The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) was founded in 1967 with the purpose of promoting regional cooperation in Southeast Asia, in the spirit of equality and partnership and thereby contribute towards peace, progress and prosperity in the region. ASEAN comprises ten (10) countries in Southeast Asia, with Timor Leste as its 11^th member with an “Observer” status. It was proclaimed a community through the “Kuala Lumpur Declaration on ASEAN 2025: Forging Ahead Together,” signed by the ASEAN Leaders during the 27th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in 2015. The ASEAN Community Vision 2025 calls for the ASEAN Community in forging ahead together, and to work towards building a community that is politically cohesive, economically integrated and socially responsible.

The ASEAN Secretariat was established in 1976 by the Foreign Ministers of the ASEAN Member States with basic functions of providing greater efficiency in the coordination of ASEAN organs and for more effective implementation of ASEAN projects and activities. It is also envisioned to be the nerve centre of a strong and confident ASEAN Community that is globally respected for acting in full compliance with its Charter and in the best interest of its people.

In alignment with the ASEAN 2025 and Key Aspirations of the three pillars of the ASEAN Community, namely the ASEAN Political-Security Community, the ASEAN Economic Community and the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community, supported by the Department of Community and Corporate Affairs of the ASEAN Secretariat is inviting all ASEAN Nationals to apply for the position of Senior Project Officer of the Development of the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) Post-2025 Results Framework and Baselining of the ASCC Post-2025 Strategic Plan. This position is supported by the Australian Government through the Australia for ASEAN Futures Initiatives (Aus4ASEAN Futures).

Remuneration and Benefits:
This position is funded for two (2) years with possibility for extension depending on the funding availability. It is a full-time position based in Jakarta, Indonesia. The successful candidate will be offered a basic salary of USD 3,893 and attractive remuneration package including housing, outpatient medical reimbursement, hospitalization & life insurance, children’s education and gratuity.

1. This position is assigned within the ASCC Monitoring Division of the ASEAN Secretariat, and under the guidance of the ADR/Head of the ASCC Monitoring Division. The Senior Project Officer will spearhead the development of the ASCC Post-2025 Results Framework, conduct of the baseline study, design and manage public outreach and stakeholder engagement, and enhancement of the ASCC Database for Monitoring and Evaluation (ADME) System. Reporting to the Assistant Director/Head of the ASCC Monitoring Division, the Senior Project Officer shall be responsible for the following deliverables:a) ASCC Post-2025 Results Framework:

   1. Develop the ASCC Post-2025 Results Framework in consultation with SOCA, ASCC Sectoral Bodies, and the ASCC Divisions of the ASEAN Secretariat;

   2. Design, plan and manage consultations with SOCA, ASCC Sectoral Bodies and relevant stakeholders on the development and finalisation of the ASCC Post-2025 Strategic Plan Results Framework;

   3. Coordinate and liaise with relevant ASCC Divisions, Sectoral Bodies and ASCC Focal Points as well as cross-pillar Focal Points on the development of the ASCC Post-2025 Results Framework;

   4. Design, plan and manage the Regional Workshops and all other activities (regional and national) that will be conducted in relation to the development of the ASCC Post-2025 Results Framework; and

   5. Support the facilitation and servicing of SOCA and other sectoral bodies’ meetings related to the ASCC Post-2025 Results Framework.

   b) ASCC Post-2025 Baseline Study:

   1. Spearhead the data collection, including developing the data collection tools, conducting desk research on the ASCC Post-2025 Key Performance Indicators, mapping of data sources, data consolidation and cleaning, and data analysis;

   2. Establish regular coordination with ASCC Sectoral Bodies, ASCC National Secretariats, ASCC Divisions, and other ASCC stakeholders on the conduct of the baseline study;

   3. Design, plan and manage the inception workshops, regional forum and other activities that are related to the baseline; and

   4. Develop a well-structured and comprehensive baseline inception workshop report, and final baseline study report of the inception report and other materials including information, education and communication materials such as infographics, pamphlets, and video presentation.

   c) Public outreach, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement:

   1. Develop outreach materials, analytical papers/briefs, and other knowledge management products and manage the distribution of the knowledge products associated with the results framework, baseline, and the ADME System;

   2. Coordinate engagements and consultations of the ASCC Post-2025 Strategic Plan RF and Baseline activities with ASEAN Member States and broader stakeholders (e.g., dialogue partners, international organisations, industry, think tanks and civil society); and

   3. Arrange public engagement and stakeholder consultation to ensure the popularization of the Project outputs.

   d) ASCC Database for Monitoring and Evaluation (ADME) System:

   1. Work closely with the ASCC Monitoring Division in the enhancement of the ASCC Database for Monitoring and Evaluation (ADME) System which includes the incorporation of ASCC Post-2025 Results Framework and baseline into the system, overall management of the ADME System, and maintenance of the ADME System;

   2. Design, plan and manage regional workshops and ADME System related-activities;

   3. Manage the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the ADME System; and

   4. Manage the assigned consultants / data management specialists for the enhancement of the ADME System.

   e) Provides general administrative and logistical support to the ASCC Monitoring Division:

   1. Assist in the management of logistical support in the project, including, but not limited to, travel arrangements to attend project meetings and activities in compliance with the ASEC Financial and Administrative Rule and Procedure (“AFARP”);

   2. Support communications with all stakeholders, including producing presentations, reports, and press releases;

   3. Prepare periodic progress reports, including programmatic and financial outputs, as required by donors and/or sponsors;

   4. Maintain all administrative, personal as well as general office files; and

   5. Assist ASCC Monitoring Division with all other relevant tasks as assigned.

1. • Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent degree) with academic qualifications Social Sciences, Communication, Public Policy, Public Administration, or other related disciplines with a minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in conducting monitoring and evaluation, data management, project management, and development and research, or a Bachelor degree with at least five (5) years of relevant experience;
   • Working experience in data management and analysing complex data. Experience in managing web-based database applications is an advantage.
   • Strong understanding of communication and advocacy / public engagement principles and strategies including familiarity with digital technology used in advocacy and public engagement;
   • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a complex organizational environment and in work planning;
   • Ability to plan and organise tasks and work flows, with proven ability for multitasking and maintaining accuracy under pressure and adherence to deadlines;
   • Excellent command of English, complemented with good oral and written communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal and team skills in cross-cultural environment and international settings;
   • In-depth understanding of international and regional issues and knowledge of and commitment to ASEAN ideals;
   • Competency in computer skills with adequate knowledge of Microsoft Office. Knowledge on business intelligence and Statistical software is an advantage; and
   • Ability to travel.
   • Previous applicants need not apply.