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The role sets strategic direction, ensures technical quality, and makes sure program investments draw on Indonesia’s wider education system and donor landscape.\nThe role leads the design and delivery of an integrated package of technical assistance to district and provincial governments. The program aims to reduce school dropout and improve educational outcomes for vulnerable children and young people. It does this by strengthening access to inclusive, quality, and relevant learning through youth empowerment, school and community engagement, and sustainable education systems. It covers four districts in the two provinces with the highest concentration of dropout risk: Bogor and Depok (West Java), and Sidoarjo and Malang (East Java).\nThe role keeps the TUNTAS program design consistent and connected with other Save the Children initiatives in Indonesia, and aligned with the DBS Foundation, to maximize impact and support lasting system change. The position requires deep expertise in the Indonesian education system, both formal and non-formal. It also requires proven experience delivering large-scale capacity building at the local level and a strong grounding in adult learning and systems-strengthening approaches.\nKEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY\nTechnical Leadership and Program Quality\nLead the overall implementation of the TUNTAS program across target locations, in line with the approved program design, donor commitments, national education priorities, and Save the Children’s policies and quality standards.\nUnder the direction of the Head of Children Development, provide operational leadership, strategic implementation planning, and coordination across program components and locations.\nWork closely with the Education Technical Advisor and relevant technical specialists so that education interventions are technically sound, contextually appropriate, inclusive, and consistently implemented.\nIntegrate life skills, dropout prevention, education continuity, and re-engagement pathways into one coherent program approach.\nSystematically integrate Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), climate change, child protection, and child participation into program design and implementation.\nAdjust work plans based on field data and monitoring results, resolve implementation issues quickly, and follow up on stakeholder feedback.\nOversight and Management of Project Implementation\nCoordinate the overall project, working closely with direct reports, local implementing partners, and stakeholders to deliver a high-quality program.\nDevelop a Detailed Implementation Plan for all program areas. Ensure on-time delivery that meets the quality framework and standards, including monitoring and evaluation, and that program approaches work together.\nEnsure adherence to good programming guidelines, including international good practice.\nRaise any implementation issues with the line manager, with recommendations for resolution.\nWork with the Program Impact & Policy Department to maintain program quality framework standards and identify opportunities for scaling up work in project areas.\nCoordinate external technical assistance visits from Jakarta-based and international staff, as well as the donor.\nEnsure timely and accurate narrative and financial reporting to the National Office and Save the Children Members.\nMaintain a green rating on program KPIs, as reviewed monthly by Save the Children.\nFinancial Management\nDevelop program budgets and projections with the program and Finance teams.\nEnsure effective and efficient use of project resources.\nRegularly monitor budget vs. actual expenditure and proactively propose changes to expenditure plans and projections.\nApply appropriate controls to project resources, including accurate tracking of all expenditure and financial management and tracking for implementing partners.\nCoordinate with the Finance unit to produce accurate and timely financial reports.\nReview financial reports to confirm they match project activities.\nPartnership Management, Eco-Convener and Localization\nManage program implementation through local partners, applying the localization roadmap across its seven dimensions.\nSecure the resources needed for program success, in line with Save the Children and donor standards.\nSupport the growth of SC Indonesia’s portfolio through staff capacity building, partnership and network development, and new funding opportunities. Provide evidence-based, strategic input to proposal development, drawing on learning and evaluation from ongoing projects and regular assessment and research with relevant departments.\nProvide input on Save the Children Indonesia’s strategic initiatives and innovations within its transformation journey, mainly eco-convener, localization, and integrated programming with regional development.\nStrengthen strategic partnerships with the Partnerships unit to increase the reach and impact of Save the Children Indonesia’s mission.\nWork closely with the Awards, PIC, Partnerships, Finance, Supply Chain, and field implementation teams on partner assessment, transparent selection, and capacity building, in line with SC Partnership Principles.\nDirectly manage relationships with partners that implement in more than one Save the Children Indonesia area. Ensure good coordination between these partners and the area and field offices.\nSupport the National Office in conducting partner capacity assessments and capacity-strengthening plans within the area of supervision.\nAdministration, IT, Safety and Security, and Government Relations\nRepresent the organization to partners, donors, and government as appropriate, and maintain good relationships.\nEnsure efficient, cost-effective IT systems are in place and comply with SCI minimum standards.\nEnsure HR policies are in place and implemented.\nWork with the Safety and Security Focal Person so that security policies and procedures are understood and strictly followed throughout the program. Develop briefing, communication, transport, and other systems that keep all staff and visitors safe.\nFacilities Management\nEnsure Project Coordinators oversee maintenance of office premises, facilities, assets, and equipment, and that these are secure and used efficiently.\nEnsure compliance with health and safety regulations.\nEnsure internal and external communication systems function effectively and efficiently.