Dear Colleagues,
Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2000/ 70
For those interested in applying - Good luck!
Wilco Liebregts
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ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC NOW HAS MORE THAN 500 PACIFIC ISLAND SPECIALISTS ON ITS
DATABASE. IN ADDITION, WE ALSO HAVE AN EXTENSIVE NETWORK OF INDIVIDUALS AND
ORGANISATIONS IN THE PACIFIC REGION FROM WHERE WE CAN SOURCE EXPERTISE.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.pacificforum.com/ecoconsult
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ECO-CONSULT PACIFIC appreciates a reference to its Pacific Vacancy
Announcement Service if you decide to send in an application.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Director, Indonesia Program
SUPERVISOR: Executive Director, Asia/Pacific Region
LOCATION: Jakarta, Indonesia
DATE PREPARED: May 31, 2000
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Director of the Indonesia Program is responsible for the design and
implementation of a coordinated, long-term strategy for the conservation of
biological diversity in Indonesia. S/he acts in concert with Yayasan Pusaka
Alam Nusantara (PA) and other partner organizations to affect policy, raise
conservation funding and build a strong national team with the skills needed
to develop and carry out a shared mission. The major duties will focus on
strategic planning, the development of biodiversity conservation
initiatives, coalition building, partner selection and capacity-building,
fundraising and long-term finance, and administration.
The Director will represent the Conservancy's programs broadly to the global
business community, Indonesia national government, various local, national
and international organizations, and TNC's Board of Governors and
Asia/Pacific Council. The Director is supervised by the Executive Director
of the Asia/Pacific Region, and supervises program, administrative, and
contract staff throughout Indonesia.
DUTIES:
1. Develop and implement a comprehensive conservation program in Indonesia.
2. Develop a strategic approach to selection of national, regional and local
partner organizations, institution-building, long-term funding strategies,
and model conservation projects in Indonesia.
3. Fundraise for the Indonesia program, PA and other partner organizations
from local, national and international sources and train Conservancy staff
and partners to raise funds. Ensure accountability for grant expenditures
and timely grant reporting.
4. Coordinate an effective approach to international funding sources
including multilateral and bilateral agencies. Design and negotiate grants,
contracts and policies that support a broad range of conservation activities
in Indonesia.
5. Conduct managerial oversight and administration of all Indonesia Program
activities, including budgeting, project development, staff management,
financial and contracts administration, and ensuring adherence to TNC
policies and procedures.
6. Recruit experts and consultants to assist Conservancy staff and partners
in implementing successful projects, while building the skills and long-term
capacity of Indonesian professionals and organizations.
7. Ensure local participation in all activities, including effective use of
advisory boards and regional coordinating committees. Assist in the
development and implementation of training programs as appropriate.
8. Work as part of a team to plan, implement, monitor and periodically
update the Conservancy's strategic approach to conservation in the
Asia/Pacific Region.
9. Represent TNC to businesses, NGOs, government agencies, and other
organizations as required to gain their assistance and cooperation. Assist
in working with staff, senior officials and decision-makers to develop
policies, incentive programs and partnerships that support and encourage
conservation and ecologically compatible development.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
1. At least 5 years successful work experience in one or more of the
following areas: conservation, natural resource management, business,
institutional development, government relations, or management of
non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Graduate degree and Indonesian
experience highly desirable.
2. Strong fundraising and negotiating skills, including successful
experience working with multilateral, bilateral and corporate donors.
3. Proven ability to produce tangible results, work independently, and lead
successful team projects. Excellent interpersonal skills and sensitivity to
an advisory role in dealing with partner organizations. Proven ability to
motivate and lead others to achievement.
4. Demonstrated successful experience in strategic thinking, organizing
complex projects and moving several objectives forward simultaneously,
especially in circumstances with high uncertainty and limited data. Proven
project planning, management and contract administration skills on large
projects.
5. Strong training, supervisory and networking skills.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English required.
Indonesian language skills desirable.
7. Ability to work effectively in cross-cultural situations with a wide
range of people in both the public and private sectors, including business,
non-governmental organizations, donor organizations, government, local
communities, consultants and volunteers. Knowledge and background in the
customs and government organizations of Indonesia.
8. Willingness to travel frequently and on short notice, often to remote areas.
9. Experience with electronic communications (i.e. E-mail, Internet, etc.)
as a user and familiarity with word processing.
10. Demonstrated commitment to conservation and the goals of The Nature
Conservancy. Able to make a minimum three-year commitment to Indonesia.
CONTACT: Kim Gould
Asia/Pacific Regional Office
The Nature Conservancy
923 Nuuanu Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96817
Fax: (808) 545-2019
kgould@...
THE NATURE CONSERVANCY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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