Lowongan Kerja Jakarta Raya Posisi Employment Policy Specialist di DT Global

Location

Jakarta, Indonesia

Ad Title

Employment Policy Specialist

Program Background

Poverty Alleviation and Comprehensive, Inclusive and Adaptive Social Protection (PROAKTIF) is a new three-year partnership between the Government of Australia and the Government of Indonesia, to strengthen Indonesia’s social protection policies and systems. A central feature of the program is that it provides support to the Secretariat of the National Team for the Acceleration of Poverty Reduction (TNP2K), a policy think tank which provides evidence-based policy advice and coordination across a range of GoI ministries and agencies. This longstanding partnership has contributed to Australia and Indonesia’s joint goals to address poverty and inequality and reduce barriers to inclusive economic growth.

PROAKTIF has two outcomes that emphasize Australia’s intent to support and empower the TNP2K Secretariat over the next three years: 1) TNP2K makes an effective contribution to reforming and improving poverty alleviation programs in Indonesia, and 2) Enabling facility optimises TNP2K performance, including in the promotion of GEDSI and performance monitoring.

About DT Global

DT Global works in partnership with communities, governments, and the private sector to deliver innovative solutions that transform lives. DT Global – launched in 2019 – is built on legacy companies AECOM’s International Development Services Sector, Development Transformations, IMC Worldwide, and Cardno International Development. To fulfill its profit-for-purpose mission, DT Global is a key donor to the DT Institute, an independent not-for-profit organization, in support of DTI’s efforts to test new ideas or expand on donor partner priorities to improve as many lives as possible.

Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries. We bring over 60 years of experience, relationships, and technical excellence to improve lives on behalf of our partners, clients, and stakeholders. We aim to maximize sustainable development impact across a wide range of practice areas, including Conflict Prevention, Stabilization & Transition; Economic Growth; Environment & Infrastructure; Governance; and Human Development. Together, we aim to positively impact 500 million lives by 2045.

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The Role
To support Leader of Economic Capacity Improvement Policy Team in conducting analysis and providing policy recommendation related to employment.

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About You

It is expected that the successful candidate will possess the following: 

• Master’s degree in economics/public finance/public policy or other fields relevant with employment and development sector with minimum of 5 years of experience
• Demonstrated analytical & conceptual skills and aptitude for learning the latest scientific/evidence-based approaches to employment program and policies.
• Proven experience in working with relevant ministries and institutions on employment related programs.
• Good understanding of Indonesia’s MSME, labor market data, issues, strategy, policies and programs.
• Experience in using Indonesian Microdata especially Sakernas, Susenas and IFLS.
• Demonstrated skills in strategic and analytical thinking related to national and regional level’s poverty reduction programs.
• Strong ability to interpret and present statistical information.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully deliver outputs similar to the ones of this position.
• Good understanding of Indonesia’s policy, programs and administration system.
• Excellent presentational and writing skills, including working with time constraints in the preparation of high quality documents.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, including to effectively communicate internally / externally, share information with colleagues, clients and the management; and provide prompt and quality response to client requests.
• Dedication to working in teams.
• Able to work very effectively with a range of government agencies, development partners (including donors, multilateral agencies and non-government agencies).
• Proactive, highly motivated and a self-starter.
• Ability to prioritize and manage time efficiently.
• Can handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to manage uncertainty and adjust to a changing work program.
• Fluent in written and spoken both Bahasa Indonesia and English.
• Willing and able to travel for work.

Promoting Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) is a key focus of PROAKTIF. Applicants with knowledge or experience in GEDSI issues will be highly regarded by the selection panel.

Desirable GEDSI skills and experience include:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in gender equality, disability, or social inclusion.
• Experience in GEDSI-related policy development and gender-responsive budgeting for governments
• Experience in programs promoting women’s leadership, decision-making and economic empowerment.
• Experience and/or knowledge of disability inclusion in Indonesia.
• Experience in study/research/data analysis related to GEDSI and GEDSI-sensitive research methods.

Remuneration The remuneration level at which the position is engaged is Locally Engaged Staff and will be based on the successful candidates’ relevant skills and experience. This is a fixed-term position.

Why join PROAKTIF?

At PROAKTIF , you will be part of a high-performing, innovative and collaborative team that provides analysis and advice on key policy areas in longstanding partnership contribution to Australia and Indonesia’s joint goals to address poverty and inequality, reduce barriers to inclusive economic growth, and maintain stability.

HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit A combined 1 (one) pdf file consists of your CV and a cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria, Essential Experience and Knowledge, and Desirable.

   APPLICATIONS CLOSE 13 June 2023, 17h00 Jakarta Time.    Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.