Lowongan USAID LESTARI project

Tetra Tech ARD is currently accepting expressions of interest for the Landscape Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator, Gayo Lues/Aceh Tenggara based on our USAID LESTARI project. USAID’s LESTARI project supports the Government of Indonesia to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and conserve biodiversity in carbon rich and biologically significant forest and mangrove ecosystems.

Landscape Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator, Gayo Lues/Aceh Tenggara based

Job Summary: 

s/he is responsible to communicate a clear vision for the LESTARI landscape approach and to garner commitment and leadership from stakeholders to take tangible steps in reduce deforestation and degradation, as well as biodiversity conservation commitments. The role will also entail advocating and strengthening citizen-based mechanisms for public input, especially on land use planning and monitoring by working with local government, national park, forest management unit and other relevant stakeholders. This work is part of building stronger constituencies that are better informed and appreciative of their natural resources and the environment and increasing district governments’ willingness to adopt input from citizen-based mechanisms, based on developed trust between government and civil society. S/he will also be responsible for implementing LESTARI work plan activities in the Aceh Tenggara part of the Leuser Landscape, in close coordination with LESTARI staff and partners.

Requirements 

• include previous experience in a similar position for USAID project or other international donor projects; 
• minimum of 5 years of experience in developing and maintaining stakeholder networks; 
• strong understanding of consultation principles and tools and ability to apply these effectively; 
• highly developed influencing and relationship management skills; awareness and understanding of how government operates and experience of working in a policy environment; 
• in-depth understanding of land use governance, conservation and climate change issues is an advantage; 
• in-depth understanding of assigned district is an advantage; 
• excellent conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify and manage emerging issues and risks in relation to stakeholder coordination; 
• proficient in using computers with related knowledge of software programs and internet; 
• must also have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment; native fluency in spoken and written Indonesian; 
• professional competency in spoken and written English; familiar with USAID procedures and regulations is an advantage; 
• willing to work and travel intensively and extensively in the field; 
• and demonstrated ability to play collegial and leadership roles working on multi-disciplinary teams. University degree in related field required.

Further information about LESTARI, please visit our web site at www.lestari-indonesia.org. For a full Scope of Work for this position, please contact Recruitment Unit at: recruitment@lestari-indonesia.org.

Please submit a resume and three professional references by January 31, 2018 (the latest) with subject Landscape Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator, Gayo Lues/Aceh Tenggara based to: recruitment@lestari-indonesia.org.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Lowongan Kerja USAID LESTARI

USAID’s LESTARI project supports the Government of Indonesia to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and conserve biodiversity in carbon rich and biologically significant forest and mangrove ecosystems. Built on the strong foundation of USAID’s IFACS project, LESTARI applies a landscape
approach to reduce GHG emissions, integrating forest and peatland conservation with low emissions development (LEDS) on other, already degraded land. This is achieved through improved land use governance, enhanced protected areas management and protection of key species, sustainable private sector and industry practices, and expanded constituencies for conservation among various stakeholders. Together with the Leader of the Consortium and other Consortium Partners, Sahabat Cipta is currently implementing the project activities which is planned to be run until July 2020.

Currently Sahabat Cipta is looking for a Certification Coordinator.

Duty Station: Blangkejeren – Gayo Lues (and Tapaktuan during the initial months)

Duration of assignment: initial contract for 1 year with possibility of extension (subject of performance evaluation).

Objective of the assignment:

To develop and implement Internal Control System for certification of selected sectors/supply chains in Aceh landscape and ensure the selected supply chains can be certified in response to agreed terms and conditions
in the PPP agreements

TASKS

General Summary of Roles and Responsibility:

- Assist the Component Coordinator in developing and implementing work plan with reference to certification of selected supply chains
- Provide technical input, supervision and quality control in the certification process
- Address and solve problems arising as a result of implementation of certification

SPECIFIC TASKS

- Develop Internal Control System for certification of selected commodities
- Provide training for Internal Auditors (e.g. key farmers, key service providers)
- Provide technical advisory services to Internal Auditors in conducting inspection
- Determine areas for certification
- Organize farmers/beneficiaries for certification process
- Coordinate with certification bodies (External Auditors) for external audit
- Coordinate with the private sector partners in terms of certification needs
- Follow up recommendations from External Auditors following inspection and coordinate execution of recommendations
- Conduct quality control prior to internal and external audits
- Provide technical assistance in product marketing & ICS implementation

QUALIFICATIONS

- University degree in agriculture with relevant background
- Certified trainer in product certification
- A successful track-record in certification of agricultural products with experience and understanding of Aceh
- Computer literacy, including the use of office software
- Good report writing and communication skills

- Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to successfully work within a team
- High degree of self-motivation, commitment to achieve results, and integrity
- Flexibility for working and travelling according to needs
- Minimum 3 years experiences as Certification Coordinator

Interested candidate can submit his/her application together with a cover letter and curriculum vitae to: recruitment.ysc@sahabatcipta.or.id with a subject: Certif. Coordinator - [name of the candidate] by 23 May 2016, 5pm Jakarta time at the latest.

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