Communications & Social Media Officer
Jakarta, Indonesia
AVI has negotiated this assignment in good faith with the Host Organisation, and the information
contained was correct at the time of acceptance of the request. However, while AVI takes
responsibility for matters under our direct control, all assignments and arrangements are subject to
change due to the inherent low levels of predictability in developing country environments. This
assignment may be amended or withdrawn to reflect changes in circumstances.
General Details
Assignment Title
Communications & Social Media Officer
Host Organisation
International Centre for Islam & Pluralism (ICIP)
Website of Host Organisation
www.icipglobal.org
Duration of Assignment
13 months
Start Date
9 February 2015
Pre-departure Briefing Date
3-5 December 2014
AVI Assignment Code
10532561
Australian Partner Organisation
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Host Organisation Overview
ICIP is an international Islamic NGO committed to deepening and disseminating moderate
and progressive Muslim thought. Its establishment in 2003 was widely supported by
prominent Muslim intellectuals and activists from Indonesia and beyond. Since its
establishment, ICIP engaged with local non-government organization (NGOs), civil society
organization (CSOs) and pesantrens (Centres for Islamic learning) to develop policy and
programming to promote multiculturalism and pluralism, counter and prevent radicalisation
and create inter faith dialogue and forums among ICIP’s multi religious partners. ICIP is also
expanding its programs with student organizations since they are potential and strategic
partners to become agents of change spreading the message of tolerance, promoting
pluralism, democracy, and multiculturalism.
The organisations main target groups are local NGOs, CSO, pesantrens and student
organisations.
ICIP have 7 staff and their main activities are field research, publication, training capacity
building, education, visiting fellowships, national and international seminars.
ICIP Office is is equipped with computers, telephone , fax and internet. The volunteer will be
provided with a computer and internet access.
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Assignment Overview
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There is a need to improve ICIP media communication particularly in managing the ICIP
English language website.
ICIP are adapting a new communication strategy beginning with the hiring of a staff
person that will be fluent in English as well as having a media background with a
particular focus on digital/electronic media
ICIP have previously had AVI volunteers assigned to improve organisational communications
and this is an ongoing piece of work.
The assignment meets the country strategy
governance.
to improve education quality, access and
Assignment Objectives
1. ICIP’s digital/online media strategy and performance will have been reviewed and a longterm strategy put in place
2. ICIP staff will have improved capacity to develop and manage online media
Although not a key objective the volunteer should expect to provide English language support
to organisational staff and in the development of articles/media.
Duties and Responsibilities of the Volunteer
In consultation with their line manager and relevant stakeholders, Volunteers complete a work
plan in the first three months of their assignment. The duties below are an indication of the
type of work that may be involved in meeting the Assignment Objectives:
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Review current organisational media strategy and make recommendations regarding
strategic media development and long-term strategy
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Assist in the development of content for ICIP’s website for better information delivery.
Assist in updating and publishing information, news, articles about ICIP’s activities as well
as related issues in ICIP’s website.
Assist in identifying and building relationships with partners in the media, social media and
other information technology field. Support the management of ICIP’s website, Facebook,
Twitter and other forms of social media.
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Assignment Information
Line Manager
Executive Director
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Staff supervision
The volunteer will not be responsible for the supervision of any local counterparts, and will
have opportunities to work with all staff members and play a role in the overall development of
programs and the organisation
Hours & Days of employment
From 9.00 am to 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday
The expectation is that the volunteer will work the equivalent of a 5 day week to a maximum
of 40 hours per week
Leave entitlements
Same conditions and terms as local colleagues apply, including national holidays. However,
as a minimum, Volunteers will accrue 1 week’s leave for each 3 months of work.
Other Conditions
There will be the occasional meeting / workshop out of Jakarta which will involve early starts
and late returns or possible overnight stays.
Language skill and level required
Ability to converse about non-technical issues in Bahasa Indonesia
Language support
The volunteer will receive one month intensive language training prior to commencing their
assignment. The volunteer also can apply for further language training support up to a
maximum of AUD 400.
Living as a Volunteer
The ICIP office is located in sub-urban commercial area in southern Jakarta and is easily
accessible by public transport, and very close to the central business district of South Jakarta.
Jakarta (also DKI Jakarta), is the Capital and largest city of Indonesia It was formerly known
as Sunda Kelapa (397-1527), Jayakarta (1527-1619), Batavia (1619-1942), and Djakarta
(1942-1972). Located on the northwest coast of Java, it has an area of 661.52 km² and an
official population of 8,389,443. Jakarta currently is the eleventh largest in the world. Its
metropolitan area is called Jabodetabek and contains more than 23 million people, and is part
of an even larger Jakarta- Bandung megatropolis.
