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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 focuses on four main themes: Expression & Engagement, Rights & 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 Stakeholder Engagement Officer (1 position) 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 focuses on four main themes: Expression & Engagement, Rights & 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:
Duty Station : Jakarta, and spend 20% of time in/travel to Sumba
Duration : One year with possibility of extension
Report to : Programme Officer Sustainable Energy
Functional context
The Iconic Island Stakeholder Engagement Officer will be responsible for the daily communication and coordination between Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR), ADB, Hivos and other stakeholders. He/She will be contracted by Hivos to support the secretariat of the taskforce that is run by Hivos.
The Iconic Island Stakeholder Engagement Officer will report directly to Programme Officer Sustainable Energy at Hivos ROSEA and be under close supervision and coordination of the Global Campaign Coordinator for Climate, Energy and Development in Hivos Head Office in the Netherlands.
The Stakeholder Engagement Officer will be based in Jakarta but spend approximately 20% of his/her time in/travel to Sumba. When in Jakarta, he/she will be based for three days of the week in the MEMR Office (Directorate of Bio Energy) on Jalan Pengangsaan Timur and the rest of the time in the Hivos office on Jalan Kemang Selatan XII no. 1. When in Sumba,
s/he will work in the local Hivos office.
Roles and responsibilities
1. Gain a thorough overview of all aspects of the Iconic Island process and disseminate knowledge on the subject.
2. Provide support to the working groups which functions under the responsibility of MEMR and is chaired by Hivos, including the smooth running of the different working groups.
3. Develop project strategies in cooperation with all stakeholders.
4. Provide secretarial services, including the organization of meetings, correspondence, providing updates to stakeholders, writing of reports.
5. Assist in setting up concrete activities and facilitate linkages between stakeholders.
6. Assist in the development of innovating ideas and preparation of proposals.
7. Coordinate and liaise with MEMR and other departments and Ministries, ADB, Hivos (other project officers, field officer, programme manager, director), consulting teams, local and national stakeholders and play a role in linking up the different levels: national, provincial, district, subdistrict and village level through consultation and other
means.
8. Facilitate and escort field visits of guests to Sumba and to local and national stakeholders.
9. Assist in the design and production of communication materials and other items needed for communication, promotion and coordination.
10. Provide relevant assistance towards individual projects which support the Iconic Island initiative as requested by Hivos, MEMR, the ADB and the taskforce members.
11. Prepare progress reports for the Directorate of Energy and Bio Energy and for the ADB (semi-annual report written by the Stakeholder Engagement Officer will be approved by the Programme Manager at Hivos).
Knowledge, experiences and competencies
* An excellent understanding of Indonesian (energy) government policies or the ability to translate skills to such.
* Good understanding of the socio-economic aspects, including gender, of development programmes.
* Minimum 3 years of professional experience in energy policy development and/or energy advocacy.
* Professional written and verbal communication skills including public speaking in English and Bahasa Indonesia.
* Show successful track record working in and within multidisciplinary team.
* Has a strong interpersonal communication and negotiation skill with donors, civil society organization, government officials and community.
* Tactful in handling administration and communication processes.
* 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.
