[newdevjobsindo] Vacancy: Policy Coordinator

Februari 01, 2023 Comment

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Konservasi Indonesia is a national foundation established to support sustainable development in the country. We are the main partner of Conservation International in Indonesia. For more information, please visit: www.konservasi-id.org

We envision a healthy and prosperous Indonesia where biodiversity is valued and preserved. With offices and project sites across Indonesia, we promote a sustainable landscape-seascape approach and establish partnerships with multiple stakeholders across sectors and jurisdictions to deliver lasting impacts for people and nature in Indonesia.

As we are constantly expanding, we are currently hiring to fill the following position in Jakarta:

Policy Coordinator

(Code: PC)

Yayasan Konservasi Indonesia (KI), the main partner of Conservation International (CI) in Indonesia, envisions a healthy and prosperous Indonesia where biodiversity is valued and preserved. With offices and project sites across Indonesia, we promote a sustainable landscape-seascape approach and establish partnerships with multiple stakeholders across sectors and jurisdictions to deliver lasting impacts for people and nature in Indonesia.

In 2020, the Government of Indonesia (GOI) set an ambitious target for protection and effective management of 32.5 million hectares (10%) of its territorial waters by 2030 (MPA Vision 2030). Earlier this year, Indonesia announced plans to increase its marine protection ambitions to 30% of its waters by 2045, representing a total area of 97.5 million hectares. Indonesia's MPA Vision 2030 recognizes the role of marine and coastal ecosystems and biodiversity in supporting local livelihoods and a robust national economy. Maximizing the potential of nature-based solutions to deliver positive, large-scale climate, marine conservation, and sustainable ocean development outcomes in Indonesia will require strategic and appropriately scaled investments and financing. CI, KI, and government partners establish a unique funding mechanism called the Blue Halo S, developed with, and managed by the national agency responsible for Environmental Fund Management (BPDLH). Blue Halo S will simultaneously enhance the blue carbon ecosystem, which has also been the Government of Indonesia's priority in the previous year.

The Government of Indonesia plans on adding the blue carbon in the Indonesia's NDC target. The Coordinating Ministry of Maritime and Investment Affairs (CMMIA) in the 27^th Session of the Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC (COP 27) in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, announced at least 5 (five) international cooperation on blue carbon: ³ Forest Programme VI – Protection of Mangrove Forest with Germany, Mangrove Alliance for Climate (MAC) with UAE, the establishment of the MBZ International Mangrove Research Center, mangrove rehabilitation program encompassing 150.000 Ha area with KSA, blue carbon research with Singapore, and program Mangrove for Coastal Resilience (M4CR) with the World Bank.⁴ Given various roles and blue carbon partnerships across ministries, KI and CMMIA recognize the need to align and consolidate programs to achieve the Indonesia's NDC target, especially that blue carbon is ingrained in the Blue Halo S' design.

The Blue Halo S that links effective marine ecosystem protection with sustainable production, and development of ocean resources (including mangrove and seagrass for blue carbon) and seeks to support advancements of these objectives through the mobilization of funding for critical science and data, sustainable management of critical ecosystems, support to small scale fishers and communities and to increase resilience of these marine areas. As the Blue Halo S was officially announced by the Coordinating Minister of Maritime and Investment Affairs (CMMIA), Ministry of Marine and Fisheries (MMF), Green Climate Fund (GCF), CI, and KI in the G20 side event in Nusa Dua, Bali, Blue Halo S has now entered the Project Preparation Facility (PPF) stage.

The Policy Coordinator will be responsible for day-to-day coordination with the (mainly) and other relevant ministries and institutions for the preparation and acceleration of Blue Halo S. Additionally, the Coordinator will also assist the CMMIA, MMAF, and other government agencies in coordinating existing partnership on blue carbon, support the preparation of research on the incorporation of blue carbon in the Indonesia's NDC, and support other partners on Blue Halo S and blue carbon. He/She/They will ensure seamless communication and collaboration between KI and the Government of Indonesia to secure the success of Blue Halo S and blue carbon partnerships.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

● Represent KI and ensure effective communications and information sharing between CMMIA, MMAF, and other relevant government stakeholders and partners;

● Work closely with KI's Senior Management Team, advisors, program staffs, and field teams in the eco regions

● Ensure CMMIA, MMAF, and other relevant government partners are engaged, coordinated, and consulted on the Blue Halo S and blue carbon policy development;

● Support CMMIA, MMAF, partners, and KI program staffs and consultants in the implementation of Blue Halo S and blue carbon policy development;

● Develop relevant documents and provide technical assistance needed by the CMMIA, MMAF, and other key relevant governments pertaining to Blue Halo S and blue carbon policy;

● Assists in organizing and implementing events, meetings, seminars, and workshops targeting key government partners pertaining to Blue Halo S and blue carbon policy;

● Work with KI's communication team on Blue Halo S communication materials and plans.

● Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor's Degree and 3 years or more related experience. Advanced degree preferred.

· Work experience in government liaison, conservation, fisheries, climate change, and/or relevant topics.

· Excellent technical and analytical skills.

· Strong written communication skills in both Bahasa Indonesia and English.

· Strong multi-stakeholder communication and networking skills.

· Ability to work well under pressure both individually and as a team, multitask, set priorities, and deliver quality results.

WORKING CONDITIONS

● To be posted mainly at the Coordinating Minister of Maritime and Investment Affairs (CMMIA)

● Possibility of working out of doors.