Friday, October 7, 2022

GIZ Indonesia for the Corruption Prevention in the Forestry Sector (CPFS) Project: Advisor on Good Governance in the Forestry Sector

The German Government (represented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft fuer Internationale Zusammenarbeit GIZ GmbH) has been supporting the Indonesian Government (represented by the Corruption Eradication Commission/CEC) in corruption prevention since 2007. The current phase of the cooperation project: Corruption Prevention in the Forestry Sector (CPFS) is supporting the Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission KPK to fulfil its mandate with a focus on corruption prevention in the forestry sector. CPFS is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by GIZ (German International Cooperation) with the Corruption Eradication Commission as the Project Executing Agency.

CPFS improves the effectiveness of corruption prevention in the forestry sector. By strengthening the capacity of relevant actors at national, provincial, district levels and the private sector for streamlining planning and licensing according to law, it also contributes to a coherent national and regional policy and regulation of the forestry sector. Hence, the three key work areas of the project are (1) regulatory and integrity standards in the forest sector through analysis, legal expertise, research and advocacy; (2) Strengthening the institutional capacity of the KPK, local governments and their administrative bodies and (3) improves the participation of local communities, NGOs, IPs and companies in state-led corruption prevention in the forest sector. In relation to the geographical coverage, it was agreed between KPK and BMZ that the Project works in Papua land.

 

The Corruption Prevention in the Forestry Sector (CPFS) is seeking one qualified Indonesian candidate for the following position: 

Advisor on Good Governance in the Forestry Sector


A.   Responsibilities

The Advisor on Good Governance in the Forestry Sector will fulfil a key role in the project team and will contribute to the overall objectives of the CPFS. The incumbent will be accountable to CPFS for the overall coordination of the project activities at the provincial and district levels on the issue of good governance in the forestry sector; for the quality, timeliness and effectiveness of the services provided and the activities carried out. The incumbent will directly work with the project teams and support to project planning, implementation and monitoring on good governance in the forestry sector at the provincial and district levels. She/He will be the focal point for communication to the participating partners, national organizations, and others concerning the implementation of the project at the sub-national level. 

These responsibilities include:

  • In close coordination with CPFS Advisors, manage activities to the achievement of project objectives.
  • Advice and support the subnational project partners (provinces and districts) in (1) strategic planning processes and designing approaches in preventing corruption in the forestry sector; (2) implementation of sub national corruption prevention program in the forestry sector (3) facilitating the operational of subnational forest governance multistakeholder forum (4) facilitating training and other capacity development measures to the targeted local government and other strategic stakeholders related to corruption prevention program in the forestry sector
  • Advice and support the national project partners in coordination, collaboration, supervision, monitoring relevant programs in the forestry sector in Papua region
  • Supervise the implementation of the CPFS cooperation with local institutions, consultants, interns, and NGOs in Papua region
  • Reporting and documentation of project results as well as review other documents concerning the progress of subnational corruption prevention program in the forestry sector. 

B.   Tasks 

1.   Management and coordination

  • Support the management and administration of CPFS activities in Papua region in adherence to GIZ policies and procedures.
  • Ensure the CPFS activities in Papua region are coordinated for effective implementation of the project.
  • Represent the project particularly for the stakeholders at the provincial and district level to do policy advice on highest level.
  • Coordinate, supervise and contribute to the preparation and implementation of project activities in line with strategic and annual working plan.
  • Coordinate joint activities and other technical cooperation related CPFS and other relevant partner institutions in the region.
  • Coordinate with CEC on challenges faced by local governments in implementing the action plan on preventing corruption in the forestry sector and provide recommendations Coordinate activities supported and implemented by international and national consultants work at the subnational levels.
  • Support the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer in coordinating and conducting evaluation the results of activities and give input/feedback for better implementation at the provincial, district, and community levels.
  • Contribute to the writing of the project progress and monitoring reports to supports M&E of CPFS activities.
  • Support CPFS Advisors in preparing the budget and activity plan and in monitoring the implementation of events and consultants or grantees at subnational level. 

