[newdevjobsindo] WRI Indonesia is looking for Consultant for Ocean Account Research and Engagement (Riau based)

Maret 21, 2023   Comment  

Program Overview

The Indonesian government is dedicated to aligning economic growth with sustainable development principles, making environmental health a crucial element for long-term economic progress. The 2020-2024 National Mid-term Development Plan (RPJMN) has established agendas and priorities for providing data and information on biodiversity and ecosystems, which can be obtained through the completion of Natural Resources Accounts. The preparation of Natural Resources Accounts is now a global agreement under the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD Aichi Target 2), aiming to integrate the value of biodiversity into development strategies, particularly through the national accounting system. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) echo the CBD's mandate to maintain a balance between economic growth and the environment. The 2030 SDGs Agenda prioritizes direct contributions to humanity, development, and the environment, recognizing biodiversity as a key component to reaching these objectives.

It is widely accepted that there is a strong correlation between the well-being of people, the sustainability of nature, and economic growth. In particular, the maritime sector offers many benefits and opportunities that are not being fully realized due to inadequate documentation practices. To address this issue, it is necessary to establish Ocean Accounts as a standard for balancing economic growth and ocean sustainability. These accounts comprise a structured collection of information, including maps, data, statistics, and indicators, related to the status of the marine and coastal environment, as well as societal circumstances and other relevant activities. The data obtained from Ocean Accounts are essential for effective ocean management, as they provide indicators of the balance between economic growth and the sustainability of marine resources.

As one of the WRI Indonesia Oceans strategies on Integrating Restoration and Conservation to establish Sustainable Coastal Management, WRI Indonesia is currently having a project to produce the Ocean Account for Blue Carbon Ecosystem in MPA/RZWP3K at the provincial level. The project will then serve as one of the strategic documents on Ocean Account in Indonesia. Throughout the process of the development, National and Subnational (Riau Province) will be also informed as the key relevant stakeholder for the work.

Job Highlight

The overall objective of this activity is to provide support in terms of research, engagement, and multi-stakeholder capacity building to escalate the implementation and integration of Ocean Account especially of Blue Carbon Ecosystem in Riau Province to promotes Indonesia's sustainable ocean management.

The objective of the assignment is to produce analyses and deliverables in support of the Ocean Account (OA) implementation and acceleration in Indonesia.

This position will be based in Riau with possibility to do travel as assigned. Reporting to RDI Senior Manager, this position is expected to work collaboratively with Bappeda Riau Province, Riau Fisheries and Marine Agency, local community, local NGOs, and other related stakeholder.

What You Will Do

The activity is part of the GOAP and WRI Indonesia projects to support the Ocean Account in Riau Province. The activities includes the development and implementation of a standardized system for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating data on the status of Riau's blue carbon ecosystem, as well as its coastal community and fisheries circumstances. This will involve collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders, including government, academics, NGOs, and local communities to ensure that the system is comprehensive, accurate, and useful for decision-making.

Most tasks involve on research analyst and engagement with the targeted stakeholder at provincial level in particular to gathered relevant data to support the OA works. The analyses of the works will provide:

• Information on related ocean account data particularly on blue carbon ecosystem (mangrove and seagrass) not limited to its extent and condition;
• Information on the main challenges confronting coastal ecosystems management and ocean account implementation at the provincial level;
• Provide input and proper approach for the implementation of ocean account in Riau Province not limited to blue carbon policy, governance, and social-economic sector;
• Engagement with a wide range of stakeholders, including government, academics, NGOs, and local communities to inform and discuss policy and institutional issues to implement ocean account including Marine Protected Area (MPA) management and improved integration of RZWP3K.

 

What You Will Need

Required qualifications:

• Proficient on blue carbon ecosystem, conservation management including MPA and RZWP3K, fisheries management, and blue economy
• Ability to work collaboratively to relevant stakeholders in Riau Province, including Bappeda, DKP, NGO, academics, local community, etc
• Strong interest and committed to ocean, environment, and national development issues
• Adaptable to rapidly changing priorities and able to manage multiple deadlines and deliver high quality work products
• Proven excellent skill in writing and public speaking for both technical and general audiences.
• Ability to communicate clearly, as well as express ideas in structured manner, both verbally and in writing
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Legally able to work in Indonesia
• Willing to be worked from Riau
• Ability to travel when needed

 Preferred qualifications:

• Ideal candidate preferably have a master's degree in coastal management with gained experience by working in collaboration with provincial government on blue carbon ecosystem, conservation management, fisheries management, and blue economy.
• Minimum 4+ years of relevant experience working on marine and coastal development issues, blue carbon ecosystem, conservation management including MPA and RZWP3K, fisheries management, and blue economy particularly within the Riau Province.

