Human Resources Development Unit International Labour Office Jakarta

Vacancy No:	JAKARTA/2017/007	Date:	06 March 2017
Position title:	National Programme Officer	Deadline for application:	19 March 2017
Project title:	ILO Better Work Indonesia	Organization unit:	CO-Jakarta
Grade:	NO-B	Duty Station:	Jakarta
Contract type:	Fixed Term
Duration:	12 months with possible extension subject to satisfactory performance	Expected starting date:	April 2017

For any questions related to this post, please contact: – Ms. Hermawaty Misnan (hermawaty@ilo.org)

Background

Better Work is a unique partnership program between the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC). Launched in February 2007, it aims to improve compliance with labour standards and competitiveness in global supply chains. Better Work involves the development of both global tools and country level projects. The focus is on developing scalable and sustainable solutions, which build cooperation between government, employer and worker organizations, and international buyers.

Improving compliance with labour standards in global supply chains is an important part of a pro-poor development strategy. Ensuring workers’ rights and entitlements are protected helps to distribute the benefits of trade. Better Work supports enterprises in implementing the ILO core international labour standards and national labour law. This helps enterprises compete in global markets where many buyers demand compliance with labour standards from their suppliers. Improved labour standard compliance also helps enterprises be more competitive through higher productivity and quality. These benefits help build the business case and supplier support for improved labour standard compliance.

In 2011 the Better Work Indonesia country program became operational with a view to making its services available to enterprises in the garments and footwear sector of Indonesia. It currently works with 190 enterprises.

In January 2017 Better Work Indonesia has establish an independently operating Foundation (Foundation “Partnership at Work”) and the delivery of core services will be implemented by this Foundation with quality oversight provided by Better Work staff in the ILO Jakarta office and at the global level.

For more information see www.betterwork.org

Function

This position will support the Better Work Indonesia Chief Technical Advisor in (1) coordination and engagement with tripartite stakeholders including further development and implementation of the program’s broader influencing or policy agenda, (2) collaboration with the ILO Jakarta office and other relevant ILO projects, (3) oversight of the program’s monitoring and evaluating activities, and (4) assistance with the liaison and coordination with the “Partnership at Work” Foundation.

Supervision

The National Programme Officer is supervised and guided by the Better Work Indonesia Chief Technical Advisor (CTA). Guidance and advice on technical or procedural aspects of the work are received as required. Judgement, initiative and creativity are required in translating project tools and approaches with tripartite stakeholders. The work product is controlled by the CTA for technical soundness and appropriateness.

Responsibilities:

1. Support the BWI CTA in interactions with ILO national constituents, including members of the BWI Project Advisory Committee - as part of the program’s influencing agenda strategy.

2. Contribute creative ideas for programme development and serve as a senior national programme advisor to the BWI CTA and draft portions of programme and budget proposals, programme background, strategy papers, objectives, reviews and evaluation.

3. Monitor progress of BWI project and activities by reviewing, verifying and analyzing work-plans, progress reports, final reports and other data for clarity, consistency and completeness.

4. Identify problems, propose solutions and action and follow-up with relevant colleagues at national, regional and headquarters level, implementing partners, government offices, constituents and other organizations to expedite implementation and meet targets.

5. Support the BWI CTA as a liaison with the BWI Foundation, helping to ensure adherence to all requirements of the ILO Implementation Agreement and ensuring regular communications and coordination with the Foundation. Liaise with other relevant projects in the ILO Indonesia office to ensure effective collaboration and coordination and to maximize the impact of ILO activities in the country.

6. Liaise with the national constituents (particularly Ministry of Manpower, Ministry of Trade, Ministry of Industry, Employers’ Associations and Trade Unions), develop and coordinate joint programmes in accordance with the BWI Project document and ILO Indonesia Decent Work Country Programme, and liaise the finalization of BWI synthesis reports with the national constituents.

7. Provide programming and administrative support to BWI.

8. Prepare briefs, periodical reports and statistical data on status of BWI activities.

9. Assemble and edit basic data required for planning and negotiation of project activities, considering different approaches and alternative methods for project design, management, problem identification and problem resolution. Follow-up on delayed documents, clarify information, and answer questions about clearance and processing requirements.

10. Assist in the monitoring and reporting on activities and performance, update M&E indicators every 6 months.

11. Participate in the organization of conferences, seminars, workshops, and training sessions and meetings. Speak on behalf of BWI when attending these gatherings alone. Serve as a focal point for selected technical subjects and attend meetings, workshops and present reports and papers.

12. Brief ILO specialists, project experts, associate experts and visiting officials and provide relevant information on programme matters.

13. Supervise project support staff as required; and

14. Other duties as required by the supervisor.

Education

University degree in human resource management, business management, adult education, international development, law or other relevant fields, or equivalent in experience.

Experience

At least three years of professional experience in a capacity building or/and policy-related role. Familiarity with factory environment, and/or exposure to the Indonesian garment industry is an advantage.

Languages

Excellent command of English. Fluency in Bahasa Indonesia.

Competencies

Good communications skills, both oral and written;

Good analytical skills;

Good organizational skills and ability to tackle challenges;

Good knowledge of the Indonesian labour law and regulations;

Good interpersonal skills with a proven ability to tackle challenges with a range of internal and external partners

Good understanding of corporate social responsibility and labour compliance issues in global supply chains;

Ability to monitor the effectiveness of initiatives undertaken by partner organizations/consultants;

Good understanding of principles of gender equality and principles of equal opportunity and how these can be promoted as part the responsibilities of the post;

Self-motivated and ability to work independently in an outcomes-based work culture as well as contributing to the work of a team; and

Capacity to sensitively liaise and network with a range of stakeholders including staff, donors, international buyers, government officials, management, unions and NGOs.

Experience in industrial relations and building of social dialogue between management and worker representatives at the workplace an advantage;

Written Examination and Interview

Prospective candidates will be required to sit in a written examination and take part in an interview.

Statement of Competencies – All applicants must fill in and submit the Statement of Competencies (template is attached). The statement should explain to the selection committee how your skills and experience show you have the relevant competencies. Applicants who do not attach this statement will not be considered for the interview.

Application – Qualified women and men are encouraged to apply. Only qualified candidates will be notified. Please submit application indicating the Vacancy Announcement Number along with CV, 3 references and other supporting documents to:

INTERNATIONAL LABOUR OFFICE

Email : hrdjkt@ilo.org

Only qualified candidates will be notified.

The ILO promotes opportunities for women and men to obtain decent and productive employment in conditions of freedom, equity, security and human dignity

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