aceh Local Government Assistance Program is an initiative of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) supported by the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) and currently extending until March 31 2009.
CALGAP’s purpose is to improve local governance (operations management, service delivery and strengthened participatory mechanisms) in three local governments - the City of Banda Aceh and the Districts of Pidie and Aceh Jaya - that were affected by the tsunami in Aceh through technical assistance provided by Canadian municipal practitioners. In addition CALGAP is supporting the Province of Aceh and local government associations through technical assistance in selected areas.


One of CALGAP’s program in Pidie District is to improve the Library Service and Management in assessing their current library situation, and finding ways to accommodate the increased demands placed on the district public library by providing new approaches to library management, services and operations. The projects seeks to modernise library services from the limited traditional lending and reference functions to a more responsive approach meeting community services needs as a resources and information center.
CALGAP is now recruiting an Indonesian LRP/Consultant for its activities in Pidie.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direction of the CALGAP LGDO for Pidie, the LRP shall perform the following duties and responsibilities:
The Library Local Resource Provider (LRP) will work in a collaborative manner with the Canadian Municipal Technical Team to build the skills of selected Public Library Service Agency staff in: i) improving existing public library services and operations, ii) management systems and procedures to better serve the needs of children and the general public and, iii) new and innovative approaches to public library work in Indonesia and other Asian libraries.

Specific tasks related to the above will be determined in cooperation with the CALGAP program team at the beginning of the assignment and as the contract progresses.

The LRP will be expected to work in a consultative and collaborative manner with the Canadian Team in both team environments (when Canadians are on Mission to Pidie) and in a semi autonomous and independent manner when the Canadian Technical team is not present. The LRP shall contribute to achieving the goals and objectives in the Project Plan and Mission plans along with the Pidie and Canadian Team. Reporting mechanisms are as follows: The LRP will report to the CALGAP Local Government Development Officer for Pidie.

Level of Effort
This contract is in effect from Jan 14 to June 31, 2008 up to a maximum of 60 days. The Library Local Resource Provider will be expected to be in Pidie for 3 to 5 missions of 7 to 20 days each over the period of the contract. Details of those missions will be discussed with the selected candidate.
This project will continue beyond June 30, 2008 and the selected candidate will be considered for and additional assignment.

Qualifications:
· University Degree in a related field, preferably Master’s degree in Public Library or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
· Minimum of 5 years of work experience in library services
· Ability to liaise and facilitate collaboration between various stakeholders (community members, local government partners, donors, host country officials and ministries, academic and research institutions)
· Experience in capacity development in government
· Excellent knowledge of computers and relevant software.
· Ability to work independently and as member of a team.
· Excellent research, planning, organizing and writing/editing skills.
· Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English as well as Bahasa Indonesia
· Knowledge of Acehnese an advantage.


Remuneration will be determined based on the experience of the candidate.

Please send your resume to hrd@fcmindonesia. org . For further information, call Mr. Media Firzamon, 0653-21983

Applications must be received by FCM CALGAP by 5:00 p.m, Dec 5, 2007. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

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Job Vacancy in Atambua (NTT) : PO Education

Save the Children (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 in
ATAMBUA ( WEST TIMOR ) :

PROJECT OFFICER EDUCATION



(Code: PO-ATB, 1 position)

The Project Officer Education (reporting to the Senior Project Officer
Education) assists in developing and implementing programme activities
to improve children's access to quality primary education.

MAIN DUTIES:

* Implementing and delivering programme activities
* Conduct monitoring and evaluation activities in order to provide
line managers with critical and strategic feedback for improving Save
the Children UK's education programme strategies and practices
* Develop, maintain and improve relationships with local partners
(Government, LNGO's) to ensure sustainability of the programme
* Prepare and develop weekly/monthly progress reports

REQUIREMENTS:

* Bachelor's degree in education or related discipline
* Minimum of 3 years of proven relevant experience in primary
education programmes with national or international NGOs
* Experience of pedagogy at primary level, active teaching and
learning processes, training and workshops for teachers

Applicants must meet ALL requirements. Please send a cover letter
(stating position code and relevant experience) and a CV to the email
address below by 15 December 2007. Only short-listed candidates will be
notified. Due to urgent need, applications will be reviewed on a daily
basis and candidates may be interviewed and position filled before the
closing date.

Human Resources Department

e-mail : hrdntt@gmail. com

All recruitment practices and procedures reflect Save the Children UK's
commitment to protecting children from abuse.

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Judicial Reform Coordinator

Chemonics International Inc., a leading international consulting firm based in Washington, D.C., seeks an Indonesian or expatriate professional for a USAID-funded project in anti-corruption which is a 2 year program that runs through April of 2009. There are two major reform efforts under MCC ICCP¢s Judicial Reform Component, Task 1, currently underway in Indonesia¢s judicial system. The first is an effort to make the courts into an independent branch of government by transferring the administration of the courts from the Executive Branch (primarily the Ministry of Law and Human Rights) to the judiciary itself, under the Supreme Court.

At the same time, the Supreme Court, which has always managed its own internal administration, is re-organizing itself to improve its own performance. Efforts are underway to increase Court oversight and improve the quality of court employees, both of which will help reduce opportunities for corrupt activities within
the court system and foster greater independence.
Responsibilities include: The Judicial Reform Coordinator serves as the manager and coordinator of MCC ICCP Task 1: Judicial Reform. In this role, he or she helps ensure that the many Task 1 activities with the Supreme Court (Activity 1: Human Resources Management, Activity 2: Budget and Asset Management and Activity 3: Transparency) are achieved effectively and within project deadlines. On the program side, the Judicial Reform Coordinator will use his or her management and technical skills to help the MCC ICCP Task 1 team, short-term technical specialists, and Indonesian and U.S. subcontractor teams accomplish the Task 1 activities. The judicial reform coordinator will liaise extensively with the Supreme Court Reform Team and technical divisions within the Supreme Court.
This position is based in Jakarta and starts as soon as possible.

The Coordinator will work very closely with counterparts to drive the project towards meeting MCC ICCP¢s aggressive targets and goals. As such, this individual must have the following qualifications:

· At least seven years of relevant professional experience, including direct technical experience on judicial or legal reform, anti-corruption, transparency or other related areas, including at least three years field work in a developing country setting.
· At least five years experience as a manager or supervisor. Demonstrated effective team supervision experience, including on a field project or office.
· Experience advising government agencies on reform, corruption and transparency issues.
· Successful experience coordinating the activities of multinational, national, public, and private stakeholders.
· Ability to work well in a diverse, face-paced environment.
· Excellent and demonstrated organization and multi-tasking skills.
· Strong communications skills; ability to present ideas, programs and reports effectively in verbal or written forms.
· Fluent computer and typing skills, including extensive familiarity with MS Office software applications.
· Prior experience in Indonesia or Asia is desirable.
· Indonesian language skills strongly preferred, including an ability to converse comfortably with counterparts in technical or management meetings held in Indonesian.