As the economic and political capital of Indonesia, Jakarta attracts many foreign as well as
domestic immigrants. As a result, Jakarta has a decidedly cosmopolitan flavour and a diverse
culture. Many of the immigrants are from the other parts of Java Island, bringing along a
mixture of dialects of the Javanese and Sundanese languages, as well as their traditional
foods and customs.
Jakarta is sometimes called "The Big Durian" by foreigners resident in the city. The durian is a
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tropical fruit with a distinctive odor and acquired taste. A bustling urban metropolis, Jakarta is
known for its overcrowding, traffic congestion, and income disparity.
The Betawi (Orang Betawi or “people of Batavia” is a term used to describe the descendants
of the people living around Batavia and recognized as a tribe from around the 18th-19th
century. The Betawi people are mostly descended from various Southeast Asian ethnic
groups brought or attracted to Batavia to meet labour needs, and include people from various
parts of Indonesia. The language and culture of these immigrants are distinct from those of
the Sundanese or Javanese. The language is more based on East Malay dialect and enriched
by loan words from Javanese, Chinese, and Arab. Nowadays, the Jakarta-dialects used by
people in Jakarta is loosely based on Betawi Language.
There has also been a significant Chinese community in Jakarta for many centuries. Officially,
they make up 6% of the Jakarta population, though this number may be under-reported.
Jakarta has several performance centers, such as the Taman Ismail Marzuki (TIM), Gedung
Kesenian Jakarta (GKJ). Traditional music is often found at high-class hotels, including
wayang and gamelan performances. As the nation's largest city and capital, Jakarta has lured
much national and regional talent who hope to find a greater audience and more opportunities
for success.
Ironically, the Betawi arts are rarely found in Jakarta due to their infamous low-profile and
most of them had moved to the borders of Jakarta. It is easier to find Java or Minang based
wedding ceremonial instead of Betawi wedding in Jakarta. It is easier to find Javanese
Gamelan instead of Gambang Kromong (mixture between Betawi and Chinese music) or
Tanjidor (mixture between Betawi and Portuguese music) or Marawis (mixture between
Betawi and Yaman music). However, some festival such as Jalan Jaksa Festival or Kemang
Festival tried to preserve the Betawi art by inviting the artist to do some performance.
Like many big cities in developing countries, Jakarta suffers from major urbanisation
problems. The population has risen sharply from 1.2 million in 1960 to 8.8 million in 2004,
counting only its legal residents. The population of greater Jakarta is estimated at 23 million,
making it the fourth largest urban area in the world. The rapid population growth has outgrown
the government's ability to provide basic needs for its residents. As the third biggest economy
in Indonesia, Jakarta has attracted a large number of visitors. The population during
weekdays is almost double that of weekends, due to the influx of residents residing in other
areas of the metropolis. Because of government's inability to provide adequate transportation
for its large population, Jakarta also suffers from severe traffic jams that occur almost every
day. Air pollution and waste management are also severe problems. By 2025 the population
of Jakarta may reach 24.9 million, not counting millions more in surrounding areas.
The popular cities of Bogor and Bandung are around 2-3 hours from Jakarta. These cities are
known as retreats from the heat and traffic of Jakarta although they are themselves becoming
increasingly busy and crowded.
Jakarta offers every kind of recreational activity you would expect to find in a capital city
anywhere in the world included huge shopping malls, cinemas, museums, art galleries, coffee
shops, bars and restaurants serving foods from every corner of the globe. As with many large
Asian cities most activities are in-door and for those that enjoy they out-door life they will have
to travel away from the city.
The concentration of wealth and political influence in the city means that it has much more
noticeable foreign influence on its landscape and culture, an effect illustrated by the presence
in the city of many major international fast-food chains, for example.
There are few, if any, social, political, cultural, or environmental factors that should be of a
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great concern for the volunteer. The primary social issue that volunteers must always keep in
mind is that although Jakarta is a metropolitan city the vast majority of the population is
Islamic and the majority of the population relatively conservative. Therefore, volunteers may,
at certain times, be required to alter their behaviour in accordance with the Islamic norms of
the surrounding community. While this does not necessarily mean a volunteer will be
required to wear Islamic attire (such as a jilbab [headscarf for females]) or fast during the holy
month of Ramadan, for example, he or she will be expected to me respectful and mindful of
the setting they work in at all times (i.e. not openly eat certain foods [e.g. pork], wear modest
clothing, etc).
