Training Assistant

Chemonics International, a global international development consulting firm (www.chemonics.com), seeks qualified Indonesian specialists for a USAID higher education program in Indonesia. The USAID Higher Education Leadership and Management project (HELM) is a 5 year program that aims to improve the academic performance of Indonesian higher education sectors through analytical support for strategic planning and policy analysis and design of approaches for effective implementation of key reforms across the education system. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world who can fill the following long term positions: 1. *University and **Business Collaboration Specialist * - Responsible for developing and managing relationships between Indonesian universities and with regional and international universities or academic bodies. Experience managing partnerships with private sector entities required. - Past experience with partnerships involving education institutions required. Responsible for providing general support, coordination, and on-the-ground trouble-shooting for these institutional partnerships. - Proven experience developing and fostering public-private partnerships *required.* * * * * 1. *University Outreach Specialist * - Responsible for developing dissemination linkages between HELM partner Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and HELM technical teams. - Enhance outreach between partners and from partners to other members of the higher education community by leading HEI knowledge sharing events. - Ensure dissemination of project documents, activities and learning by producing project success stories, highlights, and reports on HELM HEI linkages and activities. * * * * *Qualifications for the technical positions listed (1+2) above are:* * * (1) B.A./B.S. in higher education, education, or relevant field required; Master’s degree preferred (2) Minimum 6 years’ relevant experience (3) Experience working with international donors or organizations required (4) Familiarity with Indonesian higher education systems preferred (5) Interest in working with a multi-cultural, international team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment (6) Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia * * 1. *Training Assistant* - Responsible for assisting annual training events to enable HEIs opportunities to share knowledge.** - Assist training participants, including visa processing, orientation, tracking, reporting, and follow-on activities. - Assist in training event content and logistics, including hiring trainers, selecting venues, and producing training materials. - Provide assistance in management and maintenance of all individual participant training files. *Qualifications for the Training Assistant position listed above are:* * * (1) B.A./B.S. in higher education, education, or relevant field required (2) 3-5 years’ relevant experience (3) Experience working with Ministries, international donors or organizations required (4) Experience in planning and implementing large scale events (5) Familiarity with Indonesian higher education systems preferred (5) Interest in working with a multi-cultural, international team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment (6) Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia Application submission instructions for all positions: Interested applicants for all positions above are requested to send a cover letter and resume (references will not be contacted prior to the interview) to indonesiahelm@gmail.comby *July 2, 2012*. Please list the position title in the subject line of the email submission. No telephone inquiries please. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Only qualified and final candidates will be contacted. These positions are subject to USAID approval and salary scales. Chemonics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, and genetic information.