Main Purpose of Job:
The UK Mission to ASEAN (UKMIS ASEAN) in Jakarta is part of a world-wide network of 270 Posts, representing British political, security, economic, and development interests around the world. The UK became ASEAN’s 11th Dialogue Partner (DP) in August 2021 and UKMIS ASEAN is responsible for leading on that relationship.
UKMIS ASEAN priorities and deliverables are formalised through the ASEAN-UK Plan of Action (POA) to cover the period 2022-2026. To deliver that Plan, the Mission has rapidly expanded in the past three years and adopts a team structure that mirrors ASEAN’s three communities: political-security; economic; and socio-cultural - ‘socio-cultural’ include policy areas related to human development, poverty and climate change.
This position will play a central role in the socio-cultural team, and we are seeking a dynamic Policy Officer to support the team’s work to further develop our relationship with ASEAN. Working closely with the Socio-Cultural Counsellor/Team Leader, the team that you will join leads the UK Mission’s engagement with ASEAN on a range of human development, poverty and climate-related issues. Our thematic priorities include:
One of the core mechanisms for delivery of these themes are through a suite of ‘flagship’ ODA programmes. The programmes are in early stage of implementation, and the socio-cultural team leads on those for education, health security, and climate, nature & energy transition.
The jobholder will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team consisting of 1 Socio-Cultural Programme Lead, 3 Policy & Programme Officers, 1 Finance Officer, and 3 Advisers (Health, Climate, and Education). The team works closely with an ASEAN Science and Technology Adviser, and we draw extensively on the expertise of regional teams and networks.
The jobholder will have an exciting opportunity to work with the ASEAN Secretariat, ASEAN Member States, Dialogue and Development partners, multilaterals, UK government departments, and Embassies and High Commissions in the region. The role requires frequent travel to the region.
This is a permanent position, and the successful candidate will initially be offered a 1-year Fixed Term Contract and transition to a permanent contract thereafter.
What the Jobholder will be Expected to Achieve:
This is an exciting and stretching position working closely with Socio-Cultural Counsellor/Team Leader, playing a central and cross-cutting role to help deliver UK-ASEAN objectives related to human development, poverty and climate.
Team Coordination and Oversight (35%)
Policy Implementation (35%)
Programme Management and Communication (25%)
Corporate (5%)
Resources Managed (staff and expenditure):
This role is advertised as a 12-month fixed term contract, with possibility of renewal.
The British Embassy Jakarta offers a competitive remuneration package including:
Working Patterns:
Normal working hours are 39.5 (gross) per week: 07:30hrs to 16:00hrs from Monday to Thursday and 07:30hrs to 13:00hrs. At present, all staff working in the FCDO, Jakarta are expected to attend the office for three days per week, subject to change. Subject to operational demands and line manager approval, the team operates a ‘core hours’ policy of 09:00 to 15:00 with individual flexibility around that and two days of work from home per week on request.
The Embassy is committed to ensuring employees enjoy a good work-life balance. It is a stimulating place to work where we value diversity and inclusion and care about the development of our people.
No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position. All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in Indonesia with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit. Any costs related to obtaining or renewing permits and visas are the responsibility of the successful applicant.
Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre-employment checks. Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy Jakarta is subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law. In relation to this, the successful candidate will need to arrange for his/her own Police Certificate. Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.
Hiring managers should be available to discuss proposed working patterns with potential candidates, and respond positively where possible, in line with the flexible working policy.
The FCDO also operates an agile workforce. To facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require.
Learning and Development Opportunities:
The Embassy has an active L&D Committee which works hard to provide a comprehensive offer. There are a wide range of options available for personal development including training courses, coaching and mentoring, job-shadowing, presentations and learning. Staff have access to a wide variety of online resources through the Diplomatic Academy and Civil Service Learning.
Staff are strongly encouraged to take advantage of all the available opportunities. All new staff undertake a workplace induction and there are a number of mandatory e-learning courses covering areas such as diversity, health and safety, and information management.
Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.
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The start date mentioned in the job advert is a tentative start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances.
This opportunity is closed to applications.
