Executive Officer

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Working under the supervision of the Operations Director, the Executive Officer will provide high level support and assistance to the Operations Director, the Lead Technical Adviser and other senior managers of KSI. The Executive Officer will not have direct supervisory responsibility. The Executive Officer will work collaboratively with the managers and staff of the KSI team and, with external stakeholders in Government and in the private sector.

Program Background

The Knowledge Sector Initiative (KSI) program is a joint initiative between the Australian Government and BAPPENAS (The National Planning Agency) to improve the quality of public policies in Indonesia through the use of research, analysis and evidence. The program seeks to achieve this by supporting the capacity building of think tanks, to improve the quality of their research to meet policy maker’s needs, improve systems and regulations in government to support research-based policy making, and to develop effective models for procuring and using research to strengthen policies in education, health and social protection that will benefit the country’s poor. The program, projected to be 15 years in duration, will begin implementation in May 2013.

The overall goal of KSI is that Indonesia has the capacity to develop effective and socially accountable policies that meet priority development needs. Revitalising the Indonesian knowledge sector is an enormous effort, well beyond the scope of any one agency or development partner. AusAID’s objective in supporting this program is to catalyse reform efforts by providing its partners with a framework and resources to drive a reform process. It does not do everything. Designing the program interventions required striking a balance between the need for a comprehensive approach to knowledge sector reform and realism about what can be achieved with limited capacities, resources, and timeframes. Nevertheless, analysis suggests that in Indonesia the time is ripe for launching this change.

The person selected for this role will have at least 10 years policy and operational experience working in government, with donor supported programs and will have good links into the university and research sector in Indonesia. Candidates without at least 10 years relevant experience will not be considered.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Working under the supervision of the Operations Director, the Executive Officer will provide high level support and assistance to the Operations Director, the Lead Technical Adviser and other senior managers of KSI. The Executive Officer will not have direct supervisory responsibility. The Executive Officer will work collaboratively with the managers and staff of the KSI team and, with external stakeholders in Government and in the private sector. The duties of the position include:

Carry out research and analysis to support strategic decision making with the program

    Undertake and present analytical work in relevant areas of interest to KSI as directed by senior management. This includes gathering relevant information on laws, regulations and practices pertaining to the situation in Indonesia in the governmental, non-government and private sectors, and in relation to the work of other international donors and related agencies.

Provide advice and support on critical program issues to the senior management team

Support stakeholder liaison

    Assist senior managers with stakeholder liaison through advice as well as participation in meetings, workshops, seminars and field visits as required
    An excellent knowledge of protocol and skills in setting up meetings with senior people and supporting the planning and management of committees

Mentoring and team support

    Work closely with the national and international staff to ensure that program objectives and work plans are clearly understood and are being implemented in accordance with agreed plans.



Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

    A higher degree in a suitable area that could include economics, law, science, social science, arts, or other relevant studies.
    A minimum of 10 years' experience working in a senior role that demonstrates the individual's capacity to undertake this role and a track record of achieving high level results and outcomes.
    Experience in a policy sector in Indonesia, from government, university, think tank or NGO perspective, essential.
    Demonstrated strong research and analytical skills.
    Fully proficient in writing and speaking in both the English and Indonesian languages.
    Superior communication and team work skills.

Interested candidates should send the following documentations: Application letter and CV with 3 referees. Please indicate the position you are applying for in the email subject, and submit the application by 15 September 2013 to hr@rti-indomd.rti.org

For more than 25 years, RTI has provided technical assistance to numerous clients and communities throughout Indonesia. Additional information on RTI and our long-standing work in Indonesia can be found at: http://www.rti.org/indonesia. RTI values equal employment opportunities. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Compensation will be determined according to the Indonesia salary scale.

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