The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) is a leading international forestry research organization committed to conserving forests and improving the livelihoods of people in the tropics. With Headquarters in Bogor , Indonesia and offices in Asia, Africa and South America , CIFOR works in over 30 countries worldwide and has links with researchers in 50 international, regional and national organizations. CIFOR is a member of the CGIAR (Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research).
Background Information:
CIFOR and its partners receive funding from ACIAR Australia to do action research on mahogany and teak furniture to improve value chain efficiency and enhance livelihoods (FST/2007/119) . Jepara, Central Java , has a long tradition of high-quality furniture making. With the adoption of good business practice, Jepara could be a strong competitor in international markets. Currently, inefficiencies and unfairness in its value chain result in plantation over-harvesting and livelihood insecurity. This project aims to improve the value chain for mahogany and teak furniture enterprises in Jepara. Specific objectives are to; enhance the structure and functioning of the furniture industry to benefit small-scale producers; improve marketing by small-scale producers and their organizations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Establish and manage the local project office
· Facilitate and maintain relation with local partners
· Facilitate meetings of Jepara furniture stakeholders
· Facilitate field research conducted by the project research team
· Assist monitor the adoption of project work
· Assist regular project newsletter
· Other duties as required by the project
· Facilitate and maintain relation with local partners
· Facilitate meetings of Jepara furniture stakeholders
· Facilitate field research conducted by the project research team
· Assist monitor the adoption of project work
· Assist regular project newsletter
· Other duties as required by the project
Qualifications and Competencies:
a. Education and Experience:
· A relevant university degree (Bachelor) in Forestry or Economics or equivalent qualifications
· Knowledge of and experience in small-scale industry, marketing, forest certification and facilitation is an advantage;
· At least three years of relevant professional experience in multi-stakeholder process facilitation
· Excellent command in written and spoken English
· Strong computer skills in word processing and other relevant office applications software packages (i.e. MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel ).
· A relevant university degree (Bachelor) in Forestry or Economics or equivalent qualifications
· Knowledge of and experience in small-scale industry, marketing, forest certification and facilitation is an advantage;
· At least three years of relevant professional experience in multi-stakeholder process facilitation
· Excellent command in written and spoken English
· Strong computer skills in word processing and other relevant office applications software packages (i.e. MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel ).
b. Personal Competencies:
Competency in personal organization and priority setting, with the ability to work effectively under time pressure and manage multiple priorities;
- Have initiative and capable of working independently as well as an effective team player;
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with people in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment;
- Experience working with a wide and diverse network of groups and individuals.
Application Process:
Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is identified. Interviews will be held in Bogor , Indonesia . All applications will be acknowledged, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted. All correspondence will be held in confidence. Letter of interest and curriculum vita should be sent to:
Human Resources Department, CIFOR
E-mail: cifor-hr@cgiar. org
(Please indicate the position in the email subject line)
The above announcement is posted on CIFOR web site.
