Analyst, Public Policy, Governance and Legal Specialist

About the Organization

Climate Policy Initiative is a team of analysts and advisors that works to improve the most important energy and land use policies around the world, with a particular focus on finance. We answer pressing questions posed by decision makers through in-depth analysis on what works and what does not. We work in places that provide the most potential for policy impact, including Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, and the United States. We typically partner with research and policy institutions in each of these locations to enhance our efforts through local resources and expertise.

CPI is a small but dynamic organization, with a global reach and an entrepreneurial culture. We work hard to maintain an idea-driven, collaborative environment across all our teams. The Indonesia program is CPI’s newest program, and is growing fast.  Our primary focus is on supporting government-led efforts to develop policies and incentives that improve the use and management of Indonesia’s valuable land and natural resources, and lay a strong foundation for achieving economic growth goals and environmental targets.

POSITION SUMMARY

CPI offers a challenging environment that requires independent thinking, collaboration and pragmatic problem solving. CPI is looking for a talented, highly skilled and motivated analyst, specializing in public policy and governance, to join its Indonesia program. The analyst will support the delivery of CPI’s technical assistance program in Indonesia in two main focus areas:

• fiscal and economic policies and mechanisms relating to a sustainable green economy; and
• options for optimizing land-use, enhancing forest protection efforts and promoting a more sustainable business investment model for high productivity oil palm.

The successful applicant will undertake robust and careful analysis that draws on methodologies from a range of disciplines including public policy, economics, law and natural resource management. They will deliver analysis relevant to the full portfolio of CPI’s activities, including as part of our national level partnership with the Ministry of Finance, and our regional partnership with the University of Palangka Raya and Government of Central Kalimantan under the Central Kalimantan Production and Protection Initiative. In conducting analysis, they will be required to work closely with a range of local and international partners, including government agencies (including the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Forestry and Bappenas), universities, research groups, civil society organizations and the private sector. Frequent travel to Central Kalimantan may be required.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Articulate and represent the CPI vision and mission to key internal and external audiences.
• Help develop, maintain, coordinate and facilitate strong relationships and good communication with CPI’s partners (including Ministry of Finance and the University of Palangka Raya) and other key stakeholders.
• Under the direction of the Indonesia Senior Associate, design, manage, and implement complex research assignments and analytical projects.
• Perform rigorous quantitative and qualitative evaluation of Indonesian climate and land sector policies.
• Interact with policymakers and other stakeholders on a regular basis to conduct joint analysis, communicate research findings effectively, and/or to ensure analysis undertaken is policy relevant.
• Support the Indonesia Senior Associate in managing and evaluating consultant inputs to CPI’s technical assistance program.
• Produce high-quality materials on short deadlines.
• Assist in the writing and editing of high-quality and bilingual (Bahasa Indonesia and English) CPI products, including policy briefs, reports, executive summaries, blogs, and presentations.
• Communicate and collaborate with CPI staff working in other countries.
• Travel in support of CPI’s programs, as necessary.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Detailed understanding of current climate and land-use policies in Indonesia, with a specific focus on the public policy, governance and legal framework dimensions.
• An insightful, independent, analytical mind with a strong track record of applying sound political and strategic judgment in complex situations.
• Experience in research design and proven ability to initiate, manage, and deliver timely projects.
• Ability to communicate complex qualitative and quantitative analyses to expert as well as non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity and comfort working with government officials, academics and research organizations, leaders in private enterprise, and civil society organizations.
• Professionalism, enthusiasm for working as part of a team, and ability to interact with a diverse array of people.
• A deep commitment to the mission and values of CPI.

Language

• Fluency in written and verbal English and Bahasa Indonesia required.

Experience

• Master’s degree in Public Policy, Law or related field required.
• 4+ years experience working with or advising government agencies or other relevant organizations on public policy, governance or legal framework issues.

This position is available for Indonesian nationals only.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The position is available for immediate appointment. The position will be based in Jakarta, Indonesia. Travel to CPI’s regional offices and to conferences may be required. CPI offers an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.

TO APPLY

Please send your application including cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to hiring@cpi-indo.org no later than Tuesday, 26 November 2013.
Climate Policy Initiative is an equal opportunity employer.