Full Job Description: Program OfficerLocation: Jakarta, Indonesia
Division: Program
Division: Program
Project Description:
IFES is an international, nonprofit organization that supports the building of democratic societies. IFES promotes democratic stability by providing technical assistance and applying field-based research to the electoral cycle in countries around the world to enhance citizen participation and strengthen civil society, governance and transparency. Founded in 1987 as a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, IFES has developed and implemented comprehensive, collaborative solutions in more than 120 countries. IFES is currently seeking a Program Officer to help project implementation in IFES Indonesia.
IFES is an international, nonprofit organization that supports the building of democratic societies. IFES promotes democratic stability by providing technical assistance and applying field-based research to the electoral cycle in countries around the world to enhance citizen participation and strengthen civil society, governance and transparency. Founded in 1987 as a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, IFES has developed and implemented comprehensive, collaborative solutions in more than 120 countries. IFES is currently seeking a Program Officer to help project implementation in IFES Indonesia.
Job Responsibilities:The Program Officer will be responsible for the following tasks and activities:
- Coordinate and oversee the implementation of gender-related programming by IFES and its partners;
- Support and assist IFES’ international experts/consultants in implementing IFES’ gender-related activities in Indonesia;
- Proactively seek out ways to assist electoral partner organizations in all areas related to the conduct of elections;
- Undertake research and write reports on issues related to the conduct of elections, based on IFES experience and/or international best practice;
- Liaise closely with members and officials of Indonesia’s civil society actors, and partner organizations within the public and private sectors, and electoral institutions to support ongoing working relationships;
- Coordinate the planning, administration and logistics for special events undertaken by IFES in the area of election management trainings, workshops or other events;
- Assist with the translation of technical documents from Bahasa Indonesia to English (and vice versa) in standard electoral wording, as required;
- Report regularly on project activities to the Head of Program, the Deputy Chief of Party and the Chief of Party;
- Compile and review bi-weekly reports for donors, partners and internal purposes;
- Undertake such as other duties as may be requested/directed from time to time; and
- Travel as required;
- At least 3 years’ experience working in an international environment, ideally with significant experience in implementing democratic development projects and international program management;
- Previous experience working on gender related issues strongly preferred;
- Fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia, both written and oral;
- A high level of self-motivation and ability to work autonomously within a fast-paced environment;
- Strong analytical and writing skills;
- Ability to take initiative and work within tight deadlines;
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Programs, Excel, Internet) required;
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to make independent decisions; and
- A degree in political science or related field is an advantage.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone inquiries.