 

Deliverables and Timeline

Deliverable	Activity	Timeline (2023)
1.     Initial draft report on stakeholder and blue carbon policy mapping, data collection	a.   Liaise with relevant provincial government agencies, including BAPPEDA, OPD/agency, local NGOs, academics, and civil society to collect information and data relevant to the ocean account	April – December
	b.   Data collection of related indicators to ocean account based on communication with the WRI Indonesia	April – July
	c.   Support a consultative meeting and FGDs with relevant stakeholders including government, academics, and NGO, and local community	April – December
	d.   Assist on ground-check and data collection of mangrove, seagrass, fisheries, and socio-economic activities in the selected location	May - July
2.     Capacity-building workshop to support provincial and district governments to develop and implement provincial-level of Ocean Account	a.   Prepare training requirements through discussion with WRI Indonesia	June – October
	b.   Support capacity building activities by identifying the participants (approx. 30 participants representative from Bappeda, agencies, academics, NGOs, and local community) and facilitating/assisting trainers	June - October
	c.   Support the implementation of capacity building for relevant stakeholders in Riau Province to transfer knowledge regarding the ocean account Note: delivered the activity report, including participant attendance, minute of meeting, and documentation	October
3.     Final report study case on stakeholder mapping and challenges to implement the Ocean Account in Riau Province	a.   Literature review on ocean account in Riau Province focusing on blue carbon ecosystem not limited to ecosystem extent (mangrove and seagrass), coastal protection, carbon stock, coastal fisheries, and social economic condition	April - December
	b.   Report on stakeholder mapping all relevant actors. This activity is important to provide a great picture of the long-term planning and integration into short- and medium-term development planning, as well to support future Ocean Account enhancement processes in Riau Province	April
	c.   Final report study case on stakeholder mapping and challenges to implement the Ocean Account in Riau Province	December

 

Duration

1 April 2023 – 31 December 2023

Terms of Payment

Deliverable based consultant. Consultant will receive a compensation upon the completion of each deliverable with terms of payment as follow:

No	Deliverable	Timeline of deliverables submission	Payment
1	Submitted and approved initial draft report on stakeholder and blue carbon policy mapping and data collection	April 2023	45%
2	Provincial kick-off meeting and scoping plan consultative meeting are implemented   Activity report, including participant attendance, minute of meeting, and documentation are submitted and approved	July 2022	30%
3	Capacity building training is implemented.   Ocean account final report are submitted and approved	December 2023	25%

Note

Payment shall be made upon submission and approval of each deliverable and invoice. Payment process will be following the WRI Indonesia standard procedure.

Contract Arrangement

Individual consultancy contract (Part-time, limited term)

What we offer:

• Consultant rate that is commensurate with experience and skills
• Travel insurance for both domestic and international for any travel duty as assigned by WRI Indonesia
• Access to the WRI global network
• A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work

 

Must have authorization to work in Indonesia to be eligible for this position.

Final candidates might be required to take a writing test and to produce two writing samples when needed.

How to apply: In order to be formally considered, please submit an updated resume and cover letter through WRI career portal World Resources Institute Careers - Consultant for Ocean Account Research and Engagement (Riau Based) (jobvite.com)

Application close: 1700 (DKI Jakarta local time), 4 April 2023. We will close the advert earlier when the best candidates are identified at earlier dates. 

This is a locally engaged position; Indonesian nationals are encouraged to apply.

About Us

Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.  

 

The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world's greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people's lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.

 

Our mission and values:

WRI's mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth's environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.

 

Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, Respect. 

 

Our culture:

WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.

 

WRI Indonesia is national entity (Yayasan) associated with the World Resources Institute (WRI), a global environmental research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. WRI work with various stakeholders in the natural resources sector to support policy and management that are both profitable and sustainable. WRI work with leaders in more than 50 countries for more than 30 years, with offices in Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, and the United States.

 

Launched in early 2014, WRI Indonesia builds on WRI's 10-year history in the country, and strengthens our impact on the ground. In the short-to-medium term, WRI Indonesia aims to expand its presence and portfolio to include projects in the climate, energy, as well as city and transportation programs.