Job Title : Project LeaderLocation : Banda Aceh
Reports to : the Program Director and the Board of Directors
Starting date : 1 June 2010
Background to the position:
The Leuser International Foundation (LIF) is currently implementing the Aceh Forest and Environment Project (AFEP), funded by the Multi Donor Fund to help integrate environment and forest protection into the recovery and future development of Aceh. To proceed with the implementation and especially the completion of this project, there is an opening for a Project Leader (Indonesian nationality) based in Banda Aceh.
Primary Function:
Supervise the implementation and completion of AFEP in the Leuser Ecosystem Area.
Prepare all the necessary reports relating to the project.
Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
1. Supervise and motivate a team making up the Area Management Unit (AMU) focusing on the Leuser Ecosystem.
2. Oversee and direct the work of the top line managers in the AMU, such as the Administrative and Finance Manager and the Ecosystem Manager.
3. Liaise with the local government especially the Aceh Green team to get the redesign process completed with LE conservation concerns included.
4. Collaborate and co-ordinate activities with Project Coordination Unit AFEP and FFI for effective implementation of project.
5. Liaise with the relevant government agencies to ensure smooth implementation/completion of the AFEP project.
6. Be ultimately responsible for project expenditures, procurements and the implementation of project activities.
7. Represent the Area Management Unit at Steering Committee meetings.
8. Organise and be responsible for the production of project reports and financial audits and to submit these on time to stakeholders.
9. Collaborate with the management of LIF on issues such as administration, fundraising, communication, and policies.
10. Prepare projects for the sustainable financing of the Leuser Ecosystem conservation activities.
11. Responsible for the implementation of AFEP Communication Strategy.
12. Responsible for achieving project logframe results.
Required Qualifications and Competencies:
1. Tertiary qualification in forestry/protected areas/conservation.
2. At least 10 years in project management with experience in conservation.
3. Experience in working with civil societies
4. Experience in working in collaboration with the government
5. Fluent in English.
6. Knowledge about remote sensing techniques an asset
7. Work well with local communities as well as government officials
8. Willing to work in a high-pressure environment and dedicated to working full time.
9. Working experience in providing leadership to field staff.
Travel:
Position will be based in Banda Aceh, with frequent travel to project sites and LIF offices (Aceh, North Sumatra, Jakarta).
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (six months with possible extension)
Grade & Salary: As agreed in contract.
How to apply
Closing date: 20 May 2010
Submit a cover letter and CV to :
Leuser International Foundation
Plaza Gani Djemat 6th floor
Jalan Imam Bonjol No. 76 – 78
Jakarta 10310, Indonesia
and/or
leuser5@gmail.com
Please include details of current post and remuneration and details of referees.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Reports to : the Program Director and the Board of Directors
Starting date : 1 June 2010
Background to the position:
The Leuser International Foundation (LIF) is currently implementing the Aceh Forest and Environment Project (AFEP), funded by the Multi Donor Fund to help integrate environment and forest protection into the recovery and future development of Aceh. To proceed with the implementation and especially the completion of this project, there is an opening for a Project Leader (Indonesian nationality) based in Banda Aceh.
Primary Function:
Supervise the implementation and completion of AFEP in the Leuser Ecosystem Area.
Prepare all the necessary reports relating to the project.
Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
1. Supervise and motivate a team making up the Area Management Unit (AMU) focusing on the Leuser Ecosystem.
2. Oversee and direct the work of the top line managers in the AMU, such as the Administrative and Finance Manager and the Ecosystem Manager.
3. Liaise with the local government especially the Aceh Green team to get the redesign process completed with LE conservation concerns included.
4. Collaborate and co-ordinate activities with Project Coordination Unit AFEP and FFI for effective implementation of project.
5. Liaise with the relevant government agencies to ensure smooth implementation/completion of the AFEP project.
6. Be ultimately responsible for project expenditures, procurements and the implementation of project activities.
7. Represent the Area Management Unit at Steering Committee meetings.
8. Organise and be responsible for the production of project reports and financial audits and to submit these on time to stakeholders.
9. Collaborate with the management of LIF on issues such as administration, fundraising, communication, and policies.
10. Prepare projects for the sustainable financing of the Leuser Ecosystem conservation activities.
11. Responsible for the implementation of AFEP Communication Strategy.
12. Responsible for achieving project logframe results.
Required Qualifications and Competencies:
1. Tertiary qualification in forestry/protected areas/conservation.
2. At least 10 years in project management with experience in conservation.
3. Experience in working with civil societies
4. Experience in working in collaboration with the government
5. Fluent in English.
6. Knowledge about remote sensing techniques an asset
7. Work well with local communities as well as government officials
8. Willing to work in a high-pressure environment and dedicated to working full time.
9. Working experience in providing leadership to field staff.
Travel:
Position will be based in Banda Aceh, with frequent travel to project sites and LIF offices (Aceh, North Sumatra, Jakarta).
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (six months with possible extension)
Grade & Salary: As agreed in contract.
How to apply
Closing date: 20 May 2010
Submit a cover letter and CV to :
Leuser International Foundation
Plaza Gani Djemat 6th floor
Jalan Imam Bonjol No. 76 – 78
Jakarta 10310, Indonesia
and/or
leuser5@gmail.com
Please include details of current post and remuneration and details of referees.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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