Job Vacancy as Deputy Country Director

Deputy Country Director REF INT5175 Based in Jakarta, Indonesia Who are we? Oxfam is a leading aid, development, and campaigning charity with a worldwide reputation for excellence and over 60 years of experience. Our purpose is to work with others to overcome suffering and find lasting solutions to poverty. Be part of a dynamic working environment. The Role You will work closely with the Country Director, to develop, coordinate and deliver agreed plans and strategies that will have a big impact on our work in Indonesia. You will be part of the country management team in thinking strategically and planning ahead by taking into consideration future in-country developments, seeing to it that we're maximising our resources and efforts, and making necessary changes along the way. You will be the senior point of contact on partnerships development with the government at the national level as regards our operational work. You will support the Country Director in building relationships with the official authorities, donor agencies, a whole host of national and international organisations and local communities by creating strong links and establishing Oxfam as an influential agency. The requirements We're looking for an Indonesian with experience in developing and managing large-scale programmes within the development and humanitarian sectors. You will have significant experience in leading and motivating teams, driving change and inspiring others to make a real difference. You need to have clear communication abilities and strong influencing skills to facilitate planning and organisational decision-making. You will readily oversee the day-to-day challenges that come from a role like this from budget management to staff development. You'll have the credibility to positively represent Oxfam at all national levels and internationally, and be analytical, flexible and fluent in English. How to apply: If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please apply online at Vacancy List using the job REF INT5175. The closing date: Friday, 9th March 2012 The interviews will be conducted on 28th-29th March 2012. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.