Chemonics International, a leading
international development consulting firm based in Washington, D.C., seeks
qualified Indonesian specialists for an anticipated USAID environmental policy
reform and advocacy project in Indonesia. This project, called Indonesia SOROT,
will provide support to the Government of Indonesia on national level policy
reform and advocacy actions to promote the reduction of greenhouse gas
emissions and the conservation of valuable marine and terrestrial biodiversity.
The ideal candidates will have a record of successfully implementing donor-funded
international development programs as well as a passion for making a difference
in the lives of people around the world.
Chemonics is seeking
qualified applicants for the following positions:
Chief of Party: Chemonics seeks a long-term, Jakarta-based Chief of
Party responsible for SOROT’s overall management, technical direction, and administration.
The COP is a senior-level leader capable of leading a diverse team with at
least 15 years of relevant experience in international development projects.
S/he will be responsible for ensuring the effective coordination of SOROT
project activities with those of relevant Indonesian ministries and agencies,
Indonesian civil society organizations, international donors, and other USAID
funded initiatives. The COP must demonstrate a proven ability to lead multiple
workstreams while still communicating a holistic vision for project
implementation success. Advanced degree in relevant field required; technical
skills in environmental policy reform, biodiversity conservation, wildlife
trafficking, and/or fisheries management preferred. Proficiency in Bahasa
Indonesia and strong network of relevant stakeholders preferred.
Deputy Chief of Party: The ideal candidate is a senior-level
manager with 10 years of relevant experience in international donor funded
projects. The DCOP will provide close oversight of day-to-day implementation,
personnel management, reporting, and monitoring. The DCOP will serve as a
resident specialist in key technical areas of SOROT, with a strong preference
for technical expertise in sustainable palm oil and other extractive land use
based industries. Advanced degree in relevant field required; proficiency in
Bahasa Indonesia and familiarity with Indonesia preferred.
Resource Rights, Governance, and Policy Reform Specialist: The
ideal candidate is a senior-level expert in the field of improving low carbon
and conservation oriented land use governance. The specialist will develop and
implement a comprehensive strategy for improving national level land use
governance instruments and systems through policy, legislative, and regulatory
frameworks. The candidate must have a track record in effective public policy
development or reform; the design and institution of administrative reforms and
information systems; institutional
strengthening; and, coalition building, preferably in the environmental sector.
Proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia and English and understanding of Indonesia’s
environmental challenges required.
Biodiversity Conservation/Wildlife Trafficking Specialist: The
ideal candidate is a senior-level expert in the field of improved management of
conservation areas and protection of key marine and terrestrial species. The
specialist will develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to improve the
management of conservation areas and the protection of key species, especially
those targeted for wildlife trafficking. The specialist must have a minimum of
three years of experience in efforts related to the prevention of wildlife and
wildlife product trafficking, including policy reform, data gathering,
surveillance, investigation, prosecution, customs operations, and monitoring
related financial flows. Experience in supporting government or
non-governmental platforms that coordinate anti-trafficking planning and
enforcement operations preferred. Proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia and English
required.
Institutional Development/Advocacy Campaign and Social Marketing
Specialist: The ideal candidate is a senior-level expert with a background
in designing implementing, and leading advocacy and lobbying campaigns,
including experience with social marketing, strategic communications, and/or behavior
change communications. The specialist will develop and implement a
comprehensive strategy to strengthen and sustain the efforts of civil society
organizations advocating changes which support reductions in greenhouse gas
emissions and the conservation of valuable biodiversity. The candidate must
exhibit a commitment to environmental values and a willingness to contribute to
forest conservation, climate change and biodiversity conservation programs. The
specialist should bring familiarity with polling techniques, the use of mass
media and social networks to influence and gain public support, the negotiation
and formation of alliances across interest groups, and/or working with existing
mass organizations. Familiarity with Indonesian culture and society or
experience working with diverse cultural backgrounds and a willingness to learn
about Indonesian society required. Proficiency in Indonesia Bahasa and English strongly
preferred.
Technical Specialists
in the following fields:
- Environmental policy reform, analysis, and legislative drafting
- Gender integration, especially within forest and marine communities
- Stakeholder engagement and relationship management, especially with government and policy makers
- Private sector engagement, including a strong understand of palm oil, pulp and paper, and other forest-based businesses
- Conservation finance specialist with public finance and REDD+ expertise
- Land claims and indigenous community rights advocacy
- Grants and capacity building program management
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years relevant experience
- Prior experience in one or more of the areas outlined above
- Experience working with international donors or organizations preferred
- Interest in working with a multi-cultural, international team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
- Advanced degree in a relevant field preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Bahasa Indonesian and excellent written and oral communication skills
Application Instructions:
Please submit a detailed
CV, cover letter, and contact information to IndoPolicyReform@gmail.com by Wednesday,
June 3, 2015. No telephone inquiries please. Final candidates will be
contacted.
