Save the Children is an
international NGO and the world's top independent charity for children
in need. Since 1919, we have been fighting for children's rights, saving
their lives and providing hope for brighter futures worldwide. In
Indonesia, Save the
Children currently works in eleven provinces, has staff of
approximately 150 local professionals, and programming in Child
Protection, Education, Health and Nutrition, Disaster Risk Reduction,
and Humanitarian Response. Save the Children in Indonesia is seeking
to fill the following position:
PROJECT OFFICER
Education for Youth Empowerment (EYE) Project, 1 position, based in Bandung
Code : PO-EYE
The post holder will be
responsible for project implementation of EYE activities. S/he will be
responsible for the financial, programmatic implementation, monitoring
of all project activities, and the development of the project
implementation plan
Reports to: Project Coordinator
Dimensions:
S/he will ensure that all activities included in the implementation
plan are implemented, results documented, and key relationships
established and maintained, managing key relationships with EYE
stakeholder, SMK, the private
sector, and the government; overseeing financial implementation; and
reporting on progress to the Bandung
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work with the S2S Project Coordinator to develop a detailed implementation plan for the Education for Youth Empowerment (EYE) Project.
- Ensure EYE project activities are well implemented according to the detailed implementation plan including leading the technical implementation of the project with S2S project coordinator
- With input from Education Advisor, ensure high quality technical implementation of all project interventions according to global best practices, and lessons learned from SCI programming in Indonesia and globally. Special emphasis will be placed on coordinating with a Save the Children International outside technical expert who will support the EYE project.
- Ensure close working with eight SMK as partner; assess pre-selected SMK supporting selected SMKs to improve the quality of their education services, making them relevant to the needs of the young people and prospective employers. This will include improving the curriculum for selected subjects for which there is strong private sector demand in Bandung and incorporating general employability skills for all SMK students
- Collaborate with Bandung district education officer and other local stakeholders including establishing and developing strong and effective relationships with public and private stakeholders.
- Prepare report, identify good practices, share improved teaching and learning materials with other SMKs, and advocate for additional resources from the government for high-quality SMK education in Bandung
- Develop an effective monitoring, evaluation and reporting system (including documenting activities) to ensure the effectiveness of project implementation. This will include participating in any baseline and final evaluation
- Ensure the day to day management and reporting of project financial resources in accordance with donor regulations and SCI policies and procedures.
- Ensure timely submission of activity, financial, and monitoring reports in accordance with the Skills to Succeed Project MEAL framework, donor requirements, and SCI requirements.
- Provide effective management and supervision of one staff member.
- Ensure that close coordination with S2S project and other projects based out of Bandung
- Bachelors University Degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
- At least 5 years work experience with relevant organizations in the NGO, school or private sector, some experience in project management
- At least 3 years experience in youth education programs
- Knowledge and experience in programs that promote and develop youth employment skills for SMK students
- Proven skills to develop an implementation plan and then efficiently implement activities
- Demonstrated ability to write high quality reports and other project documents in Indonesian and English
- Excellent communication skills with different stakeholders
- Proven ability to manage financial resources according to donor and organization regulations and reporting requirements
- Proven ability to work in a multi-cultural team
Updated CV and application letter should be sent to recruitment.indonesia@savethechildren.org
Please fill the "subject" column of the e-mails in this format:
<PO-EYE><your name>
Closing date for application is up to 9 March 2014
(Only short-listed candidates will be notified)
Save
the Children encourages qualified candidates to apply regardless of
religion, race, gender, sexual orientation or disability
All recruitment practices and procedures reflect Save the Children's commitment to protecting children from abuse
