Job Vacancy: Project
Assistant cum Translator
Company
Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung based in Hamburg, Germany, is a Foundation that
designs and manages sustainable agricultural development projects worldwide.
With over twenty years of experience, Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung contributes to
improving the living conditions of smallholder coffee and cocoa farmers through
a business approach to sustainable development.
Financed by private and public donors, Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung will start
implementing a 5-year project to promote sustainable smallholder robusta coffee
production in South Sumatera Province (Oku Selatan). The project aims to
provide farmer training on good agricultural practices, product quality and
marketing, farmer organizational development, etc.
Job Opportunity
The project is looking for a Project Assistant cum Translator who
will be based in South Sumatra Province, in charge of the following tasks:
- Logistical assistance with the organization of Training of Trainer programs, Farmer Field Schools, local and international workshops and conferences including room rent, logistics, handling of visa applications and working permits for visitors, organization of accommodation and transport.
- Written translation of technical documents, project reports and minutes of meetings from and to English language.
- Verbal translation of technical and business oriented content during meetings with high ranking business people, Indonesian authorities and project partners from and to English language.
- Office communication by telephone, fax, mail and regular post.
- Maintenance of databases on office contacts, fixed assets, suppliers, clients, partners, etc.
Duration
of Assignment
Definite contract for 3 years with option for
prolongation.
Profile
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in administration and logistics.
Required:
- Indonesian candidate with a college degree in office administration or related subjects.
- Proficiency in standard MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook and Project).
- Proficiency in English (verbal and written); concise reporting skills.
- Self initiative and communication skills; accustomed and willing to work under pressure.
- Willingness to live and work in remote, rural areas.
Desired:
- Candidates from West Lampung or South Sumatra are preferred.
Competencies:
- Integrity and Accountability, Commitment, Thrive for Excellence and Respect
Salary: Negotiable
Please apply electronically including CV, motivation
letter and salary expectation before 15.01.2015; only short listed candidates
will be contacted
Contact: Nuzul Qudri
Email: nuzul.qudri@hrnstiftung.org
