[newdevjobsindo] PROSPERA - Vacancy - Senior Adviser (Public Financial Management & Decentralisation)

Desember 21, 2022 Comment

Senior Adviser (PFM & Decentralization)

The role

Senior Adviser (Public Financial Management & Decentralisation) will support the Budget System Team and Budget Policy Team in providing timely and high-quality strategic advisory assistance to the Government of Indonesia (GoI) to achieve its goal of improving the quality of spending and public financial management, particularly in the context of consolidating financial information between central and local governments.

The Senior Adviser will contribute and advance the objectives of Prospera’s Budget System Team by providing technical analysis and advice to support DG Fiscal Balance and DG Treasury in establishing a consolidated Central Government and Local Government Budget Database. Under the coordination of Prospera’s Budget System Lead, the Senior Adviser is expected to work closely with GoI counterparts to review, evaluate and design the Central Government (CG) and Local Government (LG) planning and budgeting process, as well as the existing financial management systems interconnectivity. The Senior Adviser also contributes to write required reports, studies, and/or policy brief. In particular, the Senior Adviser contributes to the broader activity and ensure the consistency in platforms and systems within the overall budget management system.

Overall, the Senior Adviser will provide advice and support the Budget System’s Team Lead in contributing to the program of work to assist the Government of Indonesia to achieve its goal of improving the quality of public expenditure.

Please click here to access the Terms of Reference detailing responsibilities and selection criteria.

About you (Selection Criteria)

The Senior Adviser will have deep knowledge on the Indonesian Government PFM system, practices, business process, budgeting platforms, and the relevant regulatory framework. S/he must have:

· Extensive public sector experience in general and specific public finance. The successful candidate shall be able to demonstrate the following skills, experience, and qualifications:

· Advanced qualifications in public finance, public administration, or related disciplines.

· At least 10 years’ experience in, and significant technical knowledge of, central and local government’s PFM system.

· Demonstrated capacity to review and assess PFM at Central and Local government level.

· Strong understanding of the Government of Indonesia’s policy making and budgeting process and familiarity of Government of Indonesia decision-making mechanisms.

· Knowledge on GoI accounting regulation, system, and practices is an advantage.

· Strong relationship management skills, particularly in dealing with senior government officials, ability to operate effectively and sensitively in a cross-cultural environment. Familiarity and experience on working with Ministry of Finance is a strong advantage.

· High-level communication skills (verbal, written and presentational) in English, with language skills in Bahasa Indonesia (required).

About the program

Prospera is a partnership facility between the Government of Australia (through Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade) and the Government of Indonesia. It aims to foster strong, sustainable, and inclusive economic growth in Indonesia. Commencing from 1 March 2018, Prospera is a planned five-year investment.

About DT Global

DT Global is driven by a fundamental commitment to one goal: to work in partnership with communities, governments, and the private sector to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions that transform lives beyond expectations. DT Global—launched in 2019—is built on legacy companies AECOM International Development’s Services Sector, Development Transformations, IMC Worldwide, and Cardno International Development. To fulfil its profit-for-purpose mission, DT Global is a key donor to the DT Institute, an independent not-for-profit organization, in support of DTI’s efforts to test new ideas or expand on donor partner priorities with the aim to improve as many lives as possible.

Our global team of almost 2,500 staff and experts work in over 100 countries. We aim to maximize sustainable development impact across a wide range of practice areas, including Conflict Prevention, Stabilization & Transition; Economic Growth; Environment & Infrastructure; Governance; and Human Development. We meet communities where they are on the development spectrum and help them move to where they want to be. Together, we bring over 60 years of experience, relationships, and technical excellence to improve lives around the world on behalf of our partners, clients, and stakeholders.

Remuneration

The remuneration will be set according to National Remuneration Framework Group C, Job Level 3, for Indonesia nationals. The remuneration level at which the position is engaged will be based on the successful candidates’ relevant skills and experience. This is a short term (consultancy) position, based in Jakarta.

How to apply

We welcome your interest in joining the Prospera team. Please click 'apply here' and submit your CV including a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria (no more than three pages) with subject Senior Adviser (Public Financial Management & Decentralisation). Application must be received by 5pm (Jakarta time), 12 Jan 2023. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.

Recruitment Team

Human Resources at Prospera