The volunteer will most likely attract considerable positive attention at all times. As most
people are extremely friendly, this is of little concern for the volunteer, but it does mean that
the volunteer, as an example of Australian culture and values, must endeavour to ensure that
he or she is setting a good example at all times.
Traffic, as with most places in greater Jakarta, is always a problem, but living close to the
place of work saves the volunteer having to deal with a lengthy commute from home to office
each day. Traffic congestion in Jakarta is terrible with journeys measured in time rather than
distance. There is a range of local transportation available including train, TransJakarta (fast
bus), local buses and small mini buses as well as taxis and motorcycle taxis.
Most volunteers rely upon local transport as driving (either car or motorcycle) in Jakarta is not
for the faint hearted. This is a personal choice rather than an absolute necessity.
A motorcycle could be purchased for between IDR 8-10 million or AUD 800-1000 and sold at
the end of the assignment for a similar amount. The fuel price is IDR 6,500 / litre or AUD 0.65
/ litre.
Telephone communication can thru landline. Mobile phone communication through GSM and
CDMA are very good, while internet access is available and excellent. Many public places
provide free Wi-Fi facilities and for around AUD 50 per month volunteers can have internet
installed in the accommodation.
Skype is a good alternative to communicate with family and friends.
Phone & SMS cost is depend on the calling time and location. For further info for
TELKOMSEL - http://www.telkomsel.com/tarif-simpati
Other Requirements
Selection Criteria
Please click here to learn more about the personal competencies required to be a Volunteer.
Please click here for more details about preparing your application.
Personal Circumstances Constraints
We are NOT able to accept applications from people with the following personal
circumstances due to security, cultural, legal or visa restrictions in this location.
These could include:
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Applicants with criminal offences
First–Aid Competency
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Apply First Aid Certificate (HLTFA 311A) or equivalent course dated within 3 years of the start
date of the assignment
Qualifications
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Relevant qualifications in Information & Communication Technology (ICT)
Relevant tertiary, professional or technical qualifications and/or certification or equivalent
work experience
Record of continuous professional development
Essential Skills & Experience
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Demonstrated experience in setting up social media (websites, Facebook, Twitter, etc)
capacity building of local organizations (preferably in in Southeast Asia)
Experience in developing media content for various kinds of media such as websites,
blogs, etc.
Experience in successfully preparing and implementing media campaigns.
Demonstrated success in building the skills of others through formal / informal training
and coaching
Demonstrated success in consulting with stakeholders and facilitating the work of others
to achieve an agreed outcome
Desirable Skills & Experience
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Working knowledge of successfully setting up and implementing social media to deliver
and promote issues of pluralism and multiculturalism in Indonesia.
Allowances & Support
These allowance levels are based on the Cost of Living in country. They will be reviewed
periodically and may increase or decrease. Volunteers will be given notice of any change to
the allowance level.
Living Allowance
Accommodation Allowance
AVI
AUD 765.00 / month
AVI
AUD 300.00 / month
Host Organisation
IDR 2,000,000/month
Host Organisation
AUD 0.00 per month
Housing
The volunteer will need to find their own accommodation once they have arrived at
assignment. There are wide ranges of accommodation available in the area from student style
rooms, private house to apartment (which are currently popular with many volunteers). The
volunteer will need to rely on the support of the Host Organisation and current volunteers in
the area to identify appropriate accommodation.
Most rented accommodation come furnished or semi-furnished
The allowance will limit the volunteer to more basic accommodation and applicants should not
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expect to have many of the electrical appliances they may be used to.
AVI will advance the Accommodation Allowance for a 12 month period as rent in Indonesia is
generally paid 12 months in advance rather than monthly.
Other Allowances & Support
All AVID Volunteers receive the following:
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Pre-departure Briefing in Melbourne
In-country Orientation on arrival
Pre-departure vaccination expenses
Visa expenses
Pastoral care, assignment monitoring and security guidance
Return airfare to country of assignment
Psychological and medical advice and support services
Re-entry Support services
Settling in allowance (assignments longer than 6 months)
Re-settlement allowance (assignments longer than 6 months)
How to Apply
Should you wish to apply for this position please visit www.australianvolunteers.com.
Select the assignment you are interested in and follow the prompts at the end of the page.
This assignment is part of the Australian Volunteers for International
Development program, an Australian Government initiative.
www.australianaidvolunteers.gov.au/
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