# Career Opportunities: Join the Ministry of Villages in Driving Rural Transformation
The Ministry of Villages, Development of Disadvantaged Regions, and Transmigration (Kemendesa RI) plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of Indonesia’s rural landscape. By focusing on community empowerment, regional development, and the sustainable growth of disadvantaged areas, the ministry is currently seeking dedicated professionals to join the TEKAD program. This initiative is designed to foster inclusive growth and long-term transformation in Eastern Indonesia.
## Available Positions within the TEKAD Program
The ministry is currently recruiting for several key roles to support field operations and regional development goals:
* District Coordinator (Koordinator Kabupaten)
* Monitoring and Evaluation Facilitator
* Marketing Facilitator
* Economic Development Facilitator
* Institutional Development Facilitator
* Sub-district Facilitator (Fasilitator Kecamatan)
## Core Qualifications and Requirements
To ensure the success of this development initiative, applicants must meet specific professional criteria:
* Educational Background: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (S1) in Economics, Agriculture, Socio-Economics, Fisheries, Forestry, Marine Science, or other relevant fields.
* Experience: Proven expertise in community development or specific field-related roles, supported by official work experience certificates.
* Professional Integrity: Must not be currently employed by another organization, nor serve as an official or member of any political party. Applicants must have a clean professional record with no history of dishonorable discharge.
* Skills and Competencies:
* Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) verified by certificates.
* Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
* Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
* Physical and Legal Standing: Must be in good physical and mental health, drug-free, and possess a clean criminal record (verified by SKCK).
* Logistics and Availability: Candidates must be between 23 and 50 years old, own a functional laptop, and be willing to work full-time in remote villages and island regions. Preference is given to local candidates who possess native proficiency in regional languages.
## Mandatory Administrative Documentation
Interested candidates must submit a comprehensive application package. All statements must be signed and affixed with a duty stamp (materai):
1. Typed application letter (signed).
2. Curriculum Vitae (Resume).
3. Signed Statement Letter (Surat Pernyataan).
4. Legally notarized copies of university diplomas and academic transcripts.
5. Official Certificate of Work Experience.
6. Valid Police Clearance Certificate (SKCK).
7. Medical Fitness Certificate from an authorized health institution.
8. Evidence of computer literacy (MS Office certification).
9. Copy of National Identity Card (KTP) and Taxpayer Identification Number (NPWP).
10. Two recent 3x4 cm color photographs with a blue background.
## Regional Allocation and Distribution
The recruitment drive covers multiple provinces across Eastern Indonesia. The staffing requirements are distributed as follows:
| Province | District Coordinator | District Facilitator | Sub-district Facilitator |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| NTT | 3 | 12 | 50 |
| Maluku | 3 | 12 | 51 |
| North Maluku | 3 | 12 | 52 |
| Papua | 4 | 16 | 16 |
| West Papua | 5 | 20 | 40 |
| Southwest Papua | 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Central Papua | 2 | 8 | 6 |
| South Papua | 1 | 4 | 2 |
| Highland Papua | 2 | 8 | 17 |
| TOTAL | 25 | 100 | 241 |
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the economic and social advancement of Indonesia's rural frontier. Qualified professionals are encouraged to prepare their documentation thoroughly to support the ministry's mission of creating a more equitable and prosperous nation.