Application Instructions:
Please send resume and cover letter to indoiccp@chemonics. com. Please indicate judicial reform coordinator in the subject line. Evaluation of applications will begin on December 7, 2007 and continue until the position is filled. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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vacancies-Muslim Aid

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 small grant for CSO project and is currently seeking to hire “Program officers" and “Finance & Admin Officer” who are willing to located on the West Coast.

Program Officers

Program Officers will work under the direct supervision of Director of Strategy & Development/ Project Manager and will be responsible for effective implementation of the project on the West coast of Aceh. They will implement the program with the help and support of the Program assistants. The PO will work with the community leaders, Local Government and other NGO partners. The Officers will have to be skilled enough in internal proposal writing, budget preparation and report writing.

Qualification & Experience:

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), prepared to work with the poor people and support them.

Skills/Knowledge/ Ability:

Good interpersonal and communication
skills, Good IT skills, proficient in Word, Excel and other programs, Able to
work independently and under supervision and tight deadline, Moderate in spoken
English, Ability to speak Acehnese is an asset, Ability to work under own initiative, Ability to ride motorcycle.

Finance & Admin Officer

Finance & Admin Officer will work to assist and support the Project Manager to deliver effective and efficient finance and administration services to implement of the program in the field on the West-coast of Aceh. The Finance & Admin Officer
will provide general administration and finance related with paper work. Arrange meetings with local government and make travel arrangements as required. S/he to undertake the raising of purchase orders, processing of invoices of all office equipment, financial accounts and working at all times within Muslim Aid Field Office.

Qualification & Experience:

University Degree or diploma in Business or Public Administration, Economics, majoring accountancy. Minimum 1-2 years have experience in administrative and finance.

Skills/Knowledge/ Ability:

Good interpersonal and communication skills, Good IT skills, proficient in Word, Excel and other programs, Able to work independently and under supervision and tight deadline, Ability to work under own initiative, Moderate in spoken English, Ability to speak Acehnese is an asset.

Applications
should be addressed to: Human Resource Department, Muslim Aid Indonesia,
Jalan T. Bintara Pineung No. 27 Banda Aceh 23116, or email hr_muslimaid.indonesia@yahoo.com
All applications should include a covering 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 not later than Monday 10th Dec 2007 at 5.00
pm.

Muslim Aid is an Equal opportunities employer

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

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Communication Specialist - DBE2 Jakarta

An NGO-managed education project operating in seven provinces in Indonesia seeks qualified candidates for Communication Specialist (Based in Jakarta) position, to update and maintain the projects strategic internal and external communications plan. The Specialist will prepare a variety of communication products and public relations materials for a wide range of stakeholders.

Main Responsibilities

* Maintain and update a Communications and Public Relations strategy for the program and manage the implementation and integration of the strategies utilizing internet/ICT and newsletter media tools in a creative manner;


* Develop and maintain good relationships with the media, stakeholders, government officials, NGO partners, etc.;
* Provide input from a communications point of view on reporting documents such as quarterly reports and presentations;
* Establish guidelines and assist in develop and managing the overall public image, awareness and perceptions of the program;
* Working closely with the Communications Working Group and USAID to ensure continuity across the program, assist with the management of crisis communications

Required Qualifications:

* Possess a university degree in mass communication, journalism, international relations or equivalent combination of education and work experience;
* Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience required including a strong background in communications, editing and presentation
* Experience researching, writing, editing, and publishing press releases, quarterly and annual reports and other public documentation.
* Demonstrated experience designing and producing reports, brochures, briefing packets and other outreach materials using professional desktop publishing and presentation software;
* Excellent awareness of public issues;

Skills

* Demonstrated organizational and logistical abilities. Must be able to plan, organize, and use time effectively in a fast-paced environment;
* Fluency in both English and Bahasa Indonesia;
* Ability and desire to work effectively both as a team member and individually;
* Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.
* Require for travel if necessary

To apply, send a CV and cover letter to DBEIndonesia@ edc.org. Please keep attachments small. All applications due before Monday, December 10, 2007

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IRD Indonesia - Program Assistant (Semarang Based)

International Relief and Development, Inc. (IRD), 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.

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

Position Title: Program Assistant
Location: Semarang
Supervisor: Provincial Coordinator
Line Manages: N/A


Overview
Decentralized Basic Education: Youth Life Skills [DBE3] is a five years program that seeks to improve the basic education received by students in junior high school so that it directly relates to the skills needed upon entering the workforce; and assist youth who have dropped out of school before receiving their junior high school certificate to build the skills needed to better participate in the community and workforce. It is one component part of the wider USAID funded Improving the Quality of Basic Decentralized Education Program [IQDBE]

General
Assist Education Officer and District Officers to support and monitor the implementation of the Decentralized Basic Education Objective 3 (DBE 3) project in Central Java. Support good communication between partners and DBE 3 provincial management; ensure district partner implementation of the work-plan.

Project Development and Implementation
As required, support project data collection and analysis
Participate in project design, development, and work-planning activities as needed.
As required, make field visits to monitor the progress and quality of district-level activities.
Support Education Officer and District Officer to provide logistical support for training, workshops, meetings, and field visits.
Support Education Officer and District Officers in organizing such trainings, workshops, meetings, field visits; and facilitate it as needed in collaboration with other project staffs and or consultants.
Support Education Officer and District Officers in the development of public-private alliances at the provincial level and district levels.
Prepare and submit reports of project activities (training, workshop, meeting, field visit, Monitoring) to the Provincial Coordinator

Sub-grant/subcontra ct supervision
Participate in pre-award assessments/ compliance reviews of potential partners as requested.
Participate in pre-award assessment/complian ce reviews of potential partners as requested
Participate in selection of potential partners as requested
Support Education Officer and District Officers to monitor district sub-grantee activities.

Representation and Coordination
Work/coordinate closely with DBE1 and DBE2 staff and programs
Identify and coordinate with other provincial/district stakeholders as required.

Occasional Significant Duties
Support periodic visit by technical support staff and evaluation activities.

Qualifications
· Minimum diploma degree in Education, social science, management or a related field
· Minimum of two years experience in an equivalent position
· Ability to develop good relationships with stakeholders and colleagues—able to work well with others
· Good organization and time management skills
· Some prior knowledge of education and youth issues
· Able to work with limited supervision
· Communication (written/oral) /interpersonal skills
· Microsoft Office packages
· Some English (preferred)

Interested applicants should submit their letter of interest, comprehensive CV, salary history, 3 references letter and contact details by e-mail to:
imeldas@ird. or.id
Please insert the position title as your e-mail subject and applications must be provided in English. Closing date for applications is: November 27, 2007. We regret to announce that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

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IN SOCIAL SERVICES UNIT OF SULTAN II SELIM ACEH COMMUNITY CENTER

Turkish Red
Crescent Society (TRCS) has been operating in Aceh for two years. TRCS is a
Humanitarian Aid Organization under International Federation of Red Cross and
Red Crescent Societies.

TRCS conducts Psychosocial Support Programs (PSP) in a community center called
Sultan II Selim Aceh Community Center- Banda Aceh, with coordination with PMI
(Indonesia Red Cross) Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam Chapter. Aceh Community Center
offers psychological and social support for Tsunami victims and Acehnese
people.

Sultan II Selim Aceh Community Center is looking for PSP staffs with below qualifications:



- At least Bachelor Degree in Psychology.
- Good command of English – in both speaking and writing.
- At least 2 years of experience in planning, running and evaluating program -
experience in Aceh area will be an advantage.
- Able to operate Microsoft Office.
- Patient and highly motivated.
- Have good communicative skills.
- Can work in team.
- Flexible for different working hour.


Please submit Cover Letter and CV to email: sofi_hi01@yahoo. com, cc: pmi_aceh@yahoo. co.id not later than 24 November 2007.

Short list candidates will be invited for an interview.

Please notify: we are not open for phone interview, so be sure that you are
available for direct interview in Banda Aceh.

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY OFFICER (ITO)

Interested applicants please apply to nias_program@ yahoo.co. id by Nov 26, 07. Please indicate the position in your email’s “subject” line. No need to attach certificates.
The Australian Government with the support of AusAID is implementing the Nias Reconstruction Program (NRP). The program is located in South Nias with an office in Teluk Dalam. The goal of the project is to empower communities, particularly in needy villages, to take a leading role in building or rehabilitating community infrastructure that was destroyed by the earthquake and tsunami in 2005. This is to be achieved by developing the capacity of rural human resources and institutions, working closely with the local government, and providing small grants to villages.
Coffey International Development, the NRP Managing Contractor, requires an Information Technology Officer. The specific position requirements are as follows:

Reports to: Information and Communications Officer (ICO)

Counterparts: Under the general supervision of the ICO the position will interact with and provide regular IT support to the Monitoring & Evaluation Officer as required and interact with all NRP team members for information technology matters as they arise.

The ITO may occasionally interact with outside technicians and the Procurement Officer regarding IT procurement and maintenance issues.

Duration of contract: Up to 12 months, with a 3 month initial contract (start date mid Jan 08), extended as required and pending good performance as evidenced through application of the standard NRP performance evaluation format and with reference to the duties and responsibilities stated in the relevant TOR and the employment contract .

Location: Based in NRP office (Teluk Dalam) with travel to the field as required (Sub-districts participating in NRP activities). Some inter-provincial travel may also be required.

Languages: Proficiency in written and spoken English and Bahasa Indonesia is preferred.

Position Description:

The ITO under the general supervision of the ICO will interact with NRP management, facilitators, and other stakeholders in the field to provide the information technology support. The position will entail establishment of a central file server and general networking and systems development and management of operation and maintenance of the system.

Responsibilities:

He/she will implement all aspects of NRP IT development and maintenance

Duties: The duties will entail but not be restricted to, the following:

1. Establish or upgrade office computer network
a. Satisfy all hardware and software requests made by the team and approved by TL
b. Manage office network systems and software in Teluk Dalam office and all field offices (operation and maintenance) .
c. Perform routine data backups.
d. Apply operating system updates, patches, and configuration changes.
e. Install and configure new hardware and software.
f. Respond to technical queries.
g. Responsibile for security (anti virus etc).
h. Undertake bi-monthly databackups and anti-virus updates and scans on computers based in the field.
i. Responsibility for documenting the configuration of the system.
j. Troubleshooting any reported problems.
k. System performance tuning.
l. Insuring that the network infrastructure is up and running.
2. Assist in the development of web site
3. Other related duties as required

Required Qualifications and Experience

At least a first degree in Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field.
3 years experience in a related position such as project or program IT officer preferably in an international development or disaster reconstruction context. Familiarity with web site development is required

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INFORMATION, EDUCATION AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER (ICO)

Interested applicants please apply to nias_program@ yahoo.co. id by Nov 26, 07. Please indicate the position in your email’s “subject” line. No need to attach certificates.
The Australian Government with the support of AusAID is implementing the Nias Reconstruction Program (NRP). The program is located in South Nias with an office in Teluk Dalam. The goal of the project is to empower communities, particularly in needy villages, to take a leading role in building or rehabilitating community infrastructure that was destroyed by the earthquake and tsunami in 2005. This is to be achieved by developing the capacity of rural human resources and institutions, working closely with the local government, and providing small grants to villages.
Coffey International Development, the NRP Managing Contractor, requires an Information and Communications Officer. The specific position requirements are as follows:
Reports to: NRP Team Leader

Counterparts: Under the general supervision of the team leader, the position will interact mainly with the CDCBM (Community Development and Capacity Building Manager), CIM (Community Infrastructure Manager), IM (Infrastructure Manager for Sub-district Office Construction) and communicate upwards and outwards to the Team Leader, the Client and the community at large.

Other Stakeholders: The ICO may occasionally interact with communities and local governments through the local media and/or non-local media as instructed or requested by TL or the Client.

Duration of contract: 12 months, with a 3 month initial contract, start date: mid-Jan 08

Location: Based in NRP office (Teluk Dalam) with travel to the field as required (Sub-districts and villages participating in NRP activities). Some inter-provincial travel may also be required.

Languages: Bahasa Indonesia with proficiency in written and spoken English

Position Description:

The ICO under the general supervision of the Team Leader, will interact with NRP management, facilitators, communities and other stakeholders in the field to provide the information and communications link between implementation in the field and the broader community. The ICO will consistently promote NRP activities and prepare promotions materials and instruments through which NRP achievements will be disseminated to the client, stakeholders and the broader community. The position will entail oversight of the M&E system and ensuring NRP progress monitoring databases are kept up to date and accurate as a basis for information flows.

Responsibilities:

He/she will oversee implementation of all aspects of NRP information and communications especially the NRP community awareness campaign which entails compilation of a media program, including an NRP website, especially with regard to the community driven activities, and village grants under component 1. The incumbent should also prepare a program to promote awareness and understanding of the beneficiaries on the project and its key principles and work with NRP management to prepare a comprehensive community socialization program. A secondary responsibility will include monitoring and promotional reporting on other components such as capacity building and construction of Sub-district Offices.

Duties: The duties will entail but not be restricted to, the following:

Community awareness campaign
Initial preparation, ongoing updating and dissemination of NRP fact sheet (promotional pamphlet)
Preparation and dissemination of monthly NRP Newsletter
Oversee establishment and continued updating of an NRP website
Travel regularly to villages and record anecdotes (good news stories) that demonstrate NRP benefits and publish them in the Newsletter and through other media.
Oversee the development and updating of NRP progress monitoring database as base input to newsletters and progress reports
Manage relationships with NRP stakeholders through preparing and implementing regular communications events
Work with the Community Development and Capacity Building Manager to prepare and implement a comprehensive community project socialization program
Contribute to six monthly reports
Other duties as requested and approved by the Team Leader.

Required Qualifications and Experience

At least a first degree in journalism, communication, public relations or a related field.
A minimum of 3 years experience in a related position such as project PR or managing community awareness campaigns preferably in an international development or disaster reconstruction context. These skills would be complimented by the ability to work as a team member, but with minimum supervision in remote and challenging environments.

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Area Coordinator – Community Development

Interested applicants please apply to nias_program@ yahoo.co. id by Nov 26 07. Please mention the position in your email's "subject" line. No need to attach certificates. Salam.
The Australian Government with the support of AusAID is implementing the Nias Reconstruction Program (NRP). The program is located in South Nias with an office in Teluk Dalam. The goal of the project is to empower communities, particularly in needy villages, to take a leading role in building or rehabilitating community infrastructure that was destroyed by the earthquake and tsunami in 2005. This is to be achieved by developing the capacity of rural human resources and institutions, working closely with the local government, and providing small grants to villages.

Coffey International Development, the NRP Managing Contractor, requires an Area Coordinator – Community Development. The specific position requirements are as follows:
Reports to: Community Development and Capacity Building Manager (CDCBM)
Coordination: Area Coordinator – Technical, Governance Coordinator, SDO Construction Manager, Finance Manager, Office Manager, Procurement Officer
Supervisory roles: Community Facilitator – Community Development
Duration: 12 months, with a 3 months initial contract, start date: mid-Jan 08
Location: Nias Selatan
Languages: Bahasa Indonesia
Summary of Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Community Development and Capacity Building Manager and working in close coordination with “Area Coordinator – Technical,” the position is responsible to provide day-to-day supervision and technical backstopping to “Community Facilitator” to perform their works at the community level within its geographic coverage. Ensure that community facilitation processes and results reflect NRP visions for improved capacities of communities in managing the development of their infrastructures through community participation/ management approach. Coordinate with relevant stakeholders in line with the objectives of the project.
Tasks
1. Assist CDCBM in developing and improving community facilitation methodologies and provide the communication and coordination linkage between CDCBM and Community Development Facilitators (CDF) in the field.
2. Assist CDCBM in establishing quality assurance instruments as required, and ensure the instruments are used by CDFs and the communities
3. Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance, assistance to CDFs
4. Review NRP – Community relationships in each village and ensure smooth implementation of program activities.
5. Assist CDCBM in putting in place necessary technical training materials for community capacity building purposes in the whole cycle of project implementation: identification, planning/design, construction, operations and maintenance
6. Assist CDCBM in identifying and preparing necessary training programs for CDFs to support their jobs in the communities, including in the provision of training and other capacity building for communities
7. Take a lead role in “hands on” implementation of training programs when required and requested by CDCBM.
8. Assist CDCBM in coordinating and engaging with related local government agencies as necessary in line with the objectives of the project
9. Maintain effective working relationships with communities and other stakeholders, including KDP, BRR and other relevant organizations, and participate actively in relevant Sectoral Working Group meetings related to the South Nias reconstruction context.
10. Ensure timely reporting of progress and constraints of project implementation.
11. Coordinate with, provide inputs and assistance as necessary to the procurement officer for the procurement of project equipment and materials.
12. Perform other relevant tasks that may be required by the project.
Preferred qualifications and experiences:
1. Minimal education S1 in a discipline relevant to community development
2. At least 5 years experience working in community driven development preferably beginning with community facilitation and advancing to a higher level coordination role.
3. Excellent communication skills in Bahasa Indonesia. Skills in English and or Bahasa Nias would provide applicants with an advantage in the selection process.
4. Good report writing and analytical skills
5. Previous work experience on Nias Island would also be highly regarded as would the ability to work with minimum supervision in remote and challenging environments.

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Need for professional proposal writer in Samaritan's Purse

Samaritan's Purse is seeking a professional proposal composer/writer.
This position is open to both full time and part time applicants. The
minimum required qualifications are as follows:
1. Able to write proposals both in English and bahasa Indonesia.
2. Excellent English
3. Experience as a journalist will be an advantage.
4. Able to work by the dead line.

Please send your applications, amount of salary or fee desired, and
the proposal sample you recently made to: tnatadiredja@ samaritan. org

Regards,
Terry Natadiredja
HRD – Samaritan's Purse Indonesia

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German Red Cross - Admin Assistant Yogyakarta

Project Administration Assistant (m/f)

The German Red Cross (GRC) is part of a worldwide Movement, assisting victims of conflict, disaster and crisis. The Red Cross Movement provides assistance without discrimination as to nationality, race, religious beliefs, class or political opinions and adheres to the seven principles of the Red Cross Movement: Humanity,
Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality. In Yogyakarta German Red Cross is carrying out a capacity building project in disaster management for its sister organization Palang Merah Indonesia (PMI) with activities in the Provinces of Yog­yakarta and Central Java.

For our office in Yogyakarta we are looking for an Indonesian project administration assistant (m/f). The Working language is English. The assignment is to start on Monday, December 10, 2007. The initial working contract will be fixed to a term of 3 months with the possibility of extension.

What you will be doing

Ú Administrate the financial side of the project (petty cash, invoice handling, procurement process) and report regularly to GRC finance department in Banda Aceh

Ú Manage correspondence within GRC delegation and with external partners following objectives given by project delegate and project officer

Ú Translate spoken word in meetings and written word in documents (Bahasa Indonesia and English)

Ú Organize team appointments and meetings (time planning, minute taking)and keep track of due-dates

Ú Organize business trips (travel reservations, hotels, schedule making)

Ú Organize workshops, trainings and events (travel reservations, venues, schedule making, welcome service)

Ú Manage project documents and electronic data (processing, filing, backup)

Ú Proactively research whether processes are in line with laws and regulations and find solutions to upcoming issues

Ú Represent GRC in meetings with PMI and other partners

Ú Report directly to GRC Disaster Management Delegate

What we expect

Ú S1 or D3 degree

Ú Relevant working experience 1 year, preferably in international context.

