Program Assistant, Indonesia

Project Summary:

The objective of SIAP-1 is to contribute to good governance in Indonesia by strengthening integrity and accountability in government principally at the national level.It will do this by supporting governmental and non-governmental efforts to strengthen integrity and accountability.

Scope of the Job:

Program Assistant position is held by experienced staff whose acquired knowledge and skills enable he/she to independently undertake diverse and complex work assignments (e.g. database, actively engage in program activities, major event/course planning, etc). Work requires extensive coordination with team members in SIAP-1 to ensure successful performance of the Strengthening Integrity and Accountability Program-1 as detailed in the Project Description of the Cooperative Agreement with USAID.

Responsibilities:

· Assist in the planning, coordination and arrangements for successful conduction of mission events such as seminars/conferences, training, meetings, presentations, and other: including travel and hotel arrangements, and trip itineraries

· Set up appointments/meetings with Government and partner organizations

· Handling administration and financial matters of the program implementation

· Collect and provide necessary information and contribute to the planning, organizing and developing of all aspects of the projects.

· Ensure timely implementation of activities, in accordance with project schedules issued by the Component Managers

· Draft/type letters, faxes, as well as documents and forms related to Program activities and administrative matters.

· Maintain an efficient filling system for all administrative and operational records

· Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by Admin, HR and Finance Manager and Component Managers.

General provisions and limitations:

· All final decisions related to this Project are made by the COP and MSI/HQ responsible and authorized personnel.

· Any communication with USAID is the authority of the COP and MSI/HQ responsible and authorized personnel.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor (S1) degree in relevant field of work or related studies

· Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

· Good management and administrative skills

· Experienced with programs that work with government, political parties and parliament.

· Have the capacity to work both independently as well as in a team setting

· Willing to undertake field travel and work under demanding conditions

· Ability to establish priorities and undertake assigned tasks with minimum supervision

· Ability to effectively multitask

· Proficient in spoken and written English, and in in the use of MS Office Software

**This is a local position; only Indonesian nationals will be considered.

Application should include a cover letter, CV (including three references) and contact number.

Please send applications to erahmi@msi-siap.comby 30 November 2011, at the latest Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.