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Global Forest Watch
Consultant as Planning, Monitoring, and Reporting Specialist, Food Land and Water Program
This is a hybrid position which requires 8 days per month in the office. You can be based in our office in WRI Indonesia, Jakarta. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission as WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position.
Program Overview
WRI Indonesia is an independent research organization dedicated to contributing to the socioeconomic development of Indonesia in an inclusive and sustainable way. Our work is focused on six main areas: forests, climate, energy, cities and transportation, governance, as well as ocean. We turn big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being.
WRI Indonesia represents the World Resources Institute’s activities across Indonesia and the region. We work to increase our global impact by fostering innovative partnerships & sharing our research findings in the region and ensuring that WRI learns from Indonesia insights and experience in development and environmental protection. We also actively engage with bilateral donors, foundations, Indonesia Institutions and other partners to mobilize funding to support our work
WRI Indonesia in collaboration with the UK Government through its UK International Development have initiated two projects which are 1) Nature-based Solutions for Advancing Southeast Asia’s Climate Transition and Resilient Economy. This project aims to strengthen inclusive, biodiversity-positive, and climate-resilient Nature Based Solutions (NbS) across ASEAN Member States and Timor-Leste 2) Carbon market strategy in Indonesia which helping the government of Indonesia to enhance Indonesia’s carbon market strategy and infrastructure to help create a credible, efficient and high-integrity carbon market in Indonesia that can support both the country's economy and NDC targets.
Job Highlight
The Planning, Monitoring, and Reporting Specialist will support the support program planning and implementation as well as ensure alignment across partners, including Logical Framework and Monitoring and Evaluation Plan and reporting, and other support as assigned for the Projects. Key responsibilities include developing and finalizing Theory of Change, elaborating the MEL framework and plan, identifying indicators and conducting the MEL process in collaboration with the partners, providing capacity building to the partners, ensuring integration of GEDSI (Gender, Equity, Disability and Social Inclusion) to the MEL process, as well as managing report and result of the Projects to the Donor.
This position will report directly to Senior Manager for Nature-based Solutions with close collaboration with Head of PMEL and MfR, and other Program Managers from the partners. This position will be based in Jakarta with office-flex working arrangement and travel requirement as assigned. In support of WRI's DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) commitment, you are responsible for actively participating in these collaborative efforts by integrating equity into your work, our workplace, and the organizational culture.
What You Will Do
Planning, Monitoring, and Reporting Technical Support (60%)
Work with the Senior Manager for Nature-based Solutions and partners with support from WRI PMEL unit to develop MEL plans for the project including helping the partners finalize their results framework, develop, or refine indicators, and set baselines and methods for data collection to meet internal and external standards.
Lead the development of Result Monitoring Plan (RMP) to support and operationalize a monitoring and reporting system for the Project in consultation with WRI PMEL unit
Monitor the program implementation, assist the program to perform the outcome in line with measurement framework and tools for the Project.
Ensure a consistent data collection and reporting approach for the partners and lead relevant MEL capacity building for the partners. Convene meetings with the partners to address challenges as needed.
Collect the data of project implementation and ensure maintenance of accuracy, relevance, integrity, timeliness of data collected to verify the project progress and achievement.
Assisting NbS Governance Senior Lead and researcher in synchronizing and ensuring the alignment of new initiative outside the coalition coming from state and non-state actor in net zero emission-related action.
Work closely with the Communications Team to translate the data into simple, powerful messages that resonate with various stakeholders and audiences.
Responsible in managing data including project documentation, knowledge product and another product produced by the project.
Contribute to the outcome and impact evaluations for the program and support the baseline, midline and end-line data collection.
Archive and store all the working document and product knowledge into systematic knowledge management, by giving insight on project lesson learned and future delivery strategies.
Institutional Support (30%)
Work with the NbS and Climate Senior Manager to support the team with annual/ bi-annual planning, reporting, and proposal development
Ensure the NsS and Climate Senior Manager, partners, and the donor is regularly updated on the state of data collection and can proactively respond to any developing issues.
Collaborate with and support the Global Managing for Results (MfR) team to enhance PMEL practices and culture across the Coalition’s network, including participation in the PMEL Community of Practice
Other Supports (10%)
Support the team in communications tools (slide deck, letters, presentations, etc.) to make sure the team is equipped with the right and aligned program progress and achievement
Work with the Communication team to monitor and support the publications process, including outreach planning, production, and distribution.
Work with the Project Operation Specialist on tracking budget spending, utilization of program deliverable, and program inventory data by giving early warning messages on its performance.
What You Will Need
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in Social Studies, Development Studies, Public Policy, Statistics, Environmental Science, or other related fields. Master’s is preferred.
Minimum of 4 (four) years of professional experience in planning, monitoring and reporting of development program.
Strong understanding on theory of change and monitoring and evaluation principles particularly management of data, qualitative tools and evidence-based reporting.
Experience in quantitative and qualitative research including data collection, analysis and interpretation of data, visualizing data, and report writing.
Demonstrated experience in making work plans and reports.
Ability to identify project risks and seek support to manage them with manager guidance
Proficient in the use of a range tools to support project monitoring and tracking activities
Excellent competency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Ability to work effectively within a tight deadline in a fast-paced office environment and rapidly changing priorities, both independently and as part of a global team.
Strong interpersonal skills, good track record to work effectively in a team with different cultures and professions to achieve expected objectives, including the ability to encourage collaboration with other programs, international offices, and partners.
Ability to finding the suitable indicators to measure advancement of the project
Proficient in both Bahasa Indonesia and English, with a strong emphasis on written and spoken communications (additional language skills are welcome);
Ability and willingness to travel as assigned
Legally able to work in Indonesia
Duration
The position is expected to commence at the earliest opportunity, for an initial contract period up to 31 December 2026.
Deliverables
1. Final Project MEL framework and plan.
2. Result Monitoring Plan (RMP) is developed in a timely and satisfactory manner to support and operationalize monitoring and reporting system for the project.
3. Final Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to operationalize a monitoring and reporting system for the Project.
4. Projects internal and external progress reports are produced on a regular basis and submitted in a timely manner.
5. Proper record and dissemination on Minutes of Meeting from the stakeholders' engagements undertaken during the course of the project.
Terms of Payment
Daily rate-based consultant with a maximum of 20 (twenty) working days per month on average.
How to Apply:
Please submit a resume with a cover letter by 6 February 2026. You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered. We may close for applications sooner if we receive a high volume of applications from qualified candidates.
Must have authorization to work in Indonesia to be eligible for this position.
Final candidates might be required to take a certain test and/or to produce/share writing samples when needed.
This is a locally engaged position, Indonesian nationals are encouraged to apply.
What we offer:
Consultant rate that is commensurate with experience and skill.
Travel insurance for both domestic and international for any travel duty as assigned by WRI Indonesia
Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields.
A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work
The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of WRI
Commitment to hybrid working model with flexible working hours
About Us:
World Resources Institute works to improve people’s lives, protect and restore nature and stabilize the climate. As an independent research organization, we leverage our data, expertise and global reach to influence policy and catalyze change across systems like food, land and water; energy; and cities. Our 2,000+ staff work on the ground in more than a dozen focus countries and with partners in over 50 nations.
Our mission and values:
WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.
Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Independence, Integrity, Impact, Partnership, and Care.
Our culture:
WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission including equal opportunities in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, caste, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Our Human Resources Team carefully reviews all applications.
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