Ú Maybe experience in PMI/Red Cross

Ú Good command of English language (written and spoken)

Ú Good command of computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, www)

Ú High team spirit, flexibility and commitment – especially in times of disaster and emergency situations that will make our work stressful

Ú Readiness to travel

Ú Autonomy in getting organized and steadiness in accomplishing your tasks

Ú Loyalty and reliability

Ú Commitment to solving problems

What we offer

Ú Adequate salary, open to development

Ú Working contract with social security and health insurance benefits

Ú Regular job-appraisals and opportunities for personal career development

Ú 2-week-handover period with predecessor in December

Ú Interesting working environment in one of the most complex humanitarian
Movements

We encourage applications from women and underrepresented minorities.

Please send your application documents (letter of interest, latest
curriculum vitae, copies of reference documents and diploma) by email or
regular mail. Letter and CV should be in English language. Please quote
"YOG/07/Admin" as well as your name for reference in the header of your
email or letter. The deadline of submissions is December 07, 2007. Please
understand that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Marc-André Souvignier
Disaster Management Delegate

c/o Palang Merah Indonesia Daerah DIY
Jl. Brigjend Katamso
Yogyakarta 55152

disaster02@grc- indo.org

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SRC Meu - Vacancy : Logistic Officer

Job Title : Logistic Officer
Report To : Administration & Logistic Delegate / Head of Sub-delegation
Location : Meulaboh, Aceh Barat
Length : 1 year (2 months as Initial Contract Included)

BACKGROUND
Spanish Red Cross Indonesian Delegation was established after the Tsunami in December 2005 in order to assist Indonesian Red Cross for the reconstruction of Aceh Barat. SRC works under the coordination of International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent (IFRC), to supporting Indonesian Red Cross.


Description of the Post

The objective of this post is responsible for supervision of purchase, procurement, maintenance of inventory, handling supplies, works and services.

General Responsibilities

- Responsible for maintaining appropriate filing system of all logistic issues.
- Coordinate with owners of rental properties and other agencies (office, guesthouse for delegates, etc)
- Responsible for vehicle management and control, including fuel, part consumption and service scheduling and keep the record
- Ensure efficient procedures for delivery of goods and supplies.
- Coordination with IFRC to set up communication network and ensure it is working efficiently, including Code and radios.
- Ensure all staff has security training and are following security procedures and policies.
- Coordination of vehicle movements.
- Attend the Logistic Coordination Meeting, and report to Administration & logistic Delegate / Head of Sub-delegation.
- Verify purchase requests and purchase orders before forwarding for further action.
- Undertake duties assigned by the Delegates.

Qualifications:

- University Degree and/or two years in logistics and procurement experience in humanitarian aid programs.
- Proven office organizational skills necessary
- Excellent in English (spoken and written)
-Able to work with all levels within the organizations
-Able to use initiative and make appropriate decisions
-Highly responsible, reliable, honest and punctual
-Good interpersonal, organizational and communication skills

To submit,
please contact src_meulaboh@yahoo.com , and cc
to: farra_meutia@yahoo.com
Deadline: 23 November 2007

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*UN FAO Yogyakarta Job Vacancy*

FAO-Indonesia supports the earthquake affected family in Yogyakarta and
Central Java Province through the livelihood project of the
agriculture- based home industry.

FAO is seeking four young *National Program Officers for FOOD PROCESSING,
PROCUREMENT ON FOOD PROCESSING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTS, MARKETING AND BUSINESS
DEVELOPMENT and TRAINING* as contract staff.


* The candidate should have qualifications as follow:*

- Have University Degree with relevant discipline related to the
respective position, with minimum four years experience
- Good command in English
- Computer literate
- Familiarity with UN work, procedures in rehabilitation assistance
and working with grass root communication and related government
institutions is an asset
- Experience in dealing with community development program; and in
working with local government and non government organizations would be
essential skills.
- Good ability work as a team

*Application: *
Interested candidates should submit an electronic application letter
together with a comprehensive CV, a recent photograph, copies and references
to

*Administrative Officer of UN-FAO Yogyakarta base Office in
silviaadhi@gmail. com*

Closing date is 2 weeks after this advertisement date

Contract Duration: 5 months from January/February 2008
Duty Station: Yogyakarta with travel to other project sub-districts
Salary is depend on the experiences and negotiable

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OXfam GB Looking for Consultant -- ASAP

Oxfam GB is an international non-governmental organization working in
over 70 countries to address poverty and suffering through the
support to development, humanitarian and advocacy programmes.

At the moment Oxfam GB Indonesia is starting its programme in Papua
and we are looking for:

Disaster Risk Reduction Consultant (code DRR)
Food Security and Livelihood Consultant (code FSL)

o do joint disaster risk assessment in Papua in two areas targeting
Jayawijaya and Nabire. Papua is the richest region in Indonesia which
experience to types of both natural and man-made disaster. Drought,
earthquake, flood, diseases outbreak and tribal warfare, etc are
frequently occurred in this region. The situation of local context
such as infrastructures and basic social service on health, water and
sanitation and livelihood are deteriorating the condition of peoples'
life in Papua. Oxfam DRR programme would like to conduct disaster
risk reduction assessment in Papua, which is involved public health,
food security and livelihood, disaster management, and anthropology
knowledge in adherence to Hyogo Framework to have better
understanding the ground situation lead to DRR programming in Papua.

The Disaster Risk assessment aims to:
§ Areas mapping on disaster prone areas in the perspective of
public health, food security and livelihood and disaster risk lead to
areas of working
§ Develop integrated tools on public health, food-security
livelihood and anthropology on disaster risk reduction framework
against the components of disaster resilient-community
§ Obtain better understanding on hazards, vulnerability and
capacity on disaster risk in the perspective of public health and
food-security and livelihood condition both in Nabire and Jayawijaya
§ Produce disaster risk assessment report as part of the DRR
joint assessment
§ Produce disaster risk reduction development planning for DRR
programming 2008

The Food security and livelihood assessment aims to:
§ Areas mapping on disaster prone areas in the perspective of
public health, food security and livelihood and disaster risk lead to
areas of working
§ Develop integrated tools on public health, food-security
livelihood and anthropology on disaster risk reduction framework
against the components of disaster-resilient community
§ Obtain better understanding on food security and vulnerable
livelihood in two areas targeted in Nabire and Jayawijaya
§ Produce description report on food security and livelihood
as part of the DRR joint assessment
§ Potential recommendation on food security and livelihood
programming for DRR programming in 2008

Consultants will consolidate the data, analysis and develop an
integrated reporting as resulted in Nabire and Jayawijaya.

Please only submit your application and CV, quoting the code of the
post on the subject of your email, to lveronika@oxfam. org.uk or
lenyveronika@ yahoo.co. id or contact directly: 0815 391 2499 no later
than 26 November 2007.

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Legal Expert

SENADA, a USAID financed Indonesian Competitiveness Project is looking for
a qualified and motivated individual to join our team as the Legal Expert
(Code: LE) based in Jakarta. SENADA is a four year, USAID financed project
whose goal is to increase Indonesia´s economic growth and employment by
improving the competitiveness of selected light manufacturing industry.

