Senior Manager Palm Oil Regional Market Development this role is based in Jakarta, Indonesia
Position overview
- Work with officials to secure government to government bilateral and/or trilateral agreements on cooperation toward sustainable palm oil and its market development.
- Develop programs, based on and aligned with the would-be G-to-G agreements, to increase sustainable palm oil production to meet the demand of markets such as, but also expanding to beyond, the EU market.
- Develop partnerships with the national, provincial and district governments of Indonesia programs that support smallholders in producing sustainable palm oil.
- Deliver, in partnership with private sector partners, field-level projects that support smallholders to produce sustainable palm oil.
- Work towards the realization of bilateral and/or trilateral agreements between governments on sustainable palm oil production.
- Active in participation and contribution to the policy influencing work at targeted sub-national and national level in Indonesia.
- Responsible for convening and securing commitments and agreements from governments related to the effort to regional sustainable oil palm program.
- Take a leadership role in the development and the implementation of program/ project plans and activities in close coordination with program partners in the post inception phase.
- Identify, assess and manage the risks to achieve success of the program.
- Develop strategies, guidelines, manuals and procedures for program implementation.
- Monitor and review all program activities, the operational budget against the contract and program agreements and supervise the implementation of the plans.
- Lead partnership development and ensure regular dialogues with local communities, relevant organizations, decision-makers within the program’s environment in order to enhance and maintain a good working relationship.
- Maintain knowledge of regional economic and business trends to facilitate conversations with stakeholders.
- Represent YIDH at industry associations, conferences, and other external meetings and events as directed by Program Director.
- Develop and inspire a team to implement strategy and to achieve objectives and targets.
- Preparation of high-quality project documents and serve as the technical lead in proposal development, concept notes, investment committee notes and program summaries.
- A minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience in international organizations/settings.
- Proven track record and high proficiency in project management across various stages of project development and implementation (initiating, planning, execution, monitoring and completion).
- Strong knowledge of palm oil business, industry, supply chain and international trade.
- Proven track record and knowledge of palm oil sustainability issues, certification schemes and working with smallholders.
- Strong network of Palm Oil Players, owners, CEOs, Directors, GMs, local and national governments and a proven track record of working with international stakeholders.
- Strong network of government, ministries and diplomatic channels.
- Proven record of managing a team of staff and developing them personally.
- Extensive experience of working in Indonesia.
- Demonstrated oral and excellent written professional communication and public speaking skills (Bahasa Indonesia and English are required).
- A Team player and able to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Results-driven.
- Entrepreneurial and self-starter skills to proactively anticipate organizational needs.
- A practical approach to problem-solving and the identification of opportunities, and the ability to make clear and concise decisions.
- Ability to effectively deal with senior management and decision-makers both internally and externally.
- Strong writing, presentation and reporting skills.
- Ability and willingness to travel.
Yayasan offers a challenging position within an enthusiastic and passionate team. As a Yayasan team member you can contribute to positive global change. The position is a full-time position. The successful applicant will initially be offered a one-year contract but with the possibility to extend.
How to apply
Interested candidates are invited to send their CV and application to indonesia@idhtrade.org mentioning “Senior Manager Palm Oil Regional Market Development” in the subject line. We encourage applicants to respond as soon as possible, latest by 23 February 2019.
