Deputy Country Representative
Jakarta, Indonesia
THE APPLICATION DEADLINE is January 25, 2016
In an increasingly complex and
interconnected world, Asia plays a crucial global role. Would you be
excited at the prospect of employing your knowledge and skills to
improve lives, expand opportunities, and help societies flourish across
this dynamic region?
You could have this opportunity at The
Asia Foundation. Informed by six decades of experience and deep local
expertise, we address critical issues affecting Asia in the 21st
century: governance and law, economic development, women's empowerment,
environment, and regional cooperation. We work with innovative leaders
and communities to build effective institutions and advance
path-breaking reforms. Together with our partners, we are committed to
Asia’s continued development as a peaceful, just, and thriving region of
the world.
The Asia Foundation’s Indonesia Office in Jakarta is seeking a Deputy Country Representative.
This is a senior leadership position, overseeing programs and
operations funded by public and private donors. The Deputy Country
Representative will be actively involved in all areas of the
Foundation’s operations, including financial, administrative, and
personnel management, as well as help to oversee program development in
the Foundation’s core areas of assistance: advancing democracy, good
governance, and civic engagement; addressing environmental challenges;
empowering women; and promoting dialogue on regional cooperation. The
Deputy Country Representative also plays a key role in representing the
organization with the Indonesian government, public sector institutions,
civil society partners, donors, diplomatic missions, and the media.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in a relevant field, such as social science, law, public policy, international development, economics, foreign affairs or Asian Studies
- Minimum 7 years of experience managing international development programs, offices, or organizations, preferably in Asia
- Experience in human resource management, financial management and budget control, and strategic planning
- Strong skills in supervising, motivating, and building the capacity of multi-national staff and teams
- Excellent program management skills and experience, including designing new programs, establishing monitoring and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with donor regulations, coordinating across multiple programs, and identifying solutions to implementation challenges
- Substantive knowledge and technical expertise in at least one of the office’s key programming areas indicated above
- Proven fundraising ability
- Analytical and problem solving skills
- Excellent written communication skills, including proposal writing and report editing
- Strong representational and diplomatic skills; as well as interpersonal and intercultural competence
- Preferred: Work experience in Indonesia; language proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia.
Who are we looking for?
The ideal candidate is passionate
about leading programs and people in a collaborative, innovative,
culturally sensitive way that advances the impact of The Asia
Foundation’s work. You are a detail-oriented manager and clear
communicator who establishes shared goals and ensures accountability in
carrying out operational and programmatic initiatives to the highest
standards. You harness the talents and ideas of your staff and Asia
Foundation partners, and excel at fostering a culture of mutual respect
and learning. You are adept at analyzing and solving problems, managing
multiple responsibilities, prioritizing issues, and maintaining
stability in a challenging context.
Why work at The Asia Foundation in Indonesia?
You will have the opportunity to
contribute to the country’s development and, more broadly, to the
development, stability, and growth of the Asia region. You will help
promote a more effective and constructive engagement between government
and citizens, address critical environmental challenges, strengthen the
role of women in Indonesian society, and advance learning and awareness
about the country. You will work with and learn from dedicated, smart,
and accomplished colleagues, program partners, and local leaders and, in
the process, improve your skills and grow as a development
professional.
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications should be submitted by visiting our website: HERE and selecting “Employment Opportunities.” The application deadline is January 25, 2016
The Foundation offers excellent
benefits and salary commensurate with experience. The Asia Foundation
is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people of color are
encouraged to apply. No phone calls please.