As a Legal Expert, your primary responsibilities will be to:
Conduct analyses of laws and regulations affecting Indonesia´s business
climate in areas including but not limited to labor, competition, customs,
tax, finance, decentralization and technology.

In collaboration with SENADA managers and other stakeholders, develop and
prioritize recommendations to improve the regulatory environment for
business.
Develop and draft legislation and regulation reforms in the above areas
with the objective of facilitating market development and, more generally,
of improving the business enabling environment; to achieve this, the Legal
Expert will identify additional legal and economic expertise required.
Develop and implement legal and regulatory advocacy initiatives with
stakeholders, other donors and government institutions.
Develop, together with SENADA Communications Manager and stakeholders,
initiatives to raise awareness about legal and regulatory policy
constraints.
Provide legal research and advisory services to SENADA management and to
SENADA counterparts.
Strengthen counterpart organizations´ capacity through training and other
initiatives.

To qualify, candidates should have the following qualifications:
Law degree required (essential); economics or business degree desirable.
Minimum 3 years professional experience for those with Masters Degree, or
5 years for Bachelors Degree.
Working knowledge of Indonesian commercial law as well as other
legislation relevant to the business enabling environment (essential).
Experienced in carrying out research and analysis of Indonesian economic
laws and regulations (essential)
Proven experience in presenting and advocating legislative and regulatory
reform to business and government leaders (desirable).
Strong understanding of economics and finance (desirable)

If you meet the criteria above, please send your CV and three professional
references via email to SENADA@dai.com (include the position code in the
subject of the email) or fax to 021-579-32578 by November 25, 2007.

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JAKARTA OFFICE – COMMUNICATIONS and OUTREACH MEDIA SPECIALIST

RTI International, a leading international consulting firm, is seeking Communications and Outreach Media Specialist for the USAID-funded Local Governance Support Program (LGSP). The program provides customized capacity-building support for local governance stakeholders, including civil society organizations. Experience with local government consulting and working on USAID or other donor funded project preferred. The following opening is available:



· Communications and Outreach Media Specialist – to manage the project communications and media functions with offices in Jakarta and several provinces of Indonesia. Produce press-release materials, news letters. Based in Jakarta and reporting to the Communications Advisor, the position is fully responsible to the Communications team. A complete scope of work and required qualifications can be obtained by emailing recruitment@ lgsp.or.id.

Scopes of Work and qualification requirements for these positions are available at our website: www.lgsp.or. id. Previous USAID or other International project experience is preferred. A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate. Applications will be treated confidentially and selection will be competitive. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Please send detailed CV and contact information before November 14, 2007 of publication of this announcement to:

e-mail: recruitment@lgsp.or.id

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GIS/Cartography Officer (Code : GCO - PUA)

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 to be based in Sarmi Town, Sarmi District,
Papua :

GIS/Cartography Officer (Code : GCO - PUA)

Scope of Work:


The GIS/Cartography Officer (GCO) is responsible for designing a training
program/-workshop for introduction to participatory sketch mapping. (S)he
also plays an important role following the workshops to assist the community
to record/plot important landmarks and sites of cultural/historical value
land-use as well as proposed boundaries of the area claimed by the community
on their sketch maps and transfers these onto existing digital maps. These
digital maps should then be compared with each other and with existing
land-use maps at, for example, the Provincial and Regency Forestry Offices,
to provide feedback to the Community Mobilization Officers to assist with
negotiations between stakeholders. (S)he seeks the involvement of and
collaborates with government cartographers.

Responsibilities:

* Serve as the project's primary designer of community mapping
workshops.

* Assist the project to procure appropriate base maps and a GIS
program, as well as materials for community map-making kits.

* Assist the Community Mobilizing Officers (CMO) with disseminating
the activities that are part of the mapping workshops at village level.

* Assist the CMO to help communities in producing sketch maps of the
areas around their villages indicating boundaries, land use as well as
important landmarks and man-made sites of cultural/historical value.

* Ensure that by using GPS readings, boundaries, landmarks etc can
be transferred to existing digital maps.

* Design a database that contains all important mapping details and
coordinates using consistent terminology throughout the project.

* Design a geographic information system that can contain the data
collected by the project, allow for analysis of the data and presenting
these in a visual and/or geographically referenced way.

* Design and arrange for printing of working maps throughout the
project, as well as final map printing.

* Liaise with the Regency and Provincial Forestry and BAPPEDA
Offices for mapping and land use data.

Job Requirements/ Experience Required:

* University degree in a related field (e.g. forestry, geography)
and 2 years of directly related work experience.

* Minimum 2 years experience in mapping land-use or forest cover,
developing GIS for land use or forest cover data.

* Experience with producing hand-drawing sketch maps and digitizing
maps.

* Experience with participatory mapping methodology in Indonesia and
community development.

* Experience organizing and facilitating workshops and
community-based activities.

* Knowledge of issues related to land and resource rights and legal
frameworks, natural resource management, poverty and development, and
indigenous communities preferred.

* Strong cross-cultural/ cultural competence skills necessary,
including strong communication skills.

* Documentation and report writing skills.

* Work experience with indigenous communities, familiarity with the
project area (Sarmi) and/or knowledge of the local language spoken in the
project area would be an additional advantage

* Willingness to live and work in a remote location and spend
significant time, including overnight visits, in the field.

* Ability to work independently for periods of time, as well as
collaboratively with a team.

Application should include a detailed CV and cover letter to be submitted by
e-mail to recruitment@ cardi.or. id at the latest Monday, 19 November 2007.
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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Database Assistant - 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 Livelihood, Environmental Health and Disaster Preparedness Management 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.

Database Assistant (Ref Code: DBA - Nias)


Based in Lahewa, Nias

Main Responsibilites

· Enters data into CRC Database, Data Source coming from departments can be in the form of pieces of paper or computer files (MS. Word and MS. Excel format)

· Does filing system for both data source form (sorting, numbering and managing the data source into a different type, area and date)

· Reports bugs from the CRC Database to Database Officer

· Files Data Entry Report (daily progress) to Database Officer

· Prints requested reports (using database program) when needed by some departments

· Prints weekly progress report (using database program) from CRC Database and distributes to some certain departments

· Under Database Officer, updates and integrates Database into CRC-DB Server so it is ready to be sent to requesting departments regularly

Minimum required knowledge & experience:

· Diploma Degree in related studies or experience;

· At least 1 year of experience in an administrative function;

· Basic computer skills: knowledge of office and database applications

· Understands and able to read Visual Basic and SQL scripting is an advantage;

· Sufficient communication skills in Bahasa Indonesia and English;

Please Notice: Applications should be sent to recruitment. id@redcross. ca, write "DBA - Nias" as the subject of the e-mail and indicate the Job title on the covering letter and the attachments should not

exceed 200 Kb. Only candidate meeting the Essential Qualifications will be considered, preferences will be given to those currently residing in Nias or has experience working in the area. Applications must

be received by Friday, November 9, 2007. Canadian Red Cross gives an equal-opportunity employment regardless of race, gender, religion, or political affiliations.

