Vacancy : Local Project Officer - SEA

Vacancy

Position: Local Project Officer – Sustainable Energy Access (based in Semarang, Central Java).

Background

Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR), a think tank in energy and environment, is working on an initiative to transform Indonesia's energy sector to be more sustainable and low carbon.

One of our work themes is Solar Revolution Hub under Sustainable Energy Access Program, concentrating on mainstreaming solar energy development in Indonesia to advance renewable energy adoption nation-wide. Within this theme, we work to energize discussions on solar energy with and provide technical assistance to diverse stakeholders, run campaigns for broader disseminations on relevant issues, as well as implementing clean energy solutions at sub-national levels. With formal agreement signed by both IESR and Central Java Provincial Government, IESR will take intensive work in Central Java for the next two years in supporting solar energy development within the region. We are looking for young, vibrant, qualified, and experienced people to work together for this cause, preferably one already based in Semarang or other locations in Central Java.

About the Position

IESR is looking for Local Project Officer (LPO) Sustainable Energy Access. S/he will be responsible for coordinating tasks under Solar Revolution Hub, between IESR management in Jakarta with stakeholders in Central Java. S/he will be IESR’s point of contact in Semarang and contribute in developing detailed plans for tasks implementation, manage day-to-day implementation of projects, and to communicate regularly with a wide range of stakeholders. S/he will work under Program Manager Sustainable Energy Access and will be stationed at the Energy and Mineral Resources Department, Central Java Provincial Government.

IESR is seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and qualified candidate to join our dynamics team.

Key roles and responsibilities

·     Carry out daily tasks of projects implementation, including organizing stakeholder workshops, writing reports, collecting data, and performing periodical travels.

·     Ensure regular communication between IESR’s office in Jakarta with local governments at different levels, universities, business and commercials, local project partners, CSOs, news media, and other IESR’s partners. S/he will also assist Program Manager Sustainable Energy Access to develop a strategy for gathering learnings from the program.

·     Contribution to other work themes when necessary.

Qualification

·     An Indonesian native, educated to bachelor’s degree level from a reputable university, majoring in engineering or natural sciences with minimum 2 years’ work experience in a relevant field.

·     Those who already reside in Semarang or other locations in Central Java are preferred (IESR will not cover relocation costs).

·     Sufficient background and understanding of energy and energy access issues, power/electricity, and renewable energy (policy, research, project development etc.) is strongly preferred.

·     Demonstrable experience in project management including planning and organization of stakeholder workshops, meetings, etc.

·     Experience of communicating and networking with external stakeholders, including government, research institutes, and CSOs.

·     Experience of working in community development and with communities at grass-root level is an advantage.

·     Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrable ability to work as part of a team, including with external partners, and distance working.

·     Professional English fluency, at least in speaking, is required.

·     Excellent with MS Office/MS Office-like system.

·     Available to work started in early August 2020.

  

Starting Date

Expected start in early August 2020, with 3 months’ probation.

Salary

Salary and benefits are competitive and will be commensurate with the candidate's qualification and experiences.

How to apply

1.    Candidate to download application form from IESR website.

2.    Send the completed application form, together with an application letter and latest CV to hrd@iesr.or.id before August 2^nd, 2020.

3.    Only qualified candidates will be called for an interview.

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