Government Relations and Program Coordinator for Bappenas Secretariat

Forest Carbon; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; Hybrid; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A development program partner in Jakarta seeks a Government Relations and Program Coordinator to manage AIPJ3 activities aligned with Indonesian priorities. This role includes stakeholder management and ensuring timely reporting, contributing to critical justice reforms in Indonesia. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in program management for donor-funded projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in program management for donor-funded projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of MEL principles and approaches.
• Excellent proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia and English, spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day management of AIPJ3 activities.
• Track status of activity implementation across AIPJ3.
• Support reporting requirements to Bappenas and AIPJ3.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in law, public administration, social and political sciences

Tools

MEL tools and principles

Job description

Jakarta, Indonesia

Program Background

The Australia Indonesia Partnership for Justice Phase 3 (AIPJ3) is a five-year, A$63 million investment by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to work in partnership with the Government of Indonesia (GOI) to support advancement of its priority law and justice reforms. Building on previous phases, AIPJ3 will support partners to deliver activities against agreed policy priorities, while maintaining flexibility to respond to emerging needs and opportunities. The program focuses on seven policy priorities that are important to Australia and Indonesia: accountability and transparency, criminal justice reform, preventing violent extremism, transnational crime cooperation, commercial law, access to justice, and women’s leadership.

About DT Global Asia Pacific

At DT Global Asia Pacific, we aim to positively impact people’s lives through delivery excellence. As a leading implementing partner across Asia and the Pacific, we co-create locally led solutions in partnership with governments, communities, and stakeholders. We bring together talented teams and deep regional expertise to deliver initiatives that promote inclusive economic growth, essential services, and resilient, secure communities. With over 1,500 staff, experts in 22+ countries and more than 60 years of development experience, we tackle complex community, national and transnational challenges — from governance and justice systems to climate resilience, infrastructure and social equity — with innovative thinking and a commitment to long-term impact.

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The Role

Under the Subsidiary Arrangement between the Governments of Indonesia and Australia, AIPJ3 supports GOI in achieving justice and security reforms aligned with shared policy priorities. To ensure AIPJ3’s smooth implementation, effective coordination, and accountable administration, a Bappenas Secretariat will be established, staffed by professional experts in program management, administration, and technical support. The secretariat’s main objectives are to comprehensively coordinate the program’s implementation, including grant administration for CSO partners, monitoring, and evaluation, while facilitating coordination between Bappenas and the relevant line ministries and agencies, CSO partners, and AIPJ3 team.

The Government Relations and Program Coordinator for the Bappenas Secretariat plays a pivotal role in strengthening the partnership by supporting the coordination, alignment, and performance monitoring of AIPJ3 activities in line with Indonesia’s national development priorities as mandated on the RPJMN 2025-2029. The Coordinator will support Bappenas for the alignment with AIPJ3’s partnership and operations frameworks, supporting GOI, Government of Australia (GOA) and non-Bappenas partners to work collaboratively on agreed reform priorities. The role is responsible for providing Bappenas with program management, performance tracking of AIPJ3 activities, and BAST reporting. These include regular updates and coordination of activities, initiating a forum for the exchange of significant progress, as well as providing relevant documents to be presented in key governance events such as the Partnership Board Meeting and the Partnership Management Committee. The role ensures that activity development, delivery, and reporting are on track, while contributing to the development of strategic partnerships in line with AIPJ3’s goals.

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About You

Specific Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day management and implementation of AIPJ3 activities under the direction of designated Bappenas officials, ensuring alignment with national priorities and agreed reform strategies;
• Track the status of activity implementation across AIPJ3, GoI and CSO partners, including monitoring key deliverables (as detailed in the AIPJ3 workplan), such as research reports, training / workshop / conference reports, policy briefs, technical / operational guidelines, strategy documents, etc. This includes identifying any potential risks that might affect the delay of activities;
• Support reporting requirements to Bappenas and AIPJ3, such as preparation of the six-monthly report and other performance frameworks developed by Bappenas or AIPJ3;
• Support the organization and delivery of MEL-related meetings and events, such as Bappenas reflection meetings with AIPJ3 team, CSO partners and MEL training/workshop events;
• Perform the MEL function for Bappenas in tracking the progress of AIPJ3 activities, including the development of a data system to capture progress and document the deliverables;
• Perform the liaison function to Bappenas in coordinating AIPJ3 activities, including working closely with Bappenas officials and the Secretariat Team in distributing relevant guidance, key documents, and reports;
• Support and coordinate BAST reporting, including the coordination with K/Ls, CSO partners, and AIPJ3, and ensuring the K/Ls submission to the Ministry of Finance;
• Support the Secretariat meetings, such as preparation of TORs, invitation, and distribution of relevant materials;
• Support efforts to develop effective partnerships with key Government of Indonesia (GoI) partners as identified by AIPJ3’s strategic direction and planning; and
• Perform other relevant and reasonable duties and responsibilities as requested by the Bappenas Coordinator and AIPJ3 Partnerships and Operations Lead.

Selection Criteria

Essential Experience And Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in law, public administration, social and political sciences, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in program management for donor-funded projects or working in governmental institutions , preferably in the justice, governance, or public sector reform space, with demonstrated ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Demonstrated knowledge of MEL principles, tools, and approaches, including experience supporting data collection, progress tracking, performance reporting, and facilitating reflection or learning processes.
• Experience working with or supporting government institutions (preferably Bappenas or sectoral ministries) and liaising with donor-funded programs, including an understanding of government planning and reporting processes.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize data and technical inputs into clear reports, summaries, and presentations for use in decision-making and program governance forums;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in Bahasa Indonesia and proficiency in English (spoken and written), including the ability to coordinate diverse stakeholders, facilitate meetings, and manage information flow across teams.

Desirable

• Understanding of Indonesian legal reform and security issues.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment with respect for diversity.
• Ability to network and collaborate with other stakeholders.

Why join AIPJ3?

By joining the Australia Indonesia Partnership for Justice Phase 3 (AIPJ3), you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative program that supports Indonesia’s priority law and justice reforms. Working alongside experts from government, civil society, academia, and the private sector, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in areas such as accountability and transparency, criminal justice reform, preventing violent extremism, transnational crime cooperation, commercial law, access to justice, and women’s leadership.

How To Apply

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Please submit

• Your CV
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria and specific responsibilities

APPLICATIONS CLOSE Thursday, 31 July 2025, 23:59 WIB (GMT +7)

Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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