Organization Details
The Merah Putih Initiative (TMPI) is an independent and non-government institution, formed out of a deep commitment to addressing Indonesia’s evolving policy environment. Our mission is to set a new benchmark on how the country’s policy priorities are designed, executed, and improved.
As national policy priorities expanded in scale and ambition, many lacked clear public articulation and faced challenges in grassroots execution, resulting in suboptimal impact despite their long-term importance. TMPI exists to help close these gaps and strengthen how policy intent translates into credible development outcomes in Indonesia.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Project Manager with expertise or familiarity in Strategic Communications to join TMPI’s District Labs under Education Impact Area, the arm dedicated to supporting government counterparts in delivering credible policy execution of Indonesia’s national priority programs.
This role is ideal for strategic communications professionals who thrive in complex, high-stakes environments, have a problem-solving mindset, and are passionate about articulating clear education policy impact of a national priority program and identifying partnerships to advance Indonesia’s pressing development challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Policy Communications
- Develop the overarching communication strategy, key messages, and narrative architecture that clearly articulate policy goals, progress, and impact.
- Prepare press releases, media briefings, speeches, Q&As, and content for leadership and spokespersons.
- Manage relationships with national and regional media to enable accurate and constructive coverage.
- Develop culturally relevant communication materials across diverse regions.
- Measure effectiveness and translate insights into policy initiatives.
Partnerships & Crisis Management
- Map and engage strategic partners to expand collaboration, including with the private sector, philanthropic organizations, academia, civil society, and development partners.
- Design partnership frameworks and engagement plans that mobilize resources and shared commitments.
- Develop and analyze crisis management protocols, including media monitoring, sentiment analysis, and proper response to sensitive public issues.
Experience & Qualifications
Professional Experience
Role focus: Orchestrate communication strategy into workplan, manage partnership pipelines and media and partners, advise senior leadership on policy impact and crisis management, Conduct media monitoring, sentiment and audience analysis.
- Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in strategic communications, public affairs, government relations, corporate communications, or communications consulting with at least 2–3 years managing national projects or teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Policy, Political Science, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related fields; Master’s degree is a plus.
- Track record of managing high-profile and crisis communication for government, large institutions, or major brands.
- Demonstrated experience running integrated communications across digital and traditional media.
- Strong network across national media, public institutions, and strategic partners.
- Ability to translate complex policy issues into clear and engaging content.
Technical Expertise
- Strong understanding of Indonesia’s media landscape, public discourse, and digital platforms.
- Excellent writing and editing skills, including speeches, press materials, and public-facing content.
- Strong stakeholder management and partnership development capabilities.
- Sound judgment and composure in managing sensitive issues and crisis situations.
- Excellent report writing, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills both in Bahasa Indonesia and English.
- Willingness to travel occasionally across regions in Indonesia.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to strengthen policy delivery of Indonesia’s national priority programs.
- Direct engagement with senior government officials and passionate leadership committed to Indonesia’s development.
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
- Growth opportunity as TMPI expands.
How to Apply
Qualified and passionate candidates are invited to submit the following documents to office@merahputihinitiative.id by Sunday, 18 October 2026 to be considered. Please state the position you are applying for in the email subject (e.g., “Strategic Communications Manager – Full Name”).
Caveat: applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Therefore, prospective candidates are highly encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.
- Current CV or resume;
- One page cover letter outlining relevant experience, personal alignment with TMPI’s mission, and your thoughts on how a large-scale policy program should build and maintain public trust, including ways to respond to crises;
- Portfolio of campaigns, writing samples, or other relevant communication work;
- References might be requested if shortlisted for the final interview round.
