Position Title : Country Manager
Direct Supervisor : Regional Director, ICLEI Southeast Asia
Location : Jakarta, Indonesia
Classification : Annual contract
Conditions : Project basis, renewable, 6 months probationary
Working hours : Full-time employment of 40 hours/ week;
periodic
communication with global/regional/national
partners may
require work beyond office hours
Starting date : January 2020
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-Ã -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 âYayasan ICLEI â Local Governments
for Sustainability Indonesiaâ 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
a. 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.
b. Oversee management and operations including HR, communications, and
finance management including contracting.
c. Develop Yayasan ICLEI Indonesiaâs Country Strategy and work plan in
consultation with the Project Officers for approval of the Regional Director
and Board of Trustees.
d. Ensure compliance with the provisions of the affiliate agreement.
e. Cooperate and work with the Southeast Asia Secretariat on all matters
relevant to the organization.
2. Responsible in coordination, implementation and monitoring of projects
a. Overall responsibility in building the organizationâs brand.
b. Coordinate project implementation and monitor progress of project
deliverables and ensure submission of consolidated report to the Regional
Director.
c. 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
a. 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.
b. Identify opportunities for networking and partnerships in Indonesia.
4. Lead Project Development in Indonesia
a. Identify appropriate partners in Indonesia for potential collaboration
in order to leverage resources.
b. Identify and find appropriate funding opportunities within Indonesia
and for the Southeast Asia Region.
c. Lead project proposal development for Yayasan ICLEI Indonesia.
Employment Agreement
â Contract position will be offered for one (1) year under Yayasan ICLEI
â Local Governments for Sustainability Indonesia with possibility of contract
extension depending on the working progress and performance.
â Contract will be renewed annually with the first 6 month as a
probationary period.
General Role Brief:
â Operations and management including HR and Finance.
â Project development and acquisition.
â Lead project implementation.
â Provide support to the ICLEI SEAS Regional Secretariat in developing
and implementing the Regional Strategic and Operational plan.
Key Selection Criteria / Experience and Education
A. Qualifications
â Master Degree in Environmental Governance/Management/Policies, Climate
Change Management, Public Policy, International Relations, Urban/Regional
Planning, or other related field.
â 5 yearsâ solid experience in a management position particularly in a
CSO/NGO.
â 5 yearsâ solid background on environment and climate change will be
an advantage.
â Fluent in English, oral and written.
â Legally able to work in Indonesia.
B. Working / Functional Competencies
â Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Power Point, and
Excel.
â Ability to handle multiple tasks without compromising both the quality
of output/s and project deadlines.
â Creative, motivated, with keen attention to detail, and highly
organized.
â Sound understanding of appropriate business practices and procedures to
ensure proper financial controls are in place.
â Ability to supervise a group or individual to accomplish specific goals.
â Understanding of the country's politics, a culturally open-minded
disposition, adaptability, integrity, strong leadership, the ability to build
relationships and effective communication skills.
â Proven track record in communication and negotiation skills that
influences key decision - makers effect relevant policy changes.
â Strong ability to identify opportunities and partnerships
â Ability to innovate and create new ideas.
â Knowledge of local government operational frameworks and processes is
an advantage
Managerial Competencies
â Demonstrates the ability to achieve results in a manner that is
consistent with organizational expectations.
â 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.
â 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.
â Identifies and understands relationships, constraints and pressures
affecting others.
â Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills, both quantitative and
qualitative, with a focus on strategic challenges.
â Relationship management skills, also at a senior policy-maker level.
Corporate Competencies
â Demonstrates commitment to ICLEIâs vision, mission, and values.
â Ability to work in international environment, independent, proactive
and has willingness to learn.
â Innovative, passionate in sustainable development, dynamic, consistent
and well ordered.
â Knowledge of local laws and regulations to ensure that the organization
comply with it.
â Ability to liaise with management at the main office and providing
reports on activities.
â Demonstrate intellectual and social flexibility and ability to manage
multiple tasks at the same time without compromising quality and timeliness of
deliverables.
â Must be willing and able to travel domestically and internationally.
â Ability to work under pressure and express oneâs self articulately
and with tact.
â Addresses conflicts proactively; continuously strive for mutually
acceptable solutions.
â 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
<http://icleiseas.org/index.php/2019/10/17/job-vacancy-country-manager-indonesia/>
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 âCM_IO
â [your name]â no later than 18.00 WIB on Friday/ 29 November 2019, to:
iclei-indonesia@xxxxxxxxx <mailto:iclei-indonesia@xxxxxxxxx>. Failure to comply
with the instructions herein provided will disqualify the applicant.
*) You may combine all documents using free online application such as
smallpdf.com <http://smallpdf.com/>.
Please use English for all communications. Only successful candidates will be
contacted. No phone call is entertained. For more information about ICLEI
Southeast Asia Secretariat and ICLEI Indonesia Office, visit
http://icleiseas.org/ ;<http://icleiseas.org/>.
Yayasan ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability Indonesia
Jl. Karbela Selatan no. 46
Kuningan, Kel. Karet, Kec. Setiabudi
Jakarta Selatan - 12920
INDONESIA
Telp. +6221 2598 1322
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