Project Assistant

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner working in more than 20 countries across Africa and Asia. Building on 60 years of experience and grounded in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we work on the core themes of gender equality and social inclusion, climate adaptation and mitigation, and strong institutions and effective governance. Together with our team of over 1,600 people, our mission is to strengthen capacities and catalyse partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems, which enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all.

Our core values of people-centeredness and respect, equity and equality, and diversity and inclusion, are fundamental to who we are, and what we do. This is reflected in our vision and mission, and strategy, which sets out our aspirations and commitments as our compass towards 2030.

We are currently looking for Project Assistant, Full-time, based in Labuhanbatu to support implementation of Biodiverse and Inclusive Palm Oil project in North Sumatera.

The Project

The Livelihoods Fund for Family Farming (L3F) is launching a 10-year project to help 2,500 smallholder palm oil farmers achieve this transition in Sumatra island, Indonesia. The project aims to build a transparent and deforestation-free supply chain thanks to locally adapted agroforestry models, regenerative agriculture and biodiversity enhancement. Brought together with Mars Incorporated and Danone and implemented locally by Musim Mas (lead processor of palm oil) and SNV (lead project implementer working closely with palm oil smallholder) the project will help regenerate 8,000 hectares of palm farms in degrading land areas, while restoring additional 3,500 hectares of local biodiversity over 10 years.

For more information on SNV, visit our website: www.snv.org

The Project Assistant provide support in the implementation of the project by following guided procedures and processes, according to specific rules and donor compliance. The Project Assistant ensures service needs are reviewed and service delivery is guided. The Project Assistant can assist in the Finance and Administration of a project or also on the technical side of the project implementation.

Key Activities

• Support Administrative and Financial work within the project, ensuring Project Management Administrative and Financial requirements are in line with SNV’s financial and administrative guidelines (including supporting in the procurement of goods and services, travel arrangements, advance and payment requests, and time writing for consultants)
• Provide logistical & general support to project delivery and documentation (including preparing meetings agendas, meeting minutes, support to the recruitment of consultants, project document folders, and financial information).
• Assist with activities supporting of teamwork, meetings preparation and coordination with field partner.
• Keep an inventory list of equipment, project assets, the relevant contracts, and leases, organize equipment and stationary procurements for training, coordinate maintenance and replacement when required, in consultation with and with approval of the supervisor and confirm the given authorization and (procurement) procedures.
• File all the project document, letters, contract, PR, approvals, in line with the procurement policy.

• University degree in Business Administration, Agriculture, Forestry or Natural Resources.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experiences, preferably in an International NGO environment.
• Knowledge of agriculture value chain or climate change related issues is an advantage
• Good command of spoken and written English
• Good computer skills (Ms. Word, Ms. Excel, Ms. Power Point, Internet and E-mail)
• Organized, results driven, and structured work style skills
• Ability to document activities (both in writing and visually) in an organized, straightforward way
• Ability to communicate with a different range of stakeholders and partners, including government counterparts.

Contract Type: National Employment Contract, 1 year contract with possibility of extension.

Expected Start Date: March 2024
Duty Station: Labuhanbatu, North Sumatera

Working at SNV

SNV offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from, and contribute to, an internal global network of experts.

How to Apply

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and a letter of motivation before/on the 20 February 2024.

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