WOMEN'S ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT MANAGER
About Kopernik:
Kopernik
is
an exciting, fast-growing, cutting edge organisation that’s tackling
technology distribution challenges in Indonesia. Our team works
tirelessly to put the last mile first. Our culture shapes the way we
work. We value action, we get things done, we are open and transparent
in everything we do, and we always look for ways to innovate. Kopernik
has been featured in The New York Times, The Huffington Post and CNN -
check out these articles and more on our press page.
The Opportunity:
We
are currently recruiting a highly talented and motivated Women’s
Economic Empowerment Manager to grow and oversee our Tech Agent
technology distribution network. Tech Agents are local women
entrepreneurs that sell life-changing technologies, such as water
filters, cookstoves and solar lights within their communities, earning a
commission from each sale. Kopernik provides technologies on
consignment to Tech Agents and provides a suite of training and support
to help them succeed.
Position overview:
As
Women’s Economic Empowerment Manager you will grow the Tech Agent
program across Indonesia. You will develop the systems necessary to
scale across Indonesia. You will get your hands dirty and spend a lot of
time in the field.
Specific responsibilities:
- Develop strategies for Tech Agent recruitment and retention, incentives, reward and recognition schemes, marketing, training, location, product mix and pricing.
- Expand and manage a national network of Tech Agents in Indonesia.
- Recruit and manage hundreds of Tech Agents across Indonesia.
- Recruit, mentor, motivate and train new and existing field staff and ensure they are supported to achieve success.
- Contribute to Kopernik strategy as a key member of the core management team.
- Generate and pilot innovative tests and promotions that have the opportunity for significant impact.
- Develop innovative distribution models.
- Optimize the use of the mobile communications platform to drive distribution, deepen social impact, reduce costs, and increase financial sustainability.
Qualifications:
- Fluency in Indonesian and English.
- Hard working, motivated, and passionate about social impact.
- Extensive experience in women’s economic empowerment programs.
- Entrepreneurial spirit and professional maturity; ability to work independently, think creatively, learn quickly.
- Experience working with women in remote, rural communities.
- At least 10 years professional experience.
- Experience recruiting, managing and motivating large teams.
- This position is based out of our office in Ubud, Bali. 50% in-country travel is expected.
Compensation:
A competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.
To Apply:
Send a link to a 60 second video telling us why you’re the right person for the job, plus cover letter and CV to kopernik@kopernik.info by 30 September 2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For more info about Kopernik, visit www.kopernik.info