2.   Professional Advisory Services

  • Advise partner institutions in identifying needs, developing concepts and strategies, and provide technical input related to the good governance in the forestry sector
  • Supervise and assist the multi stakeholder platform in carrying out its activities and follow up the recommendations
  • Advise the assigned local government officers in implementing action plans on corruption prevention program and good governance in the forestry sector
  • Deal with the design (term of references), preparation, and implementation of workshops, seminars and other events on issues related to the overall objectives of the CPFS activities, including performance evaluation.
  • Conduct necessary desk and field research as well analysis related to corruption prevention program of CEC and good governance in the forestry sector
  • Develop and organizes quality assurance measures and suggests necessary changes, improvements, and initiatives related to the good governance in the forestry sector
  • Participate in identifying needs for capacity development (including system/policy level, organizational and individual level) at the provincial level and in districts in line with project objectives.
  • Providing support and technical assistance for the capacity building on transparency and accountability in budget planning and monitoring of budget lines and expenditures at the province and district level
  • Develops networks with local governments, local NGOs, villages and other stakeholders in the forestry and other relevant natural resource management sectors.
  • Providing support and technical assistance for updating of CPFS strategic action plans, operational plans and annual work plans according to work progress, requirements of the CEC as well as sub national government authorities (keeping in mind the special autonomy of Papua region) and developments in the Indonesian forestry sector Contribute to continuous synchronization of CPFS strategic areas (capacity development, collaborative action and digitalization on corruption prevention)
  • Facilitate the communication of CPFS and its national partner institutions with the local governments on corruption prevention program and good governance in the forestry sector
  • Advise National and international consultants in getting clear picture of current political situations and status of forests governance in the district level
  • Assist in project activities at the sub national level related to gender mainstreaming considerations.
  • Assist the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and CPFS advisors in planning and coordinating project monitoring and evaluation. 

3.      Other duties/additional tasks

  • Performs other duties and tasks at the request of management.
  • Undertakes frequent visits to the field activities in project sites to ensure CPFS partner activities are proceeding as planned (in accordance with GIZ requirements).
  • Supports the provision of logistics for CPFS staff and visitors.
  • Accompanies and guides visitors in connection with field trips.
  • Stay abreast of developments in global and Indonesian approaches for forest and anticorruption issues, as well as Masyarakat adat and special autonomy of Papua Region 

4.      Networking and Cooperation

  • Ensures cooperation, regular contact and dialogue with partners; and cooperates with local communities, relevant organisations, non-governmental agencies and individuals in the project/programme environment and with other projects to improve and maintain good working relationships.
  • Establish network of contacts (NGO, Academia, civil society) in the Papua region and maintain communication and inform them on working progress of CPFS activities.
  • Communicates and channel local interests and efforts from Papua Region, forwards these and encourages sharing ideas and information for the benefit of CPFS.
  • Coordinates and supports activities of other GIZ projects especially FORCLIME.
  • Liaises with staff and implementers of other donors’ activities in Papua Region and identifies cooperation areas.
  • Supports project leader in smooth partner relations. 

5.      Knowledge management

  • Compiles relevant information on the topic of good governance in the forestry sector and ensures knowledge transfer including lessons learned documentation
  • Develops ready-to-use strategies and technical concepts, including guidelines, manuals and procedures
  • Monitors and coaches the implementation of the M and E System on local level. Draws up reports and presentation documents
  • Assists with research activities and studies on forest policy issues which benefit joint programmes.
  • Facilitate exchange and identify potential cooperation with other project site, other GIZ projects in Tanah Papua (FORCLIME) and government partners (Subnational Good Governance in the Forestry Sector Multistakeholder Forum) on the utilization of data and information of project-related activities.
  • Prepare documentation materials such as photos and video footages for project-related activities. 

C.   Required qualifications, competences and experience

Qualifications and experience

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in forestry/Natural Resource Management or other relevant academic fields.
  • Experience in forestry sector, good governance and multistakeholder management
  • Women are encouraged to apply for this position.
  • Person with a residence in Tanah Papua are preferred candidates
  • At least 5 years’ professional experience on work related to forestry/natural resource management, and Masyarakat Hukum Adat/social/anthropology.
  • Existing working relations with Tanah Papua.
  • Previous work experience with development projects will be an advantage.
  • A minimum of 3 (three) years professional experiences in project management. 

Additional competences

  • Strong managerial and organisational competence;
  • Willingness to travel extensively.
  • Good Knowledge of English and Bahasa Indonesia;
  • Willingness to up skill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management;
  • Good facilitation skills and communication skills;
  • Able to work independently and with limited resources or support 
Duty Station: Tanah Papua (Possible location: Jayapura/Manokwari/South Sorong/Tambrauw/Merauke) – local hire
Joining Date: ASAP
Direct Supervisor: Principal Advisor of CPFS                         

Interested candidates should submit a motivation letter, CV, trainings attended and list of references (a must), addressed to recruitment-indo@giz.de. The closing date to submit the application letter is on October 21st, 2022 

Please indicate your application by putting the following code in the subject line: CPFS – Advisor (repost) 

Please name your file as follow format:

[Your Complete Name]_[Motivation Letter/CV/Latest Education Certificate] (i.e: Nakula Sadewa _CV or Nakula Sadewa _Motivation Letter or Nakula Sadewa _Reference)

 

Only short-listed candidates will be notified.



 

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