Rabu, 31 Oktober 2012

MorisRasik

Title:  Senior Agricultural Trainer

Location: Ermera, Timor Leste

Dates:  soon (1 year with potential for one year extension)

Employer: The position is being offered by World Education, Inc., a US-based International Non-Governmental Organization that supports social development in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.


Project Summary

In Timor Leste World Education is partnering with MorisRasik, the largest microfinance institution in the country.  Currently MorisRasik provides small business loans to 13,000 women nationwide.  Recently, MorisRasik has decided to expand their work from just financial products into non-financial services, including financial literacy and small business training as well as agricultural support training.  World Education, in partnership with NZAID, assists MorisRasik by training and managing their
new trainers so that they are able to provide high quality financial literacy, small business, and agricultural support trainings.  

The role of the Senior Agriculture Trainer would be to train and manage a team of agriculture trainers to provide agricultural support to coffee and vegetable farmers using the Farmer Field School (FFS) method.  Farming innovations explored through this method could include introducing new seeds, fertilizers, integrated pest management, irrigation approaches, planting techniques, and other techniques and technologies as appropriate.

Position Summary:

The Senior Agricultural Trainer will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the MR Agricultural Training Team, including the following:

-  Primary responsibility for implementation of all agriculture related activities of the project, including needs assessment, data collection, training, monitoring, and reporting

-  Management and supervision of a team of 5 agricultural trainers

-  On-going skills improvement and mentorship of junior trainers

-  Coordination of activities with local MorisRasik branch offices

-  Maintaining regular communication with Program Coordinator in Timor Leste and World Education advisors in Jakarta

-  Ensuring that implementation meets targets on time with high quality.

-  Representing the program to other stakeholders, including other NGOs, agricultural extension workers, and the Timorese Government.

Duties and Responsibilities:

-  Provide Training of Trainers in the Farmer Field School (FFS) methodology to MR agriculture trainers and interested government extension workers

-  Develop FFS curriculum for vegetable and coffee with support of WE advisors, and adjust the curriculum as determined by feedback from participants and trainers

-  Manage a team of 5 MR agriculture trainers as they provide FFS to communities on crops such as coffee and vegetables

-  Make regular site visits to monitor training quality and provide feedback to trainers

-  Provide FFS programs for communities as needed

-  Liaise with the Project Coordinator and Financial Literacy Specialist to ensure these aspects of the overall project are coordinated

-  Work with team to collect any data needed on the agricultural components of the project

-  Provide regular reports to the Program Coordinator on the quality and outputs of agricultural training

-  Coordinate agricultural activities with and regularly inform Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries in Ermera district

-  Liaise with other agriculture stakeholders at district and national level

-  Represent the program to donors, authorities, local partners, and other stakeholders.

-  Foster relationships with local authorities and other stakeholders to ensure program buy-in.

Qualifications and Requirements:

-  Educational degree in agriculture or related field

-  Training and training management experience, particularly with adult education in the agricultural sector

-  Self motivated, independent, and willing to live and work in rural areas

-  Fluency in Bahasa Indonesia or Tetun

-  Ability to communicate well in written and spoken English is required

-  Must possess a motorcycle license and be willing to ride a motor cycle to field sites in remote locations

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants, please send an English language CV and Cover letter to Dr. Robert Lindsley, World Education Country Director at we-admin.hrd@indo.net.id, by the latest November 4th, 2012.

Documents should be sent in either .doc or .pdf formats and titled with the applicant’s Surname, First Name, and either CV or Cover Letter separated by an underscore (Ex1:  Lindsley_Robert_CV;  Ex2: Lindsley_Robert_CoverLetter).

ACF International

Founded in 1979, ACF International (Action Against Hunger) is an international humanitarian organization that delivers programs in over 40 countries. 
Recognized worldwide as a leader in the fight against hunger, our mission is to save lives through the prevention, detection, and treatment of malnutrition, especially during and after emergency situations and conflicts.

Currently, ACF Indonesia Mission is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of BASE ADMINISTRATOR, to be based in KUPANG/NTT.

Initial Contract duration : 6 months (with possibility of extension)

Starting date : 19 November 2012

Responsibilities :

*  Ensure the management of the base’s administration department which include finance, human resources and
secretarial task.

*  Responsible for accounting and respect with ACF finance and purchasing procedures ( manage and arrange accounting and administrative document sorting, daily cash       flow and bank transaction to ensure daily fund availability)

*  Follow up the base’s human resources administratively management ( to prepare the job contracts / Job description, to follow up expired date  of the contract ACF staff on the base, to prepare salary slip and organize the payment)

* Carry out the monthly cash forecast

* To arrange for secretarial and translation task ( to make photocopies, translate document, to  book and issue the flight ticket, hotel reservation for the staff )

* Ensure the management of Expatriates on the base ( follow up the deadline of validity of visa and passport for
expatriates in the base )

* Classify all accounting, legal and human resources document ( Accounting document, staff files, rental contract,
Donor contract and ACF partnership document locally /MOU)

* Working as a counterpart and mentor for ACF local partner.

 
Required Qualification / Skills 
-    Accounting or Administration background with experience in Human Resources Management at least
2 years
-    Good Knowledge of accountancy 
-    Good knowledge of English
-    Computer Skills  (Excel)
-    Sense of confidentiality, organized
-    Accurate, honest, rigorous, flexible.
 
Interest applicants to submit their letter of interest and update CV with  references  to Action Contre la Faim :
Email : acfrecruitment@yahoo.fr 

Closing date for applications : 2 November 2012

Only short- listed candidates will be contacted.

Build Change

Build Change (www.buildchange.org) is an award winning international non-profit social enterprise that designs earth-quake resistant houses and trains builders, homeowners, and engineers to build them. Build Change has
been working in West Sumatra, Indonesia since January 2008, assisting homeowners to rebuild safe houses after 2007 and 2009 earthquakes. Build Change has the following positions open in West Sumatra.

Technical Supervisors

Program and Management Responsibilities

- Oversee construction of earthquake-resistant, culturally appropriate houses
- Supervise and Mentor Technical Apprentices
- Work directly with homeowners providing hands on technical assistance, training, and design inputs.
- Work with teachers and school group in developing changes to construction practice
- Willing to travel to Bengkulu, Bandung and other Build Change work area

Qualifications

- S1/D3 degree in civil engineering or related field
- At least 3 years experience managing and supervising construction of masonry, reinforced concrete and timber buildings
- Knowledge of principles of earthquake resistant construction
- Demonstrated experience managing construction staff, builders, and contractors and ability resolve problems with contractors
- Strong understanding of humanitarian principles and development ethics
- Familiarity with use of AutoCAD drafting software
- Familiarity with Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Good in written and spoken English or desire to learn
- Women candidates are encouraged to apply

Please send your CV and latest photo with position applied on the email subject to: hrindonesia@buildchange.org

soon as possible but no later than 7 November 2012. This vacancy will be open until the position is filled. (Only short-listed candidates will be notified)

We look forward to hearing from those who are interested in taking this opportunity to grow and develop with us.

FHI 360

FHI 360 currently seek Program Officer to be based in North Sulawesi for the PREVENT Project.
 
PREVENT goal is preventing the emergence and spread of zoonotic diseases with focus areas on human exposure to animals, wildlife market system and activities that affect human-wildlife exposure.

Program Officer
Under the direction of Technical Director, is responsible for supervising the day-to-day project activities e.g. formative and evaluative research, market studies, value chain analysis, stakeholder analysis and strategy and implementation plan development for social and behavior change communication interventions. 

* Serve as liaison with the local and national government institutions/ministries, USAID and other project partners. 
* Provide technical inputs in the design of research and development of intervention strategies in all phases. 
* Work with project staff to design and manage behavior change and advocacy activities. 
* Respond to deliverables and goals of the Prevent Project in timely manner. 

Minimum Requirements:
* Bachelor or Master with more than 5 years’ experience in area of social science research. 
* Familiarity with and experience in managing USAID-funded projects is a plus. 
* Ability to work in a multi-cultural context with national and international partners of varying skills and levels; as well as able to work under tight deadlines. 
* Fluency oral and written communications skills both English and Bahasa Indonesia. 
* Excellent writing, presentation and documentation skills. 
 
Please email and curriculum vitae to FHI 360before 2 November 2012.
Email: hr@fhi.or.idor Fax: 021- 3984 2872 

Only short listed candidates will be notified.
 

World Food Programme

World Food Programme, Indonesia invites applications from the eligible candidates for the following position: 

Position: Consultant (Communications Specialist) 
Contract Type: Special Service Agreement 
Duration: 10 weeks 
Duty Station: Jakarta 

Accountabilities: 
Under the direct supervision of Donor and Private Sector Relations Officer, the consultant shall work in close collaboration with WFP management, pillar focal points and PI Assistant to carry out the 
following duties: 

Raise awareness among the general public in Indonesia on food and nutrition security; 
Create positive change to support WFP work on food and nutrition security; 
Raise awareness on the importance of the first 1000 days and child stunting prevention; 
Support the ongoing government efforts in Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN); 
Advocate the importance of food fortification; 
Collaborate with national key stakeholders on fortification efforts; 
Finalize a communication strategy and action plan to raise awareness on food and nutrition security which include a systematic list of communication channels and media to be used, tailor at different levels (national, provincial, district, community); key messages to be prioritized; key stakeholders and partnership to be sought; timeliness and 
initiatives by priority order; 
Conceptualize and execute 1 major advocacy campaign reaching at least 1,000 stakeholders on local foods, food diversification through healthy eating campaign. 

Qualifications and Experiences: 
Education: University degree in one or more of the following disciplines: journalism (preferably foreign correspondence and international media, international relations, communications or other related fields. 
Experience: Proven track record in communications/public information (PI)/advocacy work, and in executing a media campaign in Indonesia and Asia, including field experience. At least five years of postgraduate 
progressively responsible professional experience as a journalist, public information office or professional writer as well as experience in developing information strategies and programmes within the country context. 

Knowledge: Basic knowledge of food/nutrition security and development work. General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures would be advantageous. 

Language: Fluency in both oral and written English and Bahasa Indonesia. 

Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, analytical skills are essential. 

Only candidates meeting the above requirements are requested to apply. 
Female candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Applications should be addressed by e-mail to: Jakarta.Vacancy@wfp.org

All applications should include an updated CV (in English), a photograph and three references and should be received no later than 4 November 2012. 

“Only short-listed candidates will be contacted” 

Wahana Visi Indonesia

Wahana Visi Indonesia is a Christian humanitarian organization working to create lasting change in the lives of children, families and communities living in poverty. Wahana Visi Indonesia has been working for more than 15 years, employing more than 800 staff  in the programs and serving 1,400 of the poorest villages.

Wahana Visi Indonesia is a local humanitarian organization that implements most of World Vision programs in Indonesia.  World Vision is one of the world’s largest international Christian humanitarian aid organizations. It has been working in Indonesia for more than 50 years and  focusing on programming effort on health, education and economic development across transformational development, humanitarian emergency affairs and advocacy ministries.

Wahana Visi Indonesia is currently seeking the following position :

    Economic Development Specialist (Code: EDS)
   
Dept/Location : POSO 

Major Roles:
    Provide capacity building and technical support to development facilitator on livelihood/economic development field and also develop dynamic relationships with the business communities and relevant government institutions an National and Provincial levels. 

Qualifications:
- Bachelor degree in Economic, social, agricultural economic
- Min. 3 years experience in Economic Development or social development 
- Good Communication and negotiation skills
- Good interpersonal skills 

                 
Submit your application with updated CV not later than November 7 , 2012 to :
Human Resource Department World Vision Indonesia
recruitmentindonesia@wvi.org
Please mention the following format in e-mail subject:
Application for  

As a child focused organization, WV is committed to the protection of children & doesn’t employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks.

Only short listed candidates will be notified

Chemonics International Inc.

Chemonics International Inc., a leading international consulting firm, seeks to fill the following long-term, full-time position for a project funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Indonesia Changes for Justice (C4J). The primary objective of the C4J project is to improve the performance of Indonesia’s justice system, a prerequisite for good governance and sustained economic growth, through cooperation with the Supreme Court and Attorney General’s Office (AGO) of the Republic of Indonesia.

Training Specialist E-learning

Counterparts

USAID/Indonesia, primarily the Indonesian Supreme Court and lower courts, the Attorney General’s Office and lower prosecutors offices, and local counterparts.  The Training Specialist may also be asked to assist with other activities involving other counterparts.

Tasks

Overall requirements

The Training Specialist is responsible implementing training activities under Components 1, 2 and 3, in compliance with USAID regulations and the contract signed by USAID and Chemonics.  This position will focus on implementation of an e-learning program.

The Training Specialist will at all times adhere to and act according to the Chemonics Professional Code of Ethics (“Living Our Values”) and will make the principles of the Code a part of the project’s culture and standard operating procedures. 

