Technical Associate

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UNDP’s Support to Marine Plastic Litter Reduction and Waste Management
Marine debris remains a major environmental challenge in Indonesia, affecting marine ecosystems, public health, fisheries, tourism, and the broader economy. To address this issue, the Government of Indonesia issued Presidential Regulation No. 83/2018 on the National Action Plan on Marine Debris (RAN PSL), targeting a 70% reduction in marine debris by 2025 through coordinated actions across 22 ministries and agencies under the National Coordination Team on Marine Debris (TKN PSL).

Building on the progress of the National Action Plan and recognizing the need for stronger waste governance beyond 2025, the Government of Indonesia is currently discussing the revision and potential integration of Presidential Regulation No. 83/2018 on Marine Debris Management and Presidential Regulation No. 97/2017 on the National Policy and Strategy for Household Waste Management (Jakstranas). This effort aims to strengthen a more integrated waste management framework that addresses waste reduction, handling, and leakage prevention from source to sea. The national commitment is further reinforced through the National Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMN) 2025–2029, which targets 100% waste management coverage and zero plastic leakage by 2029.

UNDP Indonesia, through the Marine Plastic Litter Reduction Acceleration Secretariat Project, supports the Government of Indonesia in implementing the National Action Plan on Marine Debris by

strengthening coordination under TKN PSL, improving monitoring and reporting systems, and supporting policy development including updated regulatory frameworks for waste management beyond 2025. In addition, UNDP promotes innovative river waste management approaches, recognizing that rivers are a major pathway for land-based waste entering the ocean. These efforts aim to strengthen data systems, enhance stakeholder collaboration, and accelerate progress toward Indonesia’s marine plastic reduction and sustainable waste management targets.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

The Technical Associate will report directly to the National Project Manager of the Marine Plastic Litter Reduction Acceleration Secretariat and work in close coordination with relevant government counterparts, key stakeholders, and donor. The Technical Associate will work closely with the UNDP Country Office (CO) programme and operations teams, as well as project partners, to ensure technical quality assurance, compliance with UNDP rules and regulations, and the effective achievement of project results.

Provide technical support to ensure effective coordination, focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Support for planning, monitoring, and reporting, and implementation of the project focusing on the achievement of the following results.

Support to build a strategic partnership and the implementation of resource mobilization, focusing on the achievement of the following results:

To provide technical support for the Performance-Based Approach (PBP), focusing on the achievement of the following results:

To facilitate knowledge building and management for and from the project implementation, focusing on the achievement of the following results:

The incumbent of the position should avoid any kind of discriminatory behavior including gender discrimination and ensure that

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Competencies

Core Competencies:

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies:

Business Direction & Strategy

Business Development

Business Management

2030 Agenda:People 

2030 Agenda: Prosperity

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Experience:

Required Skills:

Desired Skills:

Required Languages:

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. 

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. 

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

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