\nProvide logistical support to guests and visitors, including partner organizations involved in SC activities.\nLogistics\nEnsure all procurement is appropriate, timely, and transparent, in line with Save the Children policies and procedures and internal audit requirements.\nEnsure efficient travel management for all personnel and visitors.\nChild Safeguarding\nContribute to implementing the Child Safeguarding Policy (CSP) within the Country Office, including integrating the CSP into all project activities and work with target beneficiaries.\nAnticipatory Action and Emergency Response\nWork with the Humanitarian team to strengthen organizational readiness for emergencies in program areas, in line with global Save the Children emergency policies and the Save the Children Indonesia Emergency Preparedness Plan. This includes making sure program staff take part in the Indonesia Emergency Response Team and receive proper training.\nCoordinate the response to any prioritized emergency in the area of supervision.\nBe available for deployment outside the normal role profile for emergency response, as required by the National Office.\nMonitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)\nCollaborate with the MEAL team to:\nDevelop program logframes, indicators, implementation plans, M&E frameworks, and related tools.\nEnsure quality data collection tools and analysis of key program and project indicators, and build learning into our programs.\nLead the development of program research and learning agendas as required by the organization and donor.\nStore learning materials and documentation and share them on time with internal and external stakeholders and with children themselves, and facilitate cross-learning.\nStaff Management, Mentorship and Development\nOversee recruitment, training, and promotion of staff as appropriate, and ensure professional development opportunities are available.\nManage the performance of all direct reports through:Effective use of the Performance Management System, including clear, measurable objectives, ongoing feedback, periodic reviews, and fair, unbiased evaluations\nCoaching, mentoring, and other development opportunities\nRecognition and rewards for outstanding performance\nExchange opportunities with other Save the Children Indonesia and global Save the Children programs\nDocumentation of below-standard performance, with appropriate performance improvement plans\n\nBrand and Reputation\nHelp make sure all project staff understand the brand and actively build and protect it across field sites and with external stakeholders, including partners.\nEnsure effective communication and collaboration with Save the Children Members and donors.\nWork with the Fundraising, Marketing and Communications Department and the Advocacy and Campaigns Department to raise Save the Children’s profile in Indonesia through program input.\nExtended Management Team\nAs a member of the Extended Management Team:\nContribute to the overall management of the Indonesia National Office.\nHelp build an organizational culture that reflects our dual mandate (humanitarian and development) and our values. That culture promotes accountability and high performance, encourages learning, creativity, and innovation, and enables staff to deliver outstanding results for children.\nGive feedback on issues that matter across Save the Children, including National Office financial management, communications, advocacy, and human resources.\nHelp build, maintain, and improve regular working relationships with host government authorities, donors (including major institutional donors), partner agencies, and local and international NGOs.\nSupport field office compliance with all Save the Children Quality Framework Standards and Standard Operating Procedures.\nShare good practices and lessons learned from across the country with key program and operations staff.\nCross-Functional Working Groups and KPIs\nTake part in cross-functional working groups as required, and contribute to Global KPIs and those agreed with the Indonesia Extended Leadership Team.\nQUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE\nMaster’s degree in Education or a relevant field, and/or equivalent field experience\nMinimum 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience designing and managing education programs, ideally focused on foundational learning and teacher professional development, plus experience in non-formal education\nStrong knowledge of Indonesia’s education system and policy environment at national and sub-national levels\nDemonstrated experience working with government counterparts, development partners, and civil society organizations in the education sector\nExperience working with an international NGO or similar organization\nExtensive experience managing complex donor compliance, with solid knowledge of financial and budgetary control\nExtensive experience managing partnerships and strengthening implementing partners’ capacity through coaching and technical oversight\nProven ability to lead, motivate, mentor, and develop teams\nExperience integrating cross-cutting priorities such as GEDSI, child protection, and climate change education into program design and implementation\nStrong understanding of project cycle management, including planning, budgeting, monitoring, and reporting\nAbility to analyze information, evalua...","description_format":"text","description_chars":12763,"description_truncated":true,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":5,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"master","optional":true},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[{"language":"Indonesian","level":"All levels","optional":false},{"language":"English","level":"All levels","optional":false}]},"benefits":["Professional development"],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"Indonesia","iso":"ID","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Nonprofits & Foundations"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-20T03:14:32Z"}],"visa":[{"country":"GB","licensed_sponsor":true,"evidence":"Licensed UK visa sponsor (Senior or Specialist Worker, Skilled Worker)","filings_12m":null,"filings_prev_12m":null,"green_card_filings_12m":null,"median_offered_wage_usd":null,"route":"Global Business Mobility: Senior or Specialist Worker; 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