Senior Program Officer for Skill Development - Surabaya

Senior Program Officer for Skill Development - Surabaya

Partnership Strengthening with Public and Private Sector:

• Collaborate closely with (public sector) polytechnics and private sector actors to promote and implement Dual Vocational Education and Training (dVET).
• Build and manage partnerships with additional key stakeholders, including associations, chambers of commerce, and service providers, to enhance the dVET in the respective area.
• Develop, promote, and institutionalize dVET services within the respective area, ensuring these services meet the needs of the local economy and SMEs.

Coordination and Technical Assistance:

• Provide technical support to polytechnics and service providers for the successful implementation of dVET activities.
• Conduct regular evaluations and adapt interventions as necessary to optimize the performance of the program.

Ecosystem Development:

• Leverage best practices and experiences to improve the local and national ecosystem for vocational education and training.
• Facilitate collaboration between public, private, and civil society stakeholders to enhance local economic and labour market governance.

Assistance in Project Management and Administration:

• Support financial management, and compliance with Swisscontact’s administrative standards.
• Coordinate with the team to prepare yearly planning and monitor implementation.

Why You’ll Like It Here:

• Real Impact: You’ll be part of a project that strengthens the competitiveness of SMEs and enhances the skills of local talent in Indonesia. Our impact is set to last beyond the duration of our project.
• Collaborative Environment: You’ll work closely with a dynamic team and key partners in both the public and private sectors, fostering a supportive and growth-oriented atmosphere.
• Diverse Experience: You’ll engage with various stakeholders, including government bodies, SMEs, and educational institutions, across multiple regions in Indonesia.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in dVET: You have experience working within vocational education systems and understand the key elements of dVET, ideally within Indonesia’s context. Experience in the tourism industry is a plus.
• A Strategic Connector: You are excellent at building relationships and fostering cooperation between diverse stakeholders in both the public and private sectors.
• Effective Communicator: You can represent Swisscontact confidently, ensuring smooth internal and external communication.
• At least 5 years of experience working in the field of VET/Skills in Indonesia, preferably with a focus on dual VET and within international development.
• Strong understanding of public-private partnerships in skills development and SME competitiveness.
• Ability to travel frequently, as part of project implementation.
• Fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia (both spoken and in writing) is essential.