Monday, September 17, 2012

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. Position Name Training Specialist, AGO Badiklat (Training Specialist) Counterparts USAID/Indonesia, the Attorney General’s Office, prosecutors’ offices, and local counterparts. Tasks The AGO Training Specialist is responsible for assisting the Judicial Training Expert in designing, developing and implementing trainings under Component 2.2 , Improving Staff Technical Competence and Accountability (Section C.5.3.2.2 of the Task Order Contract), and Component 2.1, Enhancing and implementing institutional and management reforms including a human resources management system and training programs, in compliance with USAID regulations and the contract signed by USAID and Chemonics. The Training Specialist will ensure that C4J programs are successfully implemented within the Badiklat’s organization and training system, including addressing obstacles to effective implementation and ensuring sustainability of the training programs. Overall requirements The Training Specialist will work closely with the Judicial Training Expert and AGO and training team members, and coordinate with all other C4J staff as required. 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 also ensure a good and professional relationship with the AGO, Badiklat, and all other counterparts. The Training Specialist will contribute to development of the annual work plan. The Training Specialist will undertake other project duties as required by the COP. The Training Specialist will collect and provide data to the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) and the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist for relevant indicators related to his or her project activities. Specific requirements The Training Specialist will contribute to all reforms within the AGO Badiklat. Specific expectations include: •Developing effective working relationships with leaders and counterparts within Badiklat, C4J staff and consultants, professionals from other projects, and others participating in the design, development, testing and implementation of Badiklat reforms. •Meet with AGO leaders and AGO technical experts as needed to accomplish the assigned activities. •Assist the Badiklat with such issues as, but not limited to: organizational restructuring; design and implementation of more effective and efficient human resources programs in the areas of recruitment, career development, talent management, performance management, competency development, and assessments; education and training of leaders and lower level staff; preparation of job descriptions; and other human resources programs and institutional needs as they arise. •Assist the counterparts within Badiklat to develop policies, programs, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and other written documents as required. •Cooperate with the C4J team and Badiklat with the development and implementation of strategies that transfer knowledge and help ensure that the leaders and staff acquire the ability to manage the human resources system and other programs effectively, efficiently, and in a sustainable manner. Mentor Badiklat leaders and staff, and participate in their training and development. The Training Specialist will work under the Judicial Training Expert and cooperate closely with AGO and training teams to: •Maintain technical quality control for all assigned areas of work, including assessment, design, and implementation of training curricula, organization restructuring, human resources program development, and the socialization of those programs. •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, initiate and evaluate the progress of any pilot projects, and suggest needed adjustments based on progress made, as required. •Carry out other duties as assigned by the Chief of Party. The Training Specialist may be asked to coordinate and manage the work of local short-term team members and local consultants, hired under the project. 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 Judicial Training Expert, and 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. 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 per direction from the Chief of Party and Deputy Chief of Party. Qualifications The Training Specialist shall have a minimum 3 (three) years of professional experience with institutional development, human resource management systems, and/or trainings. Prior experience with the Indonesian judicial system, an understanding of the justice sector and the bureaucratic reform process is required. In-depth technical knowledge of the GOI human resource system and regulations is preferred. A master’s degree in relevant field or comparable experience is preferred. Prior experience with technical assistance projects and work with donor-funded projects is preferred. Written and verbal fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia is required. Strong interpersonal, management, and communication skills are required. 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 21 September 2012 and the 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.

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Tuesday, September 11, 2012

International Organization for Migration (IOM) Indonesia

International Organization for Migration (IOM) Indonesia is looking for a GIS/Information Management Training Assistant according to the terms of reference below: I. Position Information Reference No. SVN/ID10/2012/064 Position title GIS/Information Management Training Assistant Position grade General Service Staff, Grade 4 Duty station Bandung – West Java, Indonesia Type of Contract Special All Inclusive Contract for 3 (three) months. The tenure of contract of internal candidate holding a Fixed Term/Regular contract will remain unchanged Seniority band: Band IV Job family: IT, Media & Communication Organizational unit: Support Position number n/a Position rated n/a Subject to rotation n/a Reporting directly to GIS/Information Management Training Coordinator Overall supervision by Head of Sub-Office (HoSO) / Project Manager (PM) Managerial responsibility No Directly reporting staff 0 II. Organizational Context and Scope Under direct supervision of GIS/Information Management Training Coordinator, overall supervision of Head of Sub-Office (HoSO) and in close relation with relevant units, the GIS/Information Management Training Assistant will assists in the implementation and monitoring of GIS/IM components as part of Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) project in West Java Province. III. Responsibilities and Accountabilities 1. Assist the GIS/IMT coordinator to develop relevant maps for project planning, implementation and reporting, making use of GIS and other suitable tools; 2. Assist GIS/IMT Coordinator and relevant units to record and maintain various training/ government databases, using existing tools or introducing new element as deemed necessary; 3. Assist in planning and implementation including facilitation of capacity building activities for targeted government entities and other stakeholders at various level (provincial district and sub-district); 4. In coordination with GIS/IMT coordinator, provide technical assistance pertaining GIS/IMT to government officials at various level; 5. In coordination with GIS/IMT Coordinator, plan and facilitate activities pertaining mapping and IM at community level; 6. Assist GIS/IMT Coordinator to provide day-to-day supervision to partners for the implementation of GIS/IM related trainings and capacity building for targeted government entities, communities, and other stakeholders; 7. Assist GIS/IMT Coordinator in developing suitable tools for office filing and data sharing for IOM offices in West Java; 8. Assist GIS/IMT Coordinator to contribute to the program monitoring of performance indicators and regular reporting systems by preparing data analysis, summary sheets and reports in accordance to program needs. 9. Compile and conduct analysis of primary and secondary data (in house or external research/assessment) necessary for IOM project planning and implementation; 10.Ensure daily activities back up, filing of data and safeguarding of IOM’s program activities information in both hard and magnetic versions; 11.Maintain and provide troubleshooting for office ITC equipment including office network; 12.In close coordination with IOM Indonesia ITC (Information, Technology & Communication) staff, maintain ITC functions including maintenance of internet solutions and trouble shooting at various district field offices in West Java; 13.Adhere to IOM data protection confidentiality policy as well as strict compliance to IOM Code of Conduct at all times; 14.Maintain records of all ITC equipment, usage and servicing as needed; 15.Perform other duties as assigned by HoSO. IV. Competencies The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following technical and behavioral competencies Behavioral Accountability Accepts and gives constructive criticism Follows all relevant procedures, processes, and policies Meets deadline, cost, and quality requirements for outputs Monitors own work to correct errors Takes responsibility for meeting commitments and for any shortcomings Client Orientation Identifies the immediate and peripheral clients of own work Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with clients Identifies and monitors changes in the needs of clients, including donors, governments, and project beneficiaries Continuous Learning Contributes to colleagues' learning Demonstrates interest in improving relevant skills Demonstrates interest in acquiring skills relevant to other functional areas Keeps abreast of developments in own professional area Communication Actively shares relevant information Clearly communicates, and listens to feedback on, changing priorities and procedures Writes clearly and effectively, adapting wording and style to the intended audience Listens effectively and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience Creativity and Initiative Proactively develops new ways to resolve problems Leadership and Negotiation Convinces others to share resources Presents goals as shared interests Performance Management Provides constructive feedback to colleagues Provides fair, accurate, timely, and constructive staff evaluations Uses staff evaluations appropriately in recruitment and other relevant HR procedures Planning and Organizing Sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed priorities for self and others Identifies priority activities and assignments for self and others* Organizes and documents work to allow for planned and unplanned handovers Organizes and documents work to allow for planned and unplanned handovers Identifies risks and makes contingency plans Professionalism Masters subject matter related to responsibilities Identifies issues, opportunities, and risks central to responsibilities Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation Persistent, calm, and polite in the face of challenges and stress Treats all colleagues with respect and dignity Works effectively with people from different cultures by adapting to relevant cultural contexts Knowledgeable about and promotes IOM core mandate and migration Solutions Teamwork Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment Contributes to, and follows team objectives Gives credit where credit is due Seeks input and feedback from others Delegates tasks and responsibilities as appropriate Actively supports and implements final group decisions Technological Awareness Learns about developments in available technology Proactively identifies and advocates for cost-efficient technology solutions Understands applicability and limitation of technology and seeks to apply it to appropriate work Technical a) Drives and fosters understanding of Media and Communications concepts amongst key personnel in IOM b) Correctly and effectively applies knowledge of traditional and social media c) Interfaces across units and departments within IOM to extract relevant information d) Demonstrated strong communication skills as well as interpersonal and public relation skills e) Experience in developing lessons learned and best practices documents f) Ability to prepare clear and concise reports g) Proficient in computer applications h) Good written and spoken communications skills, i) Good interpersonal skills, high loyalty, ability to work in a multi - cultural environment and good working in team. V. Education and Experience a) Diploma Degree preferably in computer science, geodesic, geography or a combination of relevant education and professional experience. University Degree is advantage. b) A minimum of four years of experience in the use of MS software, web-based and/or client-server database system implementations a distinctive advantage. c) Familiarity with Disaster Risk Reduction issues and Indonesian Spatial Data and Disaster Management laws. d) Demonstrated strong result in area of GIS, information management, data frames, data analysis and spatial data management system. e) Solid understanding of GIS software including open source software (e.g. ArcGIS, Quantum GIS) f) Advanced knowledge of MS Excel for data analysis and statistical reporting. VI. Languages Fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia both written and spoken is required. Working knowledge of Sundanese is an advantage. HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates are invited to send the application in ENGLISH, with : a) Cover letter, clearly specify suitability and availability date, b) Complete the Personal History Form which can be downloaded at the following link : http://www.iom.or.id/loadpdf.jsp?lang=eng&pgs=pcmain&file=phform.xls c) Detailed curriculum vitae, including historical salary and minimum three referees (preferably former direct supervisors). Please submit the application by email to recruitment-indonesia@iom.int and Please put the following information in your email subject: (Name)/(Level of Education)/(Educational Background)/(Years of Experience in Disaster Risk Reduction issues and Indonesian Spatial Data and Disaster Management laws or development project, UN agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders) Example: Budi Setiawan/Bachelor Degree/Public Information/4 years in media & public information from __________. The deadline for applications is 13 September 2012 Due to the expected volume of applications, only candidates under positive consideration will be notified For more detail info about us, please visit www.iom.or.id

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