PROJECT OFFICER FOR IMPACT-ORIENTED RESEARCH PROJECT

The Agriculture, Forestry, and Ecosystem Services (AFE) Research Group, within the IIASA Biodiversity and Natural Resources (BNR) Program is seeking a highly motivated Project Officer to support the successful delivery of a research project focused on empowering land sustainability stakeholders in Indonesia and Southeast Asia.

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in project administration, preferably in areas related to sustainable land use, climate change mitigation or development cooperation.
• Excellent organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to work independently and respond to deadlines in a timely manner.
• Excellent writing and reporting skills.
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken) is required; proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia is advantageous.
• Familiarity with website content management tools/platforms, including social media platforms.
• Familiarity/interest in developing a career on topics related to land sustainability and nature-based climate solutions as advantage.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to work in a diverse, collaborative environment.

THE ROLE

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with EPISTEM’s Principal Investigator (PI) and Administrative Manager on various aspects of an interdisciplinary project, which combines scientific tool development, grassroots stakeholder engagement, and dialogues with policy and industry stakeholders.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the PI in monitoring project progress and management of project activities, milestones, and deliverables.
• Compile and prepare annual project reports and other formal reporting requirements.
• Manage project expenditures, ensuring compliance with IIASA and funder financial guidelines.
• Organize project meetings and workshops with various partners, including developing agendas, coordinating logistical arrangements, inviting participants, and overseeing the preparation of background documents/reports.
• Develop and maintain introductory project dissemination and communication materials.
• Maintain the project website and other dissemination channels, including coordinating with external service providers and utilizing content management system/platform.
• Conduct quick assessment/background research on specific topics related to project activities.