ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability Job Vacancy: Country Manager, Jakarta - Indonesian

1. Position Title: Country Manager
2. Direct Supervisor: Regional Director, ICLEI Southeast Asia
3. Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
4. Classification: Annual contract
5. Conditions: Project basis, renewable, 6 months probationary
6. Working hours: Full-time employment of 40 hours/ week; periodic communication with global/regional/national partners may require work beyond office hours
7. Starting date: January 2020
8. Salary Range: Competitive salary, negotiable depending on skills and previous experiences

About ICLEI

ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability is the leading global network of over 1,750 local and regional governments committed to sustainable development. Established in 1990, ICLEI becomes the official focal point for Local Governments and Municipal Authorities (LGMA) at COP/ UNFCCC conferences. Local and regional governments across the ICLEI network work alongside a diverse team of global experts in 22 offices active across 124 countries. Together, we address the local impacts of unprecedented global change, from climate change to urbanization, aiming for urban development to have the least possible impact on global systems and to build communities that are people-centered and equitable. By helping the ICLEI Network to adopt urban pathways on low carbon, resilient, nature-based, people-centered, and circular development, ICLEI impacts over 25% of the global urban population.

The ICLEI Southeast Asia Secretariat (ICLEI SEAS) serves members in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines. The secretariat has gained recognition from its experience in empowering local governments in the region by designing, promoting, and drawing external support to implement programs on urban resilience, low emission development, integrated resource management, and other sustainability themes. ICLEI SEAS continuously inspires and invites local governments from provinces, cities, municipalities, and urban regions to forge partnerships for sustainability concerns specifically in terms of addressing climate change vis-à-vis urbanization; and encourage them to make this an important consideration in local development planning.

ICLEI operations in Indonesia took off in 2000 with the Cities for Climate Protection campaign which was successfully run paved the way for expanding its advocacies on climate change mitigation in the country. ICLEI Indonesia Project Office started to run in 2013. Over the years, it has tackled other sustainability themes and has strengthened its membership base across the nation which led to the establishment of “Yayasan ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability Indonesia” in December 2017.

General Function

The Country Manager will be stationed mostly in Yayasan ICLEI Indonesia office located in DKI Jakarta, with some hours rendered in the related project cities. Reporting will be five days a week from Monday to Friday or as need arises during major project activities. She/he shall primarily be involved in planning, developing and coordinating the implementation of projects in Indonesia in close cooperation with the Regional Director and relevant Project Officers. This position will perform project development, administrative management and supervision, primary responsibility for Yayasan ICLEI Indonesia for effective project implementation in coordination with the Regional Program Manager and Regional Director of ICLEI SEAS to ensure the timely accomplishment of project deliverables.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Overall responsibility for the management and operations of ICLEI Yayasan Indonesia
1. Primary responsibility in ensuring compliance with national regulations of line agencies of the Government of Indonesia to maintain the good standing of Yayasan ICLEI Indonesia.
2. Oversee management and operations including HR, communications, and finance management including contracting.
3. Develop Yayasan ICLEI Indonesia’s Country Strategy and work plan in consultation with the Project Officers for approval of the Regional Director and Board of Trustees.
4. Ensure compliance with the provisions of the affiliate agreement.
5. Cooperate and work with the Southeast Asia Secretariat on all matters relevant to the organization.
2. Responsible in coordination, implementation and monitoring of projects
1. Overall responsibility in building the organization’s brand.
2. Coordinate project implementation and monitor progress of project deliverables and ensure submission of consolidated report to the Regional Director.
3. Ensure time submission of reports as mandated by the conditions of the Southeast Asia Secretariat, World Secretariat, and funders
3. Lead for Coordination, networking, and developing partnership in Indonesia
1. Coordinate, network, and develop partnerships with National Ministries, partner organizations, donor agencies, and similar organizations to advance the interest of Yayasan ICLEI Indonesia in Indonesia.
2. Identify opportunities for networking and partnerships in Indonesia.
4. Lead Project Development in Indonesia
1. Identify appropriate partners in Indonesia for potential collaboration in order to leverage resources.
2. Identify and find appropriate funding opportunities within Indonesia and for the Southeast Asia Region.
3. Lead project proposal development for Yayasan ICLEI Indonesia.

Employment Agreement

1. Contract position will be offered for one (1) year under Yayasan ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability Indonesia with possibility of contract extension depending on the working progress and performance.
2. Contract will be renewed annually with the first 6 month as a probationary period.

General Role Brief:

1. Operations and management including HR and Finance.
2. Project development and acquisition.
3. Lead project implementation.
4. Provide support to the ICLEI SEAS Regional Secretariat in developing and implementing the Regional Strategic and Operational plan.

Key Selection Criteria / Experience and Education

Qualifications

1. Master Degree in Environmental Governance/Management/Policies, Climate Change Management, Public Policy, International Relations, Urban/Regional Planning, or other related field.
2. 5 years’ solid experience in a management position particularly in a CSO/NGO.
3. 5 years’ solid background on environment and climate change will be an advantage.
4. Fluent in English, oral and written.
5. Legally able to work in Indonesia.

Working / Functional Competencies

1. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Power Point, and Excel.
2. Ability to handle multiple tasks without compromising both the quality of output/s and project deadlines.
3. Creative, motivated, with keen attention to detail, and highly organized.
4. Sound understanding of appropriate business practices and procedures to ensure proper financial controls are in place.
5. Ability to supervise a group or individual to accomplish specific goals.
6. Understanding of the country's politics, a culturally open-minded disposition, adaptability, integrity, strong leadership, the ability to build relationships and effective communication skills.
7. Proven track record in communication and negotiation skills that  influences key decision - makers effect relevant policy changes.
8. Strong ability to identify opportunities and partnerships
9. Ability to innovate and create new ideas.
10. Knowledge of local government operational frameworks and processes is an advantage

Managerial Competencies

1. Demonstrates the ability to achieve results in a manner that is consistent with organizational expectations.
2. Demonstrates the ability to provide effective coaching and encourage appropriate  development activities in order to support staff in identifying and meeting their training and development needs.
3. Demonstrates the ability to plan, use and create resources (people and/or finance and/or physical assets) in accordance with the organization guidelines and delegated accountability so that objectives are achieved in the most effective manner possible.
4. Identifies and understands relationships, constraints and pressures affecting others.
5. Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, with a focus on strategic challenges.
6. Relationship management skills, also at a senior policy-maker level.

Corporate Competencies

1. Demonstrates commitment to ICLEI’s vision, mission, and values.
2. Ability to work in international environment, independent, proactive and has willingness to learn.
3. Innovative, passionate in sustainable development, dynamic, consistent and well ordered.
4. Knowledge of local laws and regulations to ensure that the organization comply with it.
5. Ability to liaise with management at the main office and providing reports on activities
6. Demonstrate intellectual and social flexibility and ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time without compromising quality and timeliness of deliverables.
7. Must be willing and able to travel domestically and internationally.
8. Ability to work under pressure and express one’s self articulately and with tact.
9. Addresses conflicts proactively; continuously strive for mutually acceptable solutions.
10. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and as part of a dynamic group in multicultural environment.

To apply, please submit a Cover Letter that demonstrates your experience, qualifications, salary expectation, and why you feel you would be the right choice for this position, along with your latest CV, completed Key Selection Criteria Response Form, and other supporting documents (Certificate of Education, Certificate of Work, etc).

Kindly click on the link <CLICK HERE> to see detail information and download Terms of Reference. Feel free to forward this vacancy to your circle.

Please send all materials in one .pdf file through email with subject “CM_IO – [your name]” no later than 18.00 WIB on Friday/ 29 November 2019, to: iclei-indonesia@iclei.org. Failure to comply with the instructions herein provided will disqualify the applicant.

*) You may combine all documents using free online application such as smallpdf

Please use English for all communications. Only successful candidates will be contacted. No phone call is entertained.

Yayasan ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability Indonesia

Jl. Karbela Selatan no. 46

Kuningan, Kel. Karet, Kec. Setiabudi

Jakarta Selatan - 12920

INDONESIA

ICLEI is the world’s leading network of over 1,500 cities, towns, and metropolises committed to building a sustainable future. By helping our Members to make their cities sustainable, low-carbon, resilient, biodiverse, resource-efficient, healthy and happy, with a green economy and smart infrastructure, we impact over 25% of the global population.