Grade: NOA
Vacancy no.: DC/JAKARTA/NO/2024/02
Publication date: 01 March 2024
Application deadline (midnight local time): 14 March 2024
Job ID: 11690
Department: RO-Asia and the Pacific
Organization Unit: CO-Jakarta
Location: Jakarta
Contract type: Fixed Term
Contract duration: One year, with possibility of extension subject to performance and budget availability
Under article 4.2, paragraph (e) of the Staff Regulations, the filling of vacancies in technical cooperation projects does not fall under Annex I of the Staff Regulations and is made by direct selection by the Director-General.
In order to support the best informed process in the filling of the above-mentioned vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their application online by the above date.
The following are eligible to apply:
- ILO Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations.
- External candidates*
*The recruitment process for National Officer positions is subject to specific local recruitment and eligibility criteria.
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Technical cooperation appointments are not expected to lead to a career in the ILO and they do not carry any expectation of renewal or conversion to any other type of appointment in the Organization. A one-year fixed-term contract will be given. Extensions of technical cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance.
*Conditions of employment for external candidates: In conformity with existing ILO practice, the appointment of an external candidate will normally be made at the first step of this grade.
Introduction
With the aim to achieving the goal of decent work for all in Indonesia, the ILO in Indonesia, in cooperation with its partners (in particular the Ministry of Manpower, and the representative employers' and workers' organizations), implements the Decent Work Country Programme (DWCP) for Indonesia. The DWCP has the following three priority areas: Priority 1 (Effective social dialogue that promotes sustainable business and workersโ welfare), Priority 2 (Job creation and youth employment), and Priority 3 (Enhancing protection for vulnerable groups of workers). The DWCP is an integral part of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) for Indonesia.
The ILO Indonesia intends to implement the project โImproving OSH and social conditions for women and men in coffee farmer communities in Vietnam and Indonesia - A Vision Zero Fund (VZF) Projectโ. The project aims to improve workplace safety and health, labour law compliance, social protection and gender equality in the coffee supply chains in Vietnam and Indonesia. It is funded by the ILO Vision Zero Fund and Nestlรฉ. End beneficiaries include coffee smallholder farms and collectors. The regional focus of project activities in Indonesia are key coffee growing areas in South Sumatra. The project also aims to strengthen coffee supply chain sustainability and farmersโ livelihoods.
The National Project Officer will support the international Project Manager/CTA in all aspects of project implementation. The position will be based in Jakarta, Indonesia, under the responsibility of the ILO Country Office for Indonesia and Timor Leste (CO Jakarta). The incumbent will be required to maintain a close working relationship with the ILO senior OSH expert of the Decent Work Team (DWT), Bangkok, and other ILO technical experts, based in the ILO RO-Asia and for the Pacific and the ILO Headquarters, including the VZF Global Team. S/he will also work closely with the Programme Unit of the CO Jakarta, notably its OSH Focal Point, and with other projects and units of the ILO in Indonesia, as needed. The position will establish and maintain close working relationships with ILO constituents in Indonesia.
Reporting Lines
The NPO will work under direct supervision of the CTA (based in Jakarta) and under general guidance from the Director of the ILO in Indonesia and Timor Leste. S/he will receive further technical guidance and support from the ILO senior OSH expert (based with the DWT in Bangkok) and other relevant ILO technical experts, based in the field and in ILO headquarter. Furthermore, the position will work closely with the projectโs administrative and financial assistant and provide support and guidance, as needed.
Description of Duties
1. Support the effective coordination and planning, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of project activities, in conformity with ILO policies and project strategies, and in accordance with ILO programming guidelines and country/action programs, and administrative and financial procedures, in consultation with the responsible units/field office.
2. Establish and maintain effective working relations with relevant national partners. Promote opportunities for collaboration, notably in the fields of knowledge sharing and capacity development, including on OSH in agriculture and strengthening of social dialogue.
3. Assist in setting up an adequate monitoring and results measurement system.
4. Assist in reviewing progress and final reports and other data for clarity, consistency and completeness and monitor the progress of project activities.
5. Assist in the programming and control of resources of the project, prepare budget estimates and expenditure forecasts by analysing and monitoring situation of resources as compared to planned activities and making recommendations for remedial action. Identify problems, propose solutions and actions.
6. Participate in the preparation and conduct of conferences, seminars, workshops, training sessions, and consultative meetings. Provide technical input, including designing PowerPoint presentations. Undertake missions to project sites independently or accompanying others.
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7. Draft, edit, or translate into local language official correspondence, statements and speeches and other public information materials.
8. Liaise with other agenciesโ counterparts (as relevant) to promote ILO's values, increase the project's visibility and seek opportunities to scale-up project interventions, in collaboration with ILO colleagues and the ILO Vision Zero Fund team in ILO Headquarters.
9. Promote ILO policies in related technical areas of the project.
10. Assist in the preparation of briefs, background information, technical reports and periodic progress reports and statistical data on status of the overall activities of the Project.
11. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the CTA and/or the Country Director
Required qualifications
Education
University degree in economics, public policies, development studies or another related field,
Experience
At least two years of professional experience at the national level in the area of project management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. Proven experience in working effectively with the ILOโs tripartite constituents (notably Ministry of Manpower, employer and worker organisations), development partners and the private sector would be an asset.
Technical requirements: Good knowledge of OSH-related topics (incl. OSH in agriculture, OSH in the informal economy, OSH and gender, and OSH and climate change) and responsible sourcing/supply chain due diligence. Good knowledge of Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work (other than OSH). Knowledge of the Indonesian coffee supply chain would be an asset.
Languages
Excellent knowledge of the working language of the duty station and excellent knowledge of English.
Competencies
- Proven ability to act with integrity and transparency by maintaining social, ethical and organisational norms, and to meet all commitments within the prescribed time, cost and quality standards
- Good knowledge of the projectโs areas of expertise (context, challenges, technical topics)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent report-writing skills both in English and Indonesian
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to clarify information
- Demonstrate collaborative and teamwork experience and ability to work effectively with a multicultural and interdisciplinary team; demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes
- Ability to promote knowledge sharing and learning culture
- Ability to work independently, quickly, precisely, and take initiative and responsibility
- Ability to work under pressure and to meet the deadline
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, web-browsers and database applications
- Ability to interact with people with tact and diplomacy.
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.
Recruitment process
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit the ILO Jobs website. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
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