Personal and confidential: This email is intended for the individual to whom it was addressed. If you have received it in error, please advise the sender and delete this message and attachments, if any, from your system. Please note that the use, dissemination, forwarding, printing, or copying of this email is prohibited. Thank you.

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Canadian Red Cross Vavancy - Community Engagement Engineer

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 Livelihood, Environmental Health and Disaster Preparedness Management 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.

Community Recovery Engineers - Ref. Code: CRE
Based in Banda Aceh & Aceh Jaya

Scope of Work

The Community Recovery Engineer reports to the Field Area Manager or Livelihoods Program Manager to support the community grants program by providing technical review and quality control for community managed projects related to small-scale construction and infrastructure

Key Responsibility

· Assist communities with preparing project plans, designs, materials estimations and budgets. Assist in setting up and maintaining work files and detailed records, including Activity Summaries, site plans, location maps, project budgets and schedules.

· Work with CRC community recovery officers and target communities to determine the feasibility of infrastructure and construction projects.

· Monitor and evaluate appropriate implementation and quality of technical projects against program objectives, construction standards and community grant agreements.

· Assist community committees in liaising with government to obtain access to resources, appropriate permits and registration for building and other construction related projects.

· Ensure all implementation plans employ a programming approach that integrates the needs of other sectors of work;

· Review technical designs, materials estimates and budgets for infrastructure and public buildings;

· Monitor materials, equipment and supplies for technical work;

· Ensure that local permits and licenses have been obtained.

· Document and communicate project planning, progress and results

· Share skills with colleagues, partner organizations and other IRC teams

· Participates in/Animates training workshops

· Reviews community grants purchase requests as needed and insures adherence to procurement procedures and ensures that community grants infrastructure project materials, tools, equipment and vehicles are efficiently used

· Provides information to CRC Administration, Logistics, and Finance Departments as requested to ensure smooth operations and tracking/identifyin g infrastructure assets

· Ensure positive interaction and good relations with partner organizations

· Uphold mission, values and spirit of CRC; follow and enforce all CRC codes of conduct and policies (worldwide and in-country); report any violations to appropriate IRC authority, and participate in preventative initiatives

· Provides accurate project progress information to Field Area Manager/Livelihoods Manager

Qualifications

· University degree in civil/environmental engineering or related field.

· Minimum of 4 years professional work experience.

· Experience working in field, supervising work teams and managing staff

· Understanding of local construction standards, government permits and licensing.

· Computer literate (Microsoft Word, Excel and e-mail) is a must; CAD and database experience are assets

· Fluency in English, spoken and written preferred, basic level required

· Fluency in Acehnese language is an asset

· Ability to work under pressure in a potentially unstable security environment

· Self motivated, honest, highly responsible, and punctual

· Ability to work as part of a team as well as to work autonomously when required

· To be able to use initiative and make appropriate decisions

Please Notice: Applications should be sent to recruitment. id@redcross. ca quoting the Ref code 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 candidate meeting the Essential Qualifications will be considered. Applications must be received by Friday, November 16, 2007. Canadian Red Cross gives an equal-opportunity employment regardless of race, gender, religion, or political affiliations.

Personal and confidential: This email is intended for the individual to whom it was addressed. If you have received it in error, please advise the sender and delete this message and attachments, if any, from your system. Please note that the use, dissemination, forwarding, printing, or copying of this email is prohibited. Thank you.

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SVN/ID1/2007/112-Human Resources Assistant I

OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES
IOM is looking for Human Resources Assistant I according to the terms of reference below. Interested applicants are invited to apply by submitting their application to hrbandaaceh@ iom.int no later than 12th November 2007 indicating the reference code below and job title apply for. All candidates are kindly requested to specify their availability date in the application form. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Reference Code : SVN/IDI/2007/ 112
Job Title : Human Resources Assistant I
Duty Station : Banda Aceh, Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam, Indonesia
Classification : Employee, Grade 4
Type of Contract : Special All Inclusive 4 months (temporary)
Estimate Starting Date : Soon as possible


General Functions:

The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the Resources Management Officer in Banda Aceh and the functional supervision of the Human Resources Officer in Jakarta. He/she will assist in the human resources administration in Banda Aceh. In particular, he/she will:

1. Responsible in the preparation of all personnel documents relating to the employment, promotion and separation of staff members. This includes timely issuance of contracts and extensions, personnel actions, issuance of ID cards, certificate of employment, separation clearances, MSP and CP reports, MSP claims, arranging of medical exam schedules, arrange and participate in interviews, arrange security trainings for staff, carry out reference checks, etc.
2. Draft the advertisement for Vacancy with coordination with HR Jakarta
3. Sort and submit application received in response to vacancy announcements to the concerned unit;
4. Establish and maintain personnel files of all staff members in Banda Aceh office.
5. Responsible for the payroll preparation and ensure that the UNJSPF calculations are correct.
6. Liaise with Project Managers and RMO on the salary projectization and ensure that it’s updated on a regular basis.
7. Keep track of staff attendance and registers absence, leave and overtime of all staff.
8. Provide orientation/ induction to new staff members; train staff members in the field offices on human resources.
9. Keeps record of activities serviced by the Human Resources unit and takes follow up action.
10. Coordinate with HR Jakarta and Manila for separation clearance for SFT or OYFT contract.
11. Classify materials for filing and coordinate with the colleagues in the unit for proper filing;
12. Supervise the work of the janitors.
13. Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Desirable qualifications:

Diploma in Business Administration, Human Resources, or alternatively, a combination of relevant experience in these fields. Previous experience in an administration unit at an international organization is an advantage.

Minimum three years experience of varied and in-depth practical experience in human resources and administration management, preferably in the UN system or international environment.

A combined knowledge in office and human resources administration. Proficient in computer applications. Ability to work under pressure and manage a heavy workload. Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team of varied cultures and professional background. Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results, organized.

Proficient in the English language.

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IT Asisstan in Save The Children

JOB VACANCY

Save the Children UK is a leading International NGO working to create a better world for children. Our programme focuses on providing emergency relief, education, child protection, the impact of conflict on children and child rights work. Currently Save the Children UK-Indonesia is
seeking highly motivated, dedicated and experienced staff for the following position to be based in Jakarta :

IT Assistant

(Code : ITA - JKT, 1 post in Jakarta)

The post holder reports to IT Support Officer and is responsible to provide IT support.

