RTI International is one of the world's leading research
institutes, dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge
into practice. Our staff of more than 3,700 provides research and technical
services to governments and businesses in more than 75 countries in the areas
of health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics,
advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy,
energy and the environment, and laboratory testing and chemical analysis.
RTI is seeking for SSES
Program Assistant for our RTI’s Indonesia Regional Office
based in Jakarta.
Job
Summary:
The overall goal of
this position is to technically and administratively assist on-going
development and implementation of social policy research initiatives in
Indonesia. This position requires a mix of strong coordination, strategic
communication and networking capability. Technical and analytical interest and
capability would be an advantage. The position also requires good spoken and
written English and Bahasa Indonesia language skills. This position works under
the supervision of the Social, Statistical, and Environmental Sciences (SSES)
Senior Director (SSD) in Indonesia.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement mechanisms to identify and track research-related business opportunities.
- Assist the SSD to plan visits for RTI/US senior technical and managerial staff and support their in-country activities.
- Assist in preparation of proposals in response to business opportunities.
- Conduct background research on social policy topics and produce reports to summarize findings.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant social policy field, plus 3 to 5 years of professional development experience in social policy program and/or research support, or a Master’s degree plus 1 to 2 years experiences in a relevant field.
- Highly organized with strong coordination, inter-personal and networking skills.
- Knowledge of governmental and non-governmental social sector organizations in Indonesia and proven ability to work effectively with stakeholders in these organizations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia.
- Results-oriented person able to work independently as well as on teams.
Interested candidates should send the
following documentations: Application letter and CV with 3 referees.
Please indicate the position you are
applying for in the email subject, and submit the application by 12 September 2014 to hr@rti-indomd.rti.org.
RTI values equal employment opportunities. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
