Associate Manager of LMC

JOB DESCRIPTION

Kopernik is an exciting, cutting-edge organisation that finds what works by experimenting with potential solutions that address social and environmental challenges. Kopernik engages partners from the development, public, and private sectors to advance products, services, and approaches that support underserved communities, as well as creative actors in advocating social-environmental issues.

Kopernik values action, getting things done, and being open and transparent – we have a professional and highly skilled team who are always looking for ways to innovate.

Location: Jayapura, Papua

The Associate Manager will work within the Last Mile Consulting team and provide a range of services including management, business development and analytical work.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Business development and client management

• Cultivate and manage client relationships.
• Understand client needs and develop scope of work and budget for Last Mile Consulting projects.
• Develop new business opportunities with corporate CSR divisions, technology developers, academic partners, and other stakeholders interested in engaging in the last mile and base-of-the-pyramid business opportunities.

Management of Market research and analysis

• Design and manage socio-economic research on particular geographic locations in Indonesia and other developing countries.
• Manage market research on specific sectors – water, energy, education, housing, agriculture, IT, health, etc. - in Indonesia and other developing countries.

Fieldwork

• Plan and supervise interviews with households and businesses where needed (interviews will mainly be conducted by senior analysts and analysts).
• Host and accompany clients on field visits and help with interpretation as necessary.

Data analysis and report writing

• Support the analyst team in:
• data collection, analysis and report writing process; 
• cleaning and analysing data collected in the field; 
• interpreting and summarising findings in a succinct, visual way.
  
• Propose actionable recommendations to clients based on key findings.

Other tasks

• Liaise with and build partnerships with local government and relevant authorities
• Respond to incoming correspondence from local partners, academic partners, and technology producers.
• Undertake other tasks as requested by the team and management.

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS

• Proficient in English and Indonesian.
• Excellent research and analytical skills, particularly quantitative analysis.
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
• Excellent people management and leadership skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Advanced computer skills with competency in Excel and PowerPoint.

REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced degree in a relevant discipline such as economics or business management.
• At least 5 years of professional work experience including some in a managerial role.
• Rich experience in business consulting and/or the corporate sector.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Indonesian, especially strong English writing and presentation skills.
• A can-do and collaborative mindset – comfortable with ambiguities and demands of a rapidly evolving and fast-paced work environment.
• High energy levels.
• A commitment to Kopernik’s values and reaching underserved communities.
• Willingness to travel.

Please complete the form below and submit your CV, cover letter, and one-minute video explaining why you're perfect for the job.

Expected remuneration for this position is IDR 12,000,000 to maximum IDR 18,000,000 (depending on the experience and qualification of the successful candidate) and other benefits.

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