Community and Field Assistant

Tiered Approach

In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:

• Tier 0: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.
• Tier 1: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments
• Tier 2: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers
• Tier 3 or no tier indicated: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates

Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.

Background

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. UNDP is the leading United Nations organization in fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet. Learn more at undp.org or follow at @UNDP.
UNDP’s Support to Marine Plastic Litter Reduction and Waste Management

Marine debris remains a major environmental challenge in Indonesia, affecting marine ecosystems, public health, fisheries, tourism, and the broader economy. To address this issue, the Government of Indonesia issued Presidential Regulation No. 83/2018 on the National Action Plan on Marine Debris (RAN PSL), targeting a 70% reduction in marine debris by 2025 through coordinated actions across 22 ministries and agencies under the National Coordination Team on Marine Debris (TKN PSL).

Building on the progress of the National Action Plan and recognizing the need for stronger waste governance beyond 2025, the Government of Indonesia is currently discussing the revision and potential integration of Presidential Regulation No. 83/2018 on Marine Debris Management and Presidential Regulation No. 97/2017 on the National Policy and Strategy for Household Waste Management (Jakstranas). This effort aims to strengthen a more integrated waste management framework that addresses waste reduction, handling, and leakage prevention from source to sea. The national commitment is further reinforced through the National Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMN) 2025–2029, which targets 100% waste management coverage and zero plastic leakage by 2029.

UNDP Indonesia, through the Marine Plastic Litter Reduction Acceleration Secretariat Project, supports the Government of Indonesia in implementing the National Action Plan on Marine Debris by strengthening coordination under TKN PSL, improving monitoring and reporting systems, and supporting policy development including updated regulatory frameworks for waste management beyond 2025. In addition, UNDP promotes innovative river waste management approaches, recognizing that rivers are a major pathway for land-based waste entering the ocean. These efforts aim to strengthen data systems, enhance stakeholder collaboration, and accelerate progress toward Indonesia’s marine plastic reduction and sustainable waste management targets.

Duties and Responsibilities

3.1.    To ensure effective community engagement, partnership building, and stakeholder coordination at field level, focusing on the achievement of the following results:
•    Effective support the implementation of community outreach, public awareness, and stakeholder engagement activities related to marine debris and waste management.
•    Effective support in the dissemination of information and campaign materials, ensuring contextual relevance at project locations.
•    Establishment and maintenance of strong working relationships with local governments, civil society organizations (CSOs)/community-based organizations (CBOs), and other local stakeholders to support project implementation and promote awareness on marine debris and waste management issues.
•    Effective coordination with CSOs engaged in project implementation, particularly those implementing Performance-Based Payment (PBP) mechanisms, to ensure alignment with agreed work plans and technical requirements.
•    Effective facilitation process for the community consultations, awareness events, and coordination meetings to strengthen stakeholder participation and local ownership.
•    Promotion of inclusive, gender-responsive, and culturally appropriate approaches in all engagement activities.
 

3.2.    To ensure effective coordination and oversight of field implementation, focusing on the achievement of the following results:
•     Regular liaison with local stakeholders to monitor progress and identify implementation challenges.
•    Effective daily field coordination support across project sites to ensure timely and smooth implementation of activities.
•    Effective participation in field missions, site visits, and coordination meetings, documenting key findings and follow-up actions.
•    Effective logistical and operational arrangements for workshops, consultations, and stakeholder engagement activities.
•    Effective coordination related to PBP implementation, including documentation tracking and compliance with agreed procedures.

3.3.    To ensure effective field-level monitoring, documentation, and reporting, focusing on the achievement of the following results:
•    Timely collection and compilation of field-level data related to community engagement and project implementation activities.
•    Accurate documentation of lessons learned, good practices, and operational challenges from implementation sites.
•    Provision of inputs to progress reports, briefing notes, and other reporting requirements based on field findings.
•    Organized and updated records of stakeholder engagement activities and field interventions.

3.4.    To ensure knowledge sharing and local capacity strengthening, focusing on the achievement of the following results:
•    Effective information exchange among CSOs, CBOs, local governments, and other stakeholders to enhance collaboration and awareness.
•    Implementation of capacity-building initiatives to strengthen local ownership and sustainability of project interventions.
•    Effective contribution to the development of simple knowledge products and field stories highlighting community-level impact.

3.5.    Ensures adherence to UNDP principles on ethics, inclusion, and gender equality, focusing on the achievement of the following results:
•    Human rights and gender equality are prioritized as ethical principles in all actions and activities.
•    Activities are designed and implemented in accordance with the UNDP Social and Environmental Standards.
•    Diversity based on ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, class, and gender is respected in all implementations, including data collection and reporting.
•    The differentiated needs of women and men are considered in project design and implementation.
•    An inclusive approach is reflected in all actions, ensuring enabling and accessible arrangements, including considerations related to disability and language barriers.
•    Necessary measures are taken to promote gender parity in committees, meetings, trainings, and other project-related activities.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization

Institutional Arrangement

The Community and Field Assistant will report directly to the National Project Manager of the Marine Plastic Litter Reduction Acceleration Secretariat and work in close coordination with the Coordinating Ministry of Food Affairs. The incumbent will support field-level coordination, community engagement activities, and the implementation of project interventions, ensuring alignment with project objectives and compliance with UNDP rules and regulations. The Community and Field Asssistant will work closely with local stakeholders, partners, and the UNDP Country Office (CO) programme and operations teams to facilitate smooth project implementation and ensure timely reporting from the field.
 

Competencies

2030 Agenda: 
Engagement and Effectivenes     
Innovation Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for Portfolios

2030agenda- people    
Gender    
Gender and Intersectional Analysis

Partnership management    
Multi-stakeholder engagement and funding    
Knowledge and ability to forge multi-stakeholder partnerships, and remove any obstacles to resource mobilization and multi- stakeholder funding platforms

Communications     
Advocacy strategy and implementation    
Ability to create and implement advocacy strategies which lead to impactful change

External Relations and    Advocacy     
CSO engagement    
Knowledge and understanding of CSOs and the ability to engage with CSOs

Partnership management    
Relationship management    
Ability to engage with a wide range of public and private partners, build, sustain and/or strengthen working relations, trust and mutual understanding

 

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

•Secondary education is required. Or
•A university degree(Bachelor’s degree) in Environmental Studies, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Biology, Communication, or other related fields, or other related field would be desirable, but it is not a requirement.
Min. years of relevant    Minimum 5 years (with secondary education) or 2 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience in community engagement, stakeholder coordination, field implementation, or other relevant project support areas.

Required skills    
-Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.), database packages, and web-based management systems such as ERP
-Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section    •    Experience in capacity building, advocacy, and knowledge management within environmental, marine debris, or waste management programmes.
-Solid experience work with a multidisciplinary and multicultural team
-Demonstrated experience in environmental or waste management project implementation, including coordination with national and sub-national government institutions, line ministries, community-based organizations (CBOs), and other key stakeholders.
-Experience in community-based behaviour change programmes related to marine debris or waste management is highly desirable.
-Prior experience working with UNDP or other UN agencies and/or international organizations and/or major donor agencies is an advantage.

Required Language(s)    

Fluency in English in both writing and speaking is required.
 

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. 

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. 

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

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