Programme Officer - Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) (PMO – TVET)
EU-ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity Package – Higher Education (SCOPE-HE) programme
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Duration: One-year contract with possible to extend
Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience
1. Background: Programme Objectives and Scope
In today's interconnected world, promoting exchanges and fostering people-to-people connectivity is increasingly vital for sustainable development and global collaboration. The European Union (EU) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have a long-standing history of working together in trade facilitation, regional economic integration, transport, and people-to-people connectivity in education and research. Over the last four decades, both have emerged as dynamic regional blocs, fostering economic growth, cultural diversity, and cooperation among their member states. Both strive to balance economic and financial stability with environmental responsibility while ensuring society benefits from connectivity.
Access to higher education has expanded in the ASEAN region, enrolment rates have risen, and the quality of education has improved over the last four decades. However, challenges remain in realising the full potential of higher education, technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), and research, such as quality assurance, equitable access to education and training, skills gaps, and strengthening research capacity.
Nuffic Southeast Asia and DAAD have designed a new EU-funded programme to respond to these challenges in the Southeast Asia region. EU-ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity Package-Higher Education (SCOPE-HE) programme will aim to strengthen the connection between ASEAN and the EU by focusing on gender equality, women's empowerment, digital skills, and green skills within the Master Plan on ASEAN Connectivity 2025 (MPAC). Through this initiative, individuals, institutions, and societies in both regions will benefit from enhanced knowledge-sharing, inclusive practices, and a more robust global partnership.
The SCOPE-HE programme consists of 3 components that will strengthen:
· Student and academic mobility, intra-ASEAN and between the EU and ASEAN, complementing the Erasmus+ programme in line with the relevant ASEAN strategy and action plan.
· EU-ASEAN cross-regional university networks to tackle global challenges jointly by fostering research and technological connectivity.
· ASEAN regional network of Vocational Education Institutions and businesses focusing on the "green transition", "sustainability", and "digitalisation."
The SCOPE-HE programme will do so by:
· Providing capacity building for the Higher Education Institutions (HEI), TVET organisations, and individuals.
· Providing technical assistance where and when external input is needed on relevant matters.
· Organising policy dialogues to exchange ideas, share best practices, and align strategies to achieve common goals in education, skills development, and research within the ASEAN region and between ASEAN and the EU, and
· Facilitating networking to connect individuals and institutions.
The programme will take an impactful approach based on evidence and adaptability, and that relies on the four core principles:
· A demand-driven approach adjusted to the specific needs and potential risks identified and aligned with the SEA region's demand.
· Inclusion of regional and national partners to maximise the impact and create synergies by combining regional-level cooperation with key ASEAN bodies and targeted actions at the country level.
· A multidimensional approach to identify possible leverage, particularly on economic development, environmental sustainability, and digital connectivity with the other workstreams of the EU-ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity package and the ASEAN Roadmap on the ASEAN Higher Education Space 2025.
· An impact-oriented approach includes collaboration, open communication, and information exchange.
2. Responsibilities and Main Duties
The Programme Officer for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) (PMO – TVET) will assist the Senior Programme Manager in delivering Result Area 3 on TVET. Her/his role will involve programme management, stakeholder engagement, logistics, administration, finance, and support for communication efforts relating to Result Area 3 of the EUR 9.3 million SCOPE-HE programme over four years. S/he will be accountable for the following tasks:
· Programme Support: Assist the Senior Programme Manager in planning and executing activities under Result Area 3 related to Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and propose solutions to address challenges while implementing activities under Result Area 3.
· Day-to-day Management: Plan, coordinate and manage day-to-day activities and operations under Result Area 3 and ensure that activities progress according to the established plan and timelines.
· Stakeholder Engagement: Actively foster positive relationships with Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Institutions, private sector and other relevant stakeholders, and subject matter experts to ensure collaboration and support for result 3 objectives.
· Logistics Management: Oversee logistics for events, meetings, and other activities related to result area 3 and coordinate venue bookings, travel arrangements, and other logistical requirements.
· Administration: Handle administrative tasks related to Result Area 3, including documentation, record-keeping, and coordination of paperwork and ensure efficient communication and coordination within the team and with external partners.
· Financial Oversight: Manage financial aspects under Result Area 3, including budget tracking, expense reporting, and financial compliance, and collaborate with the Finance Manager and Finance & Administration Officer to ensure financial processes align with programme and organisational standards.
· Support to Communication Manager: Collaborate with the Communication Manager to develop and create content relevant to TVET to promote programme activities through various communication channels.
· Support to Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Officer: Assist the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Officer in effectively collecting data and evidence in Result Area 3 ensuring the programme has reliable information to make decisions and achieve the goals.
· Reporting: Prepare regular reports on the progress of Result Area 3 activities for the Senior Programme Manager and other relevant stakeholders.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Education, International Development, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
· 5+ years of experience in programme management, preferably in international development or a related field.
· Familiarity with Higher Education and/or Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) environments and institutions is advantageous.
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective engagement with HEIs, stakeholders, and experts.
· Experience in managing logistics, administration, and coordinating day-to-day activities.
· Basic understanding of programme budget as well as monitoring and evaluation processes.
· Good IT skills with adequate knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook (particularly MS Excel and PowerPoint).
· Good command of English, written and spoken.
Our offer
· A dynamic and international work environment.
· An attractive salary
· A one-year contract under Indonesian Labour Law, with the possibility to extend to four years.
The following competencies are required:
· Communication Skills: Effective written and verbal communication for clear and concise stakeholder interaction.
· Team Collaboration: Demonstrated skill in working collaboratively within and across different functional areas.
· Adaptability: Adapting to changing priorities and requirements in a dynamic operational environment.
· Problem Solving: Capacity to identify challenges and develop effective solutions in the context of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) initiatives.
· Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to build positive relationships with TVET Institutions, stakeholders, and experts.
· Time Management: Efficient time management skills to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
· Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail in administrative tasks, documentation, and financial oversight.
· Proactive Attitude: Taking initiative and being proactive in managing tasks and responsibilities.
Application:
Interested candidates must submit a detailed CV and cover letter along with the names and contact information of three references and send your application to: sea.recruitment@nuffic.nl and put SCOPE PMO-TVET in the subject line. The deadline for applications is 27 March 2024. We will contact shortlisted candidates only.
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