The Training Specialist will ensure a good and professional relationship with the Supreme Court, Attorney General’s Office, and any other counterparts. 

The Training Specialist will report directly to the Chief of Party, and will work closely with all project staff under the direction of the Chief of Party, and in close coordination with the Deputy Chief of Party.  Under the direction of the Chief of Party, or as otherwise delegated, the Training Specialist will contribute to the annual work plan contract specifications.  The Training Specialist will be ready to undertake other project duties as required by the Chief of Party. 

Specific requirements
Because technical knowledge is a priority for the Training Specialist, he or she is expected to study, learn, and contribute to the development of materials related to all training programs under the C4J Project, and to coordinate closely with its staff, expatriate consultants, the Chief of Party and Deputy Chief of Party, counterparts, donors, and others working in those areas.

Specific expectations include:

•Developing effective working relationships with leaders and counterparts in the Supreme Court and and AGO, reform teams, technical experts, local organizations, other government institutions, other donors, etc. to accomplish the assigned activities, with a specific focus on e-learning.
•Assist the counterparts within the Supreme Court and AGO Training Centers to develop policies, programs, standard operating procedures, and other written documents as needed, with an emphasis on implementing e-learning solutions. 
•Assist the counterparts within the Supreme Court and AGO to design and implement a strategy for transferring knowledge and manage training programs more effectively and efficiently through an agreed upon, effective e-learning solution.   
•Mentor professionals in the Supreme Court and lower courts, and the AGO and lower prosecutors’ offices, on implementation of appropriate e-learning solutions through consultations and planning.
•Train counterparts on managing and sustaining e-learning solutions in their respective institution.

The Training Specialist will cooperate with the Judicial Education Expert, another Training Specialist, Research and Training Specialists, and other C4J staff to:

•Maintain technical quality control for all assigned areas of work.  
•Ensure that the performance targets and project deliverables outlined in the C4J Project contract are completed in a timely and cost-effective manner, and that they meet acceptable quality standards.
•Contribute to the project quarterly reports, annual work plans, and other project reports and deliverables as required. 
•Undertake assessment trips, as required, initiate and evaluate the progress of training activities in the lower courts, and suggest needed adjustments based on progress made.
•Prepare regular oral and written progress reports that demonstrate the status of project activities toward expected results, as well as other reports as required.
•Carry out other duties as assigned by the Chief of Party, or as otherwise delegated.

The Training Specialist may be asked to coordinate and manage the work of local short-term team members, and local and expatriate consultants hired under the project, including on: 

•Case management
•Quality of judgments
•Codes of conduct
•Access to justice
•Prosecution services, and 
•Other areas to be defined

As teamwork is crucial to the success of the project, the Training Specialist will also coordinate work with other project staff working as a team as directed by the Chief of Party.

Reporting

The Training Specialist will report directly to the Chief of Party, and in close coordination with all other C4J staff. She will prepare regular oral and written progress reports that demonstrate the status of project activities toward expected results, as well as other reports as required.

The Training Specialist will collect and provide data to the Deputy Chief of Party and the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist for relevant indicators related to Components 1, 2, and 3 in regard to training activities, as required. 

Qualifications 

The Training Specialist is responsible for delivering guidance and coordinating all technical assistance activities related to implementation of e-learning in the Supreme Court and AGO. The Training Specialist shall have a minimum of 3 (three) years of professional experience with management and training systems. Prior experience or understanding of the Indonesian justice system is required. Prior experience with technical assistance projects and work with donor-funded projects is preferred. Written and verbal fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia is a prerequisite.  Strong inter-personal and communication skills are desired.

Time Frame

This long-term, full-time position is available immediately and will be renewed on an annual basis. The C4J project ends on May 11, 2014. 

Interested applicants for this position are requested to send a cover letter and resume (references will not be contacted prior to the interview) to us.chemonics@gmail.com as soon as possible but no later than 4 November 2012. This vacancy will be open until the position is filled. Please indicate the position in the subject line.  Only the strongest candidates will be contacted. No telephone inquiries, please. The successful candidates for these positions will be subject to USAID approval and USAID local salary scales for technical positions.

Chemonics International (www.chemonics.com) was founded in 1975 and is one of the largest U.S. consulting firms providing expertise in developing and emerging-market countries for initiatives financed by USAID.