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Applied Rural Technology Specialist (Makassar-based)

BACKGROUND

Grant support from CIDA over the period FY 2005-2006 to FY 2008-2009 (i.e., 4 years) will enable KDP to expand its reach and coverage in Sulawesi, and to pilot the integration of an environmentally sustainable natural resource management strategy with the KDP’s community-driven development investment process.  In addition to support for core KDP activities, these resources will enable the implementation of an environmental strategy aimed at achieving more sustainably-managed lands and natural resources in rural Sulawesi. The strategy includes mainstreaming environmental considerations and sustainable natural resource use into KDP village-level investment choices, as well as a targeted “window” for village level grants  This should lead to projects that are not only environmentally benign but that also proactively improve the environmental situation in and around project villages and surrounding areas.  Maintaining and improving the natural capital is an important component for maintaining and improving natural resource related livelihoods, rural economies, and the security of rural populations.  Environmental results and gender equality aspects of this pilot will be carefully monitored.

In addition to support for core KDP activities, these resources will enable the implementation of an environmental strategy aimed at achieving more sustainably-managed lands and natural resources in rural Sulawesi. This should lead to projects that are not only environmentally benign but that also proactively improve the environmental situation in and around project villages and surrounding areas.  Maintaining and improving the natural capital is an important component for maintaining and improving natural resource related livelihoods, rural economies, and the security of rural populations.   The ”Green KDP” project will also support the application of rural technology development to fulfill one of community basic needs.

INPUTS

The Applied Rural Technology Specialist will be responsible for the following inputs:

1. Identify potential of alternative applied rural technologies suitable for Green KDP operations.
2. Carry out detailed feasibility studies for the applied rural technology project to be proposed by community.
3. Provide on site supervision of  the rural technology  constructions and ensure that the necessary documentation and design are completed.
4. Provide technical advises to Green KDP FK and other members of green KDP players on rural technology and its application in sub-project proposal.
5. Collect and compile data/information of rural technology, and socialize this information to the community through green KDP FK.
6. Liaise with PNMM-PPK team at provincial and district level regarding the preparation and implementation of the Green KDP activities.
7. Liaise with other key stakeholders with the relevant rural technology skills/experiences
8. Facilitate technical assistance for the rural technology development
9. Other tasks related to rural technology as required

OUTPUTS

1. List of potential rural technologies that can be applied at community level in green KDP locations
2. Reports on feasibility studies for rural technologies proposed by the community in green KDP locations
3. Supervision reports on the design and supporting documentations for rural technologies proposed by the community in green KDP locations
4. Written technical reports and documentations of proposed sub-projects/activities
5. Technical and practical data/information on rural technology which can be distributed to the community in Green KDP locations
6. Other reports on rural technologies in green KDP

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate for this position will be an Indonesian professional with the following qualifications: 

-         A good understanding of applied rural technology and community need analysis

-         Experience working in Sulawesi on rural technology and environmental issues.

-         A good understanding of CDD approach

-         Technical background and training in the relevant discipline

-         Demonstrated capacity to work with teams of experts in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural setting

-         Fluency in Indonesian is required for this position.

-         Demonstrated capacity to plan, organize, and oversee activities implemented in the field. 

-         Willingness to travel and work in target area and spend significant time, including overnight visits, in the field.

Please submit your written application including cover letter, CV and references (at least three names with full contact details) no later than 17 April 2008 to:

jobs@bakti.org

Applications will be treated strictly confidential and only short-listed candidates will receive responses. Late submissions will not be considered and phone inquiries will not be accepted.