RBP GCF Team Leader for Central Sulawesi

4 November, 2026

Assignment Location: Palu, Central Sulawesi
Contract Duration: 8 months (as per the TOR)

About KEMITRAAN

KEMITRAAN (Partnership for Governance Reform) is an intermediary organization appointed by the Central Sulawesi Provincial Government and the Environmental Fund Management Agency (BPDLH) to manage the REDD+ Result-Based Payment (RBP) program supported by the Green Climate Fund (GCF).

This program aims to strengthen forest governance, support efforts to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, promote sustainable forest management, and strengthen institutional capacity and the REDD+ framework in Central Sulawesi.

To support the implementation of the program and the achievement of established targets, KEMITRAAN is offering an opportunity for qualified professionals to join as the RBP GCF Central Sulawesi Team Leader.

Primary Responsibilities

The Team Leader is responsible for leading and coordinating the overall implementation of the project, including:

1. Project Management

  • Lead and manage the entire project cycle in accordance with the work plan, budget, donor guidelines, and KEMITRAAN standards.
  • Ensure the achievement of project objectives, outputs, and indicators.
  • Develop implementation plans and prepare periodic project progress reports.
  • Develop and implement a monitoring and evaluation system in collaboration with relevant teams.
  • Identify technical assistance and innovation needs to improve the effectiveness of project implementation.

2. Financial, Budget, and Asset Management

  • Ensure that financial management and project expenditures comply with KEMITRAAN procedures.
  • Monitor budget implementation and expenditure projections on a regular basis.
  • Coordinate with the Finance Manager in reviewing financial reports.
  • Ensure that project assets are managed in accordance with KEMITRAAN policies and procedures.

3. Contract Management and Compliance

  • Ensure that all project staff understand and comply with contractual obligations to donors.
  • Ensure that cooperation agreements with civil society organizations, universities, and other partners are implemented effectively.
  • Ensure that all project progress reports are prepared and submitted on time.
  • Reporting urgent and serious project issues to KEMITRAAN management.

4. Human Resources Management

  • Develop and update job descriptions and the division of responsibilities for project staff.
  • Support staff capacity building and professional development, including encouraging women’s participation in project responsibilities.
  • Ensure that staff are involved in the preparation of weekly and monthly work plans.
  • Ensure the safety and security of all project staff in accordance with KEMITRAAN policies.

5. External Relations and Stakeholder Coordination

  • Establish and maintain good working relationships with local governments, development partners, and relevant institutions.
  • Facilitate coordination with local governments in project planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting.
  • Support compliance with narrative and financial reporting requirements.
  • Strengthen collaboration with various institutions operating in the project implementation area.
  • Ensure professional representation of KEMITRAAN in all project activities.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education

  • Candidates must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree (S1) in environmental studies, natural resource management, forestry, environmental policy, or a related field.
  • A master’s degree or equivalent postgraduate education with relevant experience is a plus.

Experiences

  • Have at least 8 years of professional experience in the environmental and natural resource management sector, including experience in emissions reduction programs, climate change mitigation, forestry, and community-based development.
  • Have a proven track record of at least 5 years in project management at the mid- to senior-level.
  • Have experience working in national or international organizations focused on forest management, REDD+, climate change, or related issues.
  • Knowledge of Indonesian regulations, policies, and standards related to the environment, natural resource management, and climate change is a plus.
  • Possess a strong network and working relationships with government partners at the national and subnational levels, particularly in Central Sulawesi.
  • Experience and understanding of social and environmental conditions in Central Sulawesi would be a plus.
  • Knowledge and experience in program management.

Competencies and Skills

  • Possesses strong leadership, decision-making, and team management skills.
  • Possesses strong planning, organizational, and time management skills.
  • Possesses analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to provide recommendations to management.
  • Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
  • Able to build and maintain working relationships with government officials and various stakeholders.
  • Proactive, self-reliant, flexible, and able to work under pressure.
  • Ability to adapt to diverse cultural environments and demonstrate sensitivity to gender issues.
  • Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
  • Possesses good computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates interested in this position may submit their applications by clicking the " Apply Now " button below. The application period is November 4–14, 2026.

For more information about the job responsibilities and position requirements, please download the Terms of Reference (TOR) document available below.

TOR Team Leader—RBP REDD+ Central SulawesiDownload
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2020

This agreement was signed between Green Climate Fund (GCF) and PARTNERSHIP. This agreement formalizes KEMITRAAN’s accountability in implementing projects approved by the GCF.

For your information, the GCF is the world’s largest special fund that helps developing countries reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase their ability to respond to climate change.

These funds were collected by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in 2010. The GCF has an important role in realizing the Paris Agreement, namely supporting the goal of keeping the average global temperature increase below 2 degrees Celsius.

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2020

This agreement was signed between Green Climate Fund (GCF) and PARTNERSHIP. This agreement formalizes KEMITRAAN’s accountability in implementing projects approved by the GCF.

For your information, the GCF is the world’s largest special fund that helps developing countries reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase their ability to respond to climate change.

These funds were collected by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in 2010. The GCF has an important role in realizing the Paris Agreement, namely supporting the goal of keeping the average global temperature increase below 2 degrees Celsius.

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2016

In March 2016, KEMITRAAN received international accreditation from the Adaptation Fund. The Adaptation Fund Board, in its 27th meeting, decided to accredit KEMITRAAN as National Implementing Entity (NIE) from the Adaptation Fund. KEMITRAAN is the first and only Indonesian institution to be accredited as a NIE Adaptation Fund in Indonesia.
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2003

In 2003, KEMITRAAN became an independent legal entity registered as a Non-Profit Civil Partnership. At that time, KEMITRAAN was still a program managed by UNDP until the end of 2009. Since the beginning of 2010, KEMITRAAN took over full responsibility and accountability for the programs and their development.
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2000-2003

KEMITRAAN played a crucial role in supporting the development of legislation to establish the KPK. This was followed by steps to support the Government and DPR in selecting competent commissioner candidates and also supporting civil society groups to critically monitor the selection process. After the commissioners were appointed, they asked KEMITRAAN to help with the institutional design and initial recruitment of the KPK, as well as play the role of donor coordinator. It is clear that KEMITRAAN plays a key role in supporting the Corruption Eradication Commission to develop the capacity and strategies needed to work as effectively as possible.
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1999-2000

The Partnership for Governance Reform, or KEMITRAAN, was founded in 2000 following Indonesia’s first free and fair general election in 1999. This historic election is an important step in Indonesia’s efforts to move away from an authoritarian past towards a democratic future. PARTNERSHIP was established from a multi-donor trust fund and is managed by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with a mandate to advance governance reform in Indonesia
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