MAIN DUTIES:

* To support user in trouble shooting IT problems.
* To help field office in identifying local IT support.
* To advice IT users in using the best of IT resources.
* Conduct daily, weekly and monthly IT system maintenance.

REQUIREMENTS:

* Bachelor's degree in Information Technology.
* At least 2 years experience in IT support, maintenance and trouble shooting in a network environment, standalone computers as well as system administrator.
* Good knowledge in configuration of operating system (MS Windows 2000, XP) and server configuration (Windows 2000 Server, Server 2003).
* Experienced in identifying basic problems in hardware such as multi function printer, laptop, and PC.
* Experience of working with IT equipments : WI-FI access point, switch, router modem and PABX.
* Good English command.
* Good communication skill.

Please send application letter stating code of position applied for, and detailed CV to the address listed below, at the latest by 7 November 2007. Only candidates with relevant background and experience will be short listed. Due to urgent need, candidates may be interviewed and
position may be filled before the closing date

Human Resources Department
e-mail : hrd@savethechildren .or.id

All recruitment practices and procedures reflect SC UK's commitment to protecting children from abuse.

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Regional Planning and Finance Advisor - Field Based - Indonesia

Cowater International Inc. is a well-established international
development and management consulting firm based in Ottawa with
experience in 55 countries worldwide. We are currently seeking a
long-term field-based Regional Planning and Finance Advisor for a
CIDA-funded project proposal in Indonesia.

The project will strengthen and link planning and budgeting processes in
a participatory, pro-poor, gender equal and environmentally sustainable
manner leading to improved social service provision in selected
districts/cities in Sulawesi.

Key Responsibilities include:

* Advise and support district/city, provincial and national
government Project partners, and related stakeholders, in planning,
budgeting and other public financial management processes, including
introducing appropriate new practices and programs; and,

* Enlist Indonesian civil society organizations in capacity
development efforts to strengthen public financial management processes
that underpin service provision improvements

Qualifications:

* Appropriate academic qualifications/ professional development
experience in a field related to regional/local planning and finance
(e.g., economics, finance, public administration) ;

* A minimum of eight years work experience, in a capacity
similar to the proposed position, in planning, financing, budgeting
and/or other public financial management processes at the regional/local
level;

* Capacity development experience with regional/local
governments (executive, administrative and/or legislative levels) and
related stakeholders;

* Experience with managing responsive funds; experience with
performance- based grants and budget support; experience in managing
complex workloads.

Please send your CV and cover letter to jobs@cowater. com as soon as
possible, with the subject title of Regional Planning and Finance
Advisor.

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Job Vacancy in Ternate : Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

JOB VACANCY

Save the Children (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 IN
NORTH MALUKU ( TERNATE ) :

MONITORING & EVALUATION OFFICER (CODE: MEO - NM, 1 POST)

Reports to the Programme Manager. The post holder is responsible for
assisting in developing a monitoring and evaluation framework,
coordinating and conducting monitoring and evaluation activities, and
providing advice on programme activities as a result of monitoring and
evaluation reviews.

MAIN DUTIES

* Assist in the design, development and implementation
of monitoring and evaluation policies, concepts and methodologies that
incorporate SC UK's Global Impact Monitoring (GIM) dimensions and donors
requirements, to answer the main evaluation questions related to the
programme

* Assist in designing the project's monitoring and
evaluation framework in coordination with the Programme Manager/ Deputy
Programme Manager / Education Advisors

* Coordinate implementation of the monitoring and
evaluation framework to effectively meet the objectives and targets of
the project, on time

* Continue to develop innovative and appropriate
monitoring and evaluation techniques to assist in achieving the
programme's goals and recommend appropriate courses of action

* Develop, implement and maintain an effective
database and reporting formats for detailing results of monitoring and
evaluation activities

* Carry out specific monitoring and evaluation
activities as agreed, including visiting field sites, conducting
FGDs/interviews/ research, writing articles and case studies about the
project

* Process and analyse collected data and other
information and translate them into easy to read material for reports,
studies, articles and presentations

* Ensure that all programme staff contribute to and
assist in implementing the monitoring and evaluation activities

* Link with other projects as agreed with line
manager, share and disseminate information to partners and others, and
attend M&E meetings as appropriate

* Develop and deliver workshops and other activities
that will build the capacity of programme staff and staff from partner
organizations (including government) in relation to monitoring and
evaluation

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

* University Degree (S1) in relevant field, Master's
preferable, or equivalent experience

* Experience of working in the field of education, preferably
primary education

* Well developed communication and report-writing skills (
Bahasa Indonesia and English), strong analytical and conceptual skills,
proven ability to work independently with limited supervision and
support

Please send application stating relevant experience and code of position
applied for with CV to the postal or email address below latest by 16
November 2007. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. Due to
urgent need, applications will be reviewed on a daily basis and
candidates may be interviewed and position filled before the closing
date.

e-mail : hrd@savethechildren .or.id

All recruitment practices and procedures reflect SCUK's commitment to
protecting children from abuse.

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Vacancy at OXFAM GB

IMMEDIATELY REQUIRED
Oxfam GB is an international NGO working in over 70 countries to address poverty and suffering through supporting development, humanitarian and advocacy interventions. In Indonesia, we currently work to improve the livelihoods of the poor, build participation in governance and save lives by delivering humanitarian assistance. All of our work promotes gender equality.

Oxfam GB in Indonesia is seeking experienced and highly motivated individuals to fill the following national positions in The Indonesia Country Office (Jakarta).

Office Manager Post is offered on an open-ended contract based in Jakarta
You will be responsible to manage administration team in country level in order to provide administrative tasks, secretarial and logistics support within the Oxfam GB office in Jakarta, enabling those supported to be more effective.

You should have at least 3 years working experience in administration and office management, highly computer literate – email/internet/ word processing/spreadsh eet skills essential, proven written and verbal communication skills both in English and Bahasa, and a strong organization skill. You will need to have capacity to manage and work in a team under pressure and the ability to prioritize a large complex workload and to work to tight deadlines.


Administration Assistant Post is offered on an open-ended contract based in Jakarta
You will be responsible to support office daily management such as : answer the telephone and ensure it is covered at all times, arrange individual travel arrangements for Oxfam staff and visitors, handling procurement of office supplies for the Jakarta office, support organizing meetings; workshops; and training events within the Jakarta office, and working with the Office Manager the float for day-to-day office expenses.

You should have proven experience of administration with a minimum of 1 year experience as receptionist, secretary or assistant administrator - preferably with an NGO, good verbal and written communication skills both in English and Bahasa, and highly computer literate. You will need to have an ability to manage own time and some conflicting priorities without upward referral.


Please submit your CV and covering letter to Oxfam GB.

email : Jakarta@oxfam. org.uk

Closing date for applications : 09 November 2007
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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