PROGRAM DESIGN SPECIALIST (PDS)

CARE International Indonesia (CII), as an international NGO, has carried out large scale operations in Indonesia, encompassing emergency operations, transitional activities centered on agriculture and nutrition and a range of development initiatives in such areas as water and sanitation, health and micro-credit.

CARE Indonesia Head Quarter in Jakarta is currently recruiting the following position:

JOB TITLE : PROGRAM DESIGN SPECIALIST (PDS)

DEPARTMENT/PROJECT : PROGRAM/CIIHQ

REPORTS TO : PROGRAM DESIGN AND QUALITY MANAGER

JOB SUMMARY

The Program Design Specialist develops programs and participates in the development of tools associated with the quality implementation of the programs within CII. Responsibilities include the development of concept notes and proposals, development of monitoring and evaluation tools, and assistances in impact analysis of programs. CII in performing its mandate in Indonesia provides humanitarian assistances to vulnerable people, mainly women and children in various provinces in the country. Currently, a number of programs are being implemented by different departments in CII together with partners and target communities, this requires that PDS works or consults with all of the involved stakeholders to ensure participative program planning and development. PDS also provides technical consultation to team members and program staff in program implementation and monitoring, and contributes in developing evaluation tools to support current organizational priorities and are in line with policies and standards developed by CARE’s Program Quality and Impact Group. S/he plays an important role in streamlining CARE’s “program approach” and making the shift from projects to programs.

The PDS assists the Program Design and Quality Manager in ensuring that CII programs are achieving impact against agreed-upon indicators and that the impact is being measured and reported. The PDS continuously assesses and ensures the synergy of CII programs with government development planning at all levels.

S/he assists in analyzing capacity building needs within CII and assists in arranging trainings to enhance program quality and learning, in coordination with Regional Managers.

S/he liaises with partners and donors, and stays informed of programmatic developments within the country and around the world. The PDS also routinely attends conferences and coordination meetings to keep abreast of current developments in he/r field.

The PDS reports to the Program Design and Quality Manager, and together with the PDQM and the Program Monitoring and Evaluation Officer ensures quality and timely submission of concepts/proposals and cost-effective conduct of studies, surveys & researches, and required assessment of projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

Responsibility #1: Program Development

· Guided by the CII strategic plan, and inspired by donors and government priorities, identify new programming opportunities; research, monitor, and collaborate on funding opportunities with a range of donors (international, multi-laterals, private foundations);

· Develop program proposals and necessary tools and assist in establishing quality control system. (Including Go-No Go decision for new opportunities, pipeline tracking ports, updated profiles of partners and networks. Related to quality control system, works with PDQ Unit and Program Managers in setting up indicators as basis of program action plans);

· Contribute to the development of impact analysis tools;

· Ensure that proposal pipeline target is maintained at viable level;

· Provide support to the PDQM in maintaining effective communications with related stakeholders regarding program development;

· Explore possibilities of program funding diversification, including approach by program or by sector, or new program implementation approaches (e.g., implementation through partners, market-based intervention delivery);

· Ensure that updated mapping of donors are maintained.

Responsibility

#2: Program Quality

· Support the transformation of CII’s approach from project to program;

· Work with the PDQM, M&E and other staff to generate viable program pipeline in line with CO strategy and assist in identifying and securing funding for those programs;

· Ensure that GED issues are properly considered / integrated in the design of all programs/projects.

· Ensure the incorporation of RBA into CARE’s program cycle;

· Provide support to project implementation on effective project monitoring and evaluation system that allows accurate donors reporting and timely course corrections as necessary;

· Ensure that lessons learned are documented, disseminated and used to inform ongoing and future practices and program development.

Responsibility #3:

External Relations and Partnerships

· Establish and maintain regular and transparent communications and effective working relations with relevant counterparts of GOI, CI Members, donors, locally based INGOs, networks, coalitions and stakeholders relevant to PDQ;

· Uphold CARE’s good image at all levels, internal and external;

· Articulate to all stakeholders CARE’s mission statement, apolitical nature, and core values;

· Ensure compliance to all local and national government protocols properly observed;

· Maintain a high standard of transparency and accountability in all transactions carried out with partners.

Responsibility #4: General Tasks

· Report and update progress achieved at a regular basis;

· Participate in AOP (Annual Operating Plan) review and coordination meeting.

CONTACTS/KEY RELATIONSHIPS

This section may include both internal and external relationships

Key Relationship Position Relationship

Internal Program Design and Quality Manager Supervisor

Program DM&E Officer Team member

Program Director Indirect supervision

Other Managers & specialists Coordination related to performance of tasks

External Government

Local Partners & Networks

CARE Canada/other CI Members

Donors

Other Agency

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's Degree in related field

2. Experience minimum 5years in development field

3. Knowledge and experience in community participatory processes, M&E, and various programs

4. Extensive conceptual skills of program strategy and development

5. Demonstratedexperience in writing clear, logical & informative concepts and reports in English

6. Demonstrated experience with proposal development with range of international donors

7. Knowledge and experience in developing program design and in donor compliance and reporting

8. Demonstrated experience in program implementation and evaluation

9. Demonstrated leadership and team work skills

10. Ability to share and transfer knowledge

11. Master time management skill

12. Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills

13. Experience with performance management

14. Strong representation and negotiation skills

15. Demonstrated use of positive coping strategies in stressful environments

16. Demonstrated cross cultural communication skills

17. Computer literate and able to work with various packages; Ms Excel, Word, Power Point

18. Able to work under strenuous conditions and produce tangible results

19. Experience in working in partnerships with national and international NGOs

20. Experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with donors and government counterparts

WORKING CONDITIONS

Jakarta 70%; Travel 30%

TERMS OF OFFER

CARE is an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary and benefits package, and a collegial working environment. Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above positions, and detailed curriculum vitae, with names and addresses of three referees (including telephone, fax numbers and email address). Please DO NOT attached academic transcripts and Diplomas and state clearly the applied position code in the email subject.

Please submit your applications before 7 January 2011 to CARE International Indonesia

Human Resources Unit:

recruit_561@careind.or.id

"Only qualified applicants will be shortlisted"