The American Red Crosshelps vulnerable people around the world to prevent, prepare for and respond to disasters, complex humanitarian emergencies and life-threatening health conditions. It is a member of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies(IFRC) and works with Palang Merah Indonesia.
Following the completion of the Tsunami Recovery Program (TRP) in June 2010, American Red Cross is presently developing an Indonesia Recovery Program (IRP. The IRP Program will be focusing on four main areas: Water & Sanitation, Health, Disaster Management, and Organizational Development).
Therefore, the American Red Cross is currently seeking the Sr. DM Program Officer for the IRP Program to be based in Jakarta with 12 months fixed term contract:
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Program Representation
- Support Program Advisor with number of program related issues and sectors – most especially associated with Disaster Management primarily with the Indonesia Red Cross and International Federation of the Red Cross
- Support Program Advisor to institutionalize Disaster Management guidelines and policies as developed internally within ARC, Movement and externally i.e. UN, local authorities
- Provide field assistance to the team conducting assessments, monitoring if required;
- Attend meetings, workshops and/or training programs as required. Present program ideas and carry out discussions on behalf of ARC when required.
- Undertake tasks and small projects as assigned by the Country Representative or Program Advisor when required;
- Support Program Advisor in the preparation of program documentation, assessments and studies as required;
* Program Administration, Research and Development
- Take part in all phases of program development, especially related to Disaster Management related to assessments, design, implementation, M&E etc.
- Support Program Advisor in the development of program planning schedules and progress of the programs;
- Support Program Advisor to follow up program related issues with DM division at PMI-NHQ (expense reports, transfer cash, documents approval)
- As able, provide technical support to PMI-NHQ to capture the learning from other ARC activities and assist in improving their standards and guidelines.
- Participate in field assessments with PMI and ARC staff
- Assist Program Advisor in the identification and development of new projects activities in cooperation with PMI colleagues.
- Support Program Advisor in the preparation of required documentation needed for concept papers and/or proposals.
- Carry out meetings to gather information
- Report requirements:
Monthly progress reports to Program Advisor, quarterly analysis documentation to capture lessons and action oriented recommendations for the future. Participation, inputs and support in a number of other documentation/information processes, mentioned within the JD.
* Performance Assessment
The successful candidate will be assessed on the quality of performance per project and on the competencies associated with the requirements of the job. Where there are gaps in experience and where feasible, the American Red Cross will strive to train or coach the candidate.
Qualifications:
* University degree in Social Science and or relevant field is required. Master Degree is preferred
* Minimum 3-4 years experience in disaster preparedness field.
* 2-3 years experience with International Development or Relief or related professional experience at a similar capacity
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Good level of understanding about organizational change
* Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
* Proficiency in English and Indonesian (written and spoken) required.
* Good computers skills (Windows, Spreadsheets, Word Processing)
* Preferably have past experience working with PMI, International Red Cross/Red Crescent or INGO.
* Self-motivated, with good judgment and initiative.
* Able to prioritize, meet deadlines, and achieve results through collaboration.
* Must be flexible and adaptive to change
* Able to work in difficult operating environment e.g. disaster affected area
Please submit your application and curriculum vitae in English to hr@amredcross.org, placing the job title in the subject line and label your CV with your name (CV max. 200KB size). Only short listed candidates will be notified. Applications submitted Friday, October 07, 2011 after2pm will not be considered.
Qualified Woman are encouraged to apply
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