Job Brief
Senior Survey 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.
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The Role
Senior Survey Specialist, under direct supervision of Manager of Monitoring and Evaluation Unit, is assigned to:
- Oversee monitoring and evaluation survey design, implementation and analytical work related to all survey conducted by monitoring and evaluation unit.
- Provide input and technical support during the process of monitoring and evaluation proposal design, implementation, and analysis of information generated from field activities carried out by relevant line ministries, development partners and service providers.
- Provide outputs from monitoring and evaluation data and other secondary data.
About You
- Relevant Master Degree in Statistics, Economics, Social Sciences or other related fields.
- Minimum 12 years of experience in survey fields, conducting and analysing household survey and/or empirical research on social assistance programs in Indonesia.
- Experience in performing statistical analysis using STATA software is a must.
- Experience in designing CAPI for field survey data collection is required.
- Previous experience in leading field research teams is essential.
- Previous experience in rigorous field survey activities is an advantage.
- Demonstrated analytical & conceptual skills and aptitude for learning the latest scientific/evidence-based approaches to national and regional level poverty reduction strategy and programs and translating them into survey ideas and materials.
- Strong knowledge on Poverty Reduction programs and related issues.
- Good understanding of Indonesia’s social assistance programs is required.
- Strong knowledge of survey methodology.
- Strong knowledge of monitoring and evaluation activities.
- Ability to interpret and present statistical information.
- A proven record in providing prompt and quality response to client requests.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully deliver outputs.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.
- Proven record of strong client relations, with ability to work in sensitive situations, challenging policy environments, and within GoI institutions / ministries.
- Ability to effectively communicate internally and externally, share information with colleagues, clients, and management.
- Proven excellent writing and presentation skills in English and Indonesian Languages.
- Ability to develop sophisticated presentation materials for strategic use.
- Proven ability to work independently as well as in teams in a tight schedule.
- A strong record of working across organizational boundaries.
- Ability to prioritize and manage time efficiently.
- Can handle multiple tasks effectively and coordinate a team to meet deadlines.
- 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.
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?
HOW TO APPLY
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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 21 May 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.
