Vacancy - Muslim Aid Yogyakarta : Field Assistant

Muslim Aid is an international relief and development agency based in London with 21 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for disaster
and conflict affected people across the globe. We are currently operating in more than 60 countries. In Indonesia our main programs include Flood mitigation, Shelter and
Livelihoods with our Field Office based in Banda Aceh, and further sub-offices in Jakarta, Yogyakarta, and Padang.

Under Service Contract between Muslim Aid - International Migration Organization
(IOM) Yogyakarta to provides a high qualification Technical Support Staff to IOM Yogyakarta, Muslim Aid Yogyakarta is currently looking for a qualified and committed candidate to fill the following position:

Position title : Field Assistant

Duty Station : Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Working Area : Klaten district, Central Java

Type of Contract : Special, 1 month (with possibility extention)

Gross Salary : Rp. 3.100.000,00

General functions:

Under the direct supervision of the Livelihood Field Supervisor, and under the overall supervision of the Community Engagement Coordinator, the Field Assistant will provide technical support in the implementation and monitoring of field activities under a livelihood project funded by the Java Reconstruction Fund (JRF) for Yogyakarta and Central Java. Inparticular, he/she will:

Assist the Field Supervisor and Community Engagement Coordinator to implement project activities, working closely with beneficiaries, communities and partners
in government and civil society.Oversee and coordinate the activities of Junior Facilitators. Facilitate focus group discussions in communities, ensuring the inclusion of women and the most vulnerable.Provide on-going technical assistance and support in the field to communities, as well as to junior facilitators and partners to ensure effective implementation of project activities while promoting transparency and accountability; Conduct frequent monitoring of target community groups collecting quantitative and qualitative data on individual beneficiaries. Support the beneficiary selection process and verification of eligibility; Draft concise monitoring reports for the Field Supervisor on a weekly basis assessing progress and constraints in implementation and identifying practical solutions for follow-up;Build
and manage relations with key local stakeholders on village level, e.g. heads of villages, religious leaders, women’s groups, local NGOs and specialized government agencies, to ensure their active participation and endorsement of IOM project activities;Assist in undertaking initiatives promoting IOM’s image and activities in the project locations.Perform other duties as may be assigned

Desirable Qualifications:

§ Holds at least S1 degree in social sciences (e.g. economics, rural
development, business administration, management, communication, anthropology, etc.), or alternatively, combination of related education and professional experience

§ Self-confident and comfortable with public speaking.

§ Previous experience in livelihood, SME activities, training and facilitation work

§ Willingness to spend a significant amount of time in the field facilitating beneficiaries and building relationships with community stakeholders

§ Good reporting skills

§ Experience working in International and/or local NGOs preferred;

§ Computer literate (word-processing, spreadsheet, Power Point, e-mail exchange)

§ Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results, creative thinking, and punctual.

§ Excellent oral and written communication skills

§ Fluency in Javanese would be a distinct advantage; Basic spoken English viewed favourably.

§ Be prepared to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.



Please Notice:

Applicants should submit a cover letter stating current and expected salaries, updated CV (including at least three references with contact information) as attachment to hrdmuslimaidyogya@ gmail.com quoting the position applied as the subject of the e-mail. Example : Field Assistant position, Subject must be: [Field Assistant ] Your Name. Applications must be received by Wednesday, 15 July 2009 and the attachment should not exceed 200 Kb. Muslim Aid gives an equal-opportunity employment regardless of race, gender, or religion.

Vacancy - Data Information Assistant

In order to increase the clarity of Adat jurisdiction and procedures, Aceh Justice Project – United Nations Development Programme (AJP-UNDP) would support the Majelis Adat Aceh (MAA) to implement the Adat Capacity Enhancement (ACE) Programme to strengthen and improve the capacities of the Adat leaders to administer fair and accountable justice in Aceh Province during 6 (six) month. In this matter MAA require the staff to fill the positions in the Project Management Unit – Adat Capacity Enhancement Project as following:

DATA INFORMATION ASSISTANT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible to: Project Manager
A Data Information Assistant is needed to support the MAA PMU information management system. Under the overall supervision of the Project Manager and Head of Majelis Adat Aceh, the Data Information Assistant responsibilities will include to:

Assist in the timely preparation, maintenance and provision of monitoring and evaluation data information, presentations, data updates;
Maintain and update Adat Leaders Training database and related files and documents;
Engage in the gathering, processing and assessment of data;
Assist in sharing updated information with stakeholders;
Contribute to methodical filing of guidelines and training material
Maintain and back-up the internal shared drive
Participate in general and technical meetings concerned with the development of the MAA Adat Leader Training Project
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required and assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Hold S1 degree or diploma, preferably in social sciences plus a combination of other supplemental academic qualifications or training in office administration or related fields.


Knowledge:

1. Knowledge of data base system, Excel and Word
2. Knowledge and practical experience of NGOs
3. Computer data management systems

Skills:

1. Communicating in a credible and effective way: to speak and write clearly, adapting
communication style and content so they are appropriate to the needs of intended Audience, and conveys information and opinions in a structured and credible way.
2. Ability to write in a clear and concise manner.
3. Excellent organizational and analytical skills, complemented by sound interpersonal skills
4. Knowledge, skills and ability to extract, interpret, analyze and process financial data
Competencies:

1. Three year’s experience in a related field required
2. Ability to use data base, MS Word, excel, power point and internet browsing including email.
3. Ability to undertake relevant research, maintains records and data management.
4. Proficient in computer skills, particularly in using relevant technology.
5. Producing results: To demonstrate a systematic and efficient approach to work, producing high-quality work. To develop and meet deadlines. Ability to identify priorities and to adapt them to realistic objectives/timeline s.
6. To proactively seek and apply new methods and technologies to improve work process.
7. Fostering integration and teamwork: To promote information sharing, ensuring that all concerned are aware of specific situations, problems and needs with a view to achieve results and meet objectives.


Languages: Essential: Very good knowledge of spoken and written English and Indonesian.


Please submit application in the attached ‘Cover Letter’ and ‘Personal History Form’ and send necessary certificates of qualifications and experience (not exceed than 200KB) to pmuace@yahoo. com
Or should be addressed to Kantor Majelis Adat Aceh (MAA) Provinsi Aceh, Kompleks Keistimewaan Aceh (dibelakang Kantor Syariat Islam Provinsi Aceh) Jalan Teuku Nyak Arief Banda Aceh 23114 Aceh

Short-listed candidates will be contacted to sit a written test or presentation prior to interview. MAA does not cover any expenses related to participation in tests and/or interviews.