Project Manager - Program MBG

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• General information
• Job Title           : Project Manager — Program MBG
• Type of work    : 6 month contract, can be extended/permanent based on performance
• Work Location  : Malang, Indonesia
• Function           : MBG Project
• Seniority Level : Mid-Career (> 3 years)
• Responsible to : VP of Partnership & Markerting
• About Edufarmers International Foundation

Yayasan Edu Farmers International (Edufarmers) is a nonprofit foundation working in the field of sustainable agriculture and the empowerment of Indonesian farmers. We believe that Indonesia's food security begins with empowered farmers and a well-nourished generation.

Edufarmers is currently an implementation partner of the Free Nutritious Meals Program (Makan Bergizi Gratis/MBG) a national priority program of the government and is committed to building an operational system that is transparent, accountable, and creates real impact for beneficiaries.

• We are looking for a
• Project Manager

who will lead the full implementation of the MBG Program in Malang across all five operational themes. You will be the primary driver of program delivery on the ground — ensuring every activity runs on time, every rupiah is traceable, and every beneficiary receives safe and nutritious meals, every day.

The Project Lead will report to our COO and will supervise Project Associates in Indonesia and Technical Consultants in Vietnam and Thailand, while coordinating directly with partner teams in Thailand and Vietnam.

• Key Responsibilities
• Food Safety System (Zero Incidence)
• Zero food-poisoning incidents. Every beneficiary receives food that is safe from procurement to distribution.
• Nutrition System (Zero Stunting)
• Every meal meets nutritional standards. Beneficiaries receive well-balanced, evidence-based menus.
• Operational Efficiency
• Every rupiah is tracked, every process is lean. No material deviations from plan.
• HR & Local Capacity Development
• A capable, motivated field team. A sustainable local talent ecosystem beyond the program.
• Monitoring, Evaluation & Accountability
• Reports available in minutes — not days. Zero audit findings. Full data traceability.

Kualifikasi

• Requirements and Qualifications
• You have at least 3 years of experience as a Project Manager, Program Manager, or equivalent.

You have experience in catering operations, food service management, or supply chain management especially in large-scale or institutional food distribution contexts.

• You have worked in the NGO, nonprofit, or government program sector.
• You understand nonprofit financial accountability and are comfortable reporting to donors or government bodies.
• You can lead a diverse field team with varying levels of digital literacy.
• You work with data, you use it to make decisions, write reports, and track progress.
• You are a communicator and a problem-solver who does not give up when field conditions are not ideal.
• You are willing to be based full-time in Malang for the contract period.

You hold a Bachelor’s degree (S1) in any field; Management, Nutrition, Public Health, Agriculture, or Hospitality/Catering Management is preferred.

Added advantages (not mandatory)

Experience in food, nutrition, or food security programs.

Background in catering management, food service operations, or institutional supply chain (e.g., school feeding, hospital catering, or large-scale meal distribution).

• Understanding of cold chain logistics, vendor management, or procurement processes in the food supply chain.
• Familiarity with Runchise, Notion, Asana, or similar program management tools.
• Experience coordinating with BGN, Kementan, or other MBG-related government bodies.
• Networks in the East Java food or agriculture ecosystem.
• Expected Professional Competencies

Strategic thinking/visioning: Able to see and communicate the big picture in an inspiring way and determine opportunities and threats through comprehensive analysis.

Leadership: Inspires and motivates stakeholders, provides clear direction, and fosters a collaborative environment to achieve shared goals.

Project management & prioritization: Adept at planning, organizing, and managing projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timelines, resources, and budgets are optimized.

Proactivity: Acts without being told what to do and brings new ideas to the organization.

High standards & attention to detail: Expects personal and team performance to be nothing short of the best and does not let important details slip through the cracks.

Communication: Strong written and spoken communication, able to create and deliver powerful presentations.

Financial stewardship & cost management: Skilled in budget planning, forecasting, and monitoring to ensure efficient use of resources and maximize program impact.

Stakeholder engagement & government relations: Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with government agencies, NGOs, donors, and other external partners.

Risk management and compliance oversight: Ability to anticipate risks, ensure compliance with donor requirements, and develop contingency plans.

• Expected Cultural Competencies
• Impact and customer oriented: Focus on impact for beneficiaries and other stakeholders (e.g., government, donors, and local partners).

Collaboration: Able to lead a team, work with other teams in the organization, and sense opportunities to collaborate with external stakeholders.

• Fast-paced and entrepreneurial: Be practical, able to try, evaluate, and iterate the process when developing something.
• Why Join Us?
• Contribute directly to one of Indonesia's most impactful national programs — affecting thousands of beneficiaries daily.
• Work with a passionate, professional team committed to transparency, accountability, and continuous impact.
• Build operational systems that set the standard for food program accountability in Indonesia.
• An environment that encourages innovation, learning, and genuine ownership of results.