GRM International - Papua Politics Expert

HIV COOPERATION PROGRAM FOR INDONESIA (HCPI) Short Term Adviser – Papua Politics Expert The HIV Cooperation Program for Indonesia (HCPI) is funded through the Australian Government, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). This is an AUD72million project and is DFAT’s principle HIV prevention program in Indonesia. The project’s purpose is to help Indonesia plan, develop and implement an effective response to HIV. HCPI is entering its final year of implementation, with program activities expected to be completed by October 2015. In response to this there are reviews being undertaken by DFAT regarding programs that may follow-on from HCPI. One activity as part of these reviews is a Political Economy Analysis to better understand the nature of the public provision and how Government of Indonesia (GoI) might continue to address the health challenges in Tanah Papua. This study can help to inform where assistance can be most effective. HCPI proposes to hire Short-Term Advisers to undertake this review with a particular emphasis on healthcare provision (and can thus prioritise analysis of health services) it is also intended to serve as an analysis of public service provision in general. Purpose of Role The Papua Politics Expert adviser will work as part of a team to achieve the following objectives: ·       To map out the key players, incentives, and agendas involved in public service provision in Tanah Papua, with a particular focus on the Health sector ·       To identify how new initiatives / policies related to public service provision materialise, and how policy translates into regulation and resources at the provincial and district levels ·       To identify the political structures and incentives present around more successful / sustainable initiatives compared to those considered less successful ·       To identify the factors (and provide relevant examples) that determine more successful coordination between districts / sub-districts, amongst different local government offices/departments, and between the local government and other organizations involved in public service provisions such as NGOs / CSOs / foreign donors, and ·       To provide recommendations for the Papua Health design process, and to flag any risks, on how each component of the Papua Health program will be able to support and complement the others in order to achieve the program’s intended outcomes. How can the Papua Health program build common agendas. Duration It is expected that the contract will commence in mid-March 2015 with submission of a draft report by mid-April 2015, and a final report by May 2015, and will require 20-days input. Minimum experience required The Popua Politics Expert will need to demonstrate the following abilities: ·       Understanding of politics in Tanah Papua ·       Experience working on issues to do with politics in Tanah Papua, and preferably direct experience working with higher level politicians in the region ·       An ability to support the Team Leader and Synthesiser / Fieldwork Leader in understanding Tanah Papua’s political dynamics, institutions and leaders. Salary ARF compliant C 3 Role Click here to view the position description. Interested? Please submit your CV through the GRM International Careers Page (http://www.grminternational.com/jobs) Applications must be submitted by COB Monday 9th March 2015 About GRM International… GRM is a leading international professional services firm specializing in the provision of project design, management expertise and technical assistance to development projects for bilateral and multilateral funding agencies, governments and corporations. We assist developing regions globally to achieve sustainable economic growth……. and create a better future! To keep up to date with the latest jobs and news in the development sector and GRM, follow us on facebook | linkedin | twitter Would you like to apply to this job? Apply for the Short Term Adviser – Papua Politics Expert position