08 November 2010

Project Assistant III

IOM Indonesia is looking for Project Assistant III (Coffee Business
Expert) according to the terms of reference below. Interested candidates
are invited to submit their applications to
recruitment-indonesia@iom.int
not later than 16 November 2010 indicating the reference code below as
subject. All candidates are requested to specify their availability date
in the application form. Please note that only short-listed candidates
will be contacted.



Reference No : SVN/ID10/2010/072

Position Title : Project Assistant III (Coffee Business Expert)

Classification : Employee, Grade 6

Duty Station : Banda Aceh - Indonesia

Type & duration of contract: Special All Inclusive Contract, 3 months
with possibility of extension

General Functions:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct
supervision of the Project Manager, the successful candidate will be
responsible to support the project manager directly with all technical
aspects of the project.

Within the "Sustainable Economic Growth for Aceh" - Bener Meriah
and Aceh Tengah Districts" Project framework; the incumbent will be
responsible for the technical oversight of all project components
including: matching business grants to private businesses, technical
support to cooperatives, establishment of a warehouse receipt system,
establishment of an auction market, support of the coffee institute.
S/he will furthermore support the project manager to liaise with local,
national and international stakeholder.

In particular, he/she will:

1. Assist to strengthen the existing Aceh Coffee Forum and the MPKG. He will actively participate on meetings and support both entities
technically.

2. Ensure both partners and IOMs activities are technically synchronised

3. Organize international exchange between international coffee traders/buyers and local stakeholders.

4. Organize the participation on national and international fairs

5. Develop and maintain a regular internationally distributed
newsletter.

6. Support the local governments to develop policies and regulation to enhance the coffee business in the province.

7. Monitor technical implementation of all project activities

8. Directly supervise 2 liaison Assistant.

9. Provide advice and support local partners on technical aspects
of the project.

10.Provide technical input for trainings related to coffee business
and supply chain management.

11.Oversee the development for the matching grant business trainings.

12.Participate on the development of the selection process of the
matching grants beneficiaries, socialise the approach to relevant
stakeholders like the local government, assure the transparency of the
process.

13.Ensure Project SOPs are followed by all project staff and partners. Adapted SOPs if necessary.

14.Support the project manager in regular reporting activities.

15. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Desirable Qualification :

University Degree in business administration, international development,
management with a strong background in business development. Strong
knowledge of the coffee sector of Aceh. At least 5 years experience in
training development, marketing of agricultural products and/or a
combination of relevant trainings and experiences.

Experience in liaising with governmental and local authorities as well
as with international institutions. Ability to prepare clear and concise
reports.

Have strong communications and negotiation skills. Strong interpersonal
and organizational skills. Drive for results and effective resource
management skills. Demonstrated track record in leading and working
effectively with colleagues from varied cultures and professional
background in order to achieve desired goals. Ability to manage
workload within general schedule of work, instructions and standard
practices. Strong team player, able to work with minimum supervision and
maintain composure under pressure.

Advanced skills in MS-Office applications, experience in MS-ACCESS is an
advantage.

Fluently in English and Bahasa Indonesia both verbal and written

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