Indonesian Resident Director

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The Southeast Asian Flagship Languages Initiative (SEAFLI) program in Malang, Indonesia assists learners of Indonesian in acquiring the targeted language and culture. The SEAFLI program consists of intensive, structured language instruction and peer tutors/conversation partners who are native speakers of the target language.

The SEAFLI Resident Director serves as American Councils for International Education's representative in Malang for participants' health, safety, academic performance, and program logistics. They must be available to participants on a daily basis; meet regularly with teachers, administrators, and students; arrange group travel and cultural programs; and observe SEAFLI language classes. The Resident Director must be available during any emergencies, communicate regularly with host institution representatives in Indonesia and American Councils staff in Washington, DC, complete a staff orientation prior to the program, attend the Pre-Departure Orientation for SEAFLI students in July, and travel to the program site in advance of students' arrival. The Resident Director reports to the US-based Senior Program Manager.

Anticipated Employment Dates: August 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026 (tentative)

Responsibilities

• Serve as the local liaison between American Councils and the host institution administration to ensure the academic program proceeds as agreed
• Monitor participants' health, safety, and academic performance, and promptly communicate significant issues to American Councils and host institution staff
• Coordinate health care for participants and intervene on participants' behalf as necessary
• Enforce policies regarding terms and conditions of program participation
• Coordinate host country program logistics, including cultural excursions and related travel, and communicate logistical details to US-based staff
• Submit weekly written updates to the Senior Program Manager
• Coordinate with the host institution to arrange peer tutors and conversation partners
• Submit a final report, program grades, and test scores within two weeks of program conclusion
• Manage program finances and submit monthly expense reports accounting for all program expenditures
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Demonstrated Advanced-level or higher oral proficiency in Indonesian
• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant language or area studies field, or equivalent
• Study, work, or extensive travel experience in Indonesia
• Experience overseeing and guiding groups
• Demonstrated skills in academic and personal counseling
• Demonstrated skills in general financial accountability

Benefits

This position is not eligible for healthcare benefits.

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