JOB DESCRIPTION

Grade: NOB

Vacancy no.: DC/JAKARTA/NO/2025/06
Publication date: 27 March 2025
Application deadline (midnight local time): 16 April 2025

Job ID: 12875
Department: RO-Asia and the Pacific
Organization Unit: CO-Jakarta
Location: Jakarta
Contract type: Fixed Term

Contract duration: 12 months (possibility of extension subject to good performance and funding)

Under article 4.2, paragraph (e) of the Staff Regulations, the filling of vacancies in technical cooperation projects does not fall under Annex I of the Staff Regulations and is made by direct selection by the Director-General.

In order to support the best informed process in the filling of the above-mentioned vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their application online by the above date.

The following are eligible to apply:

ILO Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations.
External candidates*

*The recruitment process for National Officer positions is subject to specific local recruitment and eligibility criteria.

The ILO values diversity among its staff and welcomes applications from qualified female candidates. We also encourage applicants with disabilities. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to [email protected].

Technical cooperation appointments are not expected to lead to a career in the ILO and they do not carry any expectation of renewal or conversion to any other type of appointment in the Organization. A one-year fixed-term contract will be given. Extensions of technical cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance.

*Conditions of employment for external candidates: In conformity with existing ILO practice, the appointment of an external candidate will normally be made at the first step of this grade.

Introduction

The project ‘Trade and FPRW in Indonesia: Realizing trade gains free from gender discrimination and child labour (RealGains) is a project of 3-years duration, funded by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and implemented by the International Labour Organization (ILO). This project is designed to enhance compliance with Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work (FPRW) in Indonesia’s export industry, notably in garments, footwear and palm oil as well as lithium battery manufacturing – the latter an emerging industry that the Indonesian Government aims to expand as part of its economic growth strategy. Within the context of strengthening the enabling environment for trade and investment and in light of the upcoming Canada-Indonesia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), it focuses on addressing persistent FPRW deficits, particularly regarding gender-based discrimination and child labour in order to protect the rights and well-being of women and children during trade expansion and economic growth. This shall be achieved through work under three outcomes:

Outcome 1: Women workers in export-oriented footwear industries and palm oil production have access to measures that promote gender equality and a safe, healthy and respectful working environment (regional focus: Banten, West and Central Java [footwear] and North and South Sumatra and West and Central Kalimantan [palm oil].

Outcome 2: The national framework to eliminate child labour – through improved prevention, enforcement and monitoring practices – has been strengthened.

Outcome 3: Worker protection in export-oriented footwear, palm oil and lithium battery production has improved through strengthened capacities and mechanisms that address FPRW deficits and resolve labour disputes (regional focus: Banten, West and Central Java [footwear], North and South Sumatra and West and Central Kalimantan [palm oil] and Karawang, West Java [lithium battery production]).

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Additionally, RealGains will build on the achievements of the project “Strengthening Industrial Relations in Indonesia (SIRI)” (IDN/22/01-CAN) by enhancing further the capacity of trade unions to handle grievances, promote gender equality in union leadership structures and engage in dialogue and negotiations. Their increased knowledge and skills on these topics will contribute to the achievements of results across project outcomes, including prevention and handling of gender-based discrimination at work, the elimination of child labour, improved access for workers to their rights, and the strengthening of FPRW in export-oriented industries at large.

Within the policy and procedural requirements established by the ILO and the RealGains Project, the National Project Coordinator will be responsible for the implementation of all aspects of the project, the day-to-day management and ensure the objectives are attained with the time frame and budget. The incumbent will promote ILO policies in the project-related technical areas.

Reporting Line

The National Project Coordinator will work under the supervision of the Director of ILO Country Office for Indonesia and Timor Leste. The National Project Coordinator will be based in Jakarta, Indonesia. The National Project Coordinator will also receive technical guidance and support from the FUNDAMENTALS Specialist in the Decent Work Technical Support Team for East and Southeast Asia and the Pacific (DWT-Bangkok) and other relevant technical specialists at DWT-Bangkok and HQ.

