ChildFund,
one of the leading child development organizations in the world, is an international NGO dedicated to assisting children worldwide. We operate in 31 countries assisting 17.8 million children and their family members, regardless of race, creed or gender.
We help deprived, excluded and vulnerable children living in poverty have the capacity to become young adults, parents, and leaders who bring lasting and positive change to their communities. ChildFund also promotes societies whose individuals and institutions participate in valuing, protecting and advancing the worth and the rights of children.
ChildFund has been working in Indonesia since 1958 and works in partnership with, and provides capacity building, financial and networking support to more than 18 community-based organizations (CBOs) covering 213 villages in the provinces of South Sumatera, Lampung, DKI Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Yogyakarta, Central Java, and East Nusa Tenggara. As a result of this coordinated partnership, ChildFund Indonesia directly and indirectly supports 380,000 children a year. In addition to the implementation of core programs, ChildFund Indonesia has also responded to emergencies in Aceh (tsunami), West Sumatera (earthquake), Central Java and Yogyakarta (volcanic eruption).
ChildFund Indonesia is currently seeking:
Position : Program Officer – Eastern Zone (Position Code: PO-EZ)
Reporting to : Zonal Manager – Eastern Zone
Based in : Kupang – NTT
Contract duration : Fixed term one year, with extension subject to performance.However, this is more into a longer term position.
Summary
Provides technical assistance in coordinating and implementing national office programs, develops capacity among affiliate partners in program implementation, management, evaluation and promotes networking with program stakeholders.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides technical assistance in the implementation of organization’s area strategic plans by conducting research, identifying potential programs, and development of partnerships to ensure participation in program activities
- Provides technical assistance for capacity building of community organizations and partner’s program development
- Support staff and affiliate partners in aligning programs with goals and objectives and integrating sponsorship and programs in national office
- Provide assistance and review project proposals from affiliate partners so that align with ChildFund strategies and policies.
- Provide onsite visits to program beneficiaries to monitor progress, assess program effectiveness and recommend program modification
- Provides documentation and reports(for donor/ChildFund requirements).
- Assists in sponsor relations duties of enrollment of children and compliance by affiliates of sponsorship requirements
- Plays an active role in resource mobilization efforts
- Liaises with other child focused organizations for the development of best practices and leveraging networks.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
- 5+ years experience in working in the human service or social services and/or with a non profit agency, preferably community organization
- Experience in any of these areas will be a value added: ECD/Education/Youth Empowerment/DRR/Child Protection
- Computer proficiency in general office software applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Demonstrated experience with the design, implementation, management and evaluation of programs preferred
- Outstanding written and oral communication skills in English;
- Good oral/written communication and organizational skills
- Proven track record in facilitation skills
- Must be able to travel to program locations; where applicable
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Social Work or relevant human services discipline, or equivalent relevant work experience;
This position is opened for Indonesian national only.
ChildFund requires electronic lodgment of applications.
This position is opened for Indonesian national only.
ChildFund requires electronic lodgment of applications.
Please send by email your resume or CV & include Job Title & Position Code in the email subject field. Any enquiries should be directed by email to: recruitment@indonesia.childfund.org
Deadline for lodging applications: July 19, 2013
