JOB VACANCY
Hivos is a non-governmental organization, rooted in the Netherlands and
guided by humanist values, that aims to contribute to a free, fair and
sustainable world where citizens, women and men, have equal access to
resources, opportunities and markets and can participate actively and
equally in decision making processes that determine their lives, their
society and their future. Hivos' basic commitment is to poor and
marginalized people - and their organizations - in countries of the global
South and east, and Eastern Europe. A sustainable improvement of their
situation is the ultimate benchmark for the work and efforts of Hivos.
Hivos is a non-governmental organization, rooted in the Netherlands and
guided by humanist values, that aims to contribute to a free, fair and
sustainable world where citizens, women and men, have equal access to
resources, opportunities and markets and can participate actively and
equally in decision making processes that determine their lives, their
society and their future. Hivos' basic commitment is to poor and
marginalized people - and their organizations - in countries of the global
South and east, and Eastern Europe. A sustainable improvement of their
situation is the ultimate benchmark for the work and efforts of Hivos.
Citizenship, Green Entrepreneurship and Action for Change. Within the Action
for Change theme Hivos is running a climate and energy campaign. The long
term objective of this campaign is a worldwide switch to 100% renewable
energy to reduce climate change and to assure access to energy for all. This
implies a reduction of energy consumption in high income regions and an
increase in access to renewable energy for poor men and women in developing
countries to alleviate poverty, improve living conditions and propel
economic development. More than 1.5 billion people are currently without
access to electricity and nearly 2.4 billion people still use traditional
biomass fuels for cooking and heating, causing severe health problems and
the death of 1.9 million people per year from indoor pollution. One project
within this campaign is the Iconic Island initiative.
For its Southeast Asia Regional Office in Jakarta, Hivos seeks qualified
Indonesian candidates for the position of:
Iconic Island Field Project Implementor (1 position)
Duty Station : Sumba, NTT Province
Duration : One year with possibility of extension
Report to : Programme Officer Sustainable Energy
Functional context
The Field Project Implementor will be responsible for monitoring,
coaching/mentoring and facilitating local partners in implementing a
successful renewable energy projects in Sumba according to Hivos's standard
and project indicator.
The Field Project Implementor will report directly to Programme Officer
Sustainable Energy and in close coordination with Field Coordinator.
Roles and responsibilities
1. To play a proactive role in the implementation of the multi
stakeholders Sumba Iconic Island initiative which aims at realising 100%
renewable energy at Sumba Island.
2. To support the effective communication with the Sumba Iconic Island
Task Force and other stakeholders in Sumba.
3. Support the implementation of Hivos' project funded activities in
Sumba.
4. Identify new locations/areas for potential renewable energy
implementation involving local community and partner.
5. Provide support and guidance to local implementing partner to ensure
projects activities are implemented in accordance with approved project
documents and meet Hivos' donor compliance standards, rules and regulations.
6. Identify capacity gaps and training needs for local partners to
improve their skills in project management and implementation.
7. Conduct regular field visits to program targeted districts and
communities and assist in monitoring the implementation.
8. Ensure high quality of service provided to communities by providing
technical review and feedback on findings and recommendations, and also
ensuring adequate follow-up.
9. Facilitate document processes, models, best practices and lessons
learnt are integrated into activities implemented.
10. Advocate to local authorities communities needs, and rising
awareness on vulnerability identified.
11. Ensure expenses are reported in parallel with activities
implementation and coordinate with finance staff on financial reporting.
12. Ensure high-quality narrative and finance reporting; and assist
partners to provide reports within agreed time frames.
13. Represent Hivos for outreach and general coordination (i.e. local or
provincial meetings, commune coordination meetings) as requested.
14. To support and facilitate visits or visitors (journalists,
consultants, politicians, donors) to Sumba including logistics preparation
as requested.
15. Together with Hivos team in Jakarta and the Netherlands develop and
implement fundraising strategy to support a successful implementation of
Sumba Island initiative.
Knowledge, experiences and competencies
* A bachelor degree in rural development, sustainable energy,
environmental and natural resource management, economics of natural
resources or other comparable education.
* An excellent understanding of energy project development, project
management and community engagement.
* Good understanding of the socio-economic aspects, including gender,
of development projects.
* Professional written and verbal communication skills including
public speaking in Bahasa Indonesia, working knowledge and experience in
English.
* Show successful track record working in and within multidisciplinary
team.
* Minimum 3 years of professional experience in energy access
programmes.
* Strong interpersonal communication to effectively interact with
donors, civil society organizations, government officials and community.
* Sound experience in contributing to partnerships and multi actor
initiatives.
* Good understanding of and strong affinity with civil society, in
particular with non-governmental organizations.
* Previous working experience in an international
environment/organization would be an advantage.
* Having respect for humanitarian or humanist principles and willing
to work in a non- discriminating, neutral, impartial and gender equal
environment.
What do we offer?
An inspiring and dynamic working environment, dedicated colleagues and the
possibility to work for an ambitious new international initiative.
How to apply?
To apply for any of these positions please submit your CV and a cover letter
to application.id@hivos.org <mailto:application.id@hivos.org> no later than
Saturday, 24 January 2015.
These positions are opened for Indonesian nationality only.
Please specify the position name you are applying for ('Iconic Island
Stakeholder Engagement Officer' or 'Iconic Island Field Project
Implementor') in the 'subject' line of your email. Only shortlisted
candidates will be notified.
