POSITION INFORMATION

Position                                           : Assistant Program Officer

Unit Name                                      : Democracy and Governance

Location                                          : Jakarta

Job Type & duration of Contract : Full-time staff, initial contract for a year with potential extension

Closing Date                                   :  January 19, 2026

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Assistant Program Officer (APO) will support the program team in implementing inclusive economy programs, with a focus on enabling MSMEs, SMEs, and job seekers in Indonesia to benefit from digital economy opportunities while mitigating digital risks. The APO will provide day-to-day support for program implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and grant administration. The role forms part of the broader digital economy program, including support for training delivery, policy dialogues, community-based initiatives, and digital clinic activities. This position is designed to strengthen program quality, accountability, and learn across related programs.

RELATIONSHIP 

Internal Relationship

• Work closely with the program team on program implementation, program tracking, monitoring and evaluation data, and grant administration
• Liaise TAF regional team and as required
• Regular contact with other program staff within the Foundation’s offices

External Relationship

• Assist the program unit in developing and maintaining contacts with other local and international NGOs and government agencies
• Assist the program unit in maintaining and developing relationships with existing donors and funding agencies.
• Attend conferences, events, and donor coordination meetings on behalf of the Foundation as assigned by supervisor.
• Assist in developing and maintaining good public relations.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Support the program unit in implementing inclusive digital economy programs, including digital literacy and cybersecurity trainings, policy advocacies, and community-based digital upskilling activities.
• Lead routine data collection and tracking for program monitoring and learning, including recording activities, milestones, and partner deliverables.
• Collect, organize, and maintain program data, learning outputs, and documentation to support reporting, reflection, and program improvement.
• Assist in the administration of grants and agreements related programs, including tracking deliverables and coordinating with grants and finance teams.
• Support coordination with implementing partners, universities, clinics, consultants, and other
• Contribute to internal and donor reporting, particularly in presenting program-related data.
• Support organization of meetings, workshops, dialogues, learning sessions, and clinic-related activities.
• Perform other program support tasks as assigned by the Program Director.

REQUIREMENTS 

Experience

• Minimum of two years progressively responsible experience in an international development environment.
• Knowledge of MIS systems and familiarity with reporting requirements
• Experience working with Indonesian NGOs at the national/provincial/district level
• Excellent program management and organizational skills.
• Ability to juggle a range of projects simultaneously with little supervision.
• Experience working on budgets and handling routine financial management.
• Written and verbal fluency in English
• Prior experience on an international donor-funded program is highly desirable.

Education

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social science, public policy, development studies, or other relevant area.

Other

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills preferred.
• Ability to work independently.
• Attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and organized work practices are assets.
• Team building and networking skills are an asset.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should submit their application and CV through the electronic form provided at https://forms.office.com/r/1yNyxvpzcS?origin=lprLink by January 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM Jakarta time. Please ensure that all required fields are completed accurately.

Important: The Asia Foundation does not require any payment or request sensitive personal information during the recruitment process. Please ensure that the form you complete is accessed from a credible source, such as The Asia Foundation’s official website or Devjobsindo.org. Beware of fraudulent job offers claiming to be from The Asia Foundation. If you encounter any issues or have questions, please contact us at id.hr@asiafoundation.org..

THE ASIA FOUNDATION IS COMMITTED TO CREATING A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT AND ENCOURAGES QUALIFIED CANDIDATES FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS, INCLUDING WOMEN, INDIGENOUS PEOPLES, AND MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES, TO APPLY. IF YOU ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT ADVANCING ENVIRONMENTAL GOVERNANCE, CLIMATE ACTIONS, AND INCLUSIVE DEVELOPMENT AND MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OUTLINED ABOVE,

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FOR FURTHER ASSESSMENT.