Description of Duties

1. Lead the project timely implementation, monitoring and evaluation through management functions, including provision of technical and administrative supervision to the project team in line with the ILO policy, rules and regulations and according to the final project document and work plan.

2. Contribute proposals for programme/project development and serve as national programme advisor to the Directorate and draft portions of programme and budget proposals, project proposals, programme background, country strategy papers, objectives and project reviews and evaluation. Monitor progress of ILO programmes, projects and activities, by reviewing, verifying and analysing work-plans, progress reports, final reports and other data for clarity, consistency and completeness. Promote the inclusion of gender equality and non-discrimination in all aspects of the project.

3. Identify problems, propose solutions and action and follow-up with relevant departments at headquarters and regional office, executing agencies, government offices, constituents and other organizations to expedite implementation and meet targets.

4. Provide or ensure access to legal and policy advice to the government and the social partners on issues related to the effective implementation of the fundamental principles and rights at work, with a particular emphasis on non-discrimination and child labour.

5. Organize training programmes and awareness raising activities to improve understanding on fundamental principles and rights at work.

6. Ensure the delivery of quality technical inputs, including qualitative and quantitative research in line with ILO core conventions on fundamental rights at work.

7. Maintain close cooperation and coordination with government, employers’ and workers’ organizations in the planning and implementation of activities under the project

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8. Establish and develop knowledge management system covering technical activities under the project, including other economic and social issues of relevance to the project.

9. Represent the project in various fora, under the guidance of the ILO Director.

10. Develop and maintain strong links with ILO specialists within the ILO Decent Work Team in Bangkok, and other colleagues in the field and HQ, on specific technical areas requiring comprehensive and collaborative interventions.

11. Periodically report, monitor and facilitate the evaluation of all project’s components according to the project’s document and work plan. Prepare required technical progress reports and ad hoc reports on the status of project planning and implementation for submission to the ILO and the donor.

12. Responsible for the effective administrative management of the project, including guidance and supervision of the personnel assigned to the project.

13. Ensure high-level communications to increase project’s visibility at the national and international levels. This includes the responsibility to liaise with the UN country team, and other key stakeholders, to ensure effective coordination with relevant national strategies and related technical projects. Under direct guidance of CO-Jakarta maintain relations with mass media and concerned media groups in order to increase the impact of the project in society as a whole.

14. Other related duties as assigned.

Required qualifications

Education

First level university degree in economics, social sciences, or related field, and strong knowledge on development issues particularly in Indonesia.

Experience

At least three years of experience in project management, supervision, administration and implementation of grant/cooperative agreement requirements (including meeting deadlines, achieving targets, and overseeing the preparation and submission of required reports to the project donor).

Technical requirements: Good knowledge of international labour standards, industrial relations, gender, and child labour, and skills issues, especially in relation to trade and supply chains. Work experience collaborating with strong networks with national Government entities, Workers’ and Employers’ organizations, civil society, UN Agencies, and other stakeholders will be advantage.

Languages

Excellent knowledge of the working language of the duty station (Bahasa Indonesian) and English.

Competencies

Good knowledge about international labour standards and social and economic development.
Ability to maintain good working relationships with all project stakeholders.
Ability to establish and maintain systems within project operations.
Demonstrated ability to manage technical co-operation projects of international organizations.
Ability to understand and effectively work with Government, workers’ and employers’ organizations, non-government organizations and UN agencies.
Ability to conduct action-oriented research and write analytical technical report in English.
Ability to conduct policy discussion and high-level political processes.
Good communication skills, both written and verbal, to successfully advocate for and mobilize action to promote non-discrimination and elimination child labour.
Clear commitment to mainstream gender into project activities.
Ability to lead and work in a team and good interpersonal relations.
Ability to train and guide personnel.
Ability to work under time pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to work in diversified environments.
Proficient in generative AI tools, and basic computer software (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe Reader) and ability to use other software packages required by the Office
Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.

Recruitment process

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit the ILO Jobs website. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.

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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements