Position title : Private Sector Engagement Lead
Location : Jakarta, IndonesiaDepartment Name
: Program Delivery
At the heart of Pact is the promise of a better tomorrow. A nonprofit
international development organization founded in 1971, Pact works on the
ground in nearly 40 countries to improve the lives of those who are challenged
by poverty and marginalization. We serve these communities because we envision
a world where everyone owns their future. To do this, we build systemic
solutions in partnership with local organizations, businesses, and governments
that create sustainable and resilient communities where those we serve are
heard, capable, and vibrant. Pact is a recognized global leader in
international development. Our staff have a range of expertise in areas
including public health, capacity development, governance and civil society,
natural resource management, poverty, fragile states, monitoring and
evaluation, small-scale and artisanal mining, microfinance and more. This
expertise is combined in Pact’s unique integrated approach, which focuses on
systemic changes needed to improve people’s lives.
Department
Programs - Pact strives for a world where all people are heard, capable, and
vibrant. The Programs Team helps realize this objective by bridging program
management, technical support, and business development, enabling Pact to
achieve its global strategy. We ensure program excellence through continuous
learning, monitoring and evaluation and provide organizational and
industry-wide thought leadership by leveraging a complementary set of
cross-functional, multi-disciplinary skills, expertise, and experiences. The
Programs team: influences progressive change through the development and
implementation of global and regional strategies and business plans; supports
advancement of innovative solutions; pursues new business opportunities; and
drives effective internal and external engagement to maximize Pact’s impact
across the globe. Across all aspects of its role, the Programs Department
adheres to and promotes a culture of inclusion, accountability, and respect.
Position Overview
Pact Inc. seeks a Private Sector Engagement Lead for the five-year Sustainable
Environmental Governance Across Regions (SEGAR) project in Indonesia. SEGAR
will support local governments in realizing the political and economic
potential of the global demand for verifiable deforestation-free goods, and be
part of the large-scale shift to sustainable, inclusive development. It will
strengthen inclusive subnational environmental governance and increase
implementation of environmental and social sustainability goals in private
sector natural resource commodity production supply chains.
S/he will explore innovative and effective approaches to building partnerships
and alliances with private sector parties that are interested in adopting
responsible investment practices towards deforestation and degradation-free
agriculture, agroforestry, and forestry businesses. S/he will coordinate
closely with the Chief of Party and the Deputy Chief of Party across all
project initiatives and activities.
The Private Sector Engagement Lead is a key personnel position and is subject
to donor approval. Once selected and approved, the candidate is expected to
serve for the full duration of the project.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct the private sector component as the lead technical specialist for
achieving expected results related to increasing market-driven solutions and
sustainability in natural resource commodity supply chains.
- Map relevant networks of private sector companies and associations,
focusing on but not limited to the agriculture, forestry, and mining sectors
- Build and maintain relationships with relevant private sector partners
across Indonesia to increase green financing opportunities in the region
- Promotes private sector engagement with local govt and other stakeholders
for mutually beneficial collaboration to improve natural resource governance
and environmental and social sustainability goals.
- Work closely with Earthworm Foundation and other SEGAR partners to foster
a private sector- led community of practice of sustainable natural resource
commodity supply chains.
- Design and structure business cases tailored to specific prospects,
funding opportunities, and potential partners, and develop new and innovative
business models to generate and scale significant growth in non-traditional
investments related to sustainable commodities
- Advise on financial, performance, and other risks to deals and identify
appropriate risk mitigation and management plans
- Participate in and convene forums that connect investors and companies
with innovative portfolios of low-emissions projects
- Key personnel serving as a member of the Core Management Team and ensure
regular communication with other sector leads and site managers on private
sector engagement
- Supervise sustainable investing unit technical staff namely the Finance
and Investment Specialist, Sustainable Enterprise Specialist, and consultants
in implementation of project activities
- Contribute to the preparation and submittal of annual work plans and
periodic progress reports and assist with monitoring relevant program
indicators and evaluating program results
Basic Requirements
- Advanced degree in economics, agronomy, finance, or another field related
to private sector engagement
- Extensive experience and established networks with local, regional, and
international
private sector actors along natural resource commodity supply chains committed
to
environmental and social standards
- Expertise in environmental and social standards for natural resource
commodity
supply chains and advising private sector actors in applying these standards
- Understanding of financial management and ability to identify and propose
strategies on risk management and mitigation
- Experience in developing financing mechanisms for commodity producers,
from
smallholders to large producers, to shift sustainable practices in
collaboration with
local and regional financing facilities
- Proven ability to work with private sector actors, all levels of
government, NGOs, and
smallholder communities, building mutual understanding of environmental and
social
best practices
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English, orally and in
writing
- Ability to travel on occasion domestically and regionally for forums and
events.
- Indonesian nationals only
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in private sector-led establishment and scaling of High
Conservation Values (HCV) and High Carbon Stock (HCS)approaches and
multi-stakeholder KEE management
- Experience working with USG funding
Pact is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its
selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, citizenship
status, genetic information, matriculation, family responsibilities, personal
appearance, credit information, tobacco use (except in the workplace),
membership in an employee organization, or other protected classifications or
non-merit factors.
All applications will be treated in confidence. Only short-listed candidates
will be notified and invited for interviews.
Please submit your cover letter of application and detailed curriculum vitae in
English by email not later than April 20, 2021 to: indonesiahr@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
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Pact is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its
selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity,
marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee
organization, or